Premiering in 1999,[1] “SpongeBob SquarePants” is one of the most well-known and beloved animated TV shows ever made.
The series is famous worldwide, ranking 18th among the most in-demand shows globally in 2021.[2]
Like many animated programs, “SpongeBob SquarePants” isn’t just popular among kids. Estimates show that around 25% of the show’s fans are adults without children.[3]
It has even spawned several successful films, a variety of popular merchandise like clothing, dozens of video games, and a Broadway musical![2]
SpongeBob-inspired team names can be a fun and nostalgic way to make people laugh. We have more than 80 options to choose from below, plus tips to help you create your own name ideas!
The Hash Slinging Slashers[4]
The Chum Bucket[4]
Handsome Squidwards[4]
Plankton and the Patty Stealers
Krusty Krew
Boys Who Cry
The Krabby Patties
Plankton's Interns
The Jellyspotters
Bikini Bottom Bad Boys
Ugly & Proud
inspired by SpongeBob’s quote, “I’m ugly and I’m proud!”
T.U.O.O.F.A.T.T.A.F.A.D.
short for “The United Organization of Fish Against Things That Are Fun and Delicious”
Squids On Strike
Bubble Buddies
Naughty Nautical Neighbors
The Ugly Barnacles
inspired by Patrick Star’s quote, “Once upon a time there was an ugly barnacle […]”
Bikini Bottom Super Band
Bikini Bottom Symphony Orchestra
Employees of the Month
F is for Friends
from “F is for friends who do stuff together […]”
The Bad Guy Club for Villains
Mini DoodleBobs
Bikini Bottom Barnacles
SquidBob TentaclePants
Three Hours Later
Mid-Life Crustaceans
Team Sleepy Time
Squidward and the Unfriendly Ghosts
Plankton's Army
Milkshake Academy Cadets
International Justice League of Super Acquaintances
Mermaid Men and Barnacle Boys
APARP
named after the show’s Acting Players of Atlantis Regional Partnership, an Atlantean theater troop
The Sea Stars
Goofy Scoopers
League of Cheapskate Crabs
Lighthouse Louie's Babies
Stingray 5000
Imitation Krabs
Empty Head Society
The Mayonnaise Instruments
inspired by Patrick Star’s quote, “Is mayonnaise an instrument?”
Born Again Krabs
The Smelly Smells That Smell Smelly
inspired by a Mr. Krabs quote
Aquatic Adventurers
The Squirrel Jokes
Holographic Meatloaf
inspired by a Plankton quote
The Flying Sponges
inspired by the episode “The Sponge Who Could Fly”
Plankton's Cellmates
Patrick's Stars
Home Sweet Pineapple
Spy Buddies
No Weenies Allowed
Neptune's Spatulas
The Jelly Buzz-Saws
Chimps Ahoy
Dunces and Dragons
Greasy Buffoons
Pests of the West
Kracked Krabs
World's Greatest Fry Cooks
inspired by a Mr. Krabs quote
C.H.U.M.S.
Team Chum Bucket Supreme
Model Sponges
Ghoul Fools
Squidtastic Voyagers
inspired by the episode “Squidtastic Voyage”
Teenage Garys
Tall, Tan, and Handsome[4]
Claire St. Claire and the Low Tides
Karate Choppers
I Wumbo, You Wumbo, We Wumbo
inspired by a Patrick Star quote
Chocolate-Eating Scallops
MuscleBob BuffPants
The Anchovies
The Na. Chos.
inspired by Patrick Star’s quote, “Two words, SpongeBob. Na. Chos.”
Ravioli Formuoli
inspired by the quote, “Ravioli, ravioli. Give me the formuoli.”
Atlantean Citizens
Gold Team Rules!
The Jewel Triplets Gang
Sweetie Scouts
Fine Dining & Breathing
inspired by SpongeBob’s quote, “All I know is fine dining and breathing.”
Secret Royal Order of the Good Neighbor Lodge
Karate Island's Best Fighters
Ned and the Needlefish
The Sea Bears
One Coarse Meal
Beach Band
The Spongemen
Sandy Cheeks
AquaDaubers
reference to voice actor Bill Fagerbakke’s nickname for Patrick Star[1]
How to Create Your Own “SpongeBob SquarePants” Team Names
Use the following tips to create your own “SpongeBob SquarePants” team names:
- Get inspiration from your favorite character. From our main characters, SpongeBob and Patrick Star, to quirky side-characters like Mr. Krabs, Mrs. Puff, and Larry the Lobster, you can use your favorite character to generate a team name. For example, if you love Patrick Star, you can choose something like “Patrick’s Stars,” “The Sea Stars,” or “AquaDaubers.”
- Make use of iconic quotes and scenes from the show. You have over 10 seasons of material to call upon here! Re-watch your favorite episodes or look up compilations of funny moments to find quotes or scenes you can use. Two examples from our list are “F is for Friends” and “Ugly & Proud,” both inspired by quotes from SpongeBob himself!
- Go for an “under the sea” theme. Even someone who hasn’t seen “SpongeBob SquarePants” can probably tell you that he lives in a pineapple under the sea. Get inspiration from SpongeBob’s environment for your team name, choosing a particular sea creature or one of Bikini Bottom’s defining features as a team name.