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Labrador Names – Over 300 Yellow, Black and Chocolate Lab Names

November 2, 2019 By Shannon Cutts 21 Comments

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Labrador Retrievers have been the most popular dog breed in the United States for nearly thirty years, according to the AKC, so it’s no wonder that “Labrador names” is a frequent search inquiry! Labs are intelligent, friendly, loving, and adorable. Is it possible to find a name that reflects all those qualities and more?

In a word, yes!

But there may be several contenders for perfect Labrador Retriever names. Coming up in this article, we have compiled lists of awesome Labrador names specifically for certain characteristics, such as black Lab names, yellow Lab names, chocolate Lab names, male or female Lab names, as well as names with a variety of inspirations.

Our Favorite Labrador Names

Our fifty favorite Labrador Retriever names for 2019 cover a variety inspired by our lists for black Lab names, chocolate Lab names, unique Labrador names, and more, are:

  1. Westie
  2. Tiara
  3. Kieran
  4. Marley
  5. Harvey
  6. Martha
  7. Buddy
  8. Tango
  9. Fudge
  10. Mars
  11. Sedona
  12. Lightning
  13. Arizona
  14. Dave
  15. Hal
  16. Algernon
  17. Flynn
  18. Fiona
  19. Clara
  20. Noram
  21. Arianna
  22. Peony
  23. Ryder
  24. Madonna
  25. Coconut
  26. Eiderdown
  27. Riptide
  28. BeeBee
  29. Lillian
  30. Browntown
  31. Lister
  32. Pollyanna
  33. Russet
  34. Lil Lady
  35. Wilson
  36. Cheddar
  37. Starlight
  38. Pumpkin
  39. Yesterday
  40. Waffles
  41. Liam
  42. Aurora
  43. Peach
  44. Onyx
  45. Ruff
  46. Cosmos
  47. Auntie
  48. Taz
  49. Willow
  50. Mocha

Best Labrador Retriever Names

Labradors are pretty awesome. They’re friendly, smart, playful, hard workers, and fantastic companion animals.

They’re also known for their lovable personalities.

Oh, and the fact that they’re so cute at every age!

It’s only natural to want to name your Lab something that reflects one of her fantastic qualities. You may want a name that references her beautiful chocolate coat, or how cute she was as a puppy, or maybe even her annoying-but-still-adorable habit of trying to help you in the garden by digging up every plant, whether it’s a weed or not.

Regardless of what type of Lab you have, we’re confident that you will find the perfect name somewhere here on this list. In fact, the main problem may be deciding which one of your own top ten best fits your pup!

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Female Lab Names

For Lab names for girls, we’ve taken inspiration from the Lab’s wonderful character. These female Lab names are great whether you’ve brought home a female Lab puppy, or you’re adopting a full grown lady Lab.

Take a look at our top female Lab names right here!

  1. Katie
  2. CeCe
  3. Maria
  4. Gia
  5. Charice
  6. Norah
  7. Aria
  8. Summer
  9. Averie
  10. Ruth
  11. Lea
  12. Naomi
  13. Farah
  14. Artemis
  15. Natasha
  16. Anna
  17. Eugenia
  18. Irina
  19. Kira
  20. Clara
  21. Kiana
  22. Bree
  23. Cadee
  24. Cass (short for Cassidy)
  25. Fiona

Male Labrador Names

Boy Lab names may reference exactly how handsome and spirited your Lab is. Or it could be a funny reference to his sense of humor!

Here are some of our favorite choices for personality-filled options.

  1. Hal
  2. Don
  3. Rafi
  4. Axel
  5. Henri
  6. Gabe
  7. Zenon
  8. Algernon
  9. Nino
  10. Luc
  11. Damir
  12. Alexei
  13. Roman
  14. Harrison
  15. Lachlan
  16. Kevin
  17. Connor
  18. Shane
  19. Griffin
  20. Murphy
  21. Rory
  22. Tag
  23. Flynn
  24. Alvy
  25. Brady

Good Labrador Names

Every dog is a good dog, right? And good dogs deserve good names!

If you have a good dog (and of course you do), you’ll probably want to consider some of these options.

  1. Hannity
  2. Donnal
  3. Afi
  4. Zelia
  5. Gaston
  6. Gargle
  7. Xena
  8. Algie
  9. Nina
  10. Alucard
  11. Kath
  12. Conoy
  13. Miriam
  14. Gianni
  15. Char
  16. Noram
  17. Arianna
  18. Autumn
  19. Evie
  20. Ross
  21. Marina
  22. Rhianna
  23. Rhiannon
  24. Talbot
  25. Mishael

Chocolate Lab Names

Chocolate is one of the three primary coat colors (the other two are yellow and black) according to the official breed standard.

