Approved name for a pirate ship:
"The Laughing Owl"
Notes: The owl is a predator and considered to be a harbinger of death which make it a fitting emblem for any who prey on their fellow men, its nocturnal nature only makes it more suitable for those who operate outside the law and wish to avoid detection. Laughter suggests a carefree attitude with little regard for consequences, appropriate for those who thumb their noses at the law and seek a freer life under the black flag. Finally, the name's origins in an actual creature provides a respectable source should you be asked to explain it to law-abiding members of society.