Squirt

The name of the baby sea turtle in “Finding Nemo.”

Shelly

A shell reference and a lovely girl’s name all in one!

Franklin

Franklin is the adorable star of the “Franklin the Turtle” children’s books and animated series.

Crush

With his California surfer accent and laid-back ways, Crush the sea turtle was a fan favorite in “Finding Nemo.”

Squirtle

The adorable Pokémon species has big saucer eyes and squeezable chubby cheeks.

Sheldon

A shell-shockingly good turtle name, made famous on “The Big Bang Theory.”

Leo

Leonardo (aka Leo) is the sword-fighting leader of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Mikey

Cowabunga! As the Ninja Turtles’ resident goofball, Michelangelo (or Mikey) is a turrrific choice.

Speedy

An ironic name for most turtles, who are known for their “slow and steady” pace.

Myrtle

For a playful rhyme, Myrtle is sublime.

Arcadia

Throughout time, turtles have been celebrated as symbols of peace and tranquility. Arcadia is a Greek name meaning “peace and contentment.”

Ari

Ari Atoll is an island in the Maldives known for its sea turtles.

Ariel

Thanks to “The Little Mermaid,” this name will always have “under the sea” swagger.

Beryl

This throwback girl’s name with Greek origins is a reference to the light green mineral.

Briar

This nature-inspired girl’s name has a sweet and wild sensibility.

Chartreuse

The French girl’s name is also the name of a light yellow-green color.

Constance

Meaning “steadfastness,” this old-school Latin name is perfect for slow-and-steady turtles.

Coraline

Six of the world’s seven species of sea turtles live in the waters around Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. With a nod to sea coral, this pretty name is a fun way to honor your pet’s wild relatives.

Costa

Meaning “coast” in Spanish, Costa is a short and sweet marine moniker.

Doris

In Greek mythology, Doris was a sea nymph; today, her name means “gift.”

Elphaba

Like turtles, Elphaba (aka The Wicked Witch of the West) has green-hued skin.

Emerald

The gemstone is famous for its bright, saturated green color.

Esmeralda

Looking for something a little fancier? This Spanish girl’s name means “emerald.”

Fern

Of Old English origin, Fern calls to mind the shade-loving greenery.

Frida

Meaning “peace,” Frida nods to the turtle’s gentle nature. As a reference to Frida Kahlo, it can also be fun for painted turtles, which are known for their ornate shell markings.

Giada

A classic Italian girl’s name meaning “jade.”

Halimah

This Arabic name means “gentle” or “mild-mannered.”

Hana

A remote area of Maui, which is famous for its sea turtles.

Hisako

Some species of turtles have long life spans. In fact, the oldest known living land animal is a giant tortoise named Jonathan, who was born in 1832. For a female turtle, consider the Japanese name Hisako, which means “longevity.”

Idona

Another age-related option, this Scandinavian name means “renewal and immortality.”

Isla

The elegant girl’s name of Spanish origin means “island.”

Ivy

A classic girl’s name calling to mind gardens and greenery.

Jade

Although it can be a number of colors, the mineral is prized in its green varieties.

Jemima

A biblical name meaning “dove,” the peaceful connotations of Jemima make it prime for turtles, too.

Juniper

The girl’s name is also the name of a berry-bearing bush and a shade of bluish green.

Kai

Kai is a name with international turtle power. In Hawaiian it means “sea” and in Japanese it means “shell.”

Kailani

Hawaii is famous for its sunbathing green sea turtles, the only species of sea turtle that regularly comes ashore. For an island-inspired name, consider Kailani, which means “sea and sky.”

Kaimana

This strong Hawaiian name means “power of the sea.”

Kelly

Commonly associated with St. Patrick’s Day, Kelly green is a bright, vivid shade of green.

Lana

A lovely little name meaning “calm as still waters” in Hawaiian.

Malina

A Hawaiian girl’s name meaning “peace.”

