As you know, I’m obsessed with all things cycling, so when it comes time to name my trusty two-wheeled steed, I take it very seriously.
I’ve compiled a list of the best giant bike names that are sure to inspire you when trying to come up with the perfect moniker for your own ride.
Get ready for some creative, clever, and downright cool ideas!
Now, I know what you might be thinking – why do bikes even need names?
Can’t I just call it “my bike” and be done with it?
Well, sure you could, but where’s the fun in that?
Naming your bike makes it feel special and personalized.
It’s kind of like naming your car, only better!
When you name your bike, you’re giving it its own unique identity and forging a bond between yourself and your favorite method of transportation.
Some key benefits of naming your bike include:
Being able to easily identify it if stolen, distinguishing it from other similar bikes at group rides or races, and simply having an endearing name to call out encouragement to your bike when tackling tough climbs.
When I was first starting out in cycling, I made the mistake of not naming my bikes.
But after my beloved first road bike was stolen from outside a coffee shop one morning, I realized having a unique name for it would have made trying to recover it a lot easier.
After that, I vowed to never make the same mistake again.
Now all my bikes have creative, one-of-a-kind names that bring a smile to my face each time I swing my leg over to go for a ride.
Big Blue
If you’ve got a large blue bike, then Big Blue is a fun and obvious choice.
It’s simple but effective, easy to remember, and nods to the bike’s size and color.
Seabiscuit
Named after the famous American racehorse, Seabiscuit is a great name for a speedy steed that’s always raring to go.
Whether your bike is fast or not, this energetic name will get you pumped up to ride.
Rosie the Rider
A play on Rosie the Riveter, this name is perfect for a strong and sturdy bike that can handle heavy mileage week after week.
Sir Pedals a Lot
If your bike could talk, you just know it would have a British accent with a distinguished name like Sir Pedals a Lot.
This silly name will make you smile every time.
Bruce Spokessteen
The Boss would approve of this clever bike name that mixes his surname with a bike term. It’s ideal for a bike you just can’t quit pedaling around town.
Pedal to the Metal
When you’re hammering on the pedals and flying down hills, this fast-paced name fits perfectly. It captures a bike’s ability to pick up speed in a flash.
Schwinn Diesel
A powerhouse bike needs a tough, diesel-inspired name like this one. Play on the bike brand or model name for customized flair.
Trail Blazer
If your bike excels on adventurous off-road trails, name it after its ability to blaze new paths. Trail Blazer has a bold, exploratory ring to it.
Quick Silver
The elegant metal paired with the word “quick” nicely describes a fast and agile racing bike. This name will motivate you to ride with haste.
Spidermonkey
Does your bike feel like your second set of limbs, able to scale any terrain? Spidermonkey is a quirky name for a bike with serious climbing skills.
Blue Thunder
When you come zooming by on your blue-colored bike, the thunderous sound in people’s ears makes this electric name a great option.
Speed Racer
Let’s be real, we all pretend we’re professional racers at times. Name your bike after the classic cartoon character and your inner speed racer.
Hill Destroyer
If killer hill climbs are your thing, then your bike deserves the title of Hill Destroyer. This tough name will strike fear in any incline.
Roulette
This Las Vegas-inspired name conjures up visions of spinning wheels and taking chances. It’s eye-catching and mysterious.
Triple Threat
For multisport athletes, Triple Threat captures your bike’s ability to seamlessly transition from swim to bike to run.
Buck
Like a wild stallion ready to buck, this simple one-syllable name packs a lot of punch. Buck plays on your bike’s power and attitude.
California Dreaming
Does cycling make you feel carefree and creative? Name your bike after the classic song lyric for a laidback vibe.
Serenity
We all know riding can be very zen-inducing. Channel that peaceful feeling with a name like Serenity for your calm and collected bike.
Luna
In Roman mythology, Luna is the divine embodiment of the moon. For night riders, Luna beautifully captures your after-dark adventures.
Stingray
Who doesn’t love the sleek and aerodynamic look of a stingray in water? Use it as inspiration for a speedy bike name.
Cadence
Every cyclist strives for a silky smooth pedal cadence. Name your bike for what you aspire your pedal strokes to be like.
Flash
When riding your bike you want to feel fast, agile, and superhero-like. Flash encapsulates all that energetic spirit in one short burst.
Rogue
A bike you just can’t tame? Rogue says it all with its connotation of being unpredictable and wild.
Storm Chaser
If you’re the type that loves being out riding in any weather condition, Storm Chaser honors your adventuresome spirit.
The Hulk
The Hulk is a perfect name for a mountain bike that can shred through any terrain. Just like Bruce Banner’s alter ego, your bike is a green monster truck ready toleave trails smashed in its wake.
With thick tires that pummel rocks, absorb big hits, and traction to climb steep grades, The Hulk will make quick work of the toughest downhill runs.
