How to Pick the Perfect Snapchat Name and Username
Snapchat has become one of the most popular social media apps, with over 363 million daily active users worldwide as of 2022. One of the first things you need to do when creating a Snapchat account is pick a display name and username that represents you. Your Snapchat name is what shows up on your friends‘ chats and stories, while your username is how people can search for and add you. Coming up with good Snapchat name ideas isn‘t always easy, but this guide will give you tips, ideas and examples of the best Snapchat names for guys and girls in 2024 and beyond.
What makes a good Snapchat name? The key is picking something that reflects your personality, interests and style. You want a name that‘s creative, memorable and not already taken by someone else. Including your real name or initials is a popular choice, as it helps friends find you more easily. You can play around with spelling, capitalization, and adding extra words, numbers or emojis to make it unique.
When brainstorming username ideas, it helps to jot down a list of your hobbies, favorite things, jokes or catchphrases you like. Are you into a certain aesthetic like cottagecore or Y2K fashion? Do you stan any celebrities or TV shows? What positive traits would you use to describe yourself? Highlighting these in your Snapchat name is a great way to express yourself.
Another approach is using a Snapchat name generator for random word combinations, or getting opinions from friends and followers on other social media. Some popular username formulas include:
• The Adjective Noun (e.g. SillyGoose, CuriousCat, HappyHippo)
• The Noun-Verb (e.g. DancingQueen, CoffeeAddict, StarGazer)
• The Pun (e.g. GoodVibesOnly, DOnut Worry, Oh Snap!)
• The Rap Name (e.g. Lil‘ Bit, Young Money, Big Mood)
• The Rhyme (e.g. Cutie Pie, Sassy Lassie, Rory Stori)
Of course, you want to avoid anything inappropriate, embarrassing or offensive that could come back to haunt you. Keep in mind that unlike your Snapchat display name which you can change at any time, your username is permanent. Also consider capitalizing each word for better readability, and using underscores or periods instead of spaces.
Now let‘s look at some examples of good Snapchat names for guys, girls, best friends, couples and more to inspire you!
Aesthetic Snapchat Names
• ✧ angel baby ✧
• dreamy vibes ☽
• aries babe
• pretty.in.pink
• whisper_of_sage
• blushing•beauty
• ocean_eyes97
• IttyBitty
• ꕤ louie ꕤ
• willow whispers
• stargirl ੈ✩
• .honey & smoke.
• succulence ❁
Funny Snapchat Names
• StraightOuttaNaps
• ElonMuskrat
• DudeManBroGuy
• IAmSpeedKermit
• CatastrophicFart
• SirEatsALot
• NoobMaster69
• iTouchedGrass
• OliveLoafBreadwinner
• SquirrelWhiskers
• SnacksOnSnacks
• CaptainTinderHookup
Cute Snapchat Names
• pocketful of sunshine
• cookie crumble
• baby bird ʚĭɞ
• boo bear
• fairy friend
• kittycuddles
• lil cutie pie
• honeybutton
• button nose
• lilpeachyqueen
• cinnamon sweet
• cotton candy kisses
Best Friend Snapchat Names
• Bonnie & Clyde
• Peter Pan & Tinker Bell
• French Fries & Ketchup
• Buzz & Woody
• Beavis & Butthead
• Luke & Leia
• Wayne & Garth
• Cookies & Cream
• Shaggy & Scooby
• Mermaid & Starfish
• Sunshine & Rainbows
• Yin & Yang
As you can see, the options for what to name yourself on Snapchat are endless. The most important thing is picking something true to you that won‘t make you cringe a year from now. Don‘t be afraid to try out a few different names until you find the perfect fit.
How to change your Snapchat name
So you‘ve settled on the best Snapchat username – but what if you want to change your display name? Luckily it‘s a quick and easy process:
- Open the Snapchat app and tap your profile icon in the top left corner.
- Tap the gear icon to go to Settings.
- Scroll down and select "Name" under the "My Account" section.
- Delete your old name and type in your new name.
- Tap "Save" and you‘re all set!
You can change your Snapchat display name as often as you‘d like. However, you‘re stuck with your username forever, so be extra sure about it before confirming.
