You’ll find awesome male dog names collections on this page, together with inspiration for coming up with original and beautiful boy dog names that no other male dog has!
From Dachshunds to Doodles, you’ll find names to suit every breed and personality. And we’ll show you how to create a shortlist of your own boy puppy ideas, and help you to come up with the best male dog name for your new friend.
Contents
- 20 Popular Names For Male Dogs
- Finding Uncommon Names
- Creating Unique Male Dog Names
- Strong Male Dog Names
- Nautical Boy Animal Names
- Music Themed Boy Dog Names
- Big Male Dog Names
- Small Boy Dog Names
- Funny Names For Male Dogs
- A to Z of Male Dog Names
Choosing a short new puppy name, of one or two syllables at most, will help you to train your new pet. A name that doesn’t sound like another common word will keep your baby dog more responsive and social too. Giving you a better bond. And your dog is more likely to quickly recognise their name if you use harsh consonants or elongated vowel sounds too, which set the word apart from others you might say around them.
Our collections range from the most popular to the most unusual male dog names. Choosing themed names is hard and we can help you with that too! We’ve got our names lists into categories. And even included an alphabetical names lists.
The Best Male Dog Names
Let’s start by checking out the most popular names boys can have – ones that are trending right now. And then move on to searching for some more original dog name ideas.
20 Popular Names For Male Dogs
Here are some of the top boy dog names that are enduringly popular… You’ll notice that two syllable names are often the most popular boy dog names, as they are easy for your dog to understand. As well as simple to say!
| Max | Bear |
| Duke | Cooper |
| Milo | Finn |
| Murphy | Buddy |
| Dexter | Buster |
| Harley | Bailey |
| Bentley | Ollie |
| Oscar | Simba |
| Ben | Teddy |
| Casey | Jack |
That’s just the start! We have hundreds more male dog names waiting for you. Those popular dog names above, are lovely, timeless names, and you may end up settling on one of them. But there are some great ways to come up with more original boy dog names. The first step is to get creative and capture a ‘pool’ of ideas. For best results spread those ideas out over a large sheet of paper, or a whiteboard, or you could pin notes onto a corkboard.
If you use a whiteboard, remember to take a photo of the contents with your smartphone, just in case someone comes along and wipes out all your hard work! Once you have your paper or noticeboard ready and a pen to hand, it’s time to start finding inspiration for boy dog names unique to you and your family.
TOP TIP: You’ll be more creative if you start with a clear surface – remove all your old notes first!
You’ll notice that many of the above are also names for dogs male human baby boys share too. Here are some more boy names for dogs that you might want to add to your ‘ideas’ pool
The Best Boy Dog Names
| Micky | George |
| Billy | Jed |
| Cody | Gary |
| Taylor | Toby |
| Vinnie | Wilson |
| Samson | Cary |
| Connor | Finn |
If you like the idea of using a person’s name for your dog, now is the time to start writing down your favorite pet names – don’t make a list, just jot them down randomly on a big sheet of paper. Here’s why.
Brainstorming Pet Names
Lists of dog names for males are a great way to get inspiration, and we have a big A-Z for you below, but when you are gathering your initial pool of ideas, I think you’ll find it helpful to use a more random brainstorming technique. With lists, the items in the middle tend to get passed over. Especially if the list is a long one. Brainstorming means finding a theme and jotting down ideas around that theme. And it’s a technique that’s thought to work because it’s how our brains work too, with ideas branching off a central theme. Here’s an example of brainstorming dog boy names using the theme ‘vehicles’
Cars, trucks, and motorcycles often have interesting masculine names. I bet you can think of lots more vehicle names that would also make cool male dog names. Notice how this kind of mind map view give all the names an equal chance of getting your attention. You can then put your favorites onto you final shortlist. Here’s an example of some names created around the theme of strength and power
Strong Male Dog Names
Names that emphasize strength are popular with large dog breeds. But they can be fun as ironic names for smaller, slimmer built dogs too. Or for owners that never miss leg day!
- Arnold
- Brute
- Blaze
- Rocket
- Clark (Superman)
- Gaston
- Wolf
- Hagrid
- Herc (Hercules)
- Dozer
- Odin
- Hulk
- Ajax
- Jordon
- Mufasa
- Shaq
- Stallone
- Tank
- Tarzan
- T-Rex
- Wolverine
Old Man Names For Dogs
It can be fun to take a trip back in time to find names for a new generation of puppies. Human names for dogs tend to be taken from bygone days. Names go in fashions that change every 50 to 100 years, and going back in time can get you some unusual ideas. First world war names like George and Thomas are now popular again, but names from WW2 are near enough and far enough, in time to be unusual. You can use older relatives for inspiration, or think of older characters in books or on TV – think ‘Bert and Ernie’ from Sesame Street. Here are a few more:
- Herbert
- Albert
- Ronald
- Roger
- Leonard
- Ernest
- John
- Frederick
- Kenneth
- Robert
Dominant Dog Names
Does your pup rule the roost? Although Alpha theory is well and truly done with these days, giving your manly dog a masculine name undeniably still has a certain appeal.
- Captain
- Boss
- Commander
- Admiral
- Chief
- President
- Head
- Director
- Principal
- Govenor
Finding Uncommon Boy Dog Names
Stay in creative mode for a while yet. The best dog names male or female, are often the most original. Finding original dog names for male dogs is very rewarding but you need a decent sized pool of names from which to make your final shortlist. So you’ll probably create several mindmaps, around several different themes A great place to store these name collections is on your phone. Just take a picture of each one for safekeeping. You’ll notice some superhero themes creeping into that list above! Sometimes one theme leads to another so don’t be afraid to grab another sheet of paper or take a photo of your whiteboard, rub it out, and start over with the new theme.
TOP TIP: Don’t try to make a decision straight away, assemble a collection of 30-50 rare dog names that you like the sound of. Let the ideas roll in! This stage is all about creativity, not about finding the perfect name. Here are some examples of themes you could use to find different dog names for boy dogs.
- Boating
- Music
- Literature
- Food
- Basketball
- Nature
- Famous Painters
We’ll expand on some of these below, and also give you some classic names based around attributes your dog may have such as size, color, and personality types. Okay, let’s take a closer look at the ‘boating’ theme
Male Dog Names With A Boating Theme
If fishing or boating is your thing, then one of these nautical names might appeal. Some are not uncommon, and some are very usual. But they all have a nice ‘ring’ to them.
- Skipper
- Sailor
- Captain
- Bosun
- Anchor
- Drift
- Minnow
- Ledger
- Jig
- Fender
- Tiller
Boy Dog Names With A Music Theme
Whether you are into heavy metal, rap, or classical music, there is bound to be a theme that’s personal to you. You can can use that theme to brainstorm ideas for male dog names. You don’t need to be contrained by the number of musicians you can think of, you can use musical terms, and the instruments they play too! Here are some ideas:
- Snoop
- Clapton
- Lennon
- Axl
- Bowie
- Hendrix
- Bonno
Or you could go back a bit further in time with these!
- Presley
- Sinatra
- Gershwin
- Bing
- Armstrong
- Basie
- Django
You could expand on these themes or jot down some more theme ideas of your own. The more collections you make, the more likely you are to find the perfect name for your puppy. Here are some more traditional name collections now, for you to browse. Keep a pen handy to jot down any that especially appeal to you. We’ll start with male names for big dogs.
Creating Unique Dog Names
There are an almost infinite number of themes you could use to brainstorm name ideas. From food, to films, from sporting stars to holiday destinations. The more personal the theme is to you and your life, the more likely you are to find a truly unique name for your dog. Things that trigger great memories are good. Your favorite locations, near and far. The only limit is your imagination. Attributes of your dog can be great themes. Their size and color for example.
Here are some creative male dog names based on size themes. You don’t have to give a big dog a big dogs name of course, it can be humorous to do a reverse and call your Chihuahua ‘Tank’.
Big male dog names
- Andre (the Giant)
- Aragog (Harry Potter series)
- Beethoven
- Big Red
- Brawny
- Eifel
- Hogan
- Johnny (Bravo)
- Mighty Joe
- Monty (short for ‘Montezuma’)
- Sequoia (‘Coy’ for short)
- Shrek
- Sully
- Vulcan
- Zeus
You or your family members may find it helpful to have your boy dog names with meanings noted alongside them. So don’t forget to do this if you find a name that you think might have a special meaning for you.
