Fetch a name

Pet Name Profile

Shiitake

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

A type of mushroom most common in Japan and China.

Related Names

Shii, Taki, Take.

Famous Usage

Shiitake mushrooms are featured prominently in Japanese culinary culture and named after the shii tree where they naturally grow.

Screen Details

Featured in the animated movie 'Big Hero 6' where Aunt Cass serves shiitake-topped noodles. Also appears in the Netflix series 'Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories' where shiitake dishes are frequently highlighted. The mushroom plays a role in the anime 'Food Wars!' where it's used in various creative dishes.

Personality Plus

For a pet coloured like a shiitake mushroom, or maybe likes to eat them.

Get help on your pet journey

Expert advice at each stage

Send me a free Puppy Guide & Tips
Send me free Kitten Tips for each stage
Puppy Guide and Kitten Tips

Picked the perfect name?

Now ensure they are protected

Cover them from the start with Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance

  • Up to $30K benefit limit option
  • Up to 90% of your eligible vet bills back
  • Fast and easy GapOnly® claiming
Get your first 2 months free*
Bow Wow Meow
Pet Names
Dog Names
Cat Names

*T&C’S apply. Policies are issued by PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd. except for those entered into before 14 June 2023 & subsequent renewals, which are issued by the Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd. Consider the PDS & TMD before purchasing: bowwowinsurance.com.au

© 2025 Bow Wow Meow Pty Ltd