Mandana

Of Persian origin, Mandana means “everlasting.”

Margarita

This traditional girl’s name is also the name of a green cocktail. For short, try Margie!

Matcha

The trendy green tea has a turtle-like tinge.

Midori

Cheers to this Japanese girl’s name, which is also the name of a bright green liqueur.

Minerva

Across cultures and time, turtles have been symbols of wisdom. As the Roman goddess of wisdom, Minerva is a fitting namesake.

Mira

This girl’s name means both “peace” and “ocean,” making it perfect for turtles.

Moana

The Disney heroine has a special relationship with the ocean and its wildlife. At the beginning of the titular movie, Moana protects a baby sea turtle.

Morla

In “The Neverending Story,” Morla (also known as The Ancient One) is a giant turtle considered to be the wisest being in Fantastica.

Olivia

A reference to both color and temperament, Olivia is a girl’s name meaning “olive tree,” which is considered a symbol of peace.

Ondine

The name of a mythological water nymph, it also means “little wave.”

Orna

An Irish name meaning “little pale green one.”

Paloma

This girl’s name is also the Spanish word for “dove,” another traditional symbol of peace.

Patience

If “The Tortoise and the Hare” is to be believed, turtles are patient creatures (even when faced with show-off hares).

Paz

Of Hebrew and Spanish origin, this girl’s name means “peace.”

Ramona

A Spanish name meaning “wise protector.”

Sabira

An Arabic name, Sabira is associated with patience and endurance.

Sage

Sage references both the grey-green color and wisdom.

Serena

A twist on “serene,” Serena means “peaceful and quiet.”

Shelby

With “shell” right there in the name, Shelby is a punny choice.

Shelley

Shelley was a mild-mannered turtle Muppet on “Sesame Street” in the 1980s and ‘90s.

Shiloh

A time-tested Hebrew name meaning “tranquil.”

Sisu

Sisu is a Finnish concept that roughly translates into “enduring perseverance in the face of adversity.” As ancient creatures with humble homes, we think turtles can relate.

Sylvia

Of Latin origin, this girl’s name means “from the forest.”

Tatum

For an alliterative name, consider Tatum Turtle.

Teagan

Like Tatum, Teagan Turtle has a playful ring to it.

Umi

In Japanese, Umi means “ocean.”

Verna

Of Latin origin, meaning “spring green.”

Winifred

Of Welsh origin, Winifred means “peacekeeping.” For a more casual nickname, try Winnie!

Alden

An Old English name meaning “wise old friend.”

Alderman

In Beatrix Potter’s “The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher,” Alderman Ptolemy Tortoise is a turtle with a fondness for salad.

Aspen

This trendy gender-neutral name is also the common name for certain species of forest trees, as well as a shade of light green.

Akumal

Meaning “place of the turtle” in Mayan, Akumal is a Mexican beach town famous for its sea turtles.

Akupara

In Hindu mythology, the giant turtle that supports the earth is known as Akupara.

Axel

A Scandinavian name with rock-and-roll vibes, Axel means “father of peace.”

Basil

The British boy’s name calls to mind the green herb.

Bertie

Bertie, a leopard tortoise, currently holds the Guinness World Record for World’s Fastest Tortoise.

Caspian

The Caspian turtle is native to the eastern Mediterranean region.

Cecil

In “Looney Tunes,” Cecil is a turtle who outsmarts Bugs Bunny.

Celadon

Sometimes used as a boy’s name, Celadon is soft, grayish shade of green.

Conrad

A German name related to wisdom.

Dante

This long-lived Latin name means “everlasting.”

Darwin

A wink to Charles Darwin, whose work with tortoises on the Galapagos Islands inspired his evolutionary theory.

Denver

A pastoral Old English name meaning “green valley.”

Donatello

As “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” fans know, Donatello is the smartest hero in a half-shell.

Dylan

A Welsh name meaning “son of the sea.”