Small male dog names
On the opposite end of the spectrum, if your small-breed male puppy is destined to remain cutely compact, then cute boy dog names might reflect his uber-adorable small size. These short names are popular with toy breeds, but again big breeds with tiny names are pretty adorable too. We like the following cute male dog names perfect for Yorkies, Chihuahuas, and other tiny dogs, or dogs that are tiny at heart.
- Cheerio
- Chipper
- Jerry (Tom and Jerry)
- Jiminy
- Cricket
- Little Bear
- Pee Wee
- Simon
- Peanut
- Pebble
- Squirt
- Button
- Stitch
- Pickle
- Stuart (Little)
- Tot
- Theodore (‘Theo’ for short)
- Thimble
- Tiny Tim
- Tweety
Fancy Dog Names
What could be fancier than naming your little boy after someone royal? These king names for dogs will have you bowing down to your pooch before you can say Henry the VIII! They also make nice classically English names for dogs too.
- Egbert
- Alfred
- Edward
- Edmund
- Edgar
- Harold
- William
- Stephen
- Richard
- John
- James
- Charles
- Oliver
- George
If you haven’t collected 30 to 50 male dog names yet, you’ll find an A-Z with hundreds of dog names at the end of this article. But maybe you are ready to make your shortlist now? Let’s look at some great ways to do that!
Making A Shortlist of Male Dog Names
If you have several theme boards, get each family member pick their two favorite names from each board, and write them down on a scrap of paper. Picking your final dogs name boy or girl, is really hard! So with kids you’ll need to be both patient and persistent (setting a time limit can help here). When everyone has made their selection, the pieces of paper can all be folded and placed in a jar. Pick ten out (take turns) and pin those ten up in the kitchen for a few days before making your final choice
Male Dog Name Picking Game
Another great way to narrow down your shortlist is to pin all your name choices onto a notice board, with each name on a separate note. Each day, each family member gets to remove one name – the name they like the least – from the shortlist. Until there are only three left. Leave those three names up there on the board for a few days more, and if you still can’t agree then fold them up and put them into a box, and get a friend to pick out the winner.
Funny boy dog names
If humor is your thing, then choosing a funny name for your pooch could be the perfect option! For example, you could give them a size swap name like we looked at earlier. Or name your pooch after an especially funny fictional character or TV show! Here are some funny male dog names that are sure to raise a few giggles:
- Acorn
- Barky McBarkstein
- Bugs (Bunny)
- Captain Underpants (‘Captain’ for short)
- Cat-Dog
- Daffy (Duck)
- Dwight
- Ernie
- Godzilla
- Herman
- Jaws
- Peanut
- Sheldon (Cooper)
- Stewie
- Woody (Toy Story)
Another fun way to name is through your pup’s good looks!
Handsome dog names male dogs will love
Puppy names, boy are there a lot of them! Is your little man devilishly handsome and charming? Is he the star of the show wherever he goes? If so, then naming him after his good looks could be fun! After all, such a feast for the eyes shouldn’t go unnoticed! You might name your handsome pooch after a famously good-looking fictional character, or perhaps a dreamy male celebrity. Here are some puppy names male dogs will suit royally! They will find perfectly complement your little prince:
- Beau
- Bond (James Bond)
- Clint (Eastwood)
- Dapper Dan (‘Dan’ for short)
- Edward (Cullen, Twilight trilogy)
- Eric (prince, The Little Mermaid)
- Fabio
- Finnick (Odair – The Hunger Games trilogy)
- Han (Solo, Star Wars)
- Mr. Darcy
- Prince Charming
- Rico Sauvé (‘Ricky’ for short)
- Smith
- Viggo (Mortensen)
- Zooko
And of course, your little boy is a big cutie…
Cute boy dog names
Cute boy puppy names don’t have to be sickeningly sweet or overly girly to get their point across. In fact, cute dog names for boys can simply be uber cute human names for two-legged boys! After all, who doesn’t love a crazy adorable puppy with an equally adorable name?
- Bubs
- Cubby
- Dobby
- Elliott
- Finley
- Happy
- Minion
- Piglet
- Pipsqueak
- Pokey
- Pooh Bear
- Puffball
- Puppers
- Screech
- Todd
You can find more original cute dog names male pups will love by building personalized word collections around small things in your home. Cute guy names don’t have to be names in the traditional sense – think ‘crayon’, ‘peg’ and ‘pocket’. One or two syllables is usually best.
Teddy Bear dog names
Is your new pupster a bit of a teddy? Dogs like Pomeranians or certain Poodle mixes are often classified as teddy bear dogs due to their fluffball status. These good boy names for plushy style dogs are pup perfection.
- Fluffball
- Fluffers
- Pom Pom
- Tufty
- Fleecy
- Plushy
- Squishy
- Softy
- Deep Pile
- Shaggy
Cool dog names
Your puppy will be the coolest dog at the park if you give him a handle that reflects a cool person, or an awesome thing! Cool dog names male pups will really suit include:
- Beckham
- Damon
- Doc
- Garth
- Harley
- Hawkeye
- Tonto
- Lucias
- Luigi
- Malfoy
- Mario
- Parker
- Jeeves
- Rip
- Salvatore (‘Sal’ for short)
- Shades
- Stefan
- Wyatt
What can be cooler than the unusual?
More Unique boy dog names
Unique male dog names are a lovely way to emphasize your pup’s extra special-ness! Like people, animals are unique individuals with their own quirks and things that make them so lovable! So, why not name your pup something that will make him stand out in a crowd? Unique or unusual names for boy dogs can be inspired by the names of famous landmarks or even cities, countries, or states. Here are a few truly unique boy puppy names:
- Austin
- Bora
- Bristol
- Dallas
- Diego
- Ford
- Fuse
- Indy
- Juneau
- Leland
- Nash
- Nile
- Peru
- Sioux
- Teton
Have you got enough names now for your ‘creative pool’? If not it’s time to scroll on down for a massive A-Z of dog names followed by an awesome list of pet names of our readers very own dogs. Some of those are quite unique! You’ll find more are added regularly in the comments sections too. Don’t forget to add yours when you have made up your mind. And good luck with your new puppy!
A to Z Male Dog Names
Good male dog names are easy to pronounce, and don’t sound like any commands you might want them to learn later. Traditional human names are a nice way to find something that flows easily off the tongue. And so are classic names for male dogs, like Hooch, Rex, or Buddy, choices that have been popular for dogs for years. Scroll down to get your ultimate A – Z, or click on the links below to jump straight to your favorite letters. We’ve tried to include a range of names in each group, with something for everyone!
A
- Ace
- Acorn
- Adam
- Ajax
- Alex
- Alfie
- Alpha
- Andre
- Aragog
- Archie
- Arnie
- Arnold
- Arthur
- Austin
Awesome! It’s the male dog names that start with A! Check out our full list of dog names that start with A
B
- Bailey
- Barky
- Basil
- Beau
- Beethoven
- Ben
- Bertie
- Billy
- Bruno
- Brutus
- Bubs
- Bugs
Brilliant! Here are some good boy dog names that start with B!Check out our full list of pet dog names that start with B
C
- Captain
- Casey
- Casper
- Chalk
- Chance
- Chase
- Chaz
- Chester
- Chip
- Clark
- Clint
- Cody
- Cooper
Crikey! It’s time for the male dog names that start with C! Check out our full list of animal names that start with C.
D
- Dale
- Dandy
- Danny
- Dargo
- Dash
- Dave
- Deke
- Derek
- Dexter
- Dill
- Drogo
- Duke
- Dylan
Delightful! There are some great puppy names boy dogs could rock that start with D! Check out our full list of good names that start with D
E
- Earl
- Echo
- Eddie
- Elon
- Elvis
- Enzo
- Eric
- Ernie
- Errol
- Euan
- Evan
Excellent! It’s the male puppy names that start with E! Check out our full list of nice dog names that start with E
F
- Fabian
- Fabrice
- Falcon
- Falstaff
- Fang
- Fenda
- Filch
- Finn
- Flynn
- Frank
- Freddie
- Frodo
Fabulous! Some male puppy names that start with F! Check out our full list of male dog names that start with F
G
- Gabe
- Galaxy
- Garry
- Gerry
- Ghost
- Gibson
- Gill
- Glenn
- Gonzo
- Grit
- Gunner
- Gunter
Great! Now it’s the male puppy names that start with G! Check out our full list of boy names that start with G
H
- Hamish
- Han
- Harley
- Harry
- Hashtag
- Haze
- Hector
- Henry
- Hero
- Hill
- Homer
- Hooch
Hurrah! These cool boy dog names start with H! Check out our full list of cute male dog names that start with H
I
- Ice
- Icon
- Iggy
- Imp
- Inca
- Indie
- Indigo
- Inky
- Itchy
- Ivan
- Ivor
Impressive! These male puppy names start with I! The letter I list contains some of the more unusual names. How many other great names beginning with I can you think of?
