Every Straw Hat Pirate's Moniker, Explained (2024)

The One Piece story is filled with numerous interesting characters, and one way they are quickly characterized upon their introductions is through monikers. Epithets and nicknames can efficiently express key traits or notable accomplishments in a way that contributes to a deeper understanding of characters. The monikers associated with each of the ten Straw Hat Pirates on Monkey D. Luffy's crew provide useful insight into the nature and trajectories of the main pirate ensemble of the series.

The Straw Hat Pirates have been characterized by bold action and unconventional behavior since their debut on the East Blue, and their journey has continued to deliver the same disruptive effect all across the ocean's Grand Line. Luffy's crew has earned new bounty increases and public notoriety after the Raid on Onigashima in Wano, giving their names more power than ever. As the Straw Hat Pirates celebrate success at the peak of their adventure, it's the perfect time to reflect on the origins of their trademark monikers.

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10 Jinbe Honors All Fish-Men as First Son of the Sea

Jinbe's Moniker: First Son of the Sea

Character

Jinbe's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Jinbe

1,100,000,000 Berries

Chapter 528

Episode 430

Daniel Baugh

Before Jinbe joins the Straw Hat Pirates as a wise yet gentle warrior, he's one of the powerful Fish-Men in Fisher Tiger's Sun Pirates and one of seven Warlords of the Sea. It's not until Jinbe defects from the World Government and becomes Captain of the Sun Pirates that he honors his ultimate commitment, finally freeing him to join Monkey D. Luffy's crew as its tenth member after the Whole Cake Island Saga.

Jinbe is known as the First Son of the Sea because of his role as Fisher Tiger's strongest crewmate, and the moniker, which is also translated as Knight of the Sea, reflects his trademark chivalrous nature. Honor drives everything that the Fish-Man warrior does, and this trait influences Jinbe's decision to extend respect for comrade Portgas D. Ace to his brother, Luffy. The Straw Hat Pirates continue to make names for themselves as they close in on the One Piece, and Jinbe will be by Captain Luffy's side fighting with the honor and ferocity that made him the First Son of the Sea.

9 Brook's Musical Talent & Devil Fruit Define His Character

Brook's Moniker: Humming Brook & Soul King Brook

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Character

Brooke's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Brook

383,000,000

Chapter 442

Episode 337

Ian Sinclair

Brook's past as a Rumbar Pirate before joining Monkey D. Luffy's crew in Thriller Bark influences the traits that lead to his identity as Humming Brook, the Soul King. These monikers are linked to Brook's musical talent and the mysterious Devil Fruit that empowers his unique existence as an undead skeleton.

Humming Brook's affinity for music is clear from his debut with the haunting melodies of the Bink's Sake tune that he sings alone on the abandoned Rumbar Pirates as the crew's sole survivor. The rest of his former crew slowly perished as they roamed the dangerous Florian Triangle zone of the sea that Gecko Moria uses to trap victims and steal their souls. Brook would've perished with his crewmates, but the Revive-Revive Devil Fruit brings him back to life as a skeleton, making him into the legendary Soul King of the Straw Hat Pirates.

8 Franky Saves His Life By Becoming a Cyborg

Franky's Monikers: Cyborg Franky & Iron Man Franky

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Character

Franky's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Franky

394,000,000 Berries

Chapter 329

Episode 233

Patrick Seitz

Cutty Flam is the name Franky was born with, but he returns to his home in Water 7 with a new identity after he's injured trying to protect his shipwright mentor, Tom. The impact of a train damages him so severely that he has to reconstruct many of his body parts, leading him to his future as the Straw Hat Pirates' Franky the Cyborg.

"Iron Man" Franky is a strong pirate, but his skills as an engineer and shipwright are perhaps his most valuable assets. The Straw Hat Pirates' Thousand Sunny ship is a fantastic testament to Franky's work, and his skills become even more refined after his stint on Karakuri Island studying Dr. Vegapunk's technology and cyborgs during the timeskip. The cyborg Straw Hat continuously creates impressive machines and weapons, but his best accomplishment is salvaging his body by slowly reconstructing it with incredible skill and willpower.​​​​

7 Robin Represents the Dark & Light Sides of a Revolution

Robin's Monikers: Demon Child & Light of the Revolution

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Character

Robin's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Nico Robin

930,000,000 Berries

Chapter 114

Episode 67

Stephanie Young

Nico Robin's reputation as the Demon Child predates the monikers of all other Straw Hat Pirates, and the debut of her Demonio Fleur form during the Wano Saga brings a new meaning to the title. However, her rivaling identity as the Light of the Revolution is a more honest representation of the seventh Straw Hat.