2023/2024 Snapchat Name Trends
Now that you know the basics of what goes into an iconic Snapchat name, let‘s talk about some of the hottest username trends popping off in 2024 and beyond.
Y2K and 90s nostalgia is still going strong, so think about incorporating retro phrases, songs, celebrities or brands that give you the warm and fuzzies. Juicy Couture tracksuits, flip phones, Bratz dolls, MySpace, The Cheetah Girls – if it feels like a cultural touchstone of your childhood, it‘s fair game. For example: HitMeBabyOneMoreTime, JanSportFanatic, or FrostedTipDrip.
Randomized names are also having a moment, especially ones generated by AI or combined with emojis and special characters. The more absurd and chaotic, the better. Think along the lines of 🎀 𝔭𝔢𝔞𝔠𝔥𝔶𝔭𝔯𝔦𝔫𝔠𝔢𝔰𝔰〜 or xX_Bl00berryR0ck3t_Xx.
For the astrologically-inclined, nothing says main character energy like putting your sun, moon and rising sign in your bio. Or if you‘re really into Myers-Briggs, enneagrams, or any other personality typing system, try alluding to it with your name. Some examples include "enfp thot", "entj gatekeep", "cancer sun, scorpio moon" or simply "type 4".
Lastly, do yourself a favor and scroll through your "For You Page" on TikTok for a masterclass in internet microcelebrity names. You‘ll see a lot of versions of popular phrases like "it‘s giving", "material gworl", "vibe check", "slay", "the urge to", "gaslight, gatekeep, girlboss", and more. And don‘t be surprised if you see people referring to themselves as "unhinged", "feral", "father", or "mother" too.
Snapchat Name Ideas & Inspiration
To wrap things up, here‘s a list of 99 cool and creative Snapchat names to get your brainstorming juices flowing:
GoldenHour
cloud9cutie
2good4u
peachykeen
PixieDust
DaydreamBeliever
MoonlightBae
CinnamonSwirl
meltyHearty
PastelGrunge
CandyFloss
SunnyBunny
RoseGoldGoddess
MidnightSnack
LavenderHaze
SparkleHeart
PlumPretty
TieDyeVibes
StarryEyedGirl
SugarPlumBum
TwinkleToes
ButterMochi
Purrfectly
RadiantBeam
celestial.being
DewDropKisses
CoralCrush
velvetskyy
AquamarineJellyBean
IridescentDreams
BlossomBabe
SapphireSoul
BlissfulBee
CrystalGleam
OrchidFairy
Cherub.Cheeks
BlushBaby
MarshmallowPuff
SerenityMist
moonchildempath
ElfinInk
pixieprincess
StrawberrySmoothie
vanillamoonbeam
WickedSmarts
MermaidTears
stargirlnextdoor
FairyFloss
honeyglazed
etheral & ephemeral
RainbowTaffy
SerendipitySmiles
charmed4life
CottonCandyClouds
stardust sprinkles
soulshinelove
SunshineLollipop
moonbeambebe
PearlEssence
maraschino cherry
SatinDoll
FizzleSwizzle
cinnamon.swirl
dippindots_dreams
ElectricLemonade
confetticutie
wildflowerheart
PuddingPop
plumfairy
starburstdaydreams
TuttiFruitiCutie
BubbleGumDaze
lil jellybean
PinkLemonadeKisses
NectarineNymph
gumdropgirl
pineappleprincess
blissedoutbabe
GlitterBomb
sugarrushgal
RadicalRainbows
fizzyfairydust
PlushBerry
BubbleBathBaby
Drizzlebeam
SorbetSweetie
neonlollipops
JellybeanDream
SprinkleSparkle
PuddleJumper
LicoriceTwist
CottonCandySkies
gossamer_wings
GummiBearHugs
angelbabydust
TwinklingTiara
featherlite
_pocketful_ofstarz
•.¸♡ 𝔰𝔴𝔢𝔢𝔱 𝔞𝔰 𝔥𝔬𝔫𝔢𝔶 ♡¸.•
In conclusion, your Snapchat name is a fun opportunity to show off your personality and connect with friends. Don‘t be afraid to get creative, take inspiration from your favorite things, and try out a few options before settling on the best username for you. Happy snapping!