J
- Jabba
- Jago
- Jason
- Jasper
- Jazz
- Jerry
- Jethro
- Jigsaw
- Jingles
- Jinx
- Johnny
Just what we wanted! Male dog names that start with J! Check out our full list of puppy names that start with J
K
- Karl
- Kenny
- Kent
- Kermit
- King
- Kipling
- Kit
- Knight
- Knotts
- Knox
- Knuckles
- Kurt
Killer male puppy names that start with K! Check out our full list of guy dog names that start with K
L
- Laurie
- Lancelot
- Len
- Lennon
- Leo
- Lincoln
- Linus
- Louie
- Lucas
- Lucky
- Luke
Lovely! It’s the male puppy names that start with L! Check out our full list of powerful dog names that start with L
M
- Marlon
- Mars
- Matt
- Maverick
- Max
- Meatloaf
- Micah
- Micky
- Mike
- Mischief
- Morris
- Muppet
Magnificent male puppy names that start with M! Check out our full list of adorable boy dog names that start with M
N
- Nando
- Nano
- Napoleon
- Nacho
- Nash
- Nathan
- Nautilus
- Nelson
- Nemo
- Nick
- Niles
- North
Nothing beats a male puppy name that starts with N! Check out our full list of great dog names that start with N
O
- Oakley
- Oats
- Obi
- Odin
- Oliver
- Omar
- Onyx
- Orville
- Orwell
- Oscar
- Otter
- Owen
Outstanding! It’s the names for male dogs that start with O! Check out our full list of cute pet names that start with O
P
- Pacino
- Paddy
- Parker
- Pavlov
- Peanut
- Penn
- Percy
- Pickle
- Pinch
- Pluto
- Poacher
- Presley
Perfect male dog names starting with P! Check out our full list of awesome animal names that start with P
Q
- Quarz
- Quasimodo
- Quatro
- Quibble
- Quill
- Quin
- Quincy
- Quip
- Quixie
- Quiz
Quality! These male puppy names that start with Q! Which is your favorite so far? Don’t forget you can add your own ideas and suggestions in the comments box below.
R
- Race
- Rags
- Raisin
- Rambo
- Raymond
- Rebel
- Rex
- Rico
- Robby
- Robin
- Rocco
- Rocky
- Ronnie
Remarkable male dog names that start with R! Check out our full list of guys names that start with R
S
- Sal
- Sam
- Scottie
- Scout
- Scrabble
- Sergeant
- Sherlock
- Socrates
- Soldier
- Snoopy
- Spinner
- Stan
- Steve
Superb! These male puppy names start with S! Check out our full list of boy names that start with S
T
- Tacco
- Tan
- Tarzan
- Teddy
- Tenyson
- Theo
- Thor
- Tiller
- Tracker
- Trojan
- Troy
- Trumpet
Terrific male dog names that start with T! Check out our full list of male names that start with T
U
- Uber
- Ukele
- Ulrich
- Ultrasonic
- Ulysses
- Unicorn
- Usk
- Ustinov
- Utah
- Utopia
Unbelievable! We’ve got to the male puppy names that start with U! Still not found the right one for your pup? Read on!
V
- Vagabond
- Valentine
- Vandal
- Vanish
- Velvet
- Victor
- Vince
- Vinnie
- Virgil
- Vodka
- Vulcan
Victory! We’ve found the male puppy names that start with V! Let’s look at some more great names next!
W
- Wag
- Wally
- Warrior
- Watson
- Webley
- Wick
- Wilbur
- Wilf
- William
- Wilson
- Winston
Wonderful male dog names that start with W! Check out some names that start with W
X
- Xanadu
- Xander
- Xango
- Xavier
- Xax
- Xerxes
- Xox
How eXciting! These male puppy names that start with X. These names are great for a unique pup!
Y
- Yani
- Yarrow
- Yeats
- Yeller
- Yenko
- Yeti
- Yogi
- Yogurt
Yes! It’s the male dog names that start with Y! Can you think of any more great names starting with Y?
Z
- Zorro
- Zack
- Zappo
- Zeiss
- Ziggy
- Zippy
- Zork
- Zorro
- Zulu
Zippy! Here are some great male puppy names that start with Z! Check out our full list of dog names starting with Z. TIP: It’s a good idea for boy puppy names to be relatively short and its best to avoid a name that sounds like another pet or family member’s name.
Famous Male Dogs
Dog names male characters use on the tv or in film can be popular choices for puppies too. Most of these also make lovely traditionally American dog names too.
- Beethoven
- Marley (and Me)
- Rex (the Runt)
- Peanut
- Brian
- Snoopy (Peanuts)
- Scooby Doo
- Bolt
- Hooch (Turner and…)
- Garrick
- Duke (Secret Life of Pets)
- Max (Secret Life of Pets)
Names by Color
Another great way to name your little boy is by the shine to his coat!
White boy dog names could be themed around their ghostly nature, or super clean sheen. Dogs with spots or stripes could be named after the animals they share an image with. The options are endless!
Male Dog Names by Category
The nice thing about naming a male puppy is that you can find inspiration in just about anything. Including simple everyday items in your home, and the wider world outdoors. Scroll down for some off the wall, and classic, ways to name your pup.
There’s More!
Don’t forget, you can also find inspiration for unique names for dogs (male or female) in everyday objects. Try brainstorming household items, hobbies, and crafts for very unusual names, such as
- Caddy
- Basket
- Stitches
- Tea-leaf
You can add a twist with a different spelling. As in Sox instead of socks.
More very popular male dog names
Not everyone wants to have an unusual dog. Boy names for dogs that are popular are often common because they are so appealing :
- Fido
- Lassie
- Marley
- Otis
- Pongo
- Scooby
- Skip
- Spot
- Teddy
- Tucker
- Wishbone
What’s my dog’s name?
There really are a lot of wonderful names to choose from that will complement your perfect little boy puppy. Here are some really great boy dog names, unique in that they came from our amazing readers. We add to these at regular intervals so don’t forget to add yours!
- Alex
- Artemis
- Atticus
- Axel
- Bandit
- Barkley
- Beauregard
- Benson
- Bentley
- Blaster
- Blue
- Bolt
- Boris
- Buzz
- Chaos
- Chester
- Colby
- Colt
- Corby
- Dakota
- Deeks
- Digby
- Doby
- Elliot
- Elwood
- Everest
- Fargo
- Fletcher
- Forest
- Geyser
- Gus
- Hank
- Hashbrown
- Howie
- Hugo
- Levi
- Logan
- Jeter
- Kaiser
- Kane
- Kelpie
- Kodak
- Lars
- Leo
- LeRoy
- Malachi
- Major
- Marrone
- Maurice
- Michi
- Moose
- Murphy
- Newton
- Nougat
- Otis
- Parka
- Pilot
- Pomroy
- Popcorn
- Rayzr
- Reece
- Reef
- Ringo
- Rooster
- Ruger
- Smokey
- Spud
- Tank
- Tino
- Torro
- Tucker
- Tyson
- Wade
- Waggles
- Wyatt
- Zarley
Most popular male dog names
The International Dog Name survey illustrates just how trends in names for dogs, male or female, change over time. And shows us the names that are hot right now!
Top 100 male dog names
The favorites this year are:
| Bailey | Charlie |
| Max | Buddy |
| Cooper | Jack |
| Toby | Bear |
| Scout | Teddy |
| Tucker | Dexter |
| Finn | Riley |
| Harley | Henry |
| Oscar | Brodie |
| Murphy | Marley |
| Milo | Blue |
| Bruno | Leo |
| Monty | Sam |
| Loki | Alfie |
| Bamey | Harry |
| Jasper | Ozzy |
| Rocky | Angus |
| Duke | Gus |
| Ollie | Shadow |
| Archie | Jake |
| Zeus | Rufus |
| Bruce | Buster |
| Winston | Baxter |
| Ginger | Jackson |
| Remington | Beau |
| Chester | Diesel |
| Hunter | Koda |
| Stanley | Thor |
| Ben | Oakley |
| Ruger | Simba |
| Bentley | Casey |
| George | Ranger |
| Dixie | Hank |
| Harvey | Jax |
| Juno | Moose |
| Ruben | Bertie |
| Gunner | Logan |
| Nova | Oreo |
| Rudy | Tank |
| Woody | Arlo |
| Billy | Cody |
| Oliver | Rocco |
| Sparky | Ace |
| Bandit | Barley |
| Benji | Copper |
| Hugo | Louie |
| Merlin | Otis |
| Reggie | Remi |
| Rusty | Wagner |
| Arthur | Bobby |
Best male dog names
The name that you give your dog will follow him around for a lifetime. So finding something that suits you both is important. But whatever you settle on in the end, that will be your dog’s name. And love it or hate it, the rest of the world will quickly just come to associate it with him. So choose something that works for you, and enjoy building that amazing bond with your new furry friend.
