Top 20 Cutest Pokemon

Introduced in the fifth generation, this fawn Pokemon will have you, well, fawning over it in record time. See, Deerling is the kind of darling first-stage that’s just asking to stay unevolved. Everything from its knobby legs to its tuft-like tail to the flower resting on its head feels tailor made to steal hearts. That’s not all. Deerling’s color palette also changes with the time of year, and each of them are so eye-catching, we simply can’t choose a favorite. No matter if it's Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter, Deerling is always in season.

Somehow, a Pokemon that spent most of the anime curled up in Misty’s arms still managed to win over audiences. Then again, are you really surprised? Just look at Togepi, and try to tell it no. There’s not a trainer alive who can stay mad at such an adorable little thing, especially when it smiles back at you. Misty really lucked out with this one. Although, it wasn’t an easy adoption. Togepi’s so beloved, it’s been causing trainer disputes since its anime debut. That’s right, Togepi’s sunny side up personality thawed even Team Rocket’s heart. That’s gotta count for something.

Anyone on the prowl for a cute Sinnoh partner? Look no further. Piplup is stylish, plump, and positively beaming with personality. The rounded, penguin look is hard to pass up, but the best part is the tuxedo detailing. The only thing better than a cute penguin is a cute penguin that looks like it’s wearing a suit. Piplup’s dapper attire is a winning formula no matter how you look at it, and clearly, Pokemon knew it. In the anime, Dawn famously gave her Piplup an everstone, ensuring it’d stay small and delightful forevermore. You won’t hear us complaining about it.

You’ll want to pack some tissues when setting off with this Galar starter. As a Pokemon known for shedding some tears, Sobble may leave you crying. But not out of sadness. No, on the flip side, the water-type’s quirky demeanor will leave you dabbing your eyes from sheer endearment. Sobble’s definitely worth the tears, though. Its lack of self-confidence is so captivating, you’re pretty much forced to raise it up into a strong, confident Inteleon. Although, that’s assuming you can part ways with Sobble’s delightfully small frame. Believe us, it’s easier said than done.

Pikachu is inarguably the very face of Pokemon. It’s cool, powerful, iconic, and above all, completely irresistible. Mimikyu is the same thing… just different. The references to Pikachu are plain to see. But, beneath the disguise, Mimikyu is just a normal Pokemon in search of a trainer’s love. If that doesn’t break your heart a million times over, nothing will. To summarize, Mimikyu pulls all the best qualities of Pikachu’s design, and then adds a tragic backstory to the mix for maximum pulling on the heartstrings. Remind us how anyone could hate this guy again?

There’s just no competing with a Pokemon that has the ability “cute charm.” It’s literally designed to be cute. Take, for example, Clefairy. It’s got the two surefire traits that always make for a precious Pokemon: “pink” and “small.” If that’s not enough for you, Clefairy’s pre-evolution, Cleffa, is even pinker and smaller. Surprising absolutely no one, Cleffa has the “cute charm” ability, too. Not that it, or Clefairy, really needs it. They’re both doing just fine on their own. Plus, they’re also shaped like stars, just to really prove how out of this world they are.

Kanto starters are as classic as it gets. But, no matter if you’re looking at it through rose-tinted lenses or Squirtle Squad sunglasses, this water-type is something else. Instead of loud or unexpected design flourishes, Squirtle is simply a baby blue turtle with a brown shell and stubby limbs. That’s all. Ironically, that’s also all it needs to completely sweep the board where adorableness is concerned. There’s just something about Squirtle’s delightful smirk that makes it seem like it’s always in a good mood. Although, when you’re as appealing as a Squirtle, there can’t be much to be upset over, anyways.

We’ve been over Pikachu’s impact on the series, so it shouldn’t be too shocking to hear there’s more than one copycat out there. That’s not to say Togedemaru is a knockoff by any means. Taking some visual cues from porcupines, Togedemaru earns itself a steel typing, and a whole lot of cuteness capital. The grays, yellows, and white’s of its color palette play off each other extraordinarily well. Paired with Togedemaru’s impossibly fetching eyes, and you have a slam dunk of a Pokemon. It doesn’t evolve, but it doesn’t have to. No need to fix what isn’t broken, right?

Psychic type? Whatever. While Ralts’ latent abilities are formidable, you’ll be catching one for a different reason. That being, he’s just too dainty to skip over. Ralts single handedly confirms that a bowl-cut isn’t a fashion nightmare. At least, not when it’s paired with a timid, foot-tall Pokemon. Its trademark red horn lets it sense emotions. So, whenever you’re happy - which is going to be always when you’re around such a charming partner - Ralts is happy, too. On second thought, maybe that’s why Ralts tend to hide away from bustling places. They’re so popular, they’d be trampled on sight.

The quickest way to get your hands on one of the most enticing Pokemon of all time is to carry around some honey. Like a Mothim to a flame, Teddiursa can't get enough of the sweet stuff. That’s why they’re always licking their paws, and also why they’re easily among the most winsome Pokemon ever. Sporting a clean look and some nods towards the crescent moon, Teddiursa is basically a living stuffed animal. Or, rather, a walking, talking teddy bear. The pitch writes itself. No need to hibernate, go catch a Teddiursa, now. You won’t regret it.