Ohara was the island home to Nico Robin and many other intelligent archaeologists who studied the histories of the ancient Poneglyphs before the World Government destroyed the location with the unforgiving power of a Buster Call. After Robin is discovered as the sole survivor of the genocide, she receives a bounty despite her young age and becomes publicly demonized in a very literal sense. When Robin finally crosses paths with revolutionaries during the timeskip, she is honored as the Light of the Revolution for surviving her dark past.

6 Chopper's Personality Diminishes His True Strength

Chopper's Moniker: Cotton Candy Lover Chopper

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Character

Chopper's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Tony Tony Chopper

1,000 Berries

Chapter 134

Episode 81

Brina Palencia

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The silliest Straw Hat moniker belongs to Tony Tony Chopper, a deer using the Human-Human Devil Fruit who becomes a talented doctor and lover of cotton candy after his transformation. Chopper's soft nature, childlike naivety, and identity as Cotton Candy Lover Chopper diminish the skills that make him a great Straw Hat Pirate.

Despite his friendly disposition, Tony Tony Chopper unleashes some of the most violent attacks of all the Straw Hats when using his uncontrolled Monster Point form. The World Government fails to recognize his strength, leaving Chopper's bounty at a measly one thousand Berries because he's mistakenly considered only a pet. The stark contrast between Chopper's darkest combat mode and his general goofy presentation as Cotton Candy Lover Chopper and more makes his character one of the funniest in the series.

5 Sanji Carries on Zeff's Legacy as the Straw Hat Chef

Sanji's Moniker: Black Leg Sanji

Character

Sanji's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Vinsmoke Sanji

1,032,000,000 Berries

Chapter 43

Episode 20

Eric Vale

Sanji joins the Straw Hat Pirates as the crew's chef, and his connection to cooking creates the meaning behind his nickname. Black Leg Sanji is a moniker that complements his fighting style, but more importantly, it honors his cooking mentor who saved his life as a child.

Before becoming a Straw Hat, Sanji worked on the Baratie restaurant ship as a chef under Red-Leg Zeff, the former Captain of the Cooking Pirates. Sanji's craft as a chef is so important to him that he refuses to use his hands in battle to preserve them for cooking, further empowering his reputation as Black Leg Sanji. The Straw Hat chef's fiery attacks and trademark black tuxedo complement his moniker well, but its greatest significance is its service as an homage to Sanji's stern mentor's legacy.

4 Usopp the Sniper King Is Becoming More like His Father

Usopp's Monikers: Sniper King & God Usopp

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Character

Usopp's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Usopp

500,000,000 Berries

Chapter 23

Episode 8

Sonny Strait

Usopp's tall tales are the catalysts for the identity he develops as a formidable leader when, in fact, his fear still often gets the better of him. Although Usopp has room to grow, he becomes more worthy of his title as the Sniper King with each daring act that furthers the outlandish stories he tells about his supposed brave feats.

Usopp's Sniper King identity highlights a unique connection between him and Straw Hat Luffy; the name pays homage to Usopp's sniper father, Yasopp, who sails the Grand Line with Luffy's close ally, Red Hair Shanks. Although God Usopp is a clear exaggeration of the pirate's abilities, he leverages deceit to pull off truly courageous acts in the moments when he's most needed. After harnessing Observation Haki in Dressrosa, Usopp is closer to becoming the legitimate sniper and brave pirate he resolves to become for the Straw Hat Pirates.

3 Nami's Past as a Theif Drives Her Emphasis on Money

Nami's Moniker: Cat Burglar Nami

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Character

Nami's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Nami

366,000,000 Berries

Chapter 8

Episode 1

Luci Christian

Nami makes a living stealing from pirates in service of the Arlong Pirates that control her home, Cocoyashi Village. She had hoped to free her village by paying off its debt, but she resorts to asking Monkey D. Luffy to help her overthrow the evil crew of Fish-Men and joins the Straw Hats immediately after.