Still Can’t Decide?
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And once you have made up your mind, don’t forget to tell us your favorite dog’s name in the comments box below.
Ashley says
Tan and white 7 month old Chihuahua boy …
LT says
Latte
Mitzi says
Our Chihuahua was named Pico, like Pico De Gallo.
Ellen Corbman says
We live in a very Remote area it was late at night and heard a puppy crying at the front door. We ask neighbors he they new who he belonged to but no luck. We are keeping him because we have two dogs and he already is part of our family. I think he is a chocolate lab but I need a good name for him. Can you help.
larrissa says
midnight
Nina says
I have 2 mini schnauzer. Named my girl Strudel Applebottom and my boy Fritter Applejax. Tried to go with something German that wasn’t a traditional name. Everyone loves their names. Fits their personalities perfectly. They are super sweet.
Annabelle says
We had a German Shepard called Cooper after the beer (my Dad called him that).
Allyson Bartley says
We had a Whiskey and my dad named him too!
Petsblow says
I like Juneau very much. It seems to be totally unique.
Cindy says
I have a Shih Tzu named Leo (as commented earlier). His best friend is my fiance’s Chihuahua, 1 yrs old rescued from a dirty, old, drunk in the park, and he named him C’mere (as in come here).
My best human friends has brother and sister 9 yrs old Cocker Spaniels named Mercedes and Benz.
Cindy says
My daughter gave me a Shih Tzu as a companion dog for Christmas 2 years ago. He was to be a gift to her boyfriends nephew from her mom. He was one of 3 from a litter. But one mom said No. Having moved into my first apt alone in over 30 yrs, my daughter felt I’d be happier with a friend. So they brought him to LA from Vegas. He was lethargic and had the squirts. Found out he had Parvo. My best friend and I looked up Shih Tzu’s and found their name means Little Lion. They thought he was born in late July, my daughter and I are both Leo’s. I told him if he was gonna beat Parvo, he had to pull out his inner lion. So I named him Leo. He did!! He was 4.4 lbs when I took him in and he weighed 3.3 when I got him back. Leo is now 3, healthy, and weighs 17.7 lbs! Best friend I’ve ever had!!
Denise says
Cindy i loved you and Leo’s happy ending! 🤍
It made my heart happy! Thank you for being such a special lady and taking care of little lion / leo. Ya’ll made my day.:*)
🤍🤍
Delia miyake says
We r getting a new puppy! He is a hound mix. He is tan with white paws and a white streak on his chest. Any suggestions? (No human names or super common names like Fido and bailey.)
Delia miyake says
They found him, his litter mates, and his mom chained up at someone’s front yard. Apparently, the guy who owned them was selling the puppies and the mom for 5 bucks apiece 🙁 a neighbor saw this and told the guy that he had to give her the puppies and the mom, or else she was going to call the cops. Luckily, her best friend owns an animal shelter and so her best friend took them in. They were pretty skinny, and the mom was in terrible condition. Fortunately, they found homes for everyone, even the mom!
judy says
what about ziggy
Pat says
What about Biscuit? Had a friend years ago with a great hunting dog named Biscuit.
Steve Kent says
We named our new little guy Cooper!
Holly says
Our Blue Heelers were found in a sinkhole where “some” people throw their trash!! Vet said they were approx. 1o weeks old. They were scared to death of people (& not easy to catch)! They were full of ticks & fleas & obviously had been abused even at such a young age. They are 2 1/2 now & coming along fine. They are VERY SMART! (and FAST)! Learned to ring a cowbell to go outside when they were puppies. They are brother & sister with similar markings. The boy is Bailey & the girl is Matilda (“Waltzing Matilda,” like the pub song).
Tannis Cryderman says
My tiny toy poodle is named Apollo and everyone loves it. He really suits it. All 3 pounds of him are tough!
Marissa says
We recently had to put down our chocolate lab. His name was Wonka, named after Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Just thought I’d share, I loved the name and thought it was very unique.
Patti says
We had a party cocker spaniel. White with large brown spots. Called him Cashew
Denise says
So sorry for your huge loss Marissa.😪 Wonka will be by your side again one day.
That was a very unique and very sweet name.🤎
Sue Ryze says
This list eventually helped us name our baby boy!
Adam says
What did you end up naming it?
Robert Pieneman says
I named my dog thunder.next dog will be taz.thanks.im rob.I
Jeremy says
I have two toy poodles, the boy is Lucky and the girl is katie
Majid says
I have a doberman named daniel
RITA KNIGHT says
My BABY NAME WAS MCQUEEN EASTWOOD KNIGHT, AFTER KING OF COOL STEVE MCQUEEN, HE WAS A WONDERFUL LITTLE FELLOW.MISS YOU MY DEAR BUDDY.
Stew says
My dog’s name was Hamlin. Don’t see that anywhere.
Melody says
I feel so bad for you, but that is a cute dog name.
Jonie McGraw says
We’re thinking of naming our new male puppy Boo or Tug.
Kelly says
We had a baby boy (6 months) named Tugg! Sadly he was hit by a car about 3 weeks ago. He was the best little guy and I loved his name!
Tracey says
shadow for a black german shepard
Mary L Deterding says
I had a bernese/border collie/rottweiler named N’Domika (nuh-dom-ika) and a goat who thought she was a dog, named Yarra. Australian shepherd named Tyessa. Just bought a aussie/heeler border to name…..?
Hashbrown says
How about this name…..
Lacey says
Buddy for a black toy poodle:)
Judith says
Growing up, my grandmother had a black poodle. She named him Pierre. I always thought it was a great name, of which I did not see mentioned once on this site, for a French poodle.
Marc says
I think thats a great name, my white standard who passed was Barcelona.
My new red standard puppy is Maurice
Janice says
We had 2 red standard poodles. Chablis & Shiraz. Lost the later one to heart disease at 12 1/2. Great dogs! Now have a phantom marked standard- named him Phantom! On the way to North Carolina to Family Affaair Standard Poodles to get another one. Searching for his name! Maybe Legacy?
koze says
i am getting a yorkipoo. he has a tan chest and is black and cream. any suggestions for a name.?
Hk says
Banjo
Rachel says
Love this! Might steal it for my new white pound puppy. He looks a a Maltese. However, the unbidden name ‘Steve’ keeps working into to my throat when I begin to call him. Maybe that was his name in his other life?
Judy says
Jack !!
Good strong name !!
Kathy says
Biscuit!
Steven Gates says
We have a yellow Labrador Retriever. Her given name the breeder gave her was Princess. On our way home we decided that since she was born on Halloween, she will been known as Pumpkin! When the kids come around for trick or treating, she knows it’s her special day and answers the door in her pumpkin outfit!
arbygs says
i got today a 2mon old cream chowchow he is cute any name for him?
Kit says
I’m sure you already have name but when I read thus…
“Latte” jumped into my head…lol
Elizabeth says
Willis and Dudley are my beagles names
Karen says
I had a tea cup yorki for 17 yrs we named Tobie. I loved him dearly. He passed in July and I will be getting another little male yorkie in a week. Trouble finding a name. We have a black German Shepard named Issa. Thanks
Barbara Williams says
My daughter lost her Yorkie a few months ago. So sad. She is getting another one in 5 weeks. I am getting her brother! We are so excited. I’m thinking about Archie for my little Yorkie male.
Delores says
We just lost our yorkie Daisy Mae. We are getting a baby yorkie in 6-8 weeks We like Beethoven. He will be about 5/6 lbs
Fallstar says
My grandparents are coming down to get a dog soon. We can’t find a name. It is a male and he is a beige colored dog. Any recomendations?
I says
Ginger
Christie says
Wait until the personality of the dog comes out, and it will be easy to find the perfect name.