A smiling, hot pink Pokemon is hard enough to ignore. A smiling, hot pink Pokemon carrying an oversized hammer? It’s pretty much impossible. Tinkaton’s cutesy aesthetic clashes with its hulking weapon of choice in the best way possible. Yes, the hammer can still be used to pound enemies silly, especially given Tinkaton’s high attack stat. But, because it’s held by such a precious little thing, it just makes Tinkaton that much more appealing. At least, when it’s on your team. Still, in all matters relating to cuteness, Tinkaton hits the nail on the head.

As the Mud Fish Pokemon, you’ll find this Hoenn starter rolling in swamps, swimming in oceans, or putting its Water Gun to good use against enemy trainers. But, there’s one important similarity between them all: Mudkip is jaw-droppingly lovable in each and every one. No matter the time, no matter the place, Mudkip and its unbothered personality is all-but guaranteed to have your heart skipping a beat. Just look at its tiny fins. Or its orange cheeks. Really, there’s not a single part of Mudkip that isn’t worth swooning over. Playing in the mud has never been so tempting.

We only need three words to sell you on this one: Electric. Corgi. Pokemon. Need we say any more? Yamper is every lovable part of man’s best friend blended together with the most enamoring parts of Pokemon. It’s such a perfect match, it’s almost unfair. Don’t worry, Yamper didn’t get the name of the Puppy Pokemon for nothing. To really drive it home, it has a signature ability called “Ball Fetch.” That’s right, Yamper doesn’t just look the part, it acts like it, too. Though, given how quickly fans flocked to this eighth generation pup, that’s hardly a shock.

Ah, Johto. Home to ancient ruins, mysterious caverns, and most importantly of all, the most eye-catching critter that Pokemon’s ever designed. Yes, we’re talking about Furret. Most trainers probably scoffed when they saw its pre-evolution, Sentret, in Johto’s early routes. But, those who put in the effort were rewarded with a furry friend that puts every other pocket monster to shame. Nothing else in the whole Dex matches Furret’s earnest expression. Plus, it’s got a bushy tail that’s just asking to be cuddled with. Suffice it to say, it’s never a bad idea to nab a Sentret.

These days, starter Pokemon are held to an increasingly high bar - and that bar is Rowlet. It’s an owl, it’s round, and it’s flown its way up the pecking order to become one of Pokemon’s most popular creations. The leaf bowtie does some serious heavy lifting. But, it also helps that Rowlet is just the right size for hugging. It’s not exclusive to the Alola games, either. Fan demand brought the Alolan grass type back as one of the starters for “Pokemon: Legends Arceus.” With all that in mind, it makes sense why Ash never evolved his Rowlet. It’s perfect just the way it is.

What’s got no arms, blue skin, and a big, goofy grin plastered to its face at all times? One of the very best Johto Pokemon, that’s what. We know, that’s high praise. But, even throwing aside its petite stature, Wooper still handily paddles past its competition thanks to its dopey personality. The blank-eyed stare and energetic smile are super effective heart-melters. All it takes is a single, passing glance, and you’ll be a Wooper lover for life. No “attract” needed. We’d say we’re sorry, but we’re really not. Wooper deserves every bit of love it gets.

As it turns out, the face of Pokemon is pretty darn adorable. It makes sense when you realize Pikachu was hand-picked because of its widespread appeal. It’s cool, but not edgy. Powerful, but not aggressive. And, of course, cute without even trying. Nowadays, the lightning-bolt tail and puffy, red cheeks are pretty much staples of the franchise. Pikachu is just that irresistible. Its baby form, Pichu, is pretty much the same thing, just smaller. Yes, it’s as precious as it sounds. Oh, and when Pikachu and Pichu come together? It’s a cuteness overload the likes of which Pokemon may never see again.

You don’t need psychic powers to tell that Mew is head and shoulders above just about every other Pokemon in existence. Well, not literally. Clocking in at just over a foot tall, Mew is the definition of short and sweet. It doesn’t need a ton of design flourish to stand out; its pink color palette and breathtaking cry do plenty on their own. If you’re lucky enough to see it floating around, you’ll agree that the sight is downright mesmerizing. We say “if” because Mew has remained one of the difficult Pokemon to obtain across the generations. Even the game designers know Mew is too cute to handle.

Known as the evolution Pokemon, this first generation normal type has the most branching forms of any Pocket Monster, ever. And yet, you’ll never want to evolve Eevee into any of them. While it was initially designed to serve as a blank slate for future evolutions, Eevee’s dog-like appearance is too enamoring to say goodbye too. That little tuft on its head is just begging to be pet. Then there’s the ombre tail, perky ears, and fluffy mane… Honestly, we could talk about Eevee all day, so we’ll just leave it at that before we get any more carried away.

Against all odds, Pokemon delivered their most ravishing design all the way back in the very first generation - and they’ve been trying to match it ever since. Spoiler: they can’t. Vulpix is unbeatable; we don’t make the rules. With its subdued color scheme and poofy fur, this firefox is the epitome of all things cute and cuddly. Or, in the case of its equally amazing Alolan form, light and fluffy. The fact that it got a regional variant at all just proves that they just don’t make them like Vulpix anymore. Even today, when there’s over a thousand Pokemon and counting, Vulpix’s innate charm still trumps them all.


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