These chocolate Lab names strive to capture how lovely a chocolate brown Labrador can be in all varieties of shade.

  1. Brindle
  2. Mohave
  3. Sherwood
  4. Hickory
  5. Bamboo
  6. Espresso
  7. Alder
  8. Matrix
  9. Jasper (a gemstone)
  10. Corkie
  11. Willow
  12. Mocha
  13. Ruff
  14. Russet
  15. Waffles
  16. Browntown
  17. Cosmos
  18. Cello
  19. Lotus
  20. Heather
  21. Hoppy
  22. Khaki
  23. Brandy
  24. Mustang
  25. Balsa

Yellow Lab Names

The golden coat color some Labradors show off is a color on the spectrum of the yellow Lab, as is the fox red Labrador (learn more about Labrador coat color genetics here).

More recently we’ve also begun to see more Goldadors, a hybrid dog breed. Puppies have one Labrador parent and one Golden Retriever parent. Yellow Lab names may work very well for this mix, as well!

These yellow Lab names can help you express your love for the beauty of your golden pup’s unique coat.

  1. Buttermilk
  2. Sunflower
  3. Banana
  4. Hazel
  5. Mango
  6. Honey
  7. Maize
  8. Amber
  9. Papaya
  10. Geode
  11. Beryl
  12. Peach
  13. Pumpkin
  14. Monarch
  15. Lion
  16. King
  17. Prince
  18. Glint
  19. Cheddar
  20. Sparkle
  21. Shine
  22. Royal
  23. Sequin
  24. Platinum
  25. Angelfood Cake

Fox Red Labrador Names

The fox red Labrador is truly one of the most unique and beautiful of all the Labrador coat colors.

What is most interesting is that the fox red coat color isn’t actually considered “red,” per se, but rather is actually one variation out of the many shades contained within the yellow coat color spectrum.

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Choose one of these, or let this list inspire you to find your own perfect name for your fox red Lab.

  1. Flame
  2. Cardinal
  3. Cherry
  4. Scarlet
  5. Zinny (short for Zinnia)
  6. Poppy
  7. Coral
  8. Ruby
  9. Ginger
  10. Tabby
  11. Scorpion
  12. Howler
  13. Rose
  14. Chrissy (short for Chrysanthemum)
  15. Azalea
  16. Pepper
  17. Berry
  18. Redbud
  19. Stellar
  20. Mars
  21. Venus
  22. Sedona
  23. Arizona
  24. Bryce (after Bryce Canyon National park red rock formations)
  25. Garnet

White Labrador Names

These choices for both males and females can help you capture your white Lab’s rare and stunningly beautiful coat color.

  1. Lightning
  2. Blizzard
  3. Pearl
  4. White Star
  5. Glacier
  6. Ghost
  7. Aspen
  8. Sugarplum
  9. Ametrine (a lavender-white stone)
  10. Marble
  11. Opal
  12. Flake
  13. Ocean
  14. Iris
  15. Peony
  16. Coco(nut)
  17. Whisper
  18. Spirit
  19. Eskimo
  20. Lily
  21. (White) Knight
  22. Camellia
  23. Tulip
  24. Snowdrop
  25. Magnolia

Black Lab Names

Did you know that black was initially the most favored coat color for Labrador dogs?

Today, of course, everyone has their opinion on this lively topic and there are more coat colors than ever before to choose from. Meanwhile, when it comes to finding a great moniker, you’ll surely want to look at some specifically black Lab names!

If you are seeking the perfect black Lab names, one of these might be the lucky winner.

  1. Pitch
  2. Atomic
  3. Steam
  4. Smoke
  5. Ember
  6. Fossil
  7. Char
  8. Taz (short for Tasmanite, a black mineral)
  9. Glow
  10. Miner
  11. Onyx
  12. Gunny
  13. Astral
  14. Gamma
  15. Fireball
  16. Spinel (a black stone)
  17. Radio
  18. Aurora
  19. Eclipse
  20. Flare
  21. Lunar
  22. Nova
  23. Drusy (a black crystal stone)
  24. Pirate
  25. Hema (short for Hematite)

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Cool Labrador Names

Reaching into different cultures and languages can yield neat ideas such as these cool English and Indian dog names for female Labradors and male Labradors.

