40 Popular Hockey Team Names

No matter if a league is competitive, or social, a good hockey team name can make participation more fun. A team name that embodies the players can build morale and create a rallying cry for success. In addition, a mascot that possesses qualities valuable in hockey can also act to motivate players. Unfortunately, choosing hockey team names that check all the boxes can be difficult, so consider these options from four popular categories.

Good Hockey Team Names

Lumberjacks
Cyclones
Mustangs
Timberwolves
Dutchmen
Sea Dogs
Ice Hogs
Wolverines
Huskies
Thundercats

Funny Hockey Team Names

Mid Ice Crisis
Cheapskates
Deutchbags
Busch League
Skateful Dead
No Regretsky's
On Thin Ice
Money Shots
Ice Ice Baby
Freezer Geezers

Cool Hockey Team Names

Thunder
Warlocks
Rampage
Icy Reign
Bearcats
Spartans
Blizzard
Gladiators
Marauders
Renegades

Fantasy Hockey Team Names

Ice-O-Topes
Hanson Brothers
Sharknadoes
Teemu's Salami
Hull and Oates
Hockey Balboa
High Stickers
Penalty Box Heroes
Pine Riders
Iceaholics

Tips for Naming Hockey Teams

Keep It Simple - The best hockey team names are easily understood
Be Brief - Shorter names are easier to remember
Use Geography - Add a local city or neighborhood to show a local allegiance
Pick a Mascot with Valued Characteristics - Think Greyhound, Badger, and Eagle
Check Trademarks - Make sure that the name isn't trademarked by another organization