Giving your robot a name is more than just fun – it creates a sense of personality and helps distinguish your creation. Whether you're building a helpful household bot or a competitive fighting machine, a great name can make all the difference. Let's dive into 25 robot name ideas and some tips on how to pick the perfect one!

Name Categories with Examples

1. Classic Tech:

   • Chip: Simple and timeless, hinting at computer chips.
   • Bolt: Suggests strength and mechanical parts.
   • Gizmo: Fun and playful for a multi-purpose robot.
   • HAL: A tribute to the iconic (though slightly menacing) computer from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
   • R2: Inspired by the lovable droid R2-D2 from Star Wars.

2. Acronyms:

   • ATLAS: (Agile Tactical Logistics and Exploration System) - Suggests advanced capabilities
   • NAVI (Navigational Assistance Vehicle Interface) - Ideal for guiding robots.
   • MEDBOT (Medical Droid Bot) - Clearly communicates its function.

3. Functional Titles:

   • Spot: Inspired by Boston Dynamics' quadrupedal robot.
   • Lifter: Describes the robot's primary purpose.
   • Rover: For robots that explore and navigate.
   • Sorter: For robots skilled in organizing.
   • Guardian: A protective name for security robots.

4. Mythological Inspiration:

   • Athena: Greek goddess of wisdom and strategy.
   • Hephaestus: Greek god of craftsmanship and invention.
   • Vulcan: Roman god of fire and metalworking.

5. Personality Traits:

   • Sparky: For a robot full of energy.
   • Rusty: A quirky, perhaps ironic name for a shiny new robot.
   • Nova: Meaning 'new', ideal for a cutting-edge robot.
   • Whizz: Suggests speed and agility.
   • Shadow: For a stealthy robot.

Tips for Choosing a Robot Name

• Consider its function: Is it a cleaning robot, a combat robot, or something else?
• Reflect personality: Does your robot have a quirky, serious, or helpful demeanor?
• Memorability: A short and catchy name is easier to remember.
• Check for Duplicates: Make sure the name isn't already widely used for another robot.

References

• MakeBlock: Robot Name Ideas | 7 Ways of Naming a Robot: https://www.makeblock.com/blogs/ideas/robot-name-ideas-7-ways-of-naming-a-robot
• NameRobot: Robot Names - Naming Robots and Androids: https://www.namerobot.com/All-about-naming/All-about-names/Robot-names-androids

Let your creativity flow, and don't be afraid to have fun choosing a name that perfectly suits your robot!