Funny Doctor Names (70 Hilarious Ideas)
Being a doctor is a very serious business because these medical professionals literally save lives and provide high-quality care for many health conditions. However, that doesn’t mean that doctors have to be grim and serious people. Many are funny individuals with sharp senses of humor who love a good joke. Some may even have names that reflect that great sense of humor. In this article, we’ll examine over 70 hilarious doctor names that we know will bring a smile to your face.
Hilarious But Real Doctor Names
In our research, we found multiple real doctor names that are mostly funny because of their relationship to the doctor’s profession. If that sounds confusing, read below to get an idea of the slightly punny fun we’re about to have with these real names.
Awesome Allergen Doctor Names
We found several quite amusing allergy doctor names that, if you read them aloud, should give you a good chuckle. Just make sure that you don’t end up in a sneezing fit if these names trigger any allergic reactions to puns:
- R. Azmeh of Kalamazoo, Michigan
- K.A. Bloom of Farifield Connecticut
- D.W. Coffman of Nacogdoches, Texas
Crack-Up Cardiologist Names
Here are some cardiologist names from across the world that may get your heart pumping faster with laughter. They’re especially fun when considering each name’s connection to love and relationships, and important love-related holidays:
- C.Y. Hart of Honolulu, Hawaii
- C.W. Hartman of Virginia Beach, Virginia
- D.G. Love of Framingham, Massachusetts
Amusing Anesthesiologist Names
Anesthesiologists are very important professionals who make sure you get through treatments without unnecessary pain. Here are a few laugh-out-loud anesthesiologists’ names that you just know these doctors never hear the end of from their colleagues:
- J.A. Comfort of Sanford, Florida
- M.A. Gasman of Redding California
- R.L. Pulse of Seaside, Oregon
Chuckle-Worthy Chiropractor Names
Chiropractors don’t always get the respect they deserve. These medical professionals can provide real hands-on care for multiple health conditions and minimize your suffering. Thankfully, many also have a good sense of humor about their profession and don’t mind laughing at names like:
- J.C. Aikenhead of Elmhurt, Illinois
- W.L. Popwell of Greenville, South Carolina
- A.W. Wacker of Lancaster, Wisconsin
Other Hilarious Real Doctor Names
Here are several more real and hilarious doctor names:
- R.Y. Chew of Tarzana, California
- M.T. Hurt of Grand Rapids, Michigan
- L.D. Plack of San Francisco, California
- M.L. Paine of Los Angeles, California
- J.P. Rash of Kingsport, Tennessee
- B.A. Skinner of Pensacola, Florida
- D.A. Spott of Clinton, Maryland
- J. Borer of Bangor, Maine
- E.G. Cure of Evansville, Indiana
- C.M Hurt of Concord, California
- V.W. Boddy of Douglasville, Georgia
- L.C. Coffin of Pawtucket, Rhode Island
- B. Sick of Rock Hill, South Carolina
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Funny Doctor Names Based on Fictional or Legendary Characters
If you’re a fan of literature, film, or television, there are many funny doctor names you may enjoy. There are also a few legendary real doctors that may also qualify for this list.
Dr. Crane
Any fans of late 1990s television will immediately get the joke of this name, playing off Fraser Crane’s popularity.
Dr. House
As one of the most popular medical dramas of all time, House is a legendary genius curmudgeon and hilarious.
Dr. Hawkeye or Hunnicut
Though these names are a bit old, MASH is still one of the most popular and acclaimed television shows of all time.
Dr. Watson
The highly intelligent Dr. Watson from the Sherlock Holmes mysteries was no match for his best friend’s genius.
Dr. Howser
Though mostly forgotten these days, Dr. Doogie Howser was a popular television show staring a young Neil Patrick Harris.
Dr. Holmes
This name is funny in a dark way and refers to serial killer Dr. H.H. Holmes. A funny name not for the faint of heart.
Dr. Zoidberg
Animation fans likely know the wild Dr. Zoidberg from the acclaimed “Futurama” television series.
Dr. Grey
Grey’s Anatomy is one of the longest-running medical shows and Dr. Grey is one of the most popular characters ever.
Dr. Spock
This name works on a few levels. One, it could refer to the real-life Dr. Benjamin Spock or the Vulcan Dr. Spock from Star Trek.
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Dr. Hippocrates
Hippocrates is an ancient Greek medical innovator who is responsible for the Hippocratic Oath all doctors follow.
Dr. Freud
Though Dr. Freud is a real life psychiatrist who helped innovate many important ideas. It’s also a hilarious name for a modern doctor.
Dr. Zhivago
This name comes from a classic novel and movie, both of which are widely enjoyed even now, nearly 60 years after their release.
Dr. Kimble
The man-on-the-run Dr. Kimble was continually searching for the one-armed man who murdered his wife in “The Fugitive.”
