Choosing a name for any pet can be challenging, and pot-bellied pigs are no exception. There are plenty of great pig names to choose from. Some people like to get to know their new pet's personality before deciding on a name, while others decide beforehand.

A trend in naming pot-bellied pigs involves using food items derived from their cousins, though some people don't find this humorous. Regardless of your preferences, you should find it easy to choose a name from this list.

Here is a variety of pig names to consider for your extraordinary pet.

Famous Pigs From History, Literature, Movies, and TV

Pigs are versatile characters. Some are villains, while others are heroes, sweet, or bossy. Some famous pigs are messy, fashion-minded, or just plain gross. You'll almost certainly find a well-known pig in this list that reminds you of your pet!

• Miss Piggy: Miss Piggy needs no introduction!
• Babe: A piglet that had a whole movie dedicated to her
• Wilbur: The adorable piglet from the book and movie Charlotte's Web, by E.B. White
• Gub Gub: An unusually intelligent pig from the book Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting
• Empress of Blandings: An enormous prize pig from the books of P.G. Wodehouse
• Piglet: Pooh Bear's best friend
• Poppleton: From the children's books by Cynthia Rylant
• Snowball: From George Orwell's anti-utopian (and rather terrifying) novel Animal Farm
• Squealer: From George Orwell's Animal Farm
• Napoleon: Yet another pig from Animal Farm
• Hamm: One of the toys in Toy Story
• Hen Wen: A fortune-telling pig from the book and movie The Black Cauldron
• Olivia: From the animated TV series of the same name
• Petunia Pig: From the Merrie Melodies cartoons
• Porky Pig: Bug's Bunny's arch enemy
• Sir Oinksalot: A cameo character from The Simpsons
• Plopper (also called Spider Pig): From The Simpsons Movie
• Arnold Ziffel: From the 1960's TV sitcom Green Acres
• Toot and Puddle: Best friend pigs from a book series illustrated by Hollie Hobbie
• Pumbaa: While not strictly speaking a pig (he's actually a warthog), Pumbaa is a well-beloved pig-like character from Disney's Lion King.
• Peter Porkchop: A character created by DC comics
• Gordy the Pig: From a movie of the same name
• Peppermint Pig: Another movie star animated pig
• Monokuru Boo: The Japanese pig who is similar in many ways to Hello Kitty
• Hogzilla: A real-life pig of enormous dimensions, Hogzilla weighed 800 pounds (360 kg) and was between 7.5 and 8 feet (2.25 and 2.4 meters)
• Max: George Clooney's famous pot-bellied pig
• Noelle: A real pot-bellied pig that starred in the comedy Designing Women
• Peppa Pig: The main character in the children's animated series by the same name
• Orson: From Garfield and Friends
• Petal: From Gilmore Girls
• Rosita: From Sing
• Fluffy: From South Park
• Pua: From the Disney movie Moana
• Waddles: From the animated TV show Gravity Falls
• Boarest: From the Pokémon video games
• Esther: After the famous Esther The Wonder Pig

Pig Names Built Around Pork Products

Oddly enough, the idea of cannibalism doesn't put off some pet pig owners. Here are some options for those who favor pork or clever pork-related puns:

• Bacon
• Chewbacon
• Chris P. Bacon
• Frankfurter
• Ham (not to be confused with Hamm)
• Hamlet
• Hermione Hamhock
• Jimmy Dean
• Kevin Bacon
• Kosher
• Oscar
• Porkchop
• Porky
• Sausage
• Slim
• Smokey

Pig Names Based on Your Pig's Appearance and Behavior

Pot-bellied pigs are adorable, so you might name them after their cutest features.

• Biggie
• Bubba
• Chocolate
• Chubby
• Chubs
• Goofy
• Mini
• Muddy
• Peanut
• Piggy
• Pigtail
• Pink
• Pinky
• Oinkers
• Oreo
• Shorty
• Small Fry
• Snort
• Squeaks
• Whopper

Girl Pig Names

Here are some name ideas for your female pot-bellied pig:

• Cinnamon
• Cupcake
• Daisy
• Estelle
• Jewel
• Liberty
• Lily
• Muffin
• Norah
• Penelope
• Penny
• Rosey
• Stella
• Violet
• Zora
  

Boy Pig Names

Here are some ideas for your male pot-bellied pig:

• Albert
• Banjo
• Buddy
• Cookie
• Dudley
• Duke
• Hoover
• Lincoln
• Ozzy
• Prince
• Randy
• Rocky
• Wally
• Walter
• Willy
  

Tips for Choosing Your Pet's Name

If you're struggling to find a great name for your pet pig, consider a few things to generate ideas. Use these factors to choose a name that suits your pet best.

Appearance

You can name your pig based on their color. For instance, a white pig might be called Snowball, or a black and white pig might be named Oreo. Besides color, consider their size, such as weight or height. A unique feature or the expression on your pig's face might also inspire a name.

Behavior

Pot-bellied pigs have wonderful personalities, and each is an individual. As you learn about your pig's preferences and habits, naming them might become easier. You might choose a name based on their favorite game, toy, or demeanor.

Appetite

Does your pig have a favorite snack or always seem ready to eat? Use these traits to come up with a fun name. Or, if you and your pig enjoy a particular food together, consider naming your pet after that treat.

If you're still struggling to pick a name for your pot-bellied pig, a little research can reveal an entire universe of names from stories and myths.

Teaching Your Pot-Bellied Pig Their Name

Now that you've named your pot-bellied pig, teach them to respond when called. Pot-bellied pigs are very smart, like dogs and primates, and can learn their name if you consistently use it. Avoid using many nicknames during training, and apply positive reinforcement.

Positive reinforcement includes verbal praise, petting, and treats, as pigs are very food-motivated. If using treats to train your pig, be consistent and give them a treat each time they respond to their name. Use a higher-pitched, happy voice when calling their name to increase responsiveness.

Use low-fat, healthy, but tasty treats during training sessions to prevent weight gain. Try Cheerios, puffed rice, or baby snacks like Gerber Graduates Puffs to encourage your pot-bellied pig to come when called.