40 Pet Names That Mean Fast, Swift, or Speedy
Got a pet that zooms from room to room? These names are perfect for high-energy, quick-footed companions.
1. Literal Speed Names ⚡
Directly inspired by speed and quickness:
Dash — To move quickly and energetically
Bolt — Lightning-fast, sudden movement
Zoom — To move rapidly, often with a buzzing sound
Jet — Fast, sleek, and powerful
Racer — One who competes in speed, always first
Sprint — Short, fast burst of speed
Blitz — Sudden, energetic rush
Flash — Quick as a flash of light
Fleet — Swift, nimble, and light on their feet
Swift — Moving with great speed
2. Myth & Legend 🚀
Names from mythology and legendary speedsters:
Mercury — Roman messenger god, known for speed
Hermes — Greek god of speed and travel
Atalanta — Swift-footed Greek huntress
Quicksilver — Marvel speedster, also means fast-moving
Apollo — Greek god, often associated with the sun and swift movement
Zephyr — Greek god of the west wind, gentle and fast
Nike — Greek goddess of victory, fast and triumphant
Janus — Roman god of transitions, quick to change
Iris — Greek messenger goddess, swift as a rainbow
Aurora — Roman goddess of dawn, brings the new day quickly
3. Vehicle & Machine Inspired 🏎️
Names inspired by things built for speed:
Turbo — High-powered, fast acceleration
Rocket — Shoots through the sky at high speed
Nitro — Nitrous oxide, used for speed boosts
Sonic — Faster than the speed of sound
Tesla — Electric, innovative, and fast
Viper — Fast sports car, also a quick-moving snake
Jaguar — Luxury car brand, also a fast animal
Porsche — Famous for speed and style
Ferrari — Iconic Italian sports car, built for speed
Bullet — Moves at incredible speed, hard to catch
4. Light & Wind Motifs 💨
Names inspired by the elements of light and wind:
Breeze — Gentle, fast-moving air
Cyclone — Powerful, fast-spinning wind
Flash — Quick burst of light, fast and bright
Comet — Celestial body that streaks across the sky
Gust — Sudden, strong rush of wind
Ray — Beam of light, quick and direct
Storm — Fast-moving, powerful weather
Twister — Spinning windstorm, fast and wild
Lightning — Nature’s fastest force
Streak — Moves so fast, only a blur remains
Breed Match
These names are ideal for greyhounds, whippets, terriers—or any pet that never stops moving.