Dr. McCoy
Star Trek’s “Bones” McCoy is one of the best doctors of all time, particularly for his passion and compassion.
Dr. Lecter
Naming someone after Dr. Hannibal Lecter from the “Silence of the Lambs” series shows a very dark sense of humor indeed.
Dr. Frankenstein
Few doctors have a name as immediately recognizable as this character from the classic Romantic-era novel.
Dr. Jung
Though based on a real-life psychiatrist, this doctor’s name would work well for someone in on the joke.
Dr. Rock
The name Dr. Rock comes from a song by the rock band Ween, which is one of their most amusing and high-energy tracks.
Dr. Giggles
Based on a little-remembered horror movie, this doctor name will get in-the-know film fans laughing.
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Some Slightly Naughty Doctor Names
No matter how old you get, there’s always room for a good dirty joke in your life. Now, we’re not going to get x-rated with our dirty doctor names. Instead, we’re just going to highlight some lightly naughty names that you can read to your teens without being embarrassed.
Dr. Butt
This hilarious name would work perfectly for a gastroenterologist, particularly one who might be a bit of a pain in the you-know-what.
Dr. Kill
Okay, this name falls more into the “dark humor” category, but we love it anyway. It is particularly suitable for an internship with little experience.
Dr. Paine
This name works well for just about any doctor, but we think it’s great for a plastic surgeon doing occasionally unnecessary surgery.
Dr. Beaver
Now, beaver is a funny name in and of itself, but imagine if you walked into your gynecologist’s office for the first time and saw this name on the license. You’d be laughing.
Dr. Weiner
Is this slightly low hanging (no pun intended) fruit? We don’t care. The name Weiner is always funny and people with this name quickly learn to appreciate the humor.
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Dr. Dick
On the same note as the previous name, Dr. Dick is going to be a funny name no matter what kind of medical specialty they work.
Dr. Kant
Now, the worst thing imaginable is going to a doctor and hearing them say that they Kant do anything for you.
Dr. Bone
This name might be a bit too on the nose for an orthopedic surgeon. Or would that be too on the bone? We don’t apologize for any eye-rolling that joke may have caused.
Dr. Bratt
Bratt is a funny name in general but is particularly amusing when applied to anyone who works with children. Ironically, brats are the one thing these doctors hate to see.
Dr. Blood
Frankly, this name is funny for just about any doctor, but is particularly great for surgeons or cardiologists. Too bad we couldn’t find a real Dr. Blood to include earlier.
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Dr. Butcher
Oof, this name is probably a bit too dark for some people. But let’s be honest: anyone who’s gone in for surgery has often wondered if their doctor didn’t do double-duty at a meat market.
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Dr. Ono
Can you imagine if Yoko Ono was a doctor? You might say “oh no” if you saw her walk in the room for just about any treatment, especially psychiatric care.
Dr. Poop
Now, the name poop is always going to get a laugh out of everyone, but imagine if you went into your doctor’s office for a bowel obstruction and their name was Dr. Poop.
Dr. Slaughter
Here’s another dark doctor’s name that is probably mostly funny to people who make jokes at funerals or who think sleeping in a coffin is a good time.
Dr. Grunt
Here’s a name that, like Dr. Poop is just funny no matter what the context. However, it works particularly well for any digestion-related doctors.
Dr. Lie
Here’s a great name for psychologists or any doctor who works with patients who may stretch the truth at times.
Dr. Chop
There’s not much else that you can say about a name like Dr. Chop. It pretty much speaks for itself. You may want to avoid a visit to a doctor with this name. That’s all we’re saying.
Dr. Warning
Now, any time you go in for surgery or medical treatment, there may be a time when you want a warning. A doctor with this name be all the warning that you get.
Dr. Mangler
Is there anyone else reading this list who thinks this should be the title of a horror movie? “The Mangler” is about a killer clothes press. Why not a slasher about a Dr. Mangler?
Dr. Rush
No doctor should ever be rushing through surgery or, but with their busy schedule, surgeons may wish that they could.
Dr. Grim
Some doctors simply come across as overly serious and may have a grim outlook on life. Or, if you want to be dark, Dr. Grim may work as a play on The Grim Reaper.
Dr. Patient
The joke here is incredibly simple, but sometimes that’s the funniest kind of humor, isn’t it? A doctor who is also a patient is inherently funny.
Dr. Yell
Have you ever been so mad at a doctor that you wanted to yell at them? Then, you might appreciate a humorous name like this one.
Dr. Ow
Here’s another funny doctor’s name that doesn’t really need any explanation. You’re likely to be saying ow any time you go to a doctor, after all.
Dr. Acula
Scrubs fans might remember JD’s story about Doctor Acula. This is one of my favorites!
Wrap up- Funny Doctor Names
Whether they’re real or made up, these names are sure to get a laugh!
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