Cute Dog Names – Over 200 Adorable Names for Boy and Girl Puppies

Cute Female Dog Names

Sweet enough, but not quite right for your pup? You can always take a more traditional slant on finding cute names for female dogs! Classic feminine names can be super cute. Especially with floral themes, or a fragile nature. If your little girl is a delicate darling, why not choose something that shows that off even more. Here are some of our favorite cute girl dog names.

• Rosie
• Lily
• Daffodil
• Marigold
• Dahlia
• Iris
• Jasmine
• Camilia
• Violet
• Peony
• Poppy
• Azalea
• Hyacinth
• Petunia
• Bluebell
• Carnation
• Begonia
• Angel
• Allie
• Roxie
• Heidi
• Cleo
• Marley
• Lulu
• Bella
• Lucca
• Sandy
• Baby
• Mavis
• Maggie
• Dana
• Dawn
• Ginger
• Diamond

For more cute female names, try making lists of flowers, fabrics (think Lacey, Velvet, Chenille), herbs and trees.

Cute Male Dog Names

Let’s not forget about the boys! You might worry that your boy should have a rough and tough name, but cute boy dog names can work really well. After all, your little boy is just as adorable as any little girl puppy. It’s amazing how many male names are actually really sweet when you start to think about it! Super cute dog names for boys include:

• Buddy
• Buzz
• Mac
• Beau
• Fido
• Duke
• Murphy
• Boots
• Sam
• Chip
• Billy
• Bobby
• Oscar
• Otis
• Archie
• Caesar
• Banjo
• Buttons
• Max
• Alfie
• Charlie
• Otto
• Mack
• Sandy
• Dusty
• Arthur
• Rexy
• Chip
• Toto
• Socks
• Rusty
• Ollie
• Danny
• Taylor
• Cooper

Cool Names for Cute Dogs

Some of the coolest names for puppies are ones that already have special meaning. Which makes them really quite adorable, as well as cool. When naming your pup, you may want to think about your favorite sport, pastime or vacation spot. Something or somewhere that puts the ‘awwwww’ into awesome.

• India
• Summer
• Racket
• Meadow
• Soccer
• Laker
• Autumn
• Harley
• Domino
• Chase
• Ace
• River
• Racer
• Lightning
• Bolt
• Electron
• Spark
• Volt
• Electro
• Kilowatt
• Flash
• Blaze
• Buzz
• Boogie
• Turbo
• Flyer
• Zipper
• Swifty
• Pounce
• Frisk
• Speed
• Twitch
• Firecracker
• Bullet
• Diesel
• Cowboy

Unusual Cute Dog Names

Being cool is always fun, but what if you want something even more standout for your little cutie? We all want to be different. Which can be a challenge, given that it’s a rather universal desire! Fortunately, there is so much scope out there when it comes to names. You can literally be inspired by anything, or anyone you like. So if your dog is one of a kind, then why not go for a name that is just as special as he is. Here are a few of our favorites.

• Copernicus
• Figaro
• Phineas
• Watson
• Zoe
• Gargoyle
• Gideon
• Octavia
• Zander
• Xavier
• Echo
• Wren
• Rain
• Aspen
• Luna
• Finn
• Leif
• Pork
• Squirrel
• Giant
• Grizzly
• Donut
• Magneto
• Yoda
• Taco
• Astro
• Attitude
• Whiskey
• Tequila

Cute Japanese Dog Names

Another way to be different, is to look further afield for your inspiration. Japan is rich in culture, blessing the world with food, technology, fashion and so much more. How unique would you sound calling out one of these gorgeous names at the dog park!

• Yoshi – Lucky
• Hotaru – Firefly
• Keiko – Blessed child
• Kyo – Cooperative
• Haru – Spring
• Akira – Clear
• Hiro – Generous
• Daiki – Nobility
• Pikachu – Anime character
• Nao – Honesty
• Sake – A Japanese drink
• Totoro – Anime character
• Yori – Trust
• Yuki – Happiness or Snow
• Toshi – Wise
• Kiko – Chronicle child
• Aiko – Child of love

Cute Dog Names Inspired by Food

Food themes are a great way to find cute girl puppy names, and they can work for boys too! There’s something a little exotic and mysterious about a foreign name. You might also consider naming your new pup after your favorite food, to be a bit different! There is something seriously sweet about foody dog names. Either those based on candies, or those that are a little more off the wall. Do any of these culinary ideas hit your taste buds just right?

