Coming up with some great unicorn names can be challenging — no doubt. We’re here to help with a list of names and some background on the unicorn to get you in the right state of mind for selecting a moniker.
When hearing the word unicorn, what comes to mind? A picture of a mystical horse-like beast with a single horn protruding from its forehead? Maybe it has a gleaming white body with sparkly eyes? Perhaps a mythical creature that lives in the deep dark forest that holds magical powers and prances on water?
Since our sandbox days, these are the glimmering glimpses we carry in our imagination of what describes the beauty of a unicorn.
Why is the meaning of the unicorn’s name so elusive? As a child, you had your vision of what a unicorn is. Incorporate your vision and draw it. The name symbolizes “endless possibilities” to anyone who summons it. Strength, gentleness, and hope follow along with this beautiful beast. I bet you see one or two of its qualities in your drawing!
Best Names
1.) Marcello – He is brave and fearless. Think of him running into the tornado to save Dorothy!
2.) Allena – She is peaceful and attractive. Like a hummingbird in her dainty nest sleeping.
3.) Boaz – Swift and strong! Brawny.
4.) Dulcea – The sweet one. Pink skittles, anyone?
5.) Primana – The protector. We all love a hug, right?
6.) Suki – Beloved One.
7.) Blissia – Brings perfect joy. Think of a new puppy giving you a kiss, ahh.
8.) Fernaco – The daring one.
9.) Valeri – Strong and healthy.
10.) Celestia – From the stars – brightest one out there!
Good Naming Ideas
11.) Tacita – The silent one. Yes!
12.) Astra – Bright as a star. Glow! Go! Glow!
13.) Necia – The intense one!
14.) Floriana – The prosperous one.
15.) Annamika – Full of grace.
16.) Dusha – Devine spirit.
17.) Starburst – Full of light!
18.) Moriba – Seeker of knowledge. She is of African origin. She sees a need for inner quiet and seeks to dig deep to understand the world and its truths.
19.) Wilda – The untamed!
20.) Larissa – The cheerful one.
See Unicorn Quiz – Test Your Knowledge.
Funny Naming Ideas
21.) Astra
22.) Hippolyta
23.) Ruby
24.) Yasmin
25.) Enigma
26.) Mystique
27.) Calypso
28.) Luna
29.) Zulema
30.) Claribel
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Fun Unicorn Names
31.) Shakti
32.) Deva
33.) Vespera
34.) Jewel
35.) Caprina
36.) Fatima
37.) Dessa
38.) Cassiopeia
39.) Electra
40.) Gemma
41.) Javiera
42.) Lotus
43.) Eldora
44.) Larissa
45.) Tacita
46.) Vanora
47.) Lunaria
48.) Philipa
49.) Rohesia
50.) Samara
Unicorn Name Generator Idea
You can be creative and make up your unicorn names. Use your first pet’s name, followed by your middle name.
51.) Buddy Lou
52.) Sadie Rain
53.) Onnyx May
54.) Fluffy Sam
55.) Baxter Jo
56.) Clementine Sue
57.) Pepper Mary
58.) Remington Alice
59.) Hunter Rae
60.) Hendriks Anne
Stuffed Animal-Inspired Names
Another way to choose your unique unicorn name is to use one of your stuffed animal’s names, followed by your favorite color.
61.) Cheery Green
62.) Stuffy Blue
63.) Curly Pink
64.) Spotty Magenta
65.) Berry Red
66.) Susie Purple
67.) Glittery Yellow
68.) Frosty Grey
69.) Mazie Gold
70.) Flower Orange
Candy-Inspired
CANDY, CANDY, CANDY! All children enjoy this treat. Put a mixture of candy that you have in a bag, and have your child, without looking, grab one piece.
Use the name or flavor of the candy for the first part of the name. For the last part of the name, use your child’s most enjoyable season. Unicorn names inspired by candy are fun and memorable.
71.) Bubble Gum Fall
72.) Spearmint Spring
73.) Apple Winter
74.) Banana Summer
75.) Chocolate Spring
76.) Starburst Summer
77.) Skittles Winter
78.) Snickers Fall
79.) Twizzler Summer
80.) Laffy Taffy Fall
Toy-Inspired
TOYS! Think about one of your child’s toys that they couldn’t put down for hours and had to buy more than once! Incorporate that into naming their unicorn. These unicorn names all come from the toy world.
81.) Pac – Man Suzie
82.) Twinkle Trains
83.) Lincoln Log Lucy
84.) Daisy Dolly
85.) Sunshine Stuffy
86.) Rainbow Bubbles
87.) Buttercup Blocks
88.) Snowflake Sticker
89.) Shimmery Puzzle
90.) Diamond Dough
Brilliant Selections
91.) Ruby Duby Doo
92.) Millie Matilda
93.) Pink Bubbles
94.) Prairie
95.) Sweetie-Pie
96.) Henrietta Glitter
97.) Cordelia the Cutie
98.) Cherry on Top
99.) Lovely Lila
100.) Starlight
101.) Gemma Gem
102.) Picabo
103.) Gold Butter
104.) Sprinkles
105.) Cupcake
Naming Your Unicorn
There are many fun ways to name a unicorn. You can choose names that will make your child giggle or remind them of a favorite pastime. You can also just pick random names from your child’s dictionary. Have them open a page, close their eyes and point to a word. Do that again for the second part of the name. You might have your kids really rolling on the floor!
Unicorn History
The earliest chatter of this beautiful beast was (c.400 BC). Historian writer Ctesias wrote about a single-horned creature that he described as a white horse with a purple head. It had blue eyes and on its forehead was a single horn that was colored black, red, and white.
Unicorn means ‘one horn’. The horn is centered on its forehead and is long and straight. It has a spiral impression from the base of the horn to the pointy end. If anyone was lucky enough to find a piece of the horn in the dark forest, it is said that they would feel the magic come over them and be healed of all sickness or ailments.
This mythical creature looks like a cross between a deer and a horse. It has a lion-like tail with cloven hooves (meaning it has a split down the middle of the hoof). The unicorn has healing powers in his tears and blood with magical powder in its horn to be used as protection for his master if enemies are near.
Unicorn Images
Images of the unicorn were also present during the Medieval Ages. The Church allowed many artists to depict the unicorn the way the artists seemed fit and could be used on a variety of mediums as well without getting prosecuted. During this time, many variations of it were created.
Some of the artist’s work was transmitted over into tapestry weaving. This particular medium was made out of wool, warp, silk, and silver. This time they made sure to make the unicorn the focal point. At the Metropolitan Museum of Art, you will find a set of 7 unicorn tapestries dating back from 1495-1505. Is it the magic of the unicorn that these tapestries survived for all of these years?
Unicorn FAQs
What is a baby unicorn called?
A baby unicorn is referred to as a “shimmer” or a “sparkle.” Like their parents, sparkles have the ability to bestow magic and miracles on those who are pure of heart.
What’s another meaning for a unicorn?
Unicorn can be used to refer to something that is very rare. For example, the perfect man.
What does the unicorn Emoji mean?
Usually, it refers to something that is mystical, magical, or rare.
Where do mythical unicorns live?
Unicorn typically lives alone and usually in forests. Many unicorns were believed to have lived in India.
What color are unicorns?
Unicorns are nearly always depicted as being white. Symbolism plays a major role in these legendary creatures. White symbolizes purity.
By Sara Williams
Sara is a freelance writer based in the Twin Cities.
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