Exotic Pet Names That Start With 'K'

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Updated on 05/19/20

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While the definition can vary, exotic pets are typically categorized as anything that is not a cat, dog, or domesticated farm animal. And if you have just acquired one of these animals, you are probably looking for a suitable name. Choosing a name for any pet is a personal decision. Some people prefer to live with the animal for a while to get to know its personality before picking a name. And other people might have their heart set on a particular name prior to even meeting the animal. If you are looking for a name that simply starts with a specific letter, here are some excellent exotic pet names that begin with the letter K.

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Top Exotic Pet Names

Kahlua
Kai
Karma
Katniss
Kermit
Kernel
Kiddo
King
Kiwi
Koko
Kong
Krabby
Kraken
Kramer
Kylo

Tips for Naming Your Exotic Pet

As you start your hunt for the right name, remember that you will likely have to share this name a lot with family members and friends. Plus, you will have to keep it on file at your veterinarian’s office. So if you ever think a particularly risqué or offbeat name would embarrass you in any setting where you might be discussing your pet, that’s probably a sign you should pick a different name.

Don’t rush the naming process if nothing jumps out at you right away. Your pet certainly won’t hold it against you if it has to go without a name for a little while. Plus, this is a name you might have to live with for many years, depending on the type of animal you have. Some exotic pets, such as certain small rodents, generally live for fewer than 10 years on average. But others, such as tortoises and large parrots, can live for several decades. And while they might be able to adapt to a name change just fine, it still can be a nuisance to amend a name on vet records and other information if you decide you don’t like it. So it’s ideal to pick something that sticks.

In addition to your animal’s personality, look to its appearance and general species traits for name ideas. For instance, you might want to name a bright green parakeet Kiwi. You also can look to pop culture for inspiration, including names from movies, TV shows, books, and music. Kermit is always a popular name for a pet frog thanks to “Sesame Street.” And in reference to the Beach Boys’ hit song, Kokomo could be a good name for any water-dwelling animal.

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