• Biscuit
• Nutella
• Brownie
• Gummy
• Cheddar
• Tutti Frutti
• Cocoa
• Tango
• Cookie
• Flapjack
• Vino
• Ginger
• Basil
• Guinness
• Cupcake
• Honey
• Cotton Candy
• Peaches
• Zest
• Snickers
• Peanut
• Waffle
• Pepper
• Crumpet
• Pickles
• Porkchop
• Olive
• Oreo
• Whiskey

Cute Animal Names

Some of our favorite animals have adorable names. Here are a few that make cute boy puppy names and several that make great names for girl dogs too.

• Puffin
• Mouse
• Beetle
• Pigeon
• Budgie
• Robin
• Mink
• Minnow
• Gecko
• Sparrow

Small Cute Dog Names

Cuteness is as cuteness does. And there is nothing quite as delightful as a petite puppy! If you have a small dog like a Maltese, Chihuahua, or a gorgeous Pom, you might like a name as teeny tiny as they are. Something short, sweet, and definitely cute.

• Pip
• Elf
• Kit
• Dinky
• Odie
• Flip
• Puck
• Squeak
• Bullet
• Dob
• Spot
• Lucy
• Lady
• Lucky
• Cody
• Bug
• Love
• Tink
• Bud
• Mini
• Titch
• Nano
• Kip
• Pink
• Bits
• Link
• Micro
• Flopsy
• Pop

Big Cute Dog Names

Let’s not leave out our more substantial pupsters! Your puppy may be small now, but you will see an amazing amount of growth within just a year. Especially if you have chosen a large or giant breed. A St. Bernard, Bullmastiff, or Cane Corso may gain a whopping 70 pounds in just one year! But big certainly doesn’t mean brutish. And your full grown pup will be just as adorable as your dog is now. Some of our favorite cute names for big pets include:

• Cosmos
• Star
• Tank
• Luna
• Galaxy
• Zeus
• Bluto
• Bruiser
• Hulk
• Moose
• Moby
• Titan
• Terminator
• Bear
• Big Ben
• Hercules
• Mufasa
• Thor
• Hoss
• Godzilla
• Gigantor
• Jabba
• Hagrid
• Kong
• Sumo
• Nero
• Stag

Cute Names For Black Dogs

It can be fun to match your dog’s name to their coat color. When it comes to black dogs the world of nature is often your friend. Think minerals, tiny insects, and also some of the tiny things around your home.

• Button
• Beetle
• Coal
• Spider
• Scorpion
• Sting
• Onyx
• Boot
• Ebony
• Ash

Cute Names For White Dogs

For white dogs think winter, ice, and snow! Or white flowers, or names that mean white in other languages

   

• Pearl
• Snowflake
• Jasmine
• Snowdrop
• Frosty
• Polar
• Anemone
• Sorbet
• Surf
• Finn (Irish)
• Wynn (Welsh)
• Alba (Latin)

Funny Names for Cute Dogs

When you start trying to think of giant names that are still cute, things can get a little silly… You can be cute and also amusing. Which is great, because laughter is joyful. Funny names can bring a real smile to your friends’ faces. Be creative, but remember not to take the joke too far. You don’t want to end up red faced at the dog park! From the pun-tastic, to the plain absurd, here are some ideas to kick you off.

• Mr. Barks-a-lot
• Brad Sit
• Droolius Maximus
• Bad News
• Miss Sprinkle
• Dog
• Diamond in the Ruff
• Mary Puppins
• Sir Chews-a-lot
• Pavlov’s Dog
• Lucyfur
• Cat
• Crash
• Calamity
• Menace
• Mayhem
• Pandora
• Pandemonium
• Troublemaker
• Gremlin
• Discord
• Vex
• Commotion
• Loki
• Entropy
• Havoc
• Anarchy
• Mess
• Aspirin

The Best Cute Dog Names

The best name is the one that really speaks to you and fits your dog. You’ll want to pick a name you don’t mind saying again and again. Call your new dog by each of the names you are drawn to, and see which one sounds like a good fit. Who knows? Maybe your dog will choose its own name by responding enthusiastically! What’s your dog called? We’d love to hear more cute names dog lovers can’t resist. Let us know in the comments below!

Having trouble deciding?

Just because your pup is super cute, doesn’t mean they need a cute name! Check out our huge Dog Names Library for ideas to suit every dog and their owner. Or check out these other fun category specific lists, packed full of awesome ideas for naming your pup.

• Female Dog Names
• Male Dog Names
• Unique Dog Names
• Cool Dog Names
• Tough Dog Names
• Small Dog Names

And don’t forget to share your favorite super cute dog names in the comment section below!