BARB says
YOU ARE SO RIGHT. I GOT A MIN PIN MIX 6 YRS AGO AND COULD NOT FIND THE NAME.. HE JUMPED STRAIGHT UP AND DOWN AND MY SISTER SAID KANGAROO….SO ROOROO HE BECAME!! <3
Kit says
I agree w/this wholeheartedly. We named our new Bullypit mix Eidolon due to being all white when he was just a baby, and he was Eidol/idle…lol
We should have waited and called him Lil Nicky. His red rimmed eyes and ornerynes had him dubbed this. Adam Sandlers movie?
Anyway, Eidolon means phantom, and he was so idle while a baby, it fit perfectly.
Things changed tho as he grew!
😉
Eidol is still his name and it’s very unique. We also have two Brindles; Ozzi-O`Boy & my Reecey girl.
I was normal three dogs ago.🤣
🐕🐕
🐕🏃🏼♀️
Sheila says
Bailey
Jennifer says
Twinkie
Malisha Rivera says
Banjo
Jinx
Gunner
Diesel
Axel
Bandit
Rippley
Milo
Maximo
Logan
Levi
Sherlock
Winston
Sebastian
Cujo
Kaine
Bruno
Loki
Thor
Rebel
Romeo
Rambo
Remington
Winchester
Ringo
Brinkley
Tank
Tanner
Jagger
Kobe
Montana
Duncan
Waffles
Geronimo
Django
Jarvis
Cracker
Stitch
Poncho
Paco
Taco
Cocoa
Malibu
Dusty
Draconia
Marmaduke
Marmalade
Karma
Taz
Jennifer says
I named my 6 month old miniature schnauzer Romeo.
taylor says
hi so i’m getting a almost white looking golden retriever and i already have a golden named ruby , is there any names you guys like that will match with ruby ?
D. Green says
Diamond ? Pearl ?
Jennifer says
Winnie ,Goldie
Quinn says
Opal
Evelyn Rochon says
Max! Like the cartoon , Max and Ruby
Linda Moore says
Max goes really well with Ruby. A children’s book. Max and Ruby
Deborah says
I have a golden named Diamond.. she’s great.. currently looking for name for standard parti poodle. He is white with apricot/red spots.
D. Green says
Diamond ? Pearl ? Opal ? Cotton ? Winter ?
Teena says
“Whitie”
Fallstar says
Moonbeam
Trish Dick says
Casper
Trish Dick says
Casper
Ann Fenton says
Safire Safiphire
Jo says
Pearl
Dkcmjdi says
Name him/her Apollo or Ghost!
kylie says
cooper? toby? leo? ollie? oliver? moose? oscar? finley? mochi? olive? bear? I like all those names.
Chris Brock says
I have an all tan pit with a white chest. We can’t think of a name. Any suggestions?
Karissa says
Rocco
Amy says
Tonka
Amie says
Dozer
Jaymie says
Hi, my husband and are getting a Shiba Inu Pug mix (male) in 2 weeks and can’t think of any names
He’s a tan creamy color with black on face and back and tail a little white speck on his nose
My husband liked Gizmo, but I’m not sure how I feel about it? help!!!
Key-R-ah Cunningham says
I think Leo would be cute, but I have a white teddy bear and named it Max which is also a nice name!
Trish Dick says
Finn
Sue B says
Tanner
ELAINE SEWELL says
Blaze
Kiana Fiegen says
Boy or girl?
Jamie washburn says
We had a Pit named Riddick. Love that name.
Jay says
I just got a half lab half Australian Sheppard. Any idea for a name
lucy says
My Australian Shepard and Lab mixs name was Leo Tedison.
Rose says
We had a Aussie/Lab mix, best dog ever. His name was Lucky Dog
Whats it to ya? says
Lucky Dog? or Lucky?
Sherri says
I just got a Shorkie and named him Gus. I am getting a Black & White Havanese in a couple weeks. Any ideas on a good name. I was thinking about Otis, Howie, Ace or Axle. My daughter wants me name him Hank and son likes Moose. Help!!
Floi says
I named my first fur baby, Spanky. I am considering Corby and Blaster for future babies..ü
Miranda says
I am getting a lab/german shepherd/ and great pyrenees mix next week, and I am stuck at a name for him. Any suggestions?
Eloise Fickinger says
maybe jasper
Emily brown says
May I ask where you’re from?? That exact breed was dropped off today randomly at my animal hospital I work at. He’s about 16 weeks old
Emily brown says
May I ask where you’re from?? This exact breed was dropped off today randomly at my animal hospital I work at.
Ben says
Colby
erin says
Dunlop
Deborah Francis says
Our baby was adopted when he was 6 weeks old at our local shelter. His mom was surrendered while pregnant. He had 3 other siblings. We picked him out because of his personality. As soon as we looked at him his tail started going in a circle. We adopted him and named him Waggles Lee. He will be 8 years old on February 2nd. He has brought so much joy and happiness to our lives. We can’t imagine life without our Waggles!!!!
Lex says
im getting a bischon poodle shit-zu mix, he’s a male and he has black and white markings, any ideas (dont say oreo)
Val says
How about Kodjoe. It’s the last name of the actor Boris Kodjoe who is of German and Ghanaian heritage.
HEIDI GALLO says
I have a 13 yr old black with white markings shih-tzu/ toy poodle mix named Max. It suits him very well. He’s such a wonderful pooch .
Emilie says
Hi- my baby shitzu mini poodle is coming tomorro! 10 weeks! I think Leonardo DiCaprio Leo)! Is perfect. Too early to teach him tricks? I can feel his baby teeth on my hand already. Are they chewers? Thanks. E.
LsdyoftheLake says
I’ve got a black with some white markings, toy poodle/shih-tzu mix that just had his 13th birthday. His name is Max. Love him and his name.
Ashley says
Cookie
Oreo says
Oreo!
Avery says
Elliot is one of my favorite boy names whether it is for a dog or even a little baby boy 🙂
Andrea says
Hi,I have 4 puppies(3 weeks old) from my pretty girl Rosie a yorkshire terrier,I am so confused choosing the names for 3 girls and one boy,any suggestions?thanks
Diana says
HI, are any for sale, Mikko for the male, Kiki for the female, cheyane, Lola, Lulu, Amber, Oreo. Kayla, Misty,Zorro , Logan. Good luck.
Mrs. K says
Sorry this bothered me… it isn’t Cheyane, it’s Cheyenne! Sorry I had to point it out… 😅
Christine Maskell says
I have a white german shepherd called Cheyenne love his name
Ann Fenton says
Bella Teddybear Ember (boy), Snoopy Pepper
Isabelle says
I’m getting a pure breed male Doberman pincher any name suggestions
Ells says
its unlikely you will use this but el diablo or just diablo (its a Spanish name) would in my opinion probably suit a doberman
Shane says
Flash
Isabelle says
I’m getting a pure breed male Doberman pincher any name suggestions
gigi says
i think buzz is a super name for a dobermann!
Kelly says
Dobie
Marion says
I’ve had 4 in my last 30 years – 1. Major 2. Bronson 3. Reece and recent who passed at 12 is Lewis (Lewie or Loo Loo )
Jordan Huber says
I’m getting a new dachound, Chihuahua, Boarder Collie, Pitbull and boxer mix puppy in February. What should I name him? He is white and Brown.
Linda says
“Patch”
Ekahi says
Name him duke
Chrissy says
My chihuahua’s name was Kenny. It was perfect. He was an awesome little dog! I really miss him.
Laura says
With such a variety of breeds in one dog, how about Heinz (as in Heinz 57 steaksauce)
Barry Piper says
We had large black labs, first one was named “Rambo” then we had Sam, short for samson,
then we had “Boaz” means swiftness or strength.
Everybody liked that one, and it was easier than we thought to call him.
but the thing was when we looked at the puppies, we had about 20 names and called them out individually and when I called out for Boaz our pup came running over, and the wife said I guess we have a Boaz. its best to let them come to a name they like then they will always come to you when you call.
Robert K says
We just got a Pitbull and named him Slasher although he’s fun, warm, and friendly.
Barry K Piper says
We just lost our large American Lab his name was BOAZ it was a great name nobody forgot it.
it means ” swiftness / Strength
Cherlyn Tanner says
I have a miniature Bull Terrier (brindle/white) with heart shape on nose and his name is LYNUS. Didn’t see that name on list.
