Are you looking for swan names for the elegant birds in your swan lake?
Whether you’re looking for a unique name for your swan or want to learn more about these majestic creatures, this article will help you find the perfect name that reflects your swan’s personality.
The names of swan species
Swans belong to the Anatidae family of water birds with ducks and geese. Swans are more closely related to geese.
These are the names of the six living swan species:
| Black-necked swan | A swan with a white body and black head and neck. Lives in South America. |
| Black swan | As the name suggests, this swan species has black feathers. It breeds in Australia. |
| Mute swan | A white swan species living in Europe, Asia, and North America. |
| Trumpeter swan | A large white swan in North America. |
| Tundra swan | A white swan that breeds on the Arctic tundra. |
| Whooper swan | A white swan in Europe and Asia. |
How to choose a name for a swan
Choosing a name for your swan can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so many options, it can be hard to find the perfect name that suits your swan’s character and personality.
One way to start is by considering the appearance of your swan- its size, shape, or feathers’ color. You may also want to consider the bird’s behavior and quirks- does it have a unique way of swimming or interacting with other birds?
Another factor to consider when choosing a name for your swan is its gender. This will help you narrow down potential names based on traditionally male or female options or gender-neutral ones.
Additionally, you may want to think of any personal connections with names or words that may inspire the perfect name for your feathered friend.
Finally, there are no hard and fast rules when naming a swan! What matters most is finding a name that resonates with you and feels right for your beloved pet bird.
So take some time and explore different options from our list of 200+ beautiful swan names until you find one that fits perfectly!
Female swan names
The swan is a symbol of beauty and grace. When naming a swan girl, you can’t go wrong with princess-like, elegant options like Estelle or Primadonna.
- Anastasia
- Anna
- Annabelle
- Ava
- Bella
- Blanche
- Celestina
- Charlotte
- Claire
- Clara
- Claudia
- Cynthia
- Dahlia
- Daisy
- Diana
- Elizabeth
- Estelle
- Fanny
- Fenella
- Fiona
- Gwen
- Kadence
- Laguna
- Louisa
- Luna
- Odelia
- Paloma
- Penelope
- Penny
- Primadonna
- Princess
- Priscilla
- Queen
- Regina
- Sally
- Selena
- Sophie
- Stella
- Stephanie
- Susanna
- Wanda
- Wendy
- Yvette
Male swan names
While princess-like names fit female swans, consider elegant prince names for your swan boy!
- Albert
- Alexander
- Beck
- Brosnan
- Carlow
- Caspian
- Charles
- Clarence
- Claudio
- Claus
- Cove
- Cygnus
- Duke
- Finn
- Jonah
- Kenn
- Laurence
- Loch
- Louis
- Otto
- Prince
- Regulus
- Samuel
- Sebastian
- Stanley
- Stefan
- Stephen
- Thomas
- Tristan
- Wagner
- William
- Wilton
- Yves
Unisex swan names
Don’t want to be gender-specific? Explore our collection of gender-neutral swan names:
- Alex
- Angel
- Bay
- Brook
- Dove
- Haven
- Lake
- Laurel
- Lynn
- Pax
- Ren
- Sage
- Sailor
- Sam
- Sasha
- Scout
- Shannon
- Sidney
- Sky
- Tahoe
- Valentine
- Wade
- Whitney
Famous swan names
There are not many famous swans. With some exploring, I came across these fictional swan characters:
| Swanna (スワンナ) | A swan-like Pokémon. |
| The Six Swans | A fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. A princess saves her six brothers, who have been turned into swans. |
| The Ugly Duckling | Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale about a cygnet born into a flock of ducks. He gets bullied for being ugly but grows into a beautiful swan. |
| The Wild Swans | Andersen’s fairy tale. A princess saves her 11 brothers, who were turned into swans. That’s basically the same plot as in The Six Swans, right? |
Swan lake swan names
Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake is one of the most famous ballets ever. The story is about a beautiful princess Odette and a prince Siegfried who falls in love with her.
