Best Nicknames for Black Cars [Most Popular & Funny]

Geoff Cudd

You finally found your perfect match: a sleek, black car. You signed the papers, you have the title, now comes the most important part: selecting a name for your new best friend.

Here are the best names to choose for your new car.

How Popular Are Black Cars?

According to recent surveys, approximately 20% of all cars are black (followed by gray cars at 18.4%).

This is one of the most popular car colors due to its sleek, classic look and versatility in terms of matching with other colors.

Most Popular Names for Black Cars

The most popular names for black cars are:

• Phantom
• Shadow
• Stealth
• Eclipse
• Noir
• Onyx
• Panther
• Mystery
• Obsidian
• Jet

Boy Car Names for Black Cars

A few masculine black car names include:

• Raven
• Panther
• Crow
• Charcoal
• Black Stallion
• Onyx
• Obsidian
• Dark Knight
• Noir
• Eclipse

Girl Car Names for Black Cars

If you’re looking for something more feminine, check out these names for your black car:

• Raven Rhapsody
• Shadow Chic
• Noir Princess
• Onyx Obsession
• Eclipse Elegance
• Panther Posh
• Jet Jewel
• Night Nymph
• Obsidian Orchid
• Coal Cutie

Gender-Neutral Names for Black Cars

Looking for something more ambiguous? Try one of these gender-neutral car names for black cars:

• Shadow
• Onyx
• Noir
• Eclipse
• Raven
• Pitch
• Jet
• Obsidian
• Coal
• Knight

Funny Names for Black Cars

If you have a good sense of humor, try one of these funny names for a black car:

• Inkwell
• Shadowfax
• Mr. Midnight
• Coal Miner
• The Phantom Menace
• The Black Pearl
• Darth Vader
• Onyx the Off-Roader
• Obsidian Odyssey
• Shadow Schlepper

Black Sports Car Names

Try one of these for a sporty name that will fit your new black car.

• Shadow Racer
• Eclipse GT
• Onyx GT
• Panther Pro
• Jet Stream
• Black Lightning
• Noir Nova
• Obsidian R
• Night Fury
• Coal Cruiser

What Should You Name a Black Car?

What you should name your black car depends on what type of person you are, what kind of car you’re driving, and how unique you want your car name to be.

Some popular names include Phantom, Shadow, Stealth, and Noir. Boy car names include animal-themed ones like Raven and Panther, while feminine black car names include playful names like Coal Cutie and Night Nymph.

For a funny car name, consider Mr. Midnight or Darth Vader. If you’re looking for a new name for your black sports car, try something edgier like Black Lightning or Shadow Racer.

How to Name Your Black Car?

To find the perfect name for your black car, you need to draw inspiration from your own personality as well as the look and type of your car.

Personality

Any car name should go along with your personality. After all, it’s your car’s name.

If you’re a bit of a goofball, a funny car name could suit your vehicle well.

Since you’re going to be the one driving it, it’s important that you like your car’s name. Change it if you need to until you find one that fits.

Car Type and Looks

The type and look of the car that you have should also play into your decision.

For instance, a color-related name is always a good choice. Naming a white car “Onyx” may seem like a bit of a mismatch (unless irony is what you’re going for, in which case, it’s a great choice!)

A name like “Old Timer” or “Nostalgia” is appropriate for an Oldsmobile. If you have a sporty new whip, a cool, edgy name might be a better choice.

Favorite Person

Lastly, you could pay homage to one of your favorite people by naming your car after them.

Maybe it’s your mom. Maybe it’s Tom Brady. You could even name your car after a fictional character or mythological creature like “Percy Jackson” or “Mothman.”

Are Black Cars Worth Buying?

Depending on your needs, a black car may or may not be the right choice for you.

While the color option is attractive and intriguing, it is known to show dirt easily and can get very hot in the summer.

If you're a fan of bright colors, here are some ideas on how to name your red car or the best names for blue cars.