Terri says
My Daughter had 2 puppies and named them: Bob & Marlee
Our Teacup poodle was named: Sadie
We called her Sadiebaby
ZAUDTKE FAM says
I am getting a coco colored dog what should i name him????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
Molly Whitehead says
James Finn Harry joe duke
Missytheyoung says
Coco !!!!
Lexi says
Coco or Ronnie
Laura Emmert says
With such a variety of breeds in one dog, how about Heinz (as in Heinz 57 steaksauce)
Luna says
What should I name my Boston terrier puppy? We thinking of Leo, any other cute ideas? Reply soon plz!
Jace Embrey says
Any name ideas for a brindle colored jack Russell
Barbara McCarthy says
What about Moose or Lucifer
nicole Ray says
I just got a solid tan colored jack Russell. Thinking of quite a few off this list: tonto being my fave so far. I had a great pyr named moosifer that i called moose! So funny! A friend’s moose was moosolini. I like moose. Just bad luck to rename af dog. Go for moose!
Judy Rodriguez says
I am getting a male white and grey spot miniature poodle he has been eating all the time looking for a good name
Amalia Cannon says
Oscar or Oscer
Wendy Molloy says
I am getting a brown pit with a white spot on his nose. He’s only 2 days old. Thinking of naming him Kodak. Any other suggestions?
David says
That is what I named my German Shepherd
Jess says
I think it should be hash brown for a boy and chocolate for a girl
Rhonda says
I am getting a male Pomeranian puppy. He is cream color and tiny.
I am trying to find a suitable name but nothing has really stuck.
Any ideas??
Jj says
Champagne
Anna says
Zarley
charlotte says
pomroy we had one we name little chief pomroy
Steve says
Mist
Zoanri du Toit says
Hi I’m getting a new male puppy and I can’t decide on a name.
Zoanri du Toit says
Hi…I’m getting a new male miniature pincher puppy and I can’t decide on a name. Any ideas.
anonymous says
Onyx!
Linda says
You will love that breed. I did. I had a female. She was a sweetheart.
Abhi says
Any ideas on a name for Lilac smooth coat color Chihuahua boy puppy.
I had few short listed:
BLUE
LOKI
CHARLIE
COLT
ALFIE
Cathy says
Nacho or Chili
Victoria Turner says
Blue ???
Amie says
Chalupa
Arifin Shovn says
My puppy was Dark Brawn and so active… Any name Sujest…. ?Please
Sydney says
Major Could be cool!
Chloe says
Bolt
justina morales says
scooter
Olivia says
Bruno would be nice
Jackie says
I have a toy poodle brown his name is Tino it is italian for brown
Alan says
Marrone is Italian for brown.!!
Robin says
I have a dalmation with a patch on his right eye and a heart shaped nose. What would be a cool name
kristie porter says
Eros it means God of love
Tabby says
patch? since hes patchy
April Worton says
Hi I’m getting a new Bicheno fries puppy the last Bicheno I had was with us for 16 years his name was tedd-e-bear
I’m looking for a new original name male dog help please
Paul says
Liberty
Madelyn Nicholas says
jake?
Barry Piper says
Boaz
altana says
Need a name for my boxer. Dark brindle but white covering front. Was thinking a human name. We were going to name him Cooper but not sure anymore.
Sarah Moore says
I like Cooper. But I think you should name him Hank. Please respond to my comment on what you end up naming him.
Liz says
Sly
Stallone
Rocky
Champ
Mary Smith says
Yeah might name my new unborn puppy Champ
Conner says
I like Hank or Gunner
K says
We had a brindle boxer named Benson. He was the best!!!!
Alison says
Toro – means Bull in Spanish
aislyn gates says
Hello,
I’m getting a golden retriever puppy! We don’t know the gender or what it looks like because it hasn’t even been born. Would you leave some comments, pls?
Bob says
Buckwheat
Traci says
Anything creative for a small red male puppy?
Mystery says
Fall, Redster, Maple, REDgie
Carolyn Petersen says
I named my moyen standard red poodle Razzamatazz Ricky. It really fits him, as he is a scamp!!!
Will says
SCOUT is a good cute name
Rosie says
Anyone know any good names for a male black and white border collie? I’m stuck choosing from Bailey, Harley, Ace or Monty!
Any suggestions?
Cmb says
I had a border collie black and white named Harley. Great name!
Pam says
Digger
Sarah MacKinnon says
Cutter
Dodger
Sly
Slyce
Greg Parsons says
We had a wonderful Australian shepherd that we just had to put down so sad in his name was Geyser and I’ve never heard anyone have that name before and we’ve got tons of comments in all our travels on that name. Now we’re getting a new puppy male and are looking for names.
Graham says
Kia Kaha is Maori for “stay strong”. We had to put our Aussie down so we empathize with your loss. We called her Kia for short!
Rosie says
Anyone know any good names for a male black and white border collie? I’m stuck choosing from Bailey, Harley, Ace or Monty!
Any suggestions?
Deanne says
We have one named Maxie but another do named Mighyana, we call her Mighty! My son got it from a Pokémon dog when he was 7! I love it!
Sherry says
Diego …Mario…Minion Ace..Sky… I also am looking for a name for my New male Border Collie puppy
Donna says
Starr…. that is with 2 R’s …
That was my 15 year old BC’s name …
Liz says
Yellow Lab female – Savannah “Van or Vanna” for short
Schipperke male – Tucker “Tucky Bin Ladin” for short (he was a terror at times)
Chihuahua female – Daisy
Shiba Inu female – Reba
Unkown says
Millie
Pia says
Best Female Dogs name!
Gracie or Pippa!!
Donna says
I had a black lab I got shortly after 9/11. Named him Liberty! Sweet and freedom loving boi!!
Paul MacDonald says
Got my yellow lab February of 2002 and named her liberty had her 14 years 10 months getting a mini Australia shepherd in 3 weeks
NovaStar says
I couldn’t find i good name. i am making a story with wolves and I have a black male wolf anyone know any good male black wolf names?
Nadine Maria Saubers says
Sky, Ravi, Flint, Jet, Ash, Harley, Shadow, Ghost, Blue, Raj, Raven, Ryker, Ragnar, Berg, Marley, Grey, Zora, Juneau, Prince.
Robin says
Apollo
Sonya says
Night Shadow
frances k stevenson says
Lobo
Helenw says
Just got apup boy fluffy white with apricote tips . Whats a good name
Kristie Porter says
Twinkie
Eva says
My dogs name is Gabby, and Cody
Jen K says
I have a brand new puppy and just can not decide a name, he light brown with black on his ears and snout, and faded black on the bottom half of his back and tail. His mom is a mix of some type of terrier and his dad is a lhasa apso. Please help!!
Kkelley says
Bonez
Ramona says
I had a Lhasa …Kogi
Carrie says
We just got a 10 wk old Parti-Yorkie. He’s a tea-cup size and can’t agree on a name. We’re big Ohio State fans and immediately wanted something related to OSU. We started calling him Archie, but it just doesn’t seem to fit and for the life of me, I can never remember it when I’m talking to him. We have Gia Louise or Little Face (chorkie) and Shan (Black lab). Shan was already named when we got her, it’s short for Chantilly Lace.
Hubby wants to name our new puppy Buddy or Bacon but I’m not a fan of either name.
Help!
Jules says
My sister-in-law is a huge OSU fan as well and just named her new pup, Buckeye!
Piner says
Cheater? Sweater vest? All kidding aside Woody is a no brainer? I presume Bo is out?
Katie says
I’m getting a white golden retriever puppy (male) and I don’t know what to name it. Please help! ???
Mel says
Here are a few name suggestions –Ernie,Wyatt, Ricky or Rooster
Linda King says
My neice has a part blue healer named Rooster sweet little dog. He is almost 13 years old
Dave says
I miss my retriever after 18 years. He was the best dog. His name was Bosco.
Hope this gives you some ideas for a name.
Good luck.
Dave
joeann says
I had a Lab that I lost after 10 years. Her name was Dakota which means friend in Dakota language.
Love the name for this wonderful dog.
kelly sutich says
I have a white golden named bear. He looks like a big polar bear. And we are getting a puppy who will be named teddy lol
Jennifet Bobbiyy says
Cooper, Chester, Barley
Lucy Cordova says
Gypsy..was the name of my beloved baby girl.
Janet says
Duncan
Murphy
Axel
Brody
Quincy
Nash
Cooper
Oliver
Chance
Pat says
I am getting a 8 week old dashing and I am calling ace black and brown
Britany says
Need a good name for purebred rottie male pup. Any ideas of a strong masculine name
Jen says
I think Kane(Cane or Cain), Tank, Rocky or Rocko are tough names for a rottie!!
