We have hundreds of ideas of amazing Cocker Spaniel names for you to choose from below. Along with inspiration for choosing unusual ideas of your own. Helping you to find a great shortlist of names that even the most inflexible members of the family can get on board with!
Best Cocker Spaniel Names
The best Cocker Spaniel names show off their gorgeous good looks and loyal, energetic personalities. But they can also say something about your likes, style and taste too! In many ways, Cocker Spaniels really are the perfect pet. They’re not too small, but not too big. They are friendly, yet not overly pushy. And they are always up for fun. It’s not hard to pick good names for Cocker Spaniels as there is inspiration everywhere. But narrowing them down can be harder! Let’s begin with traditional, human style options.
Cocker Spaniel Names – Female
As a society, we often name dogs after people. After all, we see them as part of our family! So you may prefer something that is a bit more like a person’s name for your pup. We picked these because they’re full of sugar and spice and everything nice, just like these adorable doggos.
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- Allie
- Amy
- Annie
- Ari
- Bella
- Betty
- Brandy
- Callie
- Camilla
- Cassie
- Flora
- Ginny
- Hope
- Isla
- Ivy
- Jemma
- Jessy
- Joy
- Kallie
- Kiki
- Leah
- Lettie
- Lexi
- Lilly
- Lorelei
- Lotta
- Lucy
- Luna
- Mandy
- Mellie
- Mercedes
- Mila
- Minnie
- Missy
- Misty
- Molly
- Nina
- Opal
- Penny
- Phoebe
- Roxy
- Sally
- Sasha
- Sheba
- Shelby
- Stella
- Tammy
- Tiara
- Trixie
- Winnie
Need More Ideas?
The great thing about human style names is that they can still make a statement. Choosing something modern or that would on a person be considered old fashioned, can really say something. Need some more Cocker Spaniel girl names? Write down a name that you quite like but don’t love, and use it to brainstorm more similar ideas!
Cocker Spaniel Names – Male
How about names for that boy dog you just brought home? Your little boy doesn’t just need traditionally masculine human names, he can also have something with a softer edge. Because, let’s face it, he’s a serious cutie!
- Archie
- Arthur
- Bailey
- Billy
- Blaise
- Boomer
- Brody
- Buddy
- Chase
- Chester
- Cody
- Danny
- Dexter
- Frankie
- Henry
- Jasper
- Jax
- Jesse
- Kell
- Leo
- Lester
- Lexis
- Max
- Milo
- Murphy
- Nigel
- Oscar
- Ollie
- Quincy
- Petie
- Raphael
- Remy
- Robby
- Rory
- Sammy
- Taj
- Theo
- Toby
- Tristan
- Walker
- Xander
Other Great Boy Names
Not quite sure about one of these? Then use your brainstorming skills to work out some new Cocker Spaniel names boys that will suit you down to the ground. Pick a topic area, like a brand or location you love, and go wild on a piece of paper jotting down words that you associate with it.
Cocker Spaniel Puppy Names – Female and Feminine
When you’re choosing a puppy name for a female Cocker Spaniel, she is going to grow up into a real sweetie. Your puppy name should be cute, but not too cloying for an adult dog. And remember, shorter is better for puppies!
These names are more traditionally feminine.
- Beauty
- Buttercup
- Clem
- Cloud
- Daphne
- Dew
- India
- Kayla
- Lola
- Love
- Minnie
- Mercedes
- Munchkin
- Noelle
- River
- Sara
- Shelby
- Sindy
- Snowdrop
- Sweetie
- Sunshine
- Valley
Cocker Spaniel Puppy Names – Male
Here are some super-cute yet masculine names for your Cocker Spaniel. Ideas that hint towards his adorable little boy-ness, but aren’t too one the nose for a male dog.
- Ace
- Bean
- Ben
- Boots
- Buddy
- Chase
- Chip
- Finn
- Gus
- Kai
- Lucas
- Murphy
- Marley
- Nico
- Percy
- Pip
- Puppaccino
- Quinn
- Webster
- Whiz
- Zedd
Cute Cocker Spaniel Names
Cocker Spaniels, with their curly fur and long ears, definitely meet the definition of cute! If you’re looking for a name to go with all that built-in adorableness, may we suggest one of these. And yes, we have included some food-based names, because — cute!
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- Almond
- Baby
- Banjo
- Barkley
- Bitsy
- Cleo
- Chewy
- Cookie
- Jasmine
- Java
- Jingles
- Juniper
- Jonquil
- Lucky
- Mopsy
- Moxie
- Nova
- Nibbles
- Nugget
- Pancakes
- Peanut
- Pebbles
- Pip
- Poppy
- Pup Tart
- Prince
- Princess
- Scampers
- Sugar
- Sweetpea
- Swizzle
- Tater Tot
- Tinks
- Twix
- Tofu
- Waffles
- Widget
- Wiggles
- Whiskers
- Waddles
- Zippy
Cool Cocker Spaniel Names
Want your Cocker Spaniel to have a name that’s more edgy and hip than cute and sweet? Here are some options for you!
- Angel
- Bandit
- Baxter
- Chianti
- Genie
- Gypsy
- Haddie
- Havana
- Harley
- Iggy
- Izzy
- Jade
- Jezebel
- Liberty
- Lotus
- Odessa
- Ozzy
- Phoebe
- Porsche
- Selkie
- Sphinx
- Stella
- Tiger
- Trinity
- Xavier
Unique Cocker Spaniel Names
Want a more unusual name for your unique pup? Here are some you might like. Some are ironic, some are cool, some are just fun!
