30 Cool Piggy Banks for Kids We Put Our Money on
May 2019
It’s never too early to start teaching your child about the value of earning and saving money. But how to tackle the topic in a kid-friendly way? Start by buying them a piggy bank! They’ll learn that stowing away moola—be it loose change, an allowance or birthday cash—can lead to a sweet reward. It encourages patience, strategic thinking and helps advance their math skills. Below, shop our comprehensive roundup of piggy banks for kids in 10 popular categories. Whether you’re looking for a classic ceramic hog or a unique, personalized money bank, we’ve found something you’ll squeal over.
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Large piggy banks for kids
Personalized piggy banks for kids
Ceramic piggy banks for kids
Cool piggy banks for kids
Plastic piggy banks for kids
Baby piggy banks
Cute piggy banks for kids
Electronic piggy banks for kids
Unique piggy banks for kids
Pop culture piggy banks for kids
Want that cash to really add up? Check out these big piggy banks for boys and girls. They’re all made to store more.
PIGZstore Large Piggy Bank
Keep things classic with a big, minimalist piggy bank for kids. This one has a large belly—perfect for lots of change—and a cute-as-a-button wooden noise.
Buy it: Starting from $57, Etsy.com
Pearhead Large Ceramic Polka Dot Piggy Bank
There’s something so sweet about a polka-dotted piggy bank for kids. Even sweeter? The fact that this large piggy bank is only $15, but can certainly hold way more than that! Now that’s an investment.
Buy it: $15, BedBathBeyond.com
Interior Illusions White Piggy Money Decor Coin Bank with Tiara
Looking for a giant piggy bank? Try this extra-large (or should we say extra-long) option. Not only is it fun (the hog is wearing a crown), but it spans a full foot! It’s also pretty darn chic.
Buy it: $50, Etsy.com
These personalized piggy banks for girls and boys let children stash their cash in something specially made just for them.
The Knot Shop Personalized Wooden Piggy Bank for Kids in Pink Owl
This boys’ or girls’ owl piggy bank is a real hoot. We like the fun, painted pattern and—you guessed it—the spot for personalization.
Buy it: $18, TheKnotShop.com
Red Heart Creations Kids Treasure Money Box
Help them keep their loot safe in this playful pirate chest-themed custom piggy bank. The personalization reads, “[child’s name]’s treasure” beside a printed pirate ship.
Buy it: Starting from $35, Etsy.com
The Knot Shop Personalized Wooden Piggy Bank for Kids in White Cat
This fantastic feline is printed with sweet stripes and your child’s moniker.
Buy it: $18, TheKnotShop.com
There’s something endearingly timeless about a ceramic piggy bank, which is why they make such popular baptism and first birthday gifts. Here are a couple classic options, plus one more-unique piggy bank for kids.
The Lettering Studio Ceramic Custom Piggy Bank
Get this white piggy calligraphed with baby’s name in the color of your choice—pick from pink, blue, black or a fancy metallic shade. It’s sure to make a beautiful nursery decor piece. (It’s also an excellent gift.)
Buy it: Starting from $39, Etsy.com
Child to Cherish Embellished Piggy Bank
This darling pink piggy bank has a fresh floral pattern and is topped with a bow to boot. Talk about a pretty girls’ piggy bank.
Buy it: $30, Nordstrom.com
Baby Aspen Ceramic Shark Bank
As you’ve already noticed, not all “piggy banks” for kids are actually shaped like pigs. Take this creative shark ceramic piggy bank—you toss coins between its jaws.
Buy it: $40, Nordstrom.com
What makes these piggy banks for kids so cool? Their creative designs are based on things children find especially, well, cool!
Child to Cherish Ceramic Rocket Bank
On the hunt for a piggy bank for kids that’s out of this world? This ceramic rocket ship is a total statement piece. It’s also ideal for the child obsessed with space.
Buy it: $39, Nordstrom.com
Made By Humans Balloon Money Bank in Baby Elephant
Elephant piggy banks are almost as popular as pig piggy banks. Set your kid’s money bank apart by buying a balloon animal-shaped version. This cool piggy bank comes in multiple eye-catching metallic hues.
Buy it: $40, Amazon.com
Pillowfort Dinosaur Decorative Coin Bank
Your aspiring paleontologist will roar with excitement when they see this dinosaur piggy bank. The geometric piece will fit right in in any prehistoric-themed playroom or bedroom.
Buy it: $13, Target.com
Ceramic is stylish, but it can also be fragile. These plastic piggy banks are more durable than their pottery counterparts. Because as you know, kids break stuff.
The Container Store Palaset Piggy Bank
This plastic piggy bank is clear so your kid can see their money piling up. And even if it does break, it’s only $6. Score.
