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240+ Awesome Emu Names

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Emus are fascinating birds. They make good pets too. Even if you are raising them as farm birds, you’ll still get attached to them.

One fun aspect of owning an emu is choosing the perfect name.

Are you looking for inspiration to name your emu or just curious to know some fun emu names?

Read this article to see some of the best emu names out there, ranging from the silliest to the most sophisticated.

Face of an Emu standing on the grass among the trees on the background

Recommended Names for Your Emu

Here are some of my recommended names for your emu:

  • Emilia: A beautiful and classic name that pays homage to the emu’s species name, Dromaius novaehollandiae
  • Elliot: A strong and regal name that suits the emu’s tall and imposing appearance.
  • Ozzie: A playful name that references the emu’s Australian origin, as “Oz” is a common nickname for Australia.
  • Gatsby: A sophisticated and elegant name that suits the emu’s graceful movements.
  • Fiona: A cute and quirky name that highlights the emu’s unique and unconventional features.
  • Feather: A simple and straightforward name that references the emu’s defining physical features.
  • Dolly: A fun and charming name that captures the emu’s playful personality.
  • Olive: A natural and earthy name that suits the emu’s native habitat and surroundings.
  • Benny: A friendly and approachable name that reflects the emu’s curious and sociable nature.
  • Peaches: A sweet and fruity name that captures the emu’s gentle and affectionate personality.
  • Sunny: A bright and cheerful name that reflects the emu’s energetic and lively spirit.
  • Scout: A curious and adventurous name that suits the emu’s exploratory and inquisitive nature.
  • Rudy: A bold and daring name that references the emu’s fearless and independent nature.
  • Ziggy: A quirky and offbeat name that suits the emu’s unconventional and quirky personality.
  • Tango: A lively and rhythmic name that reflects the emu’s energetic and dynamic movements.

Your emu’s name should be something that feels right for you and the bird.

Also, choose a name that is easy.

Continue reading for even more emu name recommendations.

baby emu looking at the camera

Funny Names for Your Emu

Some funny names you might want to consider for your emu are these:

  • Emu-sical
  • Fowl Play
  • Emu-sphere
  • Emu-zing
  • Pogo
  • Waddles
  • Emu-nuel Kant
  • The Great Emucator
  • Feather McGraw
  • Emu-lade
  • Penny
  • Flappy Bird
  • Egbert
  • Poochy
  • Quackers
  • Rambo
  • Ruffles
  • Puddles
  • Puff
  • Speedy
  • Strutter
  • Scratch
  • Scruffy
  • Snuggles
Emu walking behind wooden fence with wire on the farm

Female Names for Your Emu

Looking for a name for your female emu? Here are pretty names to consider:

  • Birdie
  • Bleu
  • Cerise
  • Cher
  • Cher Ami
  • Cherry
  • Bluebell
  • Blueberry
  • Caroline
  • Chiquita
  • Ella
  • Elsie
  • Mimi
  • Angel
  • Hope
  • Isabelle
  • Erika
  • Amber
  • Annabelle
  • Jenny
  • Esther
  • Kathy
  • Tito
  • Bella
  • Beauty
  • Missy
  • Lacy
  • Peace
  • Mariam
  • Princess
  • Julia
  • Pandora
  • Peggy
  • Phoebe
  • Julie
  • Madonna
  • Madison
  • Olivia
  • Roxy
  • Tina
  • Violet
  • Wanda
  • Xena
  • Sophie
  • Stella
  • Thelma
  • Lillie
Emu in the wild against blurred green nature background

Male Names for Your Emu

What if your emu is male? Here are some masculine names for your bird:

  • Max
  • Buddy
  • Blue
  • Charlie
  • Rocky
  • Eddie
  • Hank
  • Rusty
  • George
  • Ralph
  • Louie
  • Peanut
  • Sammy
  • Simon
  • Henry
  • Leo
  • Zeke
  • Ace
  • Apollo
  • Felix
  • Archie
  • Jasper
  • Biscuit
  • Boomer
  • Cooper
  • Diesel
  • Duke
  • Brewster
  • Brody
  • Bruno
  • Finn
  • Gizmo
  • Harley
  • Kuda
  • Lenny
  • Marley
  • Maverick
  • Hunter
  • Jax
  • Jett
  • Murphy
  • Odin
  • Oliver
  • Pascal
  • Jeremy
  • Santos
  • Prince
  • James
  • Tucker
  • John
Emus on a farm walking around

Unique Names for Your Emu

Below are some unique names for your emu:

  • Darwin
  • Zephyr
  • Kiwi
  • Winston
  • Matilda
  • Nemo
  • Luna
  • April
  • Ginger
  • Flash
  • Zeus
  • Rio
  • Fluffy
  • Indigo
  • Ishmael
Flock of emus in the wild

More Names for Your Emus

Still need more names? Here you go:

  • Larimar
  • Cyane
  • Delphinium
  • Nimbus
  • Lochan
  • Chambray
  • Livia
  • Rico
  • Periwinkle
  • Billy
  • Zany
  • Taves
  • Amos
  • Bingo
  • Bruce
  • Cluck Norris
  • Clyde
  • Colonel Sanders
  • Drumstick
  • General Tso
  • Gregory Peck
  • Roo Paul
  • Foghorn Leghorn
  • Hank
  • Muncher
  • Long-neck
  • Swagger
  • Tex
  • Screamer
  • Rooster Cogburn
  • Strutter
  • Squark
  • Waylon
  • Artemis
  • Auric
  • Willie
  • Abraham
  • Blanc
  • Albus
  • Andy
  • Jefferson
  • Kay
  • Marcus
  • Archibald
  • Frank
  • Neil
  • Obediah
  • Phantom
  • Harvey
  • Hobbes
  • Phil
  • Oscar
  • Zachariah
  • Tormund
  • Ormund
  • Wiggles
  • Letwin
  • Linnet
  • Zippy
  • Stacey
  • Michael
  • Sophia
  • Amelia
  • Paloma
  • Valery
  • Dave
  • Zippora
  • Greta
  • Edmund
  • Avalyn
  • Frank
  • Celandine
  • Evelyn
  • Rawhide
  • Artemis
  • Kay
  • Bailey
  • Charlotte
  • Monster Hocker
  • Jubal pomp
  • Boots
  • Justice
  • Dumplin
  • Carson
  • Ingrid
  • Gunnar
  • Almond
  • Susan
  • Ringtone
  • Dakota
  • Billy ray
  • Sahara
  • London

What would you like to name your emu?