English names:

  1. Amee (beloved)
  2. Bella (beautiful)
  3. Candace (queen mother)
  4. Diane (heavenly)
  5. Evangenline (good news)
  6. Maximus (greatest)
  7. Kwan (strong)
  8. Benedict (blessed)
  9. Constant (steadfast)
  10. Hugo (smart)

Indian names:

  1. Sai (divine)
  2. Baba (teacher)
  3. Arjun (honor)
  4. Kabir (great)
  5. Raj (king)
  6. Anika (grace)
  7. Chanda (moon)
  8. Jaya (victory)
  9. Keya (flower)
  10. Mirai (miracle)

Cute Labrador Names

These cute monikers aim to capture that all-too-brief puppy cuteness while still making room for the big adult dog that has yet to appear.

  1. Amelie
  2. Mason
  3. Liam
  4. Adley
  5. Lora
  6. Jack
  7. Bagel
  8. Lox
  9. Teddy
  10. Gumdrop
  11. Lucky
  12. Pookie
  13. BeeBee
  14. Lil Lady
  15. Winkles
  16. Tori
  17. Ama
  18. Hutch
  19. Logan
  20. Hurdler
  21. Chickie
  22. Tiko
  23. Saffy (short for Saffron)
  24. Chuckit
  25. Beau
  26. Eiderdown
  27. Minx
  28. Silly Putty
  29. Graham
  30. Cokie
  31. Eyelet
  32. Janie
  33. Ocho
  34. Miracle
  35. Zoomer
  36. Lass
  37. Laddie
  38. Sunset
  39. Mr. Chips
  40. Carroll
  41. Dave
  42. Wilson
  43. Daisy
  44. Tiara
  45. Princess

Unique Lab Names

Learning more about Labrador breed development is a great way to brainstorm unique Labrador dog names with interesting, significant meanings.

These names are all inspired by the Labrador’s early breed development and history and the people and pups who contributed to that history.

  1. John
  2. Hubert
  3. Duke
  4. Nell
  5. Scott
  6. Norfolk
  7. Buccleah
  8. Avon
  9. Ben
  10. C.J.
  11. Lassie
  12. Lorna
  13. Banchory
  14. Bolo
  15. Night Light
  16. Riptide
  17. Star
  18. Cola
  19. Simba
  20. Hibbert
  21. Fudge
  22. Ming
  23. Arden
  24. Defender
  25. Khan
  26. Tango
  27. Kim
  28. Sultan

Also, be sure to take a look at this list of even more unique dog names.

Famous Labrador Names

When you share your life with a Labrador, or any other kind of dog, there is no doubt who the celebrity is in your household.

   

And this is true even for “real” celebrities whose Labs are front and center in their lives as well.

Here is naming inspiration from some famous Labrador owners and their pups.

  1. Flossie (Drew Barrymore)
  2. Jackson (Dick Cheney)
  3. Dave (Dick Cheney)
  4. Buddy (Bill Clinton)
  5. Seamus (Bill Clinton)
  6. Bubba (Minnie Driver)
  7. Marley (Edie Falco)
  8. Rex (Sarah Maclachlan)
  9. Luca (MaryKate Olsen)
  10. Holden (Gwyneth Paltrow)
  11. Roger (Steve Martin)
  12. Esmerelda (Anne Hathaway)
  13. Rosello (Hulk Hogan)
  14. Harvey (Prince Charles)
  15. Martha (Jennifer Garner)
  16. Spinee (Sandra Bullock)
  17. Oliver (Tommy Hilfiger)
  18. Waylan (Miranda Lambert)
  19. Koni (Vladimir Putin)
  20. Storm (Ben Fogle)
  21. Inca (Ben Fogle)
  22. Gustav (Arnold Schwarzenegger)
  23. Endal (Royal Navy Officer Allen Parton)
  24. Spike (canine star of “Old Yeller”)
  25. Saddie (Lance Corporal Karen Yardley)

Labrador Names Summary

Naming a dog is an incredibly important part of bringing home your new best friend. After all, both you and your pet will have to live with that name for a long time!

And it can be overwhelming to face the task of finding the perfect name. On the other hand, searching for that name can be kind of fun, too!

Whether you’re looking for the best black Lab names, chocolate Lab names, yellow Lab names, or Labrador names based on something other than coat color, we hope you found what you were looking for here!

What’s your Labrador called? We’d love to hear your own ideas for Labrador names. Let us know in the comments below!