Big Kahuna
For a bike that commands respect on the roads and rules over the racing scene, Big Kahuna captures its kingpin status. Your powerful racing machine may not be the biggest bike out there, but its superior components make it the head honcho, the one to beat.
Light as a feather yet stiff as can be, your bike is the Big Kahuna that drops the hammer on the competition.
Roscoe
Roscoe summons up images of a cowboy’s loyal horse that transports him across dusty trails. It’s the perfect name for a hardtail mountain bike that can log endless miles on the paths less traveled.
Through mud, rain, and rough terrain, Roscoe the mountain bike won’t quit until the job is done.
Beastie
For a bike with an insatiable appetite for speed and distance, Beastie is a fun creature-inspired name.
Your cyclo-cross racing beast chews up pavement, dirt, grass, or whatever you throw at it in pursuit of new PRs. It relishes hammering up climbs and has a beastly sprint that destroys finish lines.
Blue Streak
When you’re flying down the road at warp speed with the wind whipping through your helmet, Blue Streak captures that sensation of being an absolute blur.
All anyone sees is a dominating flash of blue as you streak ahead of the pack. Your speed machine of a bike makes Blue Streak the ideal moniker.
Raptor
Sleek, predatory, and built for speed, Raptor is the perfect name for an agile road bike that pounces on breakaways and hunts down competitors.
Your featherlight race rig has the dexterity of a bird of prey, swooping through curves and chasing down anything that tries to escape its grasps. Other riders quickly learn that trying to get away from your road bike Raptor is futile.
Rhino
The thick skin and brute force of a rhinoceros makes it the ideal namesake for a burly downhill bike that’s made to take a beating.
Your dual suspension rig rampages down runs, storming through rock gardens, crashing through obstacles, and stampeding past dangers that make lesser bikes cower. Its shield of armor in the front soaks up hits so you can open it up full rhino.
Excalibur
The legendary sword Excalibur conjures visions of noble quests and epic adventures. For a bike you count on to carry you through every journey and challenge the cycling world, Excalibur captures its loyalty and valor.
Your bike is truly a magical weapon, battling the forces of wind, terrain, fatigue, and friction. With Excalibur by your side, no quest is too daunting.
Bam Bam
The big lovable dinosaur from The Flinstones is a fun playful name for an easygoing commuter bike you just love to ride around town.
Though it’s a bit heavy, Bam Bam rolls over bumps in the road with a smile and is always down for a leisurely adventure. Just looking at your comfy cruiser bike makes you exclaim “Bam Bam!” in a gleeful caveman voice.
Beowulf
In the epic Old English poem, Beowulf slays monsters with his bare hands. That makes it the perfect name for a muscular fixed gear bike built for street riding.
Your tough-as-nails urban warrior bike tames terrifying traffic and treacherous roads. Like Beowulf, your fixed gear bike takes on any challenge and emerges victorious.
Giant TCR
When it comes to lightweight performance, the Giant TCR takes the cake. TCR stands for Total Compact Road, and it lives up to its name by delivering an exhilarating ride on any pavement. It’s the road warrior you’ve been dreaming of!
Giant Trance
The Giant Trance is like the mysterious adventure waiting around the corner. It’s perfect for trail riders who crave excitement and unpredictability. The name Trance hints at the mesmerizing experience of riding through nature’s twists and turns.
Giant Reign
Behold the Giant Reign, a name that commands respect on the trails. This bike reigns supreme in the world of enduro, offering unbeatable control and stability. Just like a ruler, it keeps you in charge of any downhill dominion.
Giant Roam
If you’re a free spirit who loves exploring new horizons, the Giant Roam is your ideal companion. This bike name embodies the spirit of wanderlust and the thrill of the open road. Roam wherever your heart desires!
Giant Escape
Want a name that says “freedom” louder than a bald eagle soaring in the sky? Meet the Giant Escape. It’s perfect for urban adventurers and commuters who value versatility and ease of movement. Break free from the ordinary!
Giant Stance
The Giant Stance is all about finding your balance, both on the trail and in life. It’s a fantastic entry-level mountain bike that offers stability and comfort. This name suggests that sometimes, all you need is the right stance to conquer any challenge.
Giant Talon
For those looking to unleash their inner mountain lion, the Giant Talon is your trusty sidekick. With its sharp handling and agile maneuverability, it’s the perfect companion for tackling rugged terrain. Talon: Because you’re ready to pounce on any trail!
Giant Liv Thrive
Ladies, this one’s for you! The Giant Liv Thrive is designed with women in mind. It’s not just a name; it’s an inspiration to thrive in all aspects of life. This bike empowers you to conquer the road with style and confidence.
Giant FastRoad
Zooming through the city streets has never been more fun than with the Giant FastRoad. Its name speaks for itself – it’s fast and designed for the road. Get ready to leave a trail of dust behind!
