The best male dog names don’t just sound great, they can also make a statement.
There are lots of great ways to search for the perfect male dog names:
Most popular male dog names
The International Dog Name survey illustrates just how trends in dog names change over time. And shows us the names that are hot right now!
Top 100 male dog names 2019
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 |
Remember that good male dog names are easy to pronounce and flow nicely off the tongue.
Male dog names A-Z
Fashions in dog names come and go.
There are some that have withstood the test of time. Names like “Hooch,” “Max,” and “Buddy” have been popular choices for dogs for years.
Click on any of the letters below to go to a list of great name ideas!
In each group you’ll find a shortlist of top names.
And below each list is a link to our main library of dog names. Boy dog names sections can be found under each letter.
A
Male dog names that start with A
- Acorn
- Ajax
- Alex
- Alfie
- Alpha
- Andre
- Aragog
- Arnie
- Arnold
- Austin
Check out our full list of dog names that start with A
B
Good boy dog names that start with B
- Bailey
- Barky
- Beau
- Beethoven
- Ben
- Bill
- Bruno
- Brutus
- Bubs
- Bugs
Check out our full list of dog names that start with B
C
Male dog names that start with C
- Captain
- Casey
- Casper
- Chance
- Chase
- Chip
- Clark
- Clint
- Cody
- Cooper
Check out our full list of dog names that start with C.
D
Male puppy names that start with D
- Dandy
- Danny
- Dargo
- Dash
- Dave
- Deke
- Dexter
- Drogo
- Duke
- Dylan
Check out our full list of dog names that start with D
E
Male puppy names that start with E
- Earl
- Echo
- Eddie
- Elon
- Elvis
- Enzo
- Eric
- Ernie
- Errol
- Evan
Check out our full list of dog names that start with E
F
Male puppy names that start with F
- Fabian
- Falcon
- Falstaff
- Fang
- Fenda
- Finn
- Flynn
- Frank
- Freddie
- Frodo
Check out our full list of dog names that start with F
G
Male puppy names that start with G
- Gabe
- Galaxy
- Garry
- Gerry
- Ghost
- Gibson
- Gill
- Gonzo
- Grit
- Gunner
Check out our full list of dog names that start with G
H
Male dog names that start with H
- Hamish
- Han
- Harley
- Harry
- Hashtag
- Hector
- Henry
- Hero
- Homer
- Hooch
Check out our full list of dog names that start with H
I
Male puppy names that start with I
- Ice
- Icon
- Iggy
- Imp
- Inca
- Indie
- Inky
- Itchy
- Ivan
- Ivor
The letter I list contains some of the more unusual names. How many other great names beginning with I can you think of?
J
Male dog names that start with J
- Jabba
- Jago
- Jason
- Jasper
- Jerry
- Jethro
- Jigsaw
- Jingles
- Jinx
- Johnny
Check out our full list of dog names that start with J
K
Male puppy names that start with K
- Karl
- Kenny
- Kent
- Kermit
- Kipling
- Kit
- Knotts
- Knox
- Knuckles
- Kurt
Check out our full list of dog names that start with K
L
Male puppy names – boy names that start with L
- Laurie
- Lancelot
- Lenin
- Lennon
- Leo
- Lincoln
- Linus
- Louie
- Lucky
- Luke
Check out our full list of dog names that start with L
M
Male puppy names that start with M
- Marlon
- Mars
- Maverick
- Max
- Meatloaf
- Micah
- Micky
- Mischief
- Morris
- Muppet
Check out our full list of dog names that start with M
N
Male puppy names that start with N
- Nando
- Nano
- Napoleon
- Nacho
- Nathan
- Nautilus
- Nelson
- Nemo
- Nick
- North
Check out our full list of dog names that start with N
O
Male dog names that start with O
- Oakley
- Oats
- Obi
- Odin
- Oliver
- Omar
- Onyx
- Orville
- Oscar
- Owen
Check out our full list of dog names that start with O
P
Male puppy names that start with P
- Pacino
- Paddy
- Parker
- Pavlov
- Peanut
- Percy
- Pickle
- Pluto
- Poacher
- Presley
Check out our full list of dog names that start with P
Q
Male dog names that start with Q
- Quarz
- Quasimodo
- Quatro
- Quibble
- Quill
- Quin
- Quincy
- Quip
- Quixie
- Quiz
Which is your favorite so far? Don’t forget you can add your own ideas and suggestions in the comments box below.