Labrador Names – Over 300 Yellow, Black and Chocolate Lab Names

References and Further Reading

  • Fogle, B., “Why do we love Labradors,” The Telegraph UK, 2015.
  • Welle, D., “Coat Color Inheritance,” Blue Knight Labs, 1998.
  • Young, J., “Best Labrador colour: does coat make a difference?” The Field, 2016.
  • Massey, J., “White English Labrador Puppies,” Snowy Pines White Labs Kennel, 2018.
  • Kampo, Jr., F., et al, “Labrador Breed Standard,” The Labrador Club, 2018.
  • Dollevoet, K., “Labrador Origins and Timeline,” Lorken Farms Labradors Kennel, 2018.

This article was extensively revised and updated for 2019.

 

Comments

  1. Soccer Kid says

    December 21, 2020 at 15:21

    You should add waffle and/or twinkie I might get a yellow lab puppy and name her one of those

    Reply
  2. Michele Stark says

    December 2, 2020 at 15:21

    We are getting a chocolate (grey/silver) lab in January. We have decided to name her “Graycie”.

    Reply
  3. Koda says

    November 23, 2020 at 15:13

    i have a golden lab 11yo super cute

    Reply
  4. Angie says

    November 8, 2020 at 15:24

    Ginger, was my chocolate labs name

    Reply
  5. Kirsty says

    October 3, 2020 at 19:21

    I called my fox red Nalah from the lion king

    Reply
  6. Danielle Fetterhoff says

    August 27, 2020 at 12:36

    We had to put our Chocolate lab Natasha in March 2016, she was the best dog! We currently have a Beagle mix Jack Russell name Benny he’s 8 years old.
    We know we want to get another Chocolate lab girl down the road we want to name her AnnMarie, I was thinking of getting a boy Chocolate lab as well– they are the best dogs.

    Reply
  7. Lisa says

    August 22, 2020 at 09:26

    My chocolate lab Snickers crossed the rainbow bridge last December. I have an opportunity to get a Black lab pup with a little white on her chest. Want to find a great name for her my female blue heeler mix is Roxie. however I dont want the mane to rhyme as it may be confusing any suggestions?
    TIA

    Reply
  8. Joni says

    May 26, 2020 at 05:25

    Hershey is a good name for a Chocolate Lab, esp. if he/she is a dark chocolate. My chocolate lab was named Buddy & he was really My Buddy! Miss him so!

    Reply
  9. Ruby says

    January 27, 2020 at 19:51

    WE HAVE A RUBY who is a fox red { red fox}

    Reply
  10. Laurie says

    January 7, 2020 at 04:02

    We had a black lab named Drake and one named Coal. We’re about bring home a male yellow lab & are currently searching for a name. Thinking maybe Duke or Dutch.

    Reply
  11. Doris A. Walker says

    November 8, 2019 at 21:41

    We have a Chocolate Lab and her name is Ginger!!

    Reply
  12. justine says

    October 9, 2019 at 00:26

    i have a chocolate lab and her name is kyra

    Reply
  13. Calem says

    September 5, 2019 at 15:29

    I’m getting a white lab puppy but I can’t decide between pearl and chloe

    Reply
  14. Chris says

    August 25, 2019 at 17:28

    Im getting a red fox puppy and I want to name it river like river song because I like Dr who but I know river isn’t ginger but her mum Amy/Amelia is but I don’t like that name

    Reply
    • Georgelyn says

      September 22, 2019 at 15:18

      I miss my River who crossed the rainbow bridge 7 years ago. He was a beautiful yellow lab but almost white! He was named River because we live in the river Parish of St Charles in Destrehan La. his full name was also after my dad Charles so River of St. Charles was his registration name. He lived to almost 11 and I miss his calm laid back nature every day! Best of luck with your pup!

      Reply
  15. doglover22 says

    July 22, 2019 at 02:49

    I want a black lab when I get older they are so cute!!!!!!!! I think I want to name it scooter or murphy plz help me decide!?!?!?!

    Reply
    • kennediepearson says

      March 10, 2020 at 19:25

      I think that is great# kennedie/puppy lover too.

      Reply
  16. Eddy says

    April 22, 2019 at 20:21

    I chose a dog named ruby and she is soo cute she is a fox red Labrador trust me they are the cutest puppies!!! (But very expensive)

    Reply
  17. Debbie Lyn Martin says

    October 18, 2018 at 00:47

    I named my black lab puppy Bishop

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      February 19, 2019 at 15:10

      I love that name. It’s such a cute pet name. I was thinking of using it on my chocolate lab. ?

      Reply
      • kennediepearson says

        March 10, 2020 at 19:20

        that is great

        Reply

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