🐾Mascot: "Lobos"
88 schools use the "Lobos" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 88 schools
- States represented
- 12 states
- Most common state
- Texas (33)
- Top state per capita
- New Mexico
- Popular school level
- High School (33)
- Mascot type
- Animal • Mammal
Most common states: Texas (33), California (18), Arizona (12)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (9)RedBlack
- (6)RedWhite
- (5)Royal BlueWhite
- (5)NavyVegas Gold
- (4)Royal BlueSilver
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
If you've ever heard of the mascot "Lobos," you're probably thinking of a fierce and cool wolf. The word "Lobos" is Spanish for wolves, and it's a mascot that's gained a lot of popularity, especially in New Mexico. This tough-sounding name is paired with an undeniably cute animal, making it a favorite among many students. The University of New Mexico, for instance, adopted the Lobo nickname back in 1920, and it's been a symbol of strength and loyalty ever since🐾. With 88 schools using this mascot, it's clear that the Lobos spirit is all about being fierce, intelligent, and protective of their pack. So, whether you're on the court or in the classroom, being a Lobo means you're part of a strong and proud community🏆.
Community Voices
Hear how the Lobos fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 33 programs flying the Lobos banner across Texas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Casey Carter
Texas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like New Mexico. With 9 schools per million residents, the Lobos is part of daily conversations here.”
Rowan Sullivan
New Mexico Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Lobos delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Riley Vargas
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Lobos Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
88 schools in our database use the Lobos mascot across 12 states.
The Lobos shows up most in Texas (33), California (18), and Arizona (12). Nm also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Lobos as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and known for its tough tone.
High School programs adopt the Lobos most often (33 schools). Elementary (32) and Other (12) also feature this mascot.