R
Male dog names that start with R
- Rags
- Raisin
- Rambo
- Raymond
- Rebel
- Rex
- Rico
- Robin
- Rocky
- Ronnie
Check out our full list of dog names that start with R
S
Male puppy names that start with S
- Scottie
- Scout
- Scrabble
- Sergeant
- Sherlock
- Socrates
- Soldier
- Snoopy
- Stan
- Steve
Check out our full list of dog names that start with S
T
Male dog names that start with T
- Tacco
- Tarzan
- Teddy
- Tenyson
- Theo
- Thor
- Tracker
- Trojan
- Troy
- Trumpet
Check out our full list of dog names that start with T
U
Male puppy names that start with U
- Uber
- Ukele
- Ulrich
- Ultrasonic
- Ulysses
- Unicorn
- Usk
- Ustinov
- Utah
- Utopia
Still not found the right one for your pup? Read on!
V
Male puppy names that start with V
- Vagabond
- Valentine
- Vandal
- Vanish
- Velvet
- Victor
- Vinnie
- Virgil
- Vodka
- Vulcan
Let’s look at some more great names next!
W
Male dog names that start with W
- Wag
- Wally
- Warrior
- Watson
- Webley
- Wilbur
- Wilf
- William
- Wilson
- Winston
Check out our full list of dog names that start with W
X
Male puppy names that start with X
- Xanadu
- Xander
- Xango
- Xavier
- Xax
- Xerxes
- Xox
These names are great for a unique pup!
Y
Male dog names that start with Y
- Yani
- Yarrow
- Yeats
- Yeller
- Yenko
- Yeti
- Yogi
- Yogurt
Can you think of any more great names starting with Y?
Z
Male puppy names that start with Z
- Zorro
- Zack
- Zappo
- Zeiss
- Ziggy
- Zippy
- Zork
- Zorro
- Zulu
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.
Search for male dog names by category
Good dog names for boys might complement your four-legged boy’s features, size, or personality.
Or perhaps, you might name your pooch after a favorite fictional character or a celebrity’s pet!
You can even use his breed, or job if he’ll be a working dog, to name him.
Check out the male dog name categories below
The nice thing about naming a male puppy is that you can find inspiration in just about anything.
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Including simple everyday items in your home, and the wider world outdoors.
To assist you with choosing the perfect male pet name, we’ve grouped lists of the best boy dog names into the following categories.
- Strong male dog names
- Cute male puppy names
- Male names for small dogs
- Male names for big dogs
- Funny dog names
- Cool boy dog names
- Unique boy puppy names
- Famous male dog names
- Human male puppy names
Check out the following names for male dogs that we’ve categorized by cuteness, size, and individuality!
Strong male dog names
Dog male names might reference how big and strong a male dog is or will grow up to be.
Boy pet names that emphasize strength are popular with large dog breeds.
Here are some puppy names for boys that will call out your male dog’s powerful physique:
- Arnold (Schwarzenegger)
- Brute
- Clark (Kent, Superman)
- Gaston
- Hagrid (Harry Potter series)
- Herc (Hercules)
- Hulk
- Jordon
- Mufasa
- Shaq (Shaquille O’Neal)
- Stallone
- Stretch
- Tarzan
- T-Rex
- Wolverine
Big dog names – male
Here are a few more puppy boy names that will call out your big boy’s larger-than-average stature:
- 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
Small dog names – male
On the opposite end of the spectrum, if your small-breed male puppy is destined to remain cutely compact, then his name might reflect his uber-adorable small size.
Puppy names, boy or girl, that play up a vertically challenged stature are popular among “toy” breeds, especially those that are small enough to fit into a lady’s purse.
We like the following male puppy names that are perfect for 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
- Squirt
- Stitch
- Stuart (Little)
- Tot
- Theodore (‘Theo’ for short)
- Thimble
- Tiny Tim
- Tweety
If these aren’t enough, we have a whole article dedicated to small dog names! Or how about something humorous?
Funny boy names for dogs
If humor is your thing, then choosing a funny name for your pooch could be the perfect option!
For example, you could give your tiny dog a name that’s bigger than he is. We’re looking at you, Bruiser the Chihuahua from the movie, “Legally Blonde”!