Sasquatch
With his big feet that leave mysterious giant tracks, Sasquatch is the perfect namesake for a plus-sized bike that makes a big impression on the trails. Extra wide tires give your bike a massive footprint as you pedal through the backcountry seeking adventure. Like an elusive apeman, Sasquatch the bike ventures deep into the woods, leaving behind only rumors and intrigue.
Yeti
In mountaineering lore, the Yeti is an ape-like legend that inhabits the Himalayas. For a bike built to conquer towering peaks and raging rivers, Yeti invokes its towering height and hardy persistence. Your expedition bike carries you through extreme alpine environments, always on the hunt for the next epic ride. Like the mythical Yeti, your bike is up for any challenge the mountains can throw at it.
Godzilla
The king of kaiju monsters is perfect for a CIY (custom build your own bike) that you spec’d out to be a true beast. With massive 29+ inch tires, long travel suspension, dropper post, and SRAM Eagle 1×12 drivetrain, your bike is a beastly build you dubbed Godzilla. Just like the Japanese movie monster, your shred sled crushes every trail in its path and leaves ruins in its wake.
King Kong
The giant movie ape that swings from skyscrapers is an ideal namesake for a fearless urban bike made to grind and jump. Your burly BMX bike ticks off cliffhangers, carves bowls, and sticks sick aerials with beastly confidence. King Kong perfectly captures the way this beast of a bike owns the concrete jungle playground.
Mack
Short for Mack Truck, this forceful one-syllable name works for a tough hardtail mountain bike that powers through rock gardens. Inspired by the bulky commercial trucks, Mack conveys your bike’s rugged construction and torquey acceleration. Even when the trails get steep and treacherous, Mack keeps on truckin’ until the route is tamed.
Thor
In Norse mythology, Thor wields a magic hammer that channels lightning. For a high voltage electric bike with startling power, the god’s electrifying name fits perfectly. Twist the throttle and Thor instantly surges forth with enough torque to ascend mountains. Your e-bike’s instant thunderbolt acceleration makes Thor the ideal moniker.
Atlas
In Greek mythology, the titan Atlas carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. That makes him the perfect namesake for a bikepacking rig able to haul heavy gear loads across long distances. Like a titan, your expedition bike tackles any terrain with bags fully loaded. It channels Atlas’ heroic endurance mile after mile while you explore the globe.
Brutus
Give your toughest, bike brute strength a proper gladiator name like Brutus. Your carbon fiber enduro bike is built for hard hits and big sends over the most technical downhill trails. A fiber composite exoskeleton protects you while the beastly Brutus rampages without regard over the roughest terrain you dare descend.
Kong
The shortened version of King Kong captures the same beastly attitude in a punchy one-syllable name. Ideal for a bike with an oversized attitude and standout presence, Kong gets respect on the streets and trails. The bold name matches your bike’s outsized personality and skills.
Bandit
A lightweight XC race bike has to be sneaky and steal wins against stronger competition. Bandit is the perfect rascal name for your quick, nimble cross-country rocket. Your bike swoops in unnoticed then dashes to the finish before anyone can catch it. With wheels that spin like slot machine reels, Bandit is always ready to make its getaway.
Moose
For a big, beefy bike you can really sink your teeth into like a moose steak, Moose is an ideal descriptor. With meaty tires and a robust alloy frame, your bike is a moose in its natural habitat – the endless forests of the backcountry. Slow but steady and built to last, Moose tracks through all types of terrain year after year.
Maverick
A rebel bike willing to go against the grain and forge new trails deserves a renegade name like Maverick. Be it bikepacking off the beaten path or shredding rogue lines on the downhill course, your bike has an independent spirit. The unbridled Maverick writes its own rules and leaves conformity in its dust.
Rush
That intense surge of adrenaline you get flying down a winding descent or sprinting for the finish line is perfectly captured in the name Rush. Your bike delivers a thrill seeking, heart pumping rush each time you ride. The exhilaration and excitement you feel on board make Rush a fitting name.
Warp Speed
Hit the jets on your speed machine bike and the terrain becomes a blur. Warp Speed excellently conveys that sensation of riding at ridiculously fast velocities. Whether it’s your featherweight climbing rig dancing up steeps or your triathlon bike devouring pavement, Warp Speed says it all.
Viper
Strike fast and unseen like a viper with this aptly named bike. Your slender serpentine bike slithers through gaps in the peloton and pounces without warning. Rivals can’t mark your attacks until you’ve already hit the venom. Once you’ve distanced the pack, the viper bike strikes again.
Meteor
Hop on your aero road bike and you’ll blast across the tarmac like a space rock entering orbit. With an exterior as smooth and sleek as an arrow, your bike cuts through the wind resistance. Meteor paints the picture of your bike annihilating miles at interstellar speed.
Hopefully these expanded names give you lots of inspiration for naming your own giant bike! Let me know if you come up with any other good ones!