Are you choosing Animal Crossing villagers based on their hobby? I tend to do this sometimes, especially if I am working on a specific theme. Or maybe you simply want to make sure you have one of each hobby on your island. Whatever the case may be for you, here are 60 of the best villagers by hobby. You can’t go wrong with the choices below. Choose who fits your personality-style more or by aesthetic – there are no rules! Curate the island of your dreams, friend!
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Best Education Hobby Villagers
Maple
Let’s start with possibly the cutest of the education hobby villagers. She is certainly one of the most popular. She feels very warm, cozy, and bookish. Like a kindred bookworm who you’d love to hold book club with. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are green and white, and her catchphrase is “honey.”
Coco
I can’t lie. Coco with her sweet soulless eyes with her glasses on is another level of creepy cuteness in the best way. I picture her reading some of the coolest genres, from ancient epics to romantasy. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are green and beige, and her catchphrase is “doyoing.”
Melba
She is such a sweet, bookish koala! If you love cutesy and soft villagers, she is a must for this hobby. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are white and green, and her catchphrase is “toasty.”
Diana
The beauty of Diana is she is so elegant and lovely… in on all the latest skincare and fashion but she is also bookish as hell. Love a booksmart and sophisticated sweetie! If you are looking for a snooty, she is the one. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are purple and pink, her catchphrase is “no doy.”
Fang
Oh, he is truly the coolest one on the list. Fang is so sleek and well-read. I love seeing him read by the water. If you love wolf villagers, he is one of the very best. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are white and aqua, and his catchphrase is “cha-chomp.”
Daisy
My favorite bookish pup in the game. Daisy is so soft and lovely and reminds me of an introvert. She loves chatting about books over tea more than anything. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are blue and colorful, and her catchphrase is “bow-WOW.”
Grizzly
Grizzly is giving “cozy-cabin-dweller-in-the-wood-who-loves-reading-on-his-porch.” He is the most aesthetic cranky with this hobby! A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are red and black, and his catchphrase is “grrr.”
Shep
Next to Daisy in the dog villager department is Shep. I love how he is so relaxed and chill but you know he probably reads books that expand his mind and open up his universe. Existentialism books are his go-to (followed by musician biographies). A few fun facts: he has a smug personality, his favorite colors are blue and aqua, and his catchphrase is “baa baa baa.”
Kiki
The coziest kitty in the game! Kiki is a lover of fantasy and magical storybooks. She looks like she walked out of a dark book herself. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are beige and brown, and her catchphrase is “kitty cat.”
Wolfgang
Like Fang, Wolfgang is effortlessly cool and his reading hobby makes him even cooler. He loves sci-fi novels. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are black and green, his catchphrase is “snarrrl.”
Petri
If you love an educated lady in STEM, Petri is the top choice, hands down. She is very specific but I think she belongs here because of her unique design and aesthetic. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are gray and white, and her catchphrase is “mmmhmm.”
Best Fashion Hobby Villagers
Sasha
The only male villager with the fashion hobby and he prefers the ~cute~ style. Sasha is a dream!! A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are blue and white, and his catchphrase is “hoppity.”
Merry
So twee and cutesy, I think Merry is certainly a fan-favorite when it comes to style and fashion. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are pink and aqua, and her catchphrase is “mweee.”
Blaire
So classy and chic, Blaire is an adorable snooty squirrel with a kind face. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are brown and orange, and her catchphrase is “nutlet.”
Francine
She is an absolute baddie villager with confidence and chic style. Her and her sister are quite popular! A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are blue and black, and her catchphrase is “karat.”
Chrissy
Chrissy and Francine are a pair, so she’s obviously next in line. She has a more girly-girl and bubblegum vibe which is so fun. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are pink and white, and her catchphrase is “sparkles.”
Bluebear
I always see so much love for this sweet girlie. I love that she has the fashion hobby. It feels unexpected! A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are blue and white, and her catchphrase is “peach.”
Cookie
She is such a cutesy pink pup and the fashion hobby suits her perfectly. A fan-favorite, for sure. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are green and aqua, and her catchphrase is “arfer.”