Fastitocalon

J. R. R. Tolkien’s poem “Fastitocalon” is about a mythical turtle fish.

Filburt

In “Rocko’s Modern Life,” Filburt Shellbach is a pessimistic (but nonetheless beloved) turtle.

Fillmore

In the celebrated comic strip “Sherman’s Lagoon,” Fillmore is the resident nerdy sea turtle.

Frederick

An English form of a Germanic name meaning “peaceful ruler.”

Galapagos

Native to the Galapagos Islands, Galapagos tortoises are the largest living species of tortoise.

Honu

In Hawaiian culture, sea turtles—known as Honu—are sacred beings and symbols of good luck, protection and longevity.

Hunter

The boy’s name is also a shade of dark green.

Irving

A Scottish name meaning “green river” or “sea friend.” (For a nickname, Irv the Turtle is cute as can be!)

Jonah

Meaning “dove,” this peaceful Hebrew name also has connections to the sea via the prophet Jonah, who was swallowed by a whale.

Keanu

Made famous by actor Keanu Reeves, this laidback Hawaiian name means “the breeze.”

Kurma

Meaning “tortoise” in Sanskrit, Kurma is an incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu.

Mack

Mack is an opinionated turtle in the Dr. Seuss classic “Yertle the Turtle.”

Marlin

A Welsh name meaning “near the lake,” Marlin can also be an ironic turtle choice—the blue marlin is one of the fastest fish in the ocean.

Maturin

In Stephen King’s “The Dark Tower” series, Maturin is an ancient, otherworldly turtle.

Moray

A Scottish boy’s name meaning “sea.”

Murphy

This  Irish name, derived from the Gaelic, means “sea warrior,” making it perfect for pets with built-in armor.

Oliver

A Latin name meaning “olive tree,” Oliver has peaceful roots and an adorable nickname (Ollie!)

Oran

An Irish name thought to mean “little pale green one.”

Orwell

An English and Scottish name meaning “branch of the river.”

Oscar

Inspired by the beloved grumpy green Muppet, Oscar the Grouch.

Paxton

This unisex name means “peace town.”

Picasso

For painted turtle species, consider a nod to artist and animal lover Pablo Picasso.

Raphael

The rebellious Ninja Turtle is known for his acrobatics and sarcastic sense of humor.

Ridley

This sophisticated English name is also the name of a type of sea turtle.

Reef

Although an unusual choice for babies, this English boy’s name is perfectly suited for turtles.

Sipadan

The Malaysian island is famous for its green and hawksbill sea turtles.

Tahoe

The lake, which straddles California and Nevada, has a trendy, outdoorsy ring to it.

Testudo

The University of Maryland’s official mascot is Testudo, a diamondback terrapin.

Thanos

Thanos is an ancient Greek name meaning immortal. Today, the name is mostly associated with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where Thanos is a powerful, long-lived villain.

Toby

In Disney’s animated “Robin Hood,” Toby is a shy, bespectacled turtle.

Tokka

For a more obscure “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” reference, consider Tokka, a mutant alligator snapping turtle and minion of Shredder.

Triton

In Greek mythology, Triton was a merman and demigod of the sea.

Verne

In the animated film “Over the Hedge,” Verne is loving and selfless box turtle.

Vardon

A French boy’s name meaning “green knoll.”

Wade

An English boy’s name perfectly suited for swimmers.

Zale

A Greek name meaning “sea strength.”

Alfie

This adorable name comes courtesy of children’s author Roald Dahl, whose book “Esio Trot” features a small tortoise named Alfie.

Apple

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow chose this cute name for her daughter. Assuming it’s Granny Smith-inspired, it’s also perfect for a green turtle!

Avocado

The fan-favorite veggie has a signature green color.

Bubbles

A perky name for your bubble-blowing bestie.

Edamame

Fun to say and fun to eat, this soybean snack gets the green light.

Flips

Only sea turtles have true flippers, but this cute name works for any species.