Or for your large dog, you might call him “Little John”.
Tiny names for larger dogs are especially funny if your large dog thinks he’s a lap dog!
You can also name your pooch after an especially funny fictional character or TV show! Here are some satirical male puppy 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 for males
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 male puppy names that we think will 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 (of the four-legged variety) 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?
There are lots of cute dog names, male and female alike, to be found in children’s books, for sure.
Sound like a winner? Well then, consider one of these cute male dog names:
- Bubs
- Cubby
- Dobby
- Elliott
- Finley
- Happy
- Minion
- Piglet
- Pipsqueak
- Pokey
- Pooh Bear
- Puffball
- Puppers
- Screech
- Todd
Cool dog names – boy
Are you tired of Googling things like “Cool male dog names” and “Cool boy dog names”?
If so, then you’ve arrived at the right place!
You see, “cool” names for your pup are easier to find than you might think…
Check out one of the following cool dog names male that remind us of some popular and super cool characters:
- Beckham
- Damon
- Doc
- Garth
- Hawkeye
- Tonto
- Lucias
- Luigi
- Malfoy
- Mario
- Parker
- Jeeves
- Salvatore (‘Sal’ for short)
- Stefan
- Wyatt
What can be cooler than the unusual?
Unique dog names male
Unique boy dog names are a lovely way to emphasize your pup’s extra special-ness!
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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 male dog names can be inspired by the names of famous landmarks or even cities, countries, or states.
Here are a few truly unique male dog names:
- Austin
- Bora
- Bristol
- Dallas
- Diego
- Ford
- Fuse
- Indy
- Juneau
- Leland
- Nash
- Nile
- Peru
- Sioux
- Teton
There’s More!
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 that are popular are often common because they are so appealing :
- Fido
- Lassie
- Marley
- Otis
- Pongo
- Scooby
- Skip
- Spot
- Teddy
- Tucker
- Wishbone
It can be very cute or funny when an animal is called by a traditionally human name.
“Human” names for boy dogs
We especially like these male puppy names that might just get your dog mistaken for a human relative:
- Bill
- Dale
- Jase
- Jethro
- Jimmie
- Joey
- Johnny
- Lucas
- Mikey
- Ricky
- Rob
- Ronnie
- Scott
- Timmy
- Tom
Or take a dive into the world of celebrity!
Famous dog names – male celebrity pets
Male dogs named after the pets of Hollywood’s biggest stars will certainly pique the interest of everyone who meets your pet!
We found some celebrity pet names, the following are a few of our favorites:
- Bruno (Rita Ora)
- Colin (Harry Styles)
- Dubois (Hilary Duff)
- Dylan (Tyler Blackburn)
- Enzo (Nikki Reed Somerhalder)
- Fawkes (Ariana Grande)
- Fitz (Lauren Conrad)
- Floyd (Miley Cyrus)
- Fuller (Chloe Grace Moretz)
- Kingston (Bella Thorne)
- Mochi (Ian Harding)
- Norman (Kylie Jenner)
- Olive (Ashley Benson)
- Sirius (Ariana Grande)
- Walter Gene (Ashley Benson)
As you can see, it’s often a popular film, writer or personality that inspires people to name their pets.
But some or our readers have managed to come up with some original, quirky and beautiful alternatives.
Great male dog names from our readers
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
Best dog names – male
The name that you give your dog can emphasize his rugged good looks, his quirky personality, or his size.
If you want to name him for something other than his appearance, you can find inspiration in such things as everyday objects.
As well as human names, city names, famous landmarks or even your favorite fictional characters.
Regardless of the name that you choose, though, be sure that it’s easy to say and doesn’t sound too much like any other name that you might be saying around your dog.
You’ll want him to be able to distinguish his name from everyone else’s in your family.
The best male dog names come in all shapes and sizes, but the true best name for your dog is one that suits him to a “T” that you also won’t mind repeating over and over again!
Still Can’t Decide?
Can’t quite settle on the right name yet?
Then check out our other awesome puppy names articles in our main dog name library!
And once you have made up your mind, don’t forget to tell us your favorite dog’s name in the comments box below
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…..?
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
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
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!
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.
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.
Jennifer says
Twinkie
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Ashley says
Cookie
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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 ?
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 colour 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 ?
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
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~