- Apollo
- Addison
- Aria
- Bacon
- Bear
- Beau
- Binx
- Calvin
- Chewy
- Chico
- Cormoran
- Eggroll
- Egbert
- Gizmo
- Hobbes
- India
- Jarvis
- Jinx
- Kahlua
- Mister Fluffers
- Pixel
- Pixie
- Rocky
- Rio
- Wolfgang
Cocker Spaniel Names Based On Appearance
Do you need a name for a Cocker Spaniel based on color, pattern, or some other unusual or interesting characteristic? Whether you want black Cocker Spaniel names, golden Cocker Spaniel names, or something to reflect your pup’s shining personality, here’s where to look.
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- Ash
- Blue
- Brandy
- Chantilly
- Cinders
- Cinnamon
- Coco
- Diamond
- Ginger
- Hazel
- Honey
- Indigo
- Isis
- Ivory
- Java
- Jett
- Kona
- Mango
- Merle
- Muffin
- Mocha
- Olive
- Oreo
- Patches
- Peaches
- Pearl
- Pepper
- Periwinkle
- Raisin
- Sage
- Sienna
- Shadow
- Smoky
- Snickers
- Sparkle
- Sunny
- Taffy
- Twinkie
- Willow
- Velvet
Working Cocker Spaniel Names
Cocker Spaniels are hunters at heart, although their love for human companionship makes them great lap dogs and therapy dogs. But when naming a dog that will be working with you, you’ll want a name that’s slightly more dignified, and reflective of her abilities. Here are some great options for both male and female pups!
- Bandit
- Biscuit
- Bramble
- Brewster
- Buddy
- Chip
- Clyde
- Cody
- Dash
- Duke
- Elle
- Faith
- Flash
- Grace
- Harley
- Hunter
- McKenzie
- Mia
- Nike
- Nipper
- Piccolo
- Rocket
- Riley
- Sally
- Serena
- Spirit
- Skye
- Willow
- Winston
- Zippy
Famous Cocker Spaniel Names
We’ve taken these names from real Cocker Spaniels you may have heard of, so you can see what some people have named their famous dogs!
- Arthur (Elton John’s dog)
- Butch (Saturday Evening Post dog)
- Checkers (Richard Nixon’s dog)
- Einstein (George Clooney’s dog)
- Sadie (Oprah’s dog)
- Sophie (Oprah’s dog)
- Solomon (Oprah’s dog)
Or consider the names celebrities have given to other breeds of dog.
- Asia (Lady Gaga’s dog)
- Finn (Amanda Seyfried’s dog)
- Penny (Blake Lively’s dog)
- Vida (Demi Moore’s dog)
- Flossie (Drew Barrymore’s dog)
- Noodles (Kelly Osbourne’s dog)
- Sid (Jessia Biel’s dog)
Famous Fictional Character Names for Cocker Spaniels
Get inspired with the names of people you admire! Or you might consider some famous animal characters from movies and TV shows. For example, one of the world’s most famous Spaniels is Lady, from Disney’s Lady and the Tramp. Sounds like a good name, right?
- Arya
- Blanche
- Chance
- Copper
- Lady
- Loki
- Merlin
- Millhouse
- Nala
- Otis
- Quark
- Sherlock
- Simba
- Tinkerbell
- Tramp
- Pippin
- Puddles
- Shasta
- Snorlax
- Zelda
Famous People Names for Cocker Spaniels
Maybe you take your inspiration from the names of real people? If so, try this little list. Remember, you can choose names from your favorite musicians, artists, writers, celebrities, politicians, and more. You can even name your dog after a family member. Just check with them first!
- Amadeus
- Amelia
- Blanche
- Beckett
- Bogart
- Elvis
- Errol
- Fergie
- Guinevere
- Gracie
- Jacqueline
- Harper
- Hamilton
- Maya
- Langston
- Mahala
- Poe
- Rumi
- Selena
- Wagner
Best Cocker Spaniel Names
The best Cocker Spaniel names celebrate their breed as well as your own personal style. Additionally, the right name can assist with your dog’s training. The wrong one might cause problems. For example, naming your dog something like “Nolan,” with the “no” sound, might give your pup bad associations with the name. If you use “Kit,” it might sound too much like “sit.” Also, it can cause confusion if you choose a name too similar to that of another pet.
Alternatively, picking a silly name might make you embarrassed if you’re calling out for your dog. It pays to think ahead, but not overthink it. Whatever you decide will be okay, and wonderful to you because it represents your furry bestie.
Still not sure?
Are you looking for the top Cocker Spaniel names? Many of these qualify! But maybe you still haven’t found what you’re looking for. Talk to friends and family – scour our names section, put out a call on social media!
Take Your Time
Don’t forget, you don’t need to name your puppy immediately. If you like you can take a few days to figure out your puppy’s personality. Then you can pick the name that’s the most suited to you and your dog. Ultimately, it’s your decision. The best Cocker Spaniel dog names are up to you!
What’s your dog’s name? Let us know in the comments below.
Kevin says
Thank you, your names are excellent. I just read thru it to get ideas. I haven’t even got my puppy yet. I will wait to see my dogs personalty. Looking at the list, I like beau or buddy or prince(maybe not). Thanks, Kevin
Susan Gustafson says
My puppy cocker spaniels is a male we called Henri
He is a lover for sure I always had females so I was verbrelutant to get a male
Janet Downey says
Bambam is my boys name , next female pup will be called pebbles
N says
Another name for a female golden cocker spaniel could be Zlata. It mean “golden” in Slavic languages.
Linda Roberts says
Fancy. Fancy Dutchess Guinevere! Because she is a chocolate fancy girl.
Karen Bain says
My Cockers name is Bentley
EddMonD says
Thank you there are so many good name’s here, it helped me to choose my dog’s name
Cherry says
Nala is my dogs name it is a cockerspaniel puppy