13 Memorable Blue Haired Cartoon Characters 

Cartoons first gained popularity in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Like the rest of Hollywood, animation was all black and white back then, but color would soon change cartoons forever. Suddenly animators could give each character their own unique hair color. For instance, blue haired cartoon characters became all the rage. Some of the most memorable cartoon characters have distinctive blue hairstyles.

Blue haired anime characters with complex flaws are massively popular all over the world. Furthermore, a hallmark of anime is the bright colors, notably pink, green, and blue. The blue hairstyle separates these characters from the rest. Let’s journey into the cartoon world to look at all the memorable blue haired characters. 

13 Memorable Blue Haired Cartoon Characters 

1. Marge Simpson (The Simpsons)

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With tall blue hair, Marge Simpson is one of the most memorable blue haired cartoon characters. The Simpsons debuted to rave reviews in the late 1980s and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Marge and the rest of the Simpson family became household names.

Each character of the iconic Simpsons has a unique appearance. Marge is best known for wearing a pale green dress with white pearls. However, she’s also known for her iconic blue hair in a tall beehive hairdo. 

2. Wendy Marvell (Fairy Tail)

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The Sky Dragon Slayer Wendy Marvell is a vital character in the beloved anime Fairy Tail. The series focuses on Natsu Dragneel and his many adventures. Along the way, he meets the blue haired Wendy. She’s immensely powerful and uses magic to manipulate air.

Marvell’s famous for her long flowing blue hair that goes to her waist. Plus, two of her blue bangs gently hang over her face. Later, she rocks a short blue hairstyle too. 

3. Rick Sanchez (Rick and Morty)

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The critically acclaimed animated sitcom Rick and Morty revolves around the brilliant scientist and his grandson as they travel through space and time.

Rick’s a miserable alcoholic who knows everything about the universe. The only thing he can’t untangle is his blueish-grey hair. Honestly, Rick does have the hair of a mad scientist. 

4. Sailor Mercury (Sailor Moon)

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Sailor Moon is easily one of the most popular anime of all time. The series follows Sailor Moon and the other Sailor Soldiers as they battle evil villains. Sailor Mercury is undoubtedly one of the most powerful characters in the series. With her stylish blue hair, Sailor Mercury has a unique look different from the others.

Also known as Ami Mizuno, she has short blue hair as a civilian. She retains the blue hair when she transforms into Sailor Mercury, which matches her blue outfit and tiara. Few blue haired characters compare with Sailor Mercury. 

5. Dory (Finding Nemo and Finding Dory)

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The forgetful but kind and optimistic Dory stole the spotlight in the critically acclaimed Finding Nemo. Unlike a real-life regal blue tang, Dory rocks a short blue hairstyle. Her cool blue hair compliments her eyes and brightly colored fin.

With her contagious personality and unique design, it’s impossible not to adore the regal blue tang. She returned in the sequel, Finding Dory.

6. Nefertari Vivi (One Piece)

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Initially, the princess of the Arabasta Kingdom, Nefertari Vivi, is one of the main antagonists of the hit anime One Piece. The series revolves around the Straw Hat Pirates and their many adventures. Nefertari even joins the team at one point.

She has two distinct hairstyles in the series. At first, she has long, flowing light blue hair with two strands framing her face. Later, she wears her hair short and clipped back. 

7. Milhouse Van Houten (The Simpsons)

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Milhouse Van Houten is the nerdy best friend of Bart Simpson. He’s easily one of the most popular characters in The Simpsons.

It’s impossible to miss Millhouse with his straight blue hair, red shorts, purple t-shirt, and red glasses. He’s one of the most popular blue-haired cartoon characters. 

8. Esdeath (Akame Ga Kill)

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Akame Ga Kill revolves around a young man, Tatsumi, who meets the Night Raid assassins. He eventually joins the Night Raid to help fight against the corrupt Empire. The leader of the Empire, Esdeath proves that even blue haired characters can be notorious villains.

Often wearing her general attire, Esdeath has long, flowing light blue hair that goes to her ankles. Her blue hair compliments her dark blue eyes. 

9. Bulma (Dragon Ball Z)

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Dragon Ball Z first hit the airwaves in the late 80s, leading to a massive franchise. Throughout the series, the brilliant scientist Bulma goes through several changes. Her hairstyle is one of Bulma’s most unique trademarks. Spanning several years, Bulma’s hairstyle and color change several times during the show.

With sparklingly blue eyes, Bulma’s most prominent hair colors are blue, turquoise, and purple. Additionally, she transforms from long flowing blue hair to shoulder length and even shorter.

10. Konata Izumi (Lucky Star)

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Lucky Star follows the lives of Konata Izumi and her best friends as they navigate life in a Japanese high school. Izumi is a late bloomer who is short and lacks the assets her friends have.

The video game expert is easily recognizable with her dazzling blue hair. Her long flowing blue hair goes to her calves and matches her bright green eyes. 

11. Asada Shino (Sword Art Online)

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The popular anime Sword Art Online revolves around Kirito playing a virtual reality MMORPG game. He meets several characters while playing, notably Asada Shino.

In real-life, Shino has short brown hair and glasses. However, her avatars always have pale blue hair tied back. In the game, the blue hairstyle is one of her trademarks. 

12. Uni Ryuuzaki (Magic Knight Rayearth)

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While on a school field trip, three young girls are pulled into a magical world to save a princess. It’s safe to say the popular anime Magic Knight Rayearth wouldn’t be the same without Umi Ryuuzaki.

The outspoken and confident Ryuuzaki has the appearance of a tall supermodel. She has bright blue eyes to match her long wavy silver-blue hairstyle.

13. Rei Ayanami (Neon Genesis Evangelion)

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In the distant future, a catastrophe nearly destroys the world forever. A secret organization uses giant machines known as Evangelion to battle against beings known as angels.

With short blue hair, Rei Ayanami is an Evangelion pilot who’s a mystery at the start of the series. She’s one of the most skilled pilots, making her hugely popular in the series.