Julie says
I let my rot tie choose his own name, as I couldn’t make my mind up. While he was playing I started calling out the names I had chosen and when he turned round and came to me that’s the name he got.
Jeffrey M Callahan says
I shouldnt be telling you this name, because I had a Champion Rottie that was an amazing dog. 145 lbs!.. I named him HOWIE!.. After Howie Long. He was badass.
Your welcome!
Lorenz says
Oh wow. What an amazing and unique name.
DBD says
Ruger, Matador
Susan Loving says
I had a big doberman and I named him Outlaw and called him Law.
Amy says
Debo
Helene says
Tyson
Sue says
Atticus? Deacon? Thor? Zeus?
Amie says
Ruger or Sig Sauer
Janet says
Rocco, Diesel, Ace, Apollo, Schultz, Tank, Colonel, Gunther, Cujo, Rambo. These names remind me of Rottweilers.
Sharon says
We just rescued a MALE Golden Retriever pup (1.5 years old) from a Taiwan puppy mill. The first year of his life was spent in a cage and void of everything a puppy should have. He is very small and very afraid of all strange sounds and items but very sweet and cute as can be! I would like to emphasize his growing courage, or possibly his Scottish heritage, but would appreciate any cute name. Y’all have come up with some great ones for other requests. Our previous Goldens have been Misty, Maverick, and Tucker. He’s a dark golden color. I’ve had lots of thoughts but I’m very indecisive. — Connery, Bairn, Logan, Berkeley (Barkley is cute but he hasn’t made a sound since we got him!), Fletcher, Barclay, Gavin, Coby, Graham, Higgins, Tavis, Corkin, Drake, Dax, Jax, Corbin, Becks, Jax, Indy, Dylan. HELP PLEASE!
Walt says
You may want to go with a temporary name. Then if he starts to become more active and playful, give him a permanent name to match this new personality. That means he’s warming up to you. But for now what stands out to me and probably a few other people is Dylan.
Javis says
But he could get used to a temporary name so give it a premenent name
Toshfarms says
FREEMAN
Gwen says
How about Mystery cos I bet if he was human he’d have a good few stories to tell
K. D. says
Drake is good. Our dog is named Bodhi & it’s perfect for that part of the world. He is an animal testing survivor that we rescued????
Lucky says
First name that came to be is Lucky, cause that’s what this furbaby is to have you ?
Patrick M says
Thank you for deciding on a rescue and not encouraging more unwanted dogs by buying from a breeder. Far too many dogs are put down (killed) every year.
Dale says
I had friends that had some good dog names. One was called “Popcorn” and the other was called “Zumba”.
Megan says
Wanting a first and middle name for our male German Shepherd. He’s also already a year old.
Jenn says
Charles Barkley
Nathalie Comeau says
We will have a male tri color miniature dachshund in oct and need ideas of name, he is so cute!!!!
Jen says
Our Daschund’s were Oscar was for “oscar myer weener” and the the other was Sonny, we also had a Toto and Sparky in the family that were also Daschund ?
Jenn says
Samson. They have big personalities for such a small dog. Had our for 16 yrs.
pouyan says
Hello i want to buy a golden retriever male dog.
what do you suggest guys?
Vicki says
My daughters golden retriever is called Boris after Boris Johnson’s hair lol x
Jen says
I like the name Scout for a golden retriever!
Dawn Allen Hagendorf says
Murphy
carol says
We had a golden named Duncan.
Nate says
Charles BARK-ley
Now why isn’t that name on here
Ken says
Need a name for my black Greyhound boy. We are collecting him next week. HELP!!
Ronnie says
Rosco
Marilyn Brown says
Fargo (middle name Well)as in Wells Fargo
Something to do with a bus or transport
Wells Fargo was the first teams us mail delivery service
Jen says
Ebony
Stephanie G. Colman says
Chase
Liberty says
Magic
Linda Dunlap says
Digby is my silky terrier. That sounds Australian.
Debbie Lyn Martin says
I’m getting a black lab puppy
I’m naming him after my favorite fishing place.
“Bishop”
I’m Excited, I had one for 14 yrs he passed this past June. Still heartbroken, but I’m ready for another best friend.
Jen says
Ebony
Lillian juliette Katz says
Blk Lab male-Jax
Choc Lab female-Dorey
Hemmingway Orange cat female – Butters
Blk Cat male – Coby
Grey Cat male runt of litter, smart- Doc
Blk & Wht female kittie died 6 mos – Binx on Friday 9-7 -18
Looking for a name for a 2 lb male kitty loves to climb very loving & cuddly, blk & wht was found in a Ford but I dont like that name. Thinking Ziggiy, Taz HELP !!!
Suzan says
We are getting a Male Cavachon in just a few days. He is a very active dog but super cute. My husband wants to name him Rocket. I’m just not sure. He apparently melts in your arms when you pick him up to hold him. Gotta love that!
We would love suggestions…
Becky Carter says
Need a name for a husky border collie lab mix Male
Ebrima says
It has to suit his personality though xx
Ken says
Sniper.
Macy Murray Redmond says
Hi I just got a boy Australian kelpy and have no idea what to name him he’s quite playful but protective help !
. says
*kelpie
Jaelin says
That’s such a cute name
Robin Moore says
just got a boy puppy, his mother is a black lab/border collie mix and his dad is a Siberian husky – he looks like a little tan bear – can’t decide on a name – any ideas?
shimmy says
You should name him Reef
Kg says
Coda
the little bear in the Disney film brother bear
Diane says
What do you think of Toby for a Shepherd beagle mix?
Terri J says
Benson was the butler in soap. Chester was the husband to Jessica Tate.
Chester Tate!
ellen pugliese-spangenberg says
love the name benson my new arrival will be here sat. and i think he’s going to be a benson tiny yorkie
Jacqui Marshall says
My basset hound is Benson,good choice
Jacky says
New puppy alsatian x lab. Male. What you think of ” Manley “?
Connie Richard says
Manfred as in Manfred von Richtofen the Red Baron. Or Blitz as in Blitzkrieg
Ana says
Hello
Need help with a name for our new American Bulldog. He is white with 1 brown ear. Looking for a cute name that signifies guardian/protector.
Thank you in advanced.
sarah says
Artemis
Christina Handsaker says
Alexander means defender of man.
Lucia says
We just adopted our second dog. He is a 3 months old mix. His face looks like a San Bernard and body is all white. He looks he’ll be big. Long leg and paws. My daughter loves Bruno we like Drago and keep debating. Beethoven also good but might be too long. Help !! 🙂
Jersey says
Names should be unique!!!have an imagination GUNNER ,BIG’N, BUBBA,GRUFFY,DAGGER,KOA,JOJO,are awsome names.
Laina says
My Saint Bernard is named Goliath, his nick-names are Big’ns, SlobberBox, and “Oh my god”, as said by our visitors 🙂
Sue says
Winter
Jenie says
We name our puppies Newton and Nougat. They are adorable red toy poodles
Jamie Kruger says
Our first golden retriever puppy was named Sinjun. He was a beautiful boy!
Amber says
We just got a 7 month old Bassett mix. We cannot decide on a name!
He looks almost 100% Bassett, but his head is just a tad too square and his muzzle is shorter. He’s definitely got the eyes and ears of a Bassett hound! His coat is rust and white.
Help ?
D says
How about Bertie?
Stephanie Friedman says
Do you like the names Winston or Wyatt
Manty says
Bo
N says
My Bassett mix is 13 yrs old. His name is Bentley George.
Billiesgirl666 says
I love the name diesel it suits basset hounds nicely
Heidi says
Beauregard is a great name for basset hound!
Ki says
Copper
Lori says
Just got a puppy yesterday and we named him Bodie.
Lynn says
My new puppies names are Lily and Finnegan (Finn) or maybe Tucker 🙂
Mushi says
KoKo Pupp for a female Lavender fleece color Labradoodle, Molly Popp for a female Golden Retriever.
zootuber says
i want forest-ish names for my basenji/lab that is male and is brown, orange, and white with a curly tail
zootuber says
i was thinking human names, too. like Levi or Deac
Sin says
Saachi
Nana says
Elwood
Dee says
Mine named Rupert and Chester after the butler in soap
Tjay says
Benson was the butler in soap. Chester was the husband
Rachel Elizabeth Zent says
I had a chocolate lab named Forest for 10 years, everyone loved it and I never met another so it must have been unique!
prudvi says
single word CHO
Tjay says
My girlfriend has a chic lab mix named Forrest!