Guacamole

If Avocado is a little too plain for your pal, consider the spicier Guacamole.

Honeydew

The light green melon has a sweet name to match its sweet taste.

Jolly

If your turtle is on the larger side, the Jolly Green Giant might be an oversize fit.

Kermit

Kermie’s a frog, but we think he’d be happy to lend his name to a fellow green pond dweller.

Kiwi

A cheery green fruit—and cute to boot!

Lucky

Many cultures view turtles as symbols of good luck.

M&M

Like the candy, turtles have hard outer shells and sweet spirits.

Nibbles

One of the cutest things about turtles? Their teeny-tiny nibbles!

Nixie

The nixie is a mischievous water spirit.

Nugget

An itty-bitty cutie for itty-bitty cuties.

Peek-a-Boo

A turtle’s flexible neck provides protection from predators, allowing it to retract safely into its sturdy shell. Of course, the unique feature is also fun for a game of peek-a-boo.

Pickle

Sweet or spicy, Pickle is turtle-approved.

Pistachio

Small, green and nutty, Pistachio is perfect for turtles with a silly side.

Pokey

“Poke” a little fun at your slow-moving friend with this endearing name.

Pop-Tart

Is there anything cuter than a turtle head pop?

Poppy

This cheery girl’s name has plenty of turtle appeal.

Puddles

An aquatic-inspired cutie for water-loving friends.

Saffi

A cutie-pie Greek name meaning “wisdom.”

Sandy

A classic girl’s name, Sandy is also a cute reference to the beach.

Scooter

A precious pick for little waddlers.

Shamrock

Add some color commentary with this lucky name.

Shelbow

In “The Little Mermaid,” Shelbow is a goofy sea turtle who plays drums in The Catfish Club Band.

Soleil

The French word for “sun,” Soleil is a sweet way to reference your turtle’s fondness for sunbathing.

Splash

For turtles who like to splish-splash while they take a bath.

Sprout

Adorable and green, just like turtles.

Sunny

An optimistic name for sweet sun worshippers.

Tammy

Some names are just plain fun to say. Case in point: Tammy Turtle!

Tank

In “My Little Pony,” Tank is Rainbow Dash’s sweet pet tortoise.

Tilly

Get ready to awww! Tilly the Turtle is as cute as they come.

Tommy

Like Tilly, Tommy is tailor-made for terrapins.

Tuck

On Nickelodeon’s “Wonder Pets!” series, Tuck was the loveable, hug-obsessed young turtle.

Waddles

Although graceful in water, turtles have an endearingly awkward waddle on land.

Wobbles

For Waddles’ sillier, clumsier brother.

Yertle

Created by Dr. Seuss, Yertle the Turtle is a magnificent moniker.

Yoda

As “The Mandalorian” has proved, Baby Yoda is the cutest creature in the universe.

Zippy

If you were a Beanie Babies collector, you’ll recognize Zippy as the name of the cuddly turtle.  

Achilles

When it comes to funny turtle names, speed (or lack thereof) is always good for a giggle. In Greek mythology, Achilles was a warrior known for his swiftness.

Aristurtle

For a playful name with plenty of wisdom, consider this punny play on the famous philosopher.

Bolt

In honor of sprinting superstar Usain Bolt.

Bowser

Although it sounds like a dog’s name, Bowser is a turtle-like creature in Nintendo’s “Mario” franchise. When you want to switch things up, Bowser’s alias, King Koopa, is an equally hilarious name for a turtle.

Broccoli

Even if you don’t like eating it, Broccoli is a fun name for a turtle.

Cheetah

Cheetahs are the world’s fastest land animals, making this an ironically funny name for your turtle.

Comet

Although a common name for dogs, Comet is unexpected for turtles (considering comets can streak through the sky at thousands of miles per hour!)

Cruiser

This slow-and-steady name is perfect for pets who aren’t in a rush.

Ferrari

Famous for its speed and flashiness, the luxury sports car could learn a few things from the humble turtle.

