How to Name Your Tricycle: 25+ Fun Adult Tricycle Names!

For a lot of adult tricycle owners, something unique and quite affectionate starts to happen after they have spent time using their vehicles: it stops feeling like “just a bike” and starts feeling more like a companion.

To be fair, this is to be expected. For elderly riders especially, their tricycles become everything:  carry groceries, take them on long rides, get them up hills when their legs don’t feel like it. It shows up for you every time you want to get outside.
So… the question is: why not give it a name?

Best Tricycle Names (From Mythology, Movies, History, and More)

Tricycle Names from Mythology (Greek and Roman)

Odysseus: A long-serving trike that’s resilient, reliable, and always ready for another long journey.

Hercules: A trike that conquers hills, carries heavy loads, and does feats that seem almost impossible.

• Athena: A smart, dependable trike that always feels composed and capable.
  
• Apollo: A beautiful, elegant trike that glides smoothly and turns heads.
  
• Atlas: A trike that carries everything, groceries, gear, and more, without complaint.
  
• Hermes: A fast, nimble trike that feels light, efficient, and always ready to go.
  

If you love epic stories, heroic journeys, and timeless characters, mythology is a perfect source of strong, meaningful tricycle names. 

Consider these names for some of the newer models, like the FC1 Folding Electric Tricycle, which is powerful in performance ( especially on hills), reliable (has a Samsung Battery), and comes in a design that gives it a bit of a legendary look.

2. Best Tricycle Names From Movie and TV Characters

Khaleesi (Daenerys Targaryen, Game of Thrones): A trike that’s as impressive and beautiful as it is powerful.

• Harvey (Harvey Specter, Suits): A tricycle that always performs flawlessly and makes everything look easy.
  
• Rocky (Rocky Balboa): Not the fastest, not the fanciest, but incredibly tough and never gives up.
  
• Indy (Indiana Jones): A trike built for adventure, exploration, and slightly questionable roads.
  
• Trinity (The Matrix): Sleek, efficient, and quietly powerful.
  
• Yoda (Star Wars): Maybe not big, but incredibly capable and wise.
  

Consider naming your trike after a movie or TV character if it brings you joy, a sense of adventure, or matches your trike’s “personality.”

3. Best Tricycle Names From Literature Characters

Gandalf: An “old-soul trike” that’s wise, dependable, and always gets you where you need to go.

• Sherlock: A clever, precise trike that always feels sharp and efficient.
  
• Don Quixote: Perfect for a trike that goes on slightly ridiculous but very joyful adventures.
  
• Huckleberry: A trike made for wandering, exploring, and casual freedom.
  
• Elizabeth (Bennet): Elegant, smart, and full of character.
  
• Moby: Great for a big, heavy-duty trike that’s impossible to ignore.
  
• If you’re a book lover, naming your trike after a literary character can give it a more classic or poetic feel. 
  

The small size of a Viribus 16-inch Folding Tricycle makes it an ideal character for a movie-inspired name. It is nimble, little, but comes with a double-seat and a pet-friendly design that gives it a unique look when folded.

4. Best Tricycle Names From Historical Figures

• Napoleon: A small but surprisingly powerful trike.
  
• Cleopatra: A trike that’s elegant, eye-catching, and commands attention.
  
• Caesar: A confident, authoritative trike that just feels important.
  
• Amelia (Earhart): Perfect for a trike that represents freedom and exploration.
  
• Lincoln: A steady, honest, no-nonsense trike that always shows up.
  
• Einstein: A smart, efficient trike that just feels clever.
  

5. Tricycle Names Based on Appearance

Sometimes the best name comes from simply looking at your trike. If your trike has a certain color, size, or vibe, names like these can be perfect:

• Big Bertha: For a large, heavy-duty cargo trike.
  
• Shadow: For a black or very quiet, smooth-riding trike.
  
• Snowflake: For a white or light-colored trike.
  
• Tank: For a trike that feels indestructible.
  
• Buttercup: For a cheerful, friendly-looking trike.
  
• Red Rocket: For a fast or bright red trike.
  

“Snowflake” would be an ideal name for the VB1 City Adult Tricycle with Dual Baskets, which comes in a mix of sky blue and white colors. Featuring a low-step frame, powerful breaks and the latest technology, it is designed for scenic rides and is a huge favorite for the ladies!

6. Tricycle Names Based on Personal Relationship 

• Old Faithful: Always ready, always reliable.
  
• The Mule: Carries everything, never complains.
  
• Sunday: For a trike that represents relaxation and joy.
  
• Buddy: Simple, friendly, and always there.
  
• Freedom: For a trike that got you riding again or changed your lifestyle.
  
• Lucky: Because it just feels good to have it.
  

Some people prefer names that reflect how their trike fits into their life, rather than how it looks or performs.

 7. Tricycle Names Based on Its Role or Job

• Hauler: For a cargo-focused trike.
  
• Commuter: Your daily ride to work or errands.
  
• Explorer: For trail rides and long adventures.
  
• Sherpa: Carries everything everywhere.
  
• Ranger: Perfect for park paths, campgrounds, and outdoor trips.
  
• Nomad: For a trike that’s always on the move.
  

If your trike has a specific purpose, you can name it after what it does best. With a 750W (peak) motor that reaches a top speed of 20MPH,  thick 20x3'' tires, and a spacious 110lb capacity rear basket, the  SC5 Fat Tire Electric Bike has been called “Ranger”. It is excellent for tackling challenging roads and exploring the outdoors.

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Name for Your Trike

If none of the names above instantly click, don’t worry. Naming your trike doesn’t have to be complicated, but a few simple guidelines can help you land on a name that actually sticks.

1. Think about what role your trike plays in your life

Is it your daily errand runner? Your weekend adventure machine? Your camping companion? A workhorse cargo hauler? A fun cruiser? Names like Sherpa, Explorer, Old Faithful, or The Mule come naturally when you think about what the trike actually does for you.

2. Consider the Trike's "Personality."

Some trikes feel fast and sporty. Others feel calm, stable, and comforting. Some feel tough and unstoppable. If your trike were a character in a story, what would it be like? Tough names, elegant names, playful names, or heroic names all come from this line of thinking.

3. Let its appearance inspire you

Color, size, and shape are often the easiest places to start. Big, sturdy trike? Maybe Tank or Bertha. Sleek black trike? Maybe Shadow. Bright and cheerful? Maybe Sunshine or Buttercup.

4. Keep it easy to say

The best tricycle names are the ones you’ll actually use. If it’s awkward, too long, or hard to pronounce, you probably won’t stick with it. Simple names tend to become more natural and more fun to say over time.

5. Don’t overthink it

Sometimes the right name just shows up after a few rides. You might catch yourself calling it something without planning to, and that’s usually the winner. There’s no wrong answer here. If it makes you smile, it’s a good name.

6. Remember: you can always change it

Just like nicknames, trike names can evolve. What starts as “The Beast” might turn into “Buddy” after a few hundred miles together.
In the end, naming your trike should feel fun, not stressful. When the name fits, you’ll know.

Final Thoughts: Why Naming Your Tricycle Is a Great Idea

Naming your tricycle makes it feel more personal, more fun, and more yours. It's a fantastic way to turn a practical machine into something with character and identity. There’s also something surprisingly motivating about it. 
According to some Viribus customers, when your trike has a name, you’re more likely to take better care of it, ride it more often, talk about it with pride, and feel emotionally attached to it
And honestly? It just makes riding more fun. Saying “I’m taking Athena out for a ride” or “Time to load up Big Bertha for a grocery run” feels a lot better than “I’m taking the trike.”

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