Interesting!
Connie Richard says
Logan
Donna Fisher says
I had a friend of mine she had her dog named Asia I love that name it was a Great Dane
Annette Singleton says
Our girl rottie is named Asia.
Jan says
My Rattie mix is black
Except chest and paws have some white name is Skeeter!
Towaina says
I have a male blue pit puppy name Smokey..
Pat says
Got blue heeler puppy named him Bandit!!
Tiana says
I just adopted what looks like a rat terrier but different ears, I don’t know what his breed is. Anyways, He is really skittish because he was abused, He is currently 5 years old and 1 month. I was planning on naming him Victor but it doesn’t suit him, any ideas?
ps: He’s all black except for the lower part of his chest and stomach, which are white.
Towaina says
Name him Courage
Bfm says
How about Chance?
Shaq?
Eva says
Name him buddy
Jan says
Skeeter is my rattie mix, black with a little white on chest and paws!
Sandy says
I’m getting a puppy tomorrow and naming him “Hugo” good luck with your little adopted doggy ,he sounds lovely ?
Patrick M says
Thank you for choosing to rescue and not encouraging breeders to have more unwanted dogs. Far too many wonderful dogs are put to sleep every day…
McKayla says
We just got a yellow lab mix. We (my brother and I) named him Loki!!
Sarah says
Cool!
Traci says
We had a chihuahua named Loki. He was a prankster. Loved that little guy and really miss his hairy little self
Delshina says
I will have a German sherper soon and i want a name which is appart…
Do you have suggestion?
I was thinking of Stitch.
zootuber says
name him mufasa or simba or jonja
Diane says
What do you think of Toby for a Shepherd beagle mix?
Ashley says
My dog that is a pikapoo mix with a poodle is named hero he is so adorable and cute
Isabella says
I have a 2y/o border collie x german shepherd, she closely resembles a miniature cow & her name’s Daisy. Then there’s my beautiful Lola, an 11 and nearly 12 year-old rottweiler girl!
Cece says
Awwww! Those are cute names!! How lucky you are to have an almost 12 year old Rottie!!!
Nicole Labelle says
Love rotties. ? We we’re lucky to have ours until she was 16
Lisa Vaughn says
That is a longtime that’s wonderful
Jillian says
I got Roscoe (Miniature Pinscher Jack Russell Terrier mix), Lark (Blue Heeler Corgi mix, Sassy (Redbone Coonhound English Bulldog mix), and Kaiser (Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua mix)
Brian says
My little girl is Tillie, my fat ol Man is snoopie adopted him at 2 yrs old kept his name and my newest 2 lb baby boy is Juno …
Marsha says
I have a tiny chihuahua and his name is Meky……like Mickey Mouse but different spelling.
Kim says
I have a pom/chi puppy any name suggestions? Male
Julie L. Cain says
Cruise
Callie says
Dox
zootuber says
pompom or maybe pilot
Evelyn Summer says
We got a German Shepard poodle mix(a shepadoodle) and named him Bosco. Should’ve named him Bear or Moose, he’s huge!! And fluffy. Don’t forget the fluffiness.
prudvi says
why don’t you name him HUGE
Carolyn Petersen says
I like the name Bosch!
Heidi says
Ok. Here it goes! ALL my fur kids names, starting with my 3 lb. Chihuahua named Penelope! Then there’s Jersey Jo, Clyde, Bonnie Bell, Junior, Dylan, Ringo, Twilight, Macaroni, Polar, Jett, Bailey, Pipper and Ivory! Whheewww….say that 3 times real fast!
Karen Babcock says
wow, that is a lot of dogs you are so lucky!
Jim M says
I named my dog Chihuahua mix Sham. That way when he poops, I can say it’s Sham-poo!
Un Satsu says
Nice one!
Kat says
Casey and hunter are mine
Abi says
Bruno for my bulldog
Ollie says
Thought Butch would be up the list.
zootuber says
yea
Kym says
I have just received a border Collie x Mini Poodle, he is so same cute, love at first site, he is a brown and white Bordoodle, ant suggestions Guys and Gale
Billie says
bruno or oscar! have u chosen a name yet? congratulations!!
Callie says
Ozzy
Sharon says
I would name him Quincy!
Tez says
My boys are named Horatio and Huxley.
G. Schuette says
Our cute little pug, we named her Cookie .
Seline says
Got a 3mnt old boy pug love cookie . But for a boy i dont no wat to do iv had a buddy a tyson an betsy . Id liked to call him spartacus but a pug mite not suit ? any1 and gud unsual names i like marley king otis snoop help!!! just cant decide indecisive i am
Nancy says
Spartacus for sure !!
Tera says
I have 3 pom’s named Yuki loki and rusty I had 4 but my little girl recently passed away 🙁 her name was tyiki mikk im doing a trial run with 2 puppies that are a mix of a collie hanging tree and MC nab they are cute but I don’t know what to call them we are thinking striker and Duke but not sure
Breanna says
I’m liking the names Tucker,Oscar,bubby,Teddy,Rex,idk…there cute I’m just getting a new dog still looking for names though sadly….😥
Kathy says
My Standard Poodle’s name is Stanley.
Michelle Thomas says
I named my dog Shiva ~Hindu God, meaning destroyer. Let me tell you. He sure lives up to it. <3
Ingrid says
One of my dog’s name is also Shiva 🙂 She also lives up to it!
Mandy says
My standard poodles name is Carson
What is my dog says
I named my dog (no clue on his breed, he’s a mix of something or other) Steely Dan. Music references are the best pet names.
Mandy says
Wow that’s what we need are blue heeler. He passed away a few months ago. We have another dog we named Bodie. It is short for a bodhisattva.
Issy Simpson says
We have two poochons- Chip and Enzo
Maia says
My dogs names are Barkley and max
mary says
We have three dogs and just added a forth! Ripper our staffy, maisie (Shih Tzu), Pollyanna (Lhasa). Just added a black great Dane puppy and I want to name him Anakin from star wars . Has to start with an A. Any suggestions?
Laura Rexford says
Archer
Arrow
Asher
Ashton
Abicus
Abhishek Mathur says
Ace
Atlas
Ollie says
Archimedes
Aristotle
Callie says
Apollo
Axle
Cheyenne says
Apollo
Saru says
Atto
Emma Regnoc says
Atticus
zootuber says
arc
anek
al
Sharon says
Our rescue was Annikin but he became Darth Vadar. We didn’t want him named after someone evil and we didn’t want his name shortened to Ann or Anni. — Just something for you to think about.
J&T says
We decided that our puppy name is Coco.
GB says
Is it a boy or girl? I like this for a boy name but not sure it works
María Jimena Romero says
Coco is a nickname. Argentinian one. It’s male.
Arabella says
I have three dogs and we are gonna get another we need a boy name! Are dogs are jasmine Frankie=male and bruce
anne says
our Cedric ( official name) became a truly beloved Ceddie ( cuddly) buddy.
with love
Joann says
I have two dogs named: patras and max.. they are both cuties..
Miriam says
My male Doberman pinscher name is AQUILES
Cooper Wilde says
My dogs name is buddy!!!!! He has Three Legs
Sarah says
Reminds me of fried green tomatoes when buddy loses an arm!
Arely says
I am so sorry that your dog has 3 legs
A says
Omg buddy must be sooo cute
How did he lose a leg
Ann Wlad says
I remember meeting a dog once that only had three legs… his name was Tripod. Best name ever…
Tjay says
Benson was the butler in soap. Chester was the husband to Jessica Tate.
Chester Tate!
Stephanie Gurney says
I had a three-legged dog named Cassie. Short for Hop-a-long Cassidy.
Seline says
I had a buddy hes was the best he was my buddy he was plasied and great around children iv a tattoo of it im after getting a 3mnt old pug male im stuck for a name something diffrent then common names iv a tyson witch dosnt suit him my daughter named him hes was very soft he is a staff so we thought it wld suit but now hes 2 and hes also more of a buddy . But my lil man pugsley im callin him to family coz i cant decide i like king or marley or otis or snoop coz its cute an so is he plz if uv any names id love to here bk as i only got him 2day . X tnks is coco a girls name it is isnt it.?
McKayla says
I think Coco could honestly be for a boy or girl. In my opinion, it works for both.
Tiana says
I’ll do my best to decode what you said.
Coco can go both ways, however, I think you should name him Barley, its an uncommon name but it fits for pugs.
Toodles~