An evil sorcerer, Baron Von Rothbar, has turned the princess and her maidens into swans. They only return to their human form at night.
| Odette | The White Swan/Swan Princess. |
| Odile | The Black Swan. Baron Von Rothbar’s daughter. Disguises herself as Odette to trick the prince into falling in love with her instead of the actual Odette. |
Cute baby swan names
Like most baby birds, cygnets are adorable little fluffballs! Here are some cute name ideas for baby swans:
- Birdie
- Bubbles
- Budgie
- Chip
- Cupid
- Cutie
- Feathers
- Fluffy
- Melody
- Muffin
- Nessie
- Nova
- Pearl
- Pidgeon
- Puffy
- Sparkle
- Star
- Sunny
White swan names
Most swan species are known for their white feathers. Here are some beautiful names for your snow white bird:
| Alba | ”White” (Latin) |
| Blanc | ”White” (French) |
| Blanca | ”White” (Spanish). A female name. |
| Blanche | ”White” (French) |
| Blanco | ”White” (Spanish). A male option. |
| Caspian | A boy’s name that means ”white”. |
| Danala | A Hebrew female name that means “white swan”. |
| Delwyn | ”White and pretty” (Welsh) |
| Eira | ”Snow” (Welsh) |
| Fenella | A Celtic female name. It means ”white-shouldered one”. |
| Galatea | ”White as milk” (Greek) |
| Gavin | ”White hawk” (Scottish) |
| Guinevere | A Welsh girl’s name that means ”white angel”. |
| Gwen | ”White” (Welsh) |
| Lumi | ”Snow” (Finnish) |
| Luna | ”Moon” (Latin). A female name. |
| Pearl | |
| Selena | A Greek girl’s name that means ”moon”. |
| Sherlock | ”Fair-haired” (English) |
| Snow | |
| Vanilla | |
| Whitney | ”White island” (English) |
| Wynn | ”White” (Welsh) |
| Yuki | ”Snow” (Japanese) |
Black swan names
The black swan is a swan species with stunning black feathers. Consider these monikers for your dark beauty:
| Batman | |
| Blackwell | |
| Corbin | ”Crow” (Latin origin) |
| Darcy | ”The dark one” (French origin) |
| Darkfeather | |
| Douglas | ”Dark stream” (Scottish) |
| Ebony | |
| Jett | ”Jet black” |
| Lilith | ”Night monster” (Assyrian) |
| Maroochy | An Aboriginal Australian female name that means “black swan”. |
| Midnight | |
| Mocha |
| Mystique | |
| Nightwing | |
| Noir | ”Black” (French) |
| Onyx | ”Black gemstone” (English) |
| Orpheus | A boy’s name of Greek origin. It means ”darkness of the night”. |
| Raven | |
| Shadow | |
| Skadi | ”Shadow” (Old Norse) |
| Sullivan | ”Black eyes” (Irish origin) |
| Thames | ”Dark river” (English) |
| Twilight | |
| Zilla | A girl’s name of Hebrew origin. It means ”shadow”. |
Funny swan names
Want to let loose when naming your birds? Try these funny and punny swan names!
- Angry Bird
- Cob Web
- James Pond
- Paddles
- Swan Helsing
- Swanilla Ice
- Swanimal
- Swan Solo
- Swantastic
- Swantom Menace
- Swantum Physics
- Vincent swan Gogh
- Waddles
Swan pair names
Swans mate for life, so they’re associated with loyalty and partnership. Romantic and graceful names are fit for these beautiful white birds.
If you live near a lake, you may encounter a swan couple swimming side by side. Here are some swan pair names for your lovebirds:
- Blanc and Blanche
- Bonnie and Clyde
- Cupid and Eros
- Dove and Pigeon
- Duke and Duchess
- Fairy and Pixie
- Finn and Fiona
- Flora and Florian
- Han and Leia
- Odette and Odile
- Prince and Princess
- Romeo and Juliet
- Sky and Cloud
- Stefan and Stephanie
- Wagner and Wanda
- Yves and Yvette
Swan FAQ
What is a female swan called?
An adult female swan is called a pen.
What do you call a male swan?
An adult male swan is called a cob.
What is a baby swan called?
A baby swan is called a cygnet. Swangling is another term for a young swan.
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