Ione
It doesn’t get more ethereal than this girl. She is so dreamy and adorable and I love thinking she has a very unique sense of fashion. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are white and black, and her catchphrase is “gleam.”
Whitney
Just one look at her and you know she knows fashion. This is one sleek as hell wolf!! A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are blue and aqua, her catchphrase is “snappy.”
Felicity
She is so European-chic! She has French-girl flair going on and I love it. The most adorable bob and her eyes are so pretty. Underrated gem and absolutely a fun fashion hobby villager. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are yellow and orange, and her catchphrase is “mimimi.”
Best Fitness Hobby Villagers
Teddy
Teddy is a cottagecore favorite and surprisingly has the fitness hobby. If you love cutesy villagers, he would be a great choice. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are orange and yellow, and his catchphrase is “grooof.”
Audie
The sunglasses, the bold colors, the mood… what an icon. Audie is flashy and yes, she really love working out!! I picture her as a surfer girl. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are green and white, and her catchphrase is “foxtrot.”
Phoebe
She’s mystical, fantastical, and super unique in this game. If you’d love having a phoenix around your island, Phoebe would be a great choice. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are black and red, and her catchphrase is “sparky.”
Poncho
Poncho is so adorable and he loves to lift weight. When I had him on my own island, he was constantly working out by the river. Cutie. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are orange and yellow, and his catchphrase is “li’l bear.”
Roald
He’s one of the most well-loved jock villagers, so if you prefer the popular choices, Roald is probably the one for you. Such a cute classic penguin! A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are red and yellow, and his catchphrase is “b-b-buddy.”
Snake
Snake is such a cute pink ninja bunny with a very fitting hobby. He is underrated and would be perfect if you want to lean into this hobby. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are black and blue, and his catchphrase is “bunyip.”
Genji
Genji is one of my personal favorite jock villagers and his hobby is also very fitting. Don’t let his serious face fool you – he is so sweet!! A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are green and purple, and his catchphrase is “mochi.”
Tasha
You wouldn’t know it looking at her, but Tasha LOVES working out. “Alexa, play Britney’s “Work B*****.” A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are gray and beige, and her catchphrase is “nice nice.”
Kid Cat
Many players are crazy about Kid Cat. I personally do not care for the helmet but he isn’t too bad. If you love gimmicky villagers, he is good for that. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite color is red, and his catchphrase is “psst.”
Antonio
He’s a simple and sweet anteater and he loves getting buff. If you have a soft spot for this species, he is a cutie! A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are aqua and blue, and his catchphrase is “honk.”
Best Music Hobby Villagers
Roscoe
Oh, Roscoe is a moody emo boy and you can’t tell me otherwise. He gives the most rockstar vibes, if that is what you are going for. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are gray and black, and his catchphrase is “nay.”
Marshal
Listening to Marshal sing on my island is a highlight. If you love popular villagers, Marshal is a must. A few fun facts: he has a smug personality, his favorite colors are blue and aqua, and his catchphrase is “sulky.”
Cherry
Total edgy rockstar vibe. Cherry is such a mood!! If you love rock or metal, she is an obvious choice. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are black and purple, and her catchphrase is “what what.”
Zell
Another rockstar kinda villager – or jazzy, he can honestly go either way. His home feels very snazzy, too. A few fun facts: he has a smug personality, his favorite colors are purple and gray, and his catchphrase is “pronk.”
Marina
She is such a cute little singer! Marina is perfect for the girly pop lovers. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are pink and red, and her catchphrase is “blurp”
Pashmina
Pashmina is underrated as hell. She is aesthetically beautiful with a bit of an edge, which makes her perfect for this hobby. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are red and colorful, her catchphrase is “kidders,” and she has the music hobby.
Rosie
Like Marina, Rosie is another bubby choice that feels perfect for a music hobby villager. Her peppy personality means she is always talking about being a pop star. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are red and pink, and her catchphrase is “silly.”
Fuchsia
She gives girly rockstar vibes and I am here for it. If you want a cutesy yet edgy girlie with a music hobby, she is the one. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite color is pink, and her catchphrase is “precious.”
