What is a group of monkeys called?
A troop
of monkeys
a troopa barrela tribe
| Animal | Monkeys |
| Category | Mammals |
| Collective noun | Troop, Barrel, Tribe |
| Baby name | Infant |
💡 “A barrel of monkeys” gave its name to the classic toy game.
FAQ
What is a group of monkeys called?
A group of monkeys is called a troop. Other accepted terms include a barrel, a tribe.
Are there other names for a group of monkeys?
Yes — besides a “troop,” you may see “barrel”, “tribe”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby monkey called?
A baby monkey is called a infant.
More mammals
A pride
of lions
A pack
of wolves
A streak
of tigers
A herd
of elephants
A sloth
of bears
A clowder
of cats
A pack
of dogs
A skulk
of foxes
Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”