120 Funny Band Names That’ll Make You Laugh Out Loud Instantly

Funny band names are the secret sauce that can turn a regular group into an unforgettable one—even before you play a single note. Whether you’re launching a comedy music act, jamming with friends, or just want to start an imaginary band to confuse your coworkers, these names will get people talking (and laughing). We’ve rounded up over 120 hilarious options, grouped by theme so you can find the perfect punchline for your next gig—or group chat.

Food-Inspired Band Names

If your group’s vibe is more “midnight snack” than “rockstar legend,” these food-based names are deliciously dumb and perfect for any jam (or jelly).

1. The Guacoholics

2. Spicy Mayo Symphony

3. Meatball After Midnight

4. Nacho Average Band

5. The Broccoli Rebellion

6. Gravyboat 3000

7. Sausage Panic

8. The Rolling Scones

9. Mac & Sleaze

10. Funky Pickle

11. Tofu Tantrum

12. Chili Dogs of Chaos

13. Toasted Marshmellowcore

14. Sloppy Joe & The Buns

15. Bacon Reverb

16. Cereal Killers

17. Pop Tart Patriots

18. The Deep Fried Dreamers

19. Leftover Lasagna

20. The Muffin Men

Animal-Based Band Names

Animal references are funny on their own—especially when your band has no connection to the animal at all. These names are wild, weird, and totally howl-worthy.

1. The Screaming Possums

2. Funky Llamas

3. Cowbell Chickens

4. Giraffe Emergency

5. The Hairless Otters

6. Three Blind Sloths

7. Rabid Pigeons

8. Emotional Support Ferret

9. The Crooning Camels

10. Duck Soup Uprising

11. Disco Platypus

12. Moose on a Moped

13. The Sassy Goats

14. Backup Badgers

15. Kangaroo Karaoke

16. The Couch Toads

17. Alpaca My Drum Kit

18. Singing Skunks

19. Meerkat Mafia

20. Two Turtles and a Tantrum

Parody Names and Pun Bands

Everyone loves a clever twist on a famous band name or a music-related pun. These are perfect for cover bands or anyone who thrives on musical mischief.

1. Rage Against the Washing Machine

2. Red Hot Chili Puppies

3. Blink-1.82% APR

4. Bohemian Rhapsobees

5. Fleetwood Mac & Cheese

6. Lorde of the Strings

7. The Notorious B.E.A.N.

8. AC/Dishwasher

9. Green Beans Day

10. Wu-Tang Flan

11. Weezer? I Hardly Know Her!

12. Adele Dazeem

13. Bruno Mars Bars

14. Elvis Parsley

15. Korn on the Cob

16. NSYNC or Swim

17. Spice Grills

18. Nirvanachos

19. Smells Like Mean Spirit

20. Taylor Swole

Awkward or Cringe Names on Purpose

Sometimes the funniest name is the most uncomfortable. These intentionally bad band names are perfect if your vibe is chaotic, ironic, or proudly untalented.

1. Moist Elbow

2. Toe Jam Poetry

3. Shredded Jeans Regret

4. Awkward Silence

5. Cringe Buffet

6. Dad Bod & the Emotional Baggage

7. Plaid Disaster

8. Kinda Sorta Maybe

9. Soggy Keyboard

10. Unseasoned Drama

11. Third Degree Burnt Toast

12. My Mom Hates This

13. Existential Karaoke

14. The Pantsless Incident

15. Late Rent

16. Mildly Loud

17. Sorry We’re Late

18. Allergy to Rhythm

19. The Beige Explosion

20. Okayest Band Alive

Nerdy, Geeky, and Pop Culture Band Names

For bands that sound like they rehearse in the library or host D&D nights in between shows, these geeky names are full of fandom fun.

1. Ctrl+Alt+Delirious

2. The Java Script Kiddies

3. Sith Happens

4. Gandalf and the Grey Notes

5. Pikachords

6. 404 Not Found

7. Game of Tones

8. The Meme Lords

9. Level 99 Bards

10. WiFi Dropouts

11. Marvelous Misfits

12. Cosplay Casualties

13. USBand

14. Obi-Wan Karaoke

15. Planet of the Capes

16. The Debuggers

17. Portal Punks

18. The Spellcheckers

19. Streaming & Screaming

20. The Socially Distanced Quartet

Country, Redneck, or Farmer Band Names

If your group sounds more like a tractor than a synthesizer, these names are steeped in Southern twang and rural nonsense—banjo optional, denim required.

1. The Haybale Hustle

2. Tractor Choir

3. Cletus & the Corn Dogs

4. PBR and the Pickups

5. The Gravel Driveways

6. Banjo Apocalypse

7. Moonshine Meltdown

8. Soggy Boots Revival

9. The Goat Rodeo

10. Fencepost Funk

11. Crop Duster Blues

12. Billy and the Barncats

13. Porch Swing Parade

14. Gravy Train Wreck

15. Uncle Bubba’s Breakdown

16. Cow Patty Collective

17. Yard Sale Soul

18. The Muddy Jug Band

19. Chicken Wire Symphony

20. Livestock & Roll