Apollo
Apollo is a fan-favorite and has the music hobby. If you love his sleek and classic look, he’s a great choice. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite color is black, and his catchphrase is “pah.”
Katt
Why is she giving music producer and it is kinda awesome? Love her fangs. If you want a villager with some bite, Katt is your girl. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are purple and black, and her catchphrase is “purrty.”
Best Nature Hobby Villagers
Fauna
Fauna is one of the most earthy villagers in Animal Crossing and majorly popular for natural islands. Her nature hobby is very fitting! A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are beige and white, and her catchphrase is “dearie.”
Molly
No surprises here, right? Molly is beautifully natural and works great for nature-inspired islands. I always plant her a yellow flower garden. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are yellow and pink, and her catchphrase is “quackidee.”
Bea
Bea is an underrated queen (and my favorite villager of all time). She works beautifully for a nature hobby because she herself is earthy in style/vibe. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are green and aqua, and her catchphrase is “bingo.”
Ellie
Ellie deserves a huge flower garden to tend to. She is so cottagecore and sweet, it hurts. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are gray and pink, and her catchphrase is “li’l one.”
Beau
Whenever I have Beau, I always give him a huge garden. He feels very organic and natural (and you know he is always snacking on what he produces!) A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are beige and orange, and his catchphrase is “saltlick.”
Erik
Like Beau, Erik feels very much the same with the gardening and natural vibe, but he is a moose so you know… choose your aesthetic! I had to have both at one point and made them neighbors with a shared garden. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are beige and red, and his catchphrase is “chow down.”
Maggie
I love her earthy coloring and vibes. She looks really cute in denim overalls and a huge vegetable and flower garden. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are green and yellow, and her catchphrase is “schep.”
Filbert
He is one cute and outdoorsy squirrel. I picture him being very adventurous and possibly foraging for mushrooms. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are blue and white, and his catchphrase is “bucko.”
Stu
He has such a sweet and calming vibe to him! Stu deserves a garden because he looks like he loves to cook in his spare time. What a cozy guy. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are brown and beige, and his catchphrase is “mrooooo.”
Azalea
She is named after a flower and has the most beautiful flowery horn. I think she deserves a spot on the nature hobby all-star list! A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are pink and purple, and her catchphrase is “merci.”
Best Play Hobby Villagers
Bill
Bill is one of my favorite villagers ever and he looks pretty adorable running around as if he is trying to prove that maybe ducks can fly. Aw. Bill. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are blue and purple, and his catchphrase is “quacko.”
Piper
When it comes to the play hobby, I am always going to gravitate towards the bird villagers because it looks like they are about to take flight. Piper is so sweet! Anchovy would be my second choice. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are black and white, and her catchphrase is “chickadee.”
Hazel
Hazel is so playful and sweet. I think she is one of the best choices for this hobby (or maybe you even started with her!) A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are red and yellow, and her catchphrase is “uni-wow.”
Maddie
The most playful pup! She looks so precious when she runs around with her arms out. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are pink and purple, and her catchphrase is “yippee.”
Apple
Her colorful design and toofy grin really paints a picture for her play hobby. Really cute for kidcore! A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are colorful and red, and her catchphrase is “cheekers.”
Ketchup
Players love Ketchup and her foodie design. She is such an itty bitty cutie for the play hobby. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are white and aqua, and her catchphrase is “bitty.”
Bob
The most playful and raddest purple kitty. Bob is a must-have for kidcore and playful islands. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are red and colorful, and his catchphrase is “pthhpth.”
Joey
He is playful and like a little toddler with his diaper on. If that is your kinda vibe, then he is great for play. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are green and blue, and his catchphrase is “bleeeeeck.”
Stitches
Stitches is designed like an actual stuffed toy bear, so he is extra playful aside from his hobby. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are colorful and white, and his catchphrase is “stuffin’.”
Sprinkle
Sprinkle! Even her name is playful. She is such a fun peppy to have around and will look adorable running around. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are aqua and white, and her catchphrase is “frappe.”