Buy it: $6, ContainerStore.com
Cisco Sales Digi-Piggy Digital Coin Counting Bank
If you’re on the hunt for a digital piggy bank, consider this electronic option. It’s made from highly-durable plastic and counts US coins as they’re inserted. The real-time total gets displayed on the snout screen.
Buy it: $15, Amazon.com
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Piggy Bank
Your kid doesn’t need actual money to learn about it. This plastic piggy bank comes with toy coins to collect. It also plays songs, phrases and sounds to teach numbers.
Buy it: $15, Amazon.com
Buying for baby? These children’s piggy banks are great go-to presents for newborns. That way, they’ll have one on hand when they’re ready to start saving. In the meantime, they make precious nursery accents. They’re also lifelong keepsakes!
Susabella Baptism Gift Modern Piggy Bank
This Etsy best-seller is fashionably sleek and contemporary. Customize it with a decorative symbol (like a heart, star or cross), baby’s name and a meaningful message about the start of their life journey.
Buy it: $35, Etsy.com
Pottery Barn Kids Enamel Bank
This ABCs piggy bank for kids (inspired by baby blocks) can be customized with their first name, their birthdate and their birth height and weight. We’re obsessed with the metallic enamel finish.
Buy it: $39, PotteryBarnKids.com
Made4MeTeasures Personalized Piggy Bank
Here’s another personalized baby piggy bank you can adorn with stats. It’s large enough that there’s space for everything from the time of birth to cute footprint decals.
Buy it: Starting from $45, Etsy.com
Sometimes you just want something super-cute. These animal-themed piggy banks for kids fit the bill.
Baby Aspen Ceramic Unicorn Bank
Calling all parents of fairytale lovers! Get a load of this enchanting unicorn piggy bank, complete with a pastel ribbon “mane.”
Buy it: $40, Nordstrom.com
Cloud Island Decorative Coin Bank Fox
If you’re designing a woodland-themed nursery, this piggy bank for kids would make the perfect finishing touch. The white, modern piece is shaped like a friendly fox.
Buy it: $13, Target.com
Pillowfort Earthenware Whale Coin Bank
Narwhals are currently all the rage, so here’s a cute piggy bank for kids shaped like the unicorn of the sea. No wonder it’s got a bashful face—it knows how adorable it is!
Buy it: $13, Target.com
It’s a digital age, so of course you can buy electronic piggy banks for kids. These smart products move, count and overall delight.
HUSAN Mini ATM Electronic Piggy Bank
Older kids will love using this toy ATM, which they can even lock with their own special password. It comes as a pink piggy bank, a blue one, a red one or even a camo one.
Buy it: $22, Amazon.com
Liberty Imports My Dog Piggy Bank
This dog piggy bank is doggone impressive. Place coins in the pup’s bowl and watch in awe as he gobbles them up! How’s that for an entertaining electronic piggy bank?
Buy it: $13, Amazon.com
Imcolorful Stealing Coin Panda Box
Or, buy this electronic panda piggy bank, which is similarly attention-grabbing. Put US coins in the designated spot and wait in wonder for the critter to emerge, politely thank you for your contribution and retreat back into the box with your money. Kids and guests alike will get a major kick out of it!
Buy it: $13, Amazon.com
Stand out from the crowd with one of these unique piggy banks for kids. They’re made from fresh materials or come in creative shapes.
Pottery Barn Kids Animal Bank
This unique piggy bank, with an acrylic center that shows off its stash, comes as either a gray elephant or a white giraffe. It’s great for a jungle-themed room, and the wooden-meets-transparent design is stylishly unexpected.
Buy it: $29, PotteryBarnKids.com
Black Forest Wooden Piggy Bank with Bark
Or, go all out with wood! This large, rustic piggy bank for kids is handcrafted from tree bark, aside from the sweet leather ears.
Buy it: $50, Amazon.com
Baby Aspen Simply Enchanted Ceramic Castle Bank
Here’s more proof that piggy banks for kids come in practically any shape imaginable. Your little prince or princess will smile as soon as they see this castle piggy bank for boys or girls.
Buy it: $48, Nordstrom.com
Your budding TV or movie critic can share their passion for saving with their favorite fictional character, courtesy of these children’s piggy banks.
Toy Story 4 Pig Ham Coin Bank
Now your child can own their own Toy Story piggy bank, shaped like the series’ beloved Ham.
Buy it: $13, Target.com
Pokemon Pikachu Coin Bank
Searching for a Pokemon piggy bank to satisfy your kids’ Pikachu obsession? Here you go.
Buy it: $35, Target.com
Batman Bust Bank
This super Batman piggy bank for kids is shaped like their hero. And you know he’ll keep their money safe from robbers!
Buy it: $15, Amazon.com
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Published May 2019
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