Animal Names

Finding the perfect possum name is half the fun of celebrating these quirky little marsupials.

With their nighttime adventures, curious personalities, and unforgettable expressions, possums deserve a name that’s just as unique as they are.

Whether you’re naming a rescued opossum, a pet, or simply looking for creative inspiration, this collection of 700+ cute, funny, cool, and unique possum names has something for every personality.

Best Possum Names

Cute Possum Names

Few things are cuter than a possum hanging upside down from a branch. These names lean into that irresistible charm and work especially well for possums with soft features or gentle temperaments.

Funny Possum Names

Possums have a natural comedic timing—especially when they freeze up and play dead at the worst possible moment. These funny possum names lean hard into the absurdity.

Cool Possum Names

Some possums carry themselves with an undeniable swagger. These cool opossum names have edge, style, and a certain mysterious energy.

Unique Possum Names

Ready to go off the beaten path? These unique possum names are uncommon, inventive, and guaranteed to spark a conversation.

Male Possum Names

Looking for strong, fitting names for a boy possum? These names work beautifully for male opossums with confident, curious, or adventurous personalities.

Female Possum Names

Female possums are remarkable mothers—Virginia opossums carry up to 13 young in their pouches at a time. These names honor the elegance, strength, and sass of girl possums everywhere.

Baby Possum Names

Baby possums—called joeys—are born the size of a honeybee. They crawl to the pouch immediately after birth, where they develop for several months. These baby possum names are small, sweet, and perfectly sized.

Pet Possum Names

Pet opossums are legal in many U.S. states (always check local regulations) and make fascinating companions. These names are ideal for a pet possum that lives alongside you day-to-day.

Good Possum Names

Sometimes you just want a solid, reliable name that suits a possum perfectly. These are the dependable classics—good possum names that stand the test of time.

Nature-Inspired Possum Names

Possums live in forests, fields, and everywhere in between. Nature names feel especially fitting for an animal so closely tied to the wild world.

Forest & Woodland Names

Night & Moon-Inspired Names

As nocturnal animals, possums are creatures of the night. Moon and night-themed names capture their mysterious, after-dark lifestyle beautifully.

Food-Inspired Names

Possums are enthusiastic eaters—they’ll consume fruit, insects, small animals, and yes, the contents of your compost bin. Food names suit them well.

Tiny Possum Names

For the smallest, most pocket-sized possums in the litter:

Fat & Chubby Possum Names

Some possums are… well-fed. These names celebrate a possum’s rounder side with affection and humor.

Black Possum Names

Dark fur calls for dark-themed, dramatic names.

White Possum Names

Light-colored possums deserve equally luminous names.

Grey Possum Names

The classic grey opossum is arguably the most recognizable. These grey possum names celebrate their signature silver-toned coats.

Wild Opossum Names

For possums that live or have lived in the wild, these names honor their untamed, self-sufficient nature.

Australian Possum Names

Important note: Australian possums and North American opossums are two entirely different animals. Australian possums belong to the suborder Phalangeriformes, while the North American Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana) belongs to a completely separate marsupial order. They share the name “possum” but are not closely related. Australian possums tend to be smaller, rounder, and fluffier. These names reflect Australian culture, landscape, and wildlife.

Virginia Opossum Names

The Virginia opossum is the only marsupial native to North America. It’s the one most people picture when they imagine an opossum—grey, long-nosed, and dramatic. These names pay tribute to its distinctly American roots.

Southern-Style Possum Names

In Southern American culture, possums hold a special (and affectionate) place. Possum stew, possum tales, possum humor—it’s a whole thing. These Southern possum names carry that warm, drawling charm.

Halloween Possum Names

With their wide eyes, grey faces, sharp teeth, and love of playing dead, possums are practically Halloween-themed already. These names lean right into it.