Exotic Pet Names That Start With 'M' By Lianne McLeod, DVM Lianne McLeod, DVM Lianne McLeod, DVM, is a small animal and exotic pet expert with over a decade of experience writing about veterinary care. After caring for animals in her veterinarian practice, Lianne went on to study biology and research water quality and chronic disease at the University of Saskatchewan. Learn more about The Spruce Pets' Editorial Process Updated on 09/04/25 Credit: Avel Shah / EyeEm / Getty Images People have varying definitions of what qualifies as an exotic pet. Generally, exotic pets are any animals that aren't dogs, cats, or typical farm animals. As a new caretaker of an exotic pet, choosing the perfect name can be challenging. Some opt for names based on appearance, like Marshmallow for a white pet rabbit, while others choose names related to the species, such as Mickey or Minnie for a pet mouse. If you’re searching for an exotic pet name starting with 'M', explore these marvelous options. 10 Best Exotic Pets for Small Spaces Top Exotic Pet Names MaisyMarleyMarshmallowMascotMickeyMidgeMidnightMiloMinnieMischiefMochaMonsterMontyMunchkinMuppet Tips for Naming Your Exotic Pet Exotic pets have varying lifespans depending on the species. For instance, some small rodents and fish live only a few years, while snakes, parrots, and tortoises can live for decades. Take the time to choose a name you will be happy with throughout your pet’s lifespan. Not all animals learn or respond to their names. However, changing a pet’s name can be inconvenient, especially if it’s already recorded in vet records and other documents. An important factor in selecting a pet’s name is choosing one you'll feel comfortable sharing for years. While it might seem fun to pick a risqué or offbeat name, consider whether you might feel self-conscious when it's called in a vet’s waiting room. If so, opt for a different name. Besides appearance and species traits, many people name their pets based on personality. Observe your pet as it settles into its new home; it might be quite calm, making Mellow a suitable name, or tend to get into trouble, inspiring the name Mischief. You might also be looking for a name starting with a specific letter. Should You Keep a Prairie Dog as a Pet? M Exotic Pet Names M&MMabelMacMacaroniMacintoshMacyMaddieMaeMaestroMagentaMaggieMagicMagnoliaMagooMahiMaiaMaisyMajorMalibuMaloneMamaMangoMapleMarbleMarcoMargotMarigoldMarleyMarsMarshallMarshmallowMarvinMary JaneMascotMatildaMatrixMauiMaverickMaxMaxineMeadowMeatballMeekoMelMellowMelodyMercedesMeringueMerlinMerryMiaMickeyMidasMidgeMidnightMightyMikeMileyMillieMiloMimiMinervaMinnieMintMischiefMissyMisterMistyMittensMJMoanaMochaMochiMoeMohawkMojoMollyMonkeyMonroeMonsterMontyMoonMorrisMorselMortyMosquitoMotleyMouseMowgliMoxieMozartMozzarellaMudgeMufasaMuffinMunchkinMuppetMurphyMuseMystic More Exotic Pet Name Ideas For more exotic pet name ideas, check out: Exotic Pet Names That Start With 'L' Exotic Pet Names That Start With 'N' and 'O' Exotic Pet Names That Start With 'P' Explore more: Small Pets Exotic Pets Exotic Pet Names