I don't think there is one. Though, the Latin word for horse is equus, and the Latin word for horn is cornu, which, I think, is how unicorn got it's name. So, just put together Latin translated characteristics of a unicorn, such a white fur, to put together a name. ~Kidiu
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The scientific name for unicorn is "Equus monoceros." However, it is important to note that unicorns are mythical creatures and do not actually exist in the real world.
Since they never existed except in folklore, it is doubtful they have a scientific name.
There is no scientific evidence that unicorns exist so scientists can not properly categorize an unicorn and give it a scientific name.
A gummy narwhal is made to look like the real whale family member of Arctic waters. So why should the scientific name be any different? The real name in the Linnaean system of scientific classification is Monodon monoceros, which is Greek for 'one tooth one tusk'.
The scientific name for squids is Decapodiformes.
The scientific name for chrysanthemums is Chrysanthemum spp.
The scientific name for cnidaria is Cnidaria.
The scientific name of paste is "Liquorice Glaberrima."