Fiona

As “Shrek” fans know, Princess Fiona turns green after the sun sets.

Flash

The DC Comics superhero is the fastest man alive—another ironic name for your not-so-speedy buddy.

Gallop

Gallop is the ironically named turtle in the children’s series “Babar and the Adventures of Badou.”

Godzilla

Naming your pet after a nuclear-powered prehistoric sea monster is always a good idea.

Grand Master Oogway

In “Kung Fu Panda,” Grand Master Oogway is a wise, elderly tortoise and creator of kung fu.

Grinch

Remember, this greenie isn’t a meanie! The Grinch is simply misunderstood.

Gumby

A retro reference to the green Claymation character.

Hermes

With his signature winged sandals, Hermes was able to fly like the wind, according to Greek mythology.

Houdini

Houdini didn’t have a turtle shell to hide in—but the master illusionist did famously make an elephant “disappear” from the stage.

Hulk

The green-skinned superhero is a comically large namesake.

Indy

This cute name winks to the Indianapolis 500.

Jet

Another ironically fast name. (We’re truly sorry about all the slow jokes, turtle friends. We’re laughing with you, not at you!)

Kale

A favorite snack among turtles, Kale also makes for a fun and silly name.

Lenny Turteltaub

On “BoJack Horseman,” Lenny Turteltaub is a business-minded Hollywood producer who wears an unconvincing toupee.

Lightning

As in “lightning fast,” which your turtle is decidedly not.

Mary Shelley

For a punny literary reference, “Frankenstein” author Mary Shelley has a turtle-ready surname.

Michael Phelps

Or perhaps it should be Michael Shellps?

Mike Wazowski

The “Monsters, Inc.” jokester has a lime green hue.

Mock Turtle

In “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” the Mock Turtle is a turtle-like mixture of creatures. As a lover of puns, Lewis Carroll named him after mock turtle soup, a popular dish in Victorian England (which did not, incidentally, contain turtle).

Molasses

Sweet as sugar and slow moving, just like your pet.

Mustang

Unlike the cars and horses, Mustang the Turtle won’t be known for his speed.

Neptune

As the powerful and vengeful sea god of Roman mythology, Neptune is a funny choice for low-key creatures.

Nessie

The Loch Ness Monster probably isn’t a turtle, but Nessie is a fun name for any pond dweller.

Ninja

Clunky and slow-moving, there’s not very much ninja-like about turtles (with the exception of a few teenage mutants, of course).

Nitro

When you mention your pet Nitro, no one will suspect a turtle.

Poseidon

Similar to his Roman counterpart Neptune, Greek god Poseidon is a powerful, ill-tempered, earthquake-causing sea king.

Rocky Balboa

In the film “Rocky,” Sylvester Stallone’s title character has two pet turtles, Cuff and Link.

Salad

Your turtle will like this cute name so much, he might eat it right up.

Shrek

The green-skinned ogre takes a little warming up to, but he’s a sweetheart to share a name with.

Slimer

The “Ghostbusters” slimy ghost is famous for his eerie green glow.

Sloth

Known for taking their time, sloths are kindred turtle spirits.

Snappy

Snappy the turtle will never “make it snappy.”

Sonic

More appropriate for an energetic hedgehog, but funny for a pokey turtle.

Stretch

Some scientists believe that turtles’ stretchy necks evolved as a way to quickly snatch prey.

Superman

For the pet that’s definitely not faster than a speeding bullet.

Tardy

On quirky puppet show “Greg the Bunny,” Tardy is the name of a perpetually late turtle.

Taylor (Not So) Swift

Taylor Swift may be a loud and proud cat lady, but her last name lends itself ironically well to turtles.

Tucker

This English name is also a funny allusion to turtles’ necks.

Turbo

A supercharged name for a super laidback pet.

Zoom

Want to be the office hero? Bring Zoom the Turtle on your next Zoom call.