The pirate's past as Cat Burglar Nami inspires an obsession with money, and this trait continues to characterize the Straw Hat navigator throughout the journey across the Grand Line. Although Nami may not employ her theft skills as often anymore, the fierce independence and intense resolve that make her a good thief are still the feature characteristics of her personality. Nami's greed can be a hindrance, but being allowed to control the Straw Hats' money champions her past in a lovely way and is memorialized by her moniker.

2 Zoro Aims to Become the World's Greatest Swordsman

Zoro's Moniker: Pirate Hunter Zoro & King of Hell

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Character

Zoro's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Roronoa Zoro

1,111,100,000 Berries

Chapter 3

Episode 1

Christopher R. Sabat

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The notorious swordsman, Zoro, must leave behind his past as the fearsome Pirate Hunter to pursue his future as Monkey D. Luffy's first crewmate. Zoro's past as a bounty hunter is the origin of his title, and it sets the tone for the impressive career that awaits him on the journey to succeed Dracule Mihawk as the world's greatest swordsman.

Zoro resolves to become the King of Hell, and his ruthless Three Sword Style pushes him ever closer to his dream of being the most terrifying pirate in the world. The Straw Hat swordsman demonstrates his fierce power against many formidable opponents, like his notable victory against King from former Emperor Kaido's Beast Pirates. Zoro's intense determination promises to drive him to add even more impressive accomplishments to his legacy until he achieves his ultimate goal.

1 Monkey D. Luffy Grows Legacy of His Mysterious Hat

Luffy's Moniker: Straw Hat Luffy

Character

Luffy's Bounty

Manga Debut

Anime Debut

English Voice Actor

Monkey D. Luffy

3,000,000,000 Berries

Chapter 1

Episode 1

Colleen Clinkenbeard

Gol D. Roger's title as the King of the Pirates is perhaps the only nickname more well known than Monkey D. Luffy's moniker as Straw Hat Luffy. Coincidentally, Luffy's identity as the Straw Hat Pirate is inextricably connected to the past of Gol D. Roger and one of his crew members. Red-Haired Shanks, one of the younger members of the former Roger Pirates, is the first to inherit the symbolic straw hat before passing it on to his pupil, Luffy.

The lineage of the iconic straw hat represents a clear link between Roger and Luffy; however, the only glimpse seen of the massive straw hat monument points to a greater mystery surrounding its history that has yet to be revealed. Historical mysteries aside, the influence of the legendary straw hat has grown beyond its bearers to Luffy's entire crew of pirates and further as the ranks of his fleet of Luffy's supporters grow. It's safe to say that at this point in the One Piece story, the straw hat is as inseparable from Monkey D. Luffy as he is from it.

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One Piece

Created by Eiichiro Oda, the One Piece franchise explores the adventures of pirate Luffy D. Monkey and his crew, the Straw Hats. Since the manga first debuted in 1997, One Piece has been adapted into an ongoing anime that has seen multiple movies. Most recently it was adapted into a live-action series by Netflix.

Created by
Eiichiro Oda

First TV Show
One Piece (1999)

Latest TV Show
Netflix's One Piece

First Episode Air Date
October 20, 1999

Cast
Mayumi Tanaka , Kazuya Nakai , Colleen Clinkenbeard , Christopher Sabat , Kerry Williams , Kappei Yamaguchi , Sonny Strait , Hiroaki Hirata , Eric Valette , Ikue Ootani
Every Straw Hat Pirate's Moniker, Explained (2024)

FAQs

Who are the 13 Straw Hats? ›

Luffy, Roronoa Zoro, Vinsmoke Sanji, Nami, Usopp, Robin, Franky, Chopper, Brook, and Jinbe. The latest addition to the crew was Jinbe and every member of the crew had a role assigned to them. They also work together to achieve their individual goals and to see their Captain become the King of the Pirates.

Who are the 14 Straw Hats? ›

Throughout the series, Luffy gathers himself a diverse crew named the Straw Hat Pirates, including: the three-sword-wielding combatant Roronoa Zoro (sometimes referred to as Roronoa Zolo in the English manga); the thief and navigator Nami; the cowardly marksman and inventor Usopp; the amorous cook and martial artist ...

