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Peacock Name Generator

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Popular peacock names

Names as saturated as the tail itself.

  • Sapphire
  • Royal
  • Indigo
  • Azul
  • Prism
  • Plume
  • Majesty
  • Teal
  • Jade
  • Emerald
  • Cobalt
  • Iris
  • Regal
  • Paisley
  • Shimmer
  • Percival
  • Peabody
  • Beau

Peahen names for females

Females are peahens, and their quieter elegance deserves names with the same polish.

  • Pearl
  • Grace
  • Seraphina
  • Celeste
  • Bijou
  • Gilda
  • Esme
  • Odette
  • Giselle
  • Anastasia
  • Vivienne
  • Portia
  • Cordelia
  • Ophelia
  • Juliet
  • Bluebell
  • Lyric
  • Duchess

Male peacock names

Only the males carry the famous train, so give him a name with a title's worth of confidence.

  • Caesar
  • Augustus
  • Maximilian
  • Leopold
  • Sultan
  • Emperor
  • Monarch
  • Prince
  • Reginald
  • Byron
  • Dorian
  • Casanova
  • Valentino
  • Sterling
  • Fitzgerald
  • Montague
  • Lancelot
  • Horatio

Jewel and gemstone names

Iridescent feathers flash like cut stones, making gem names a natural fit.

  • Amethyst
  • Topaz
  • Garnet
  • Peridot
  • Citrine
  • Lapis
  • Azurite
  • Malachite
  • Turquoise
  • Zircon
  • Moonstone
  • Sunstone
  • Tanzanite
  • Tourmaline
  • Aquamarine
  • Beryl
  • Cameo
  • Trinket

Names inspired by India

The peacock is the national bird of India, its native home, and these names honor that heritage.

  • Taj
  • Jaipur
  • Monsoon
  • Lotus
  • Neelam
  • Mayuri
  • Rani
  • Raja
  • Maharaja
  • Maharani
  • Chandra
  • Kavi
  • Meera
  • Priya
  • Ravi
  • Diya
  • Veda
  • Sitara

Funny show-off names

This is a bird that struts for a living, so lean into the vanity.

  • Strut
  • Flex
  • Diva
  • Prima Donna
  • Zoolander
  • Fabio
  • Liberace
  • Elvis
  • Vogue
  • Runway
  • Sparkle
  • NBC
  • Extra
  • Fancy Pants
  • Blue Steel
  • Mirror Mirror
  • Showboat
  • Drama Queen

Frequently asked questions

Is my bird a peacock or a peahen?

Technically only the males are peacocks; females are peahens, chicks are peachicks, and the species as a whole is peafowl. Males grow the iridescent train and are far showier, while hens wear muted browns and greens. Most people say peacock for all of them, and everyone will know what you mean.

Why are Indian-inspired names popular for peacocks?

The blue peafowl is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been the national bird of India since 1963, where it carries deep cultural significance. Names like Raja, Mayuri, or Jaipur nod to that heritage. Choose names respectfully and skip religious or sacred terms.

Do peafowl learn their names?

Peafowl are alert, vocal birds that quickly learn feeding routines and the people who run them. Many will come to a consistent call, especially when treats are involved, even if they never recognize the name itself the way a dog would. Consistency is what does the work.

What is a group of peafowl called?

A group of peafowl is often called an ostentation, which may be the most fitting collective noun in the animal kingdom. You may also hear muster or party. If you keep several birds, a themed set of names, like all gemstones or all royal titles, is a fun way to lean into it.