Who is the weakest in Luffy's crew? ›

Nami was one of the first characters to join the Straw Hat Pirates, and remains an extremely important character to the story. When it comes to strength, she's the weakest member of the crew, which is why she often relies on clever tricks and strategies in battle.

What ethnicity is Luffy? ›

He later wears a red vest, denim shorts, and sandals, before replacing his vest with a red, unbuttoned sea captain's coat (revealing the X-shaped scar on his chest he received from Akainu), and a yellow sash tied around his waist. In an interview, Eiichiro Oda said Luffy's real-world nationality analogue is Brazilian.

Who is the 11th Straw Hat pirate? ›

Yamato is going to become the 11th member of the Straw Hat Pirates soon. We thought he would become one by the end of the Wano arc, but unfortunately, he stayed behind to help Momonosuke and the others raise Wano back to glory again. But Yamato is confirmed to be the unofficial 11th member of the Straw Hat Pirates.

Who is the most feared Straw Hat? ›

Nico Robin has the scariest power among the entire Straw Hat crew, thanks to her Devil Fruit, the Hana Hana no Mi. This allows her to grow extra body parts from any surface within range, be it her own body, walls or floors, or the body of her opponent.

What is Shanks's full name? ›

Shanks does not appear to have a full name. Similar to a good majority of characters in One Piece, he is rather known by his pirate name, “Red Hair” Shanks. This is also the name of his pirate crew, The Red Hair Pirates.

Is Zeus a Straw Hat? ›

Big Mom regains Zeus. On the day of the Fire Festival, Zeus joined the Straw Hats on the Thousand Sunny as they entered the battle with the Beasts Pirates. When he was near Prometheus at Onigashima, it caused Nami's staff to react. As Prometheus called Big Mom, Zeus fled with Nami and her group.

What is buggy's full name? ›

Buggy the Star Clown (in Japanese: 道化のバギー, Senryō Dōke no Bagī), also known publicly as Buggy the Clown, is a major character in the One Piece franchise.

Who is the dumbest Straw Hat Pirates? ›

That's why Robin is one of the most wanted fugitives. Robin is a very important person for Luffy because he won't be able to find One Piece without her help. The conclusion from the discussion above is: Luffy is the dumbest person in the Straw Hats, while Nico Robin is the smartest.

Is Vivi a Straw Hat? ›

Vivi left the Straw Hats after defeating Baroque Works to stay in her home country, but is still considered a member of the crew and has been keeping track of their progress throughout the series.

Is Jinbei Indian One Piece? ›

Jinbe's animal resemblances is a bear. If One Piece was set in the real world, then Jinbe would be from India. In Japan, Orectolobiformes, the order that whale sharks are classified within, is called Tenjiku-Zame (テンジクザメ?) where Tenjiku (天竺?) means Tianzhu, the historical Chinese name for India.

What is Nico Robin's race? ›

Nico Robin, a character from "One Piece," is of the Oharan race. She is the only survivor of the Ohara Island's destruction, known for its scholars. In the world of "One Piece," races can vary widely, and the Oharans were known for their knowledge and expertise in archaeology.

Is Usopp black or Arab? ›

Usopp Would Be From Africa.

What are the 13 zodiac animals in One Piece? ›

We have seen a colorspread with each's animal: -Luffy , Monkey -Zoro, Tiger -Nami cat -Usopp , chameleon (this is a personalized Snake, deceiving and shooter) -Sanji, goat -chopper, tanuki dog, so dog -Robin, falcon, thats the rooster -Franky, rhyno, but previously Oda said he was a bull.

What is the 13 theory in One Piece? ›

The theory teases in the beginning about the 13th being Momo that fits the dragon sign. This theorist also believes that Momo will lead Wano so he quickly shut that possibility down. So the theory suggests Vivi to be the 13th with her Celestial Dragon lineage tying her to the dragon sign.

Is Boa Hancock in Luffy's crew? ›

Boa Hancock is a potential candidate, with her power, close relationship with Luffy, and aid to the crew. However, her leadership of an island and large crew make her an unlikely choice.

Who are all the Straw Hats that left? ›

So far, Nami, Robin, and Usopp have all chosen to leave the crew in the past, before returning. Additionally, Chopper and Sanji have been coerced by third parties to leave the crew despite their wishes, with Chopper returning soon afterwards. The situation with Sanji, however, lasted for around a week.

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