Every future dog owner is faced with the question “What to name the dog?” This issue cannot be taken lightly, because names for dogs, like for people, are given only once. So how can you choose a beautiful, unusual and sonorous nickname for your pet? This list, which contains the coolest, most beautiful, funny and unusual names for pets, will help you solve this issue.
Dogs are often given foreign names. The name can be chosen from any language, but most often the furry pets are given Japanese, English and Russian names.
This list contains names for dogs that are black, red, white, and gray. Read the article and choose a worthy name for your friend!
Beautiful nicknames for dogs for boys
Nicknames for boys' dogs should consist of two or three words, not be aggressive, and be extremely clear so that the pet remembers them faster.
Nicknames for boys' dogs starting with the letter A: Archie, Ambrose, Ike, Albert, Adonis, Angus, Asaph, Apollo, Arthur, Adam, Hades, Alex, Iron, Antonio, Amodeo, Arex, Ax, Amigo, Asterix, Azazel, Aslan, Aji, Archie, Absinthe, Alik, As, Ali, Hayk, Argo, Avidor, Adik, Archibald, Aldo, Amir, Armagnan, Asti, Achilles, Anat, Abner, Amethyst, Cupid, Asex, Aleandro, Achilles, Aaron, Agbet, Agent, Abo, Adams, Adept, Adjar, Adis.
Nicknames starting with the letter B: Barney, Bardon, Bex, Barley, Balu, Baze, Bert, Brutus, Bali, Bobby, Benz, Baskerville, Benjamin, Bitvin, Blanco, Brosco, Brooklyn, Buffalo, Bango.
Names starting with V: Walter, Watson, Vivaldi, Wentz, Vesuvius, Valmont, Wilfred, Vidzhin, Vlas, Wade, Vivat, Viol, Vesyoly, Vaygach, Vashek, Vantiy, Velar, Verdun, Vivan, Virz, West, Viscount, Verro. Nicknames for dogs starting with the letter G: Gerd, Hans, Hyde, Gustav, Horace, Hamlet, Grant, Hephaestus, Gonzo, Hudson, Homer, Harry, Guilmo, Gimli, Grotto, Gros, Gust, Goodwin, Terrible.
Nicknames for boys' dogs starting with the letter D: Darcy, Jack, Genie, Dandy, Dante, Jasper, Jackson, Damian, Jazz, Duncan, Dionysus, Dyke, Desimon, Defl, Gino, Jum, Diaz, DiCaprio, Dimal, Dominion, Dux, Delle, Dukes, Duce, Double.
Names starting with the letter E: Efim, Erot, Jaeger, Enur, Erek, Eddi, Ezef, Emelya, Ephraim, Eko, Egypt, Emelyan, Elir, Erzon, Egin, Elim, En, Ensey, Ert, Essi, Echang, Evstignei, Ediney .
Names of dogs for boys starting with E: Zhigan, Jerome, Zhair, Zhesvit, Zhiriman, Zhivago, Zhetem, Zheikhe, Gilles, Zhofrey, Jardon, Zhanni, Genre, Zhigol, Zhora, Zhuzhik, Zhulan, Zhulchi, Zalgiris, Zhantagor, Zhegi, Zheks, Zhemyu, Gerry, Jol, Zhammy, Zhuchik, Zhetsi, Gervaise, Zhenya, Zhigol, Tourniquet.
Nicknames for Z, I, K: Zeus, Zamoro, Zorro, Zigrut, Zivatar, Zense, Zembo, Zerok, Zurim, Zuyd, Zest, Izzy, Irwin, Fig, Irbis, If, Emerald, Ignat, Aldar, Imbo, Ingri, Indios, Ir, Irinus, Islav, Emperor, Camelot, Conall, Xerxes, Caleb, Claude, Centaur, Kabu, Kane, Kafka, Kera, Kim, Kitezh, Clodo, Consul, Kosar, Concord, Creal, Creighton, Kros, Kronos, Kurat, Kurt, Cam.
Nicknames for boys' dogs starting with the letter L: Lucas, Leo, Lime, Ludwig, Larry, Lord, Loyd, Lazar, Labar, Land, Laycar, Lapul, Lenya, Lawrence, Long, Lapis, Lipsey.
Names for boys' dogs starting with the letter M: Magbeth, Maurice, Marvin, Monty, Mao, Malcolm, Mars, Manifesto, Marcus, Maurice, Matador, Mauro, Mephisto, Mickey, Minor, Michi, Maurice, Moore, Murat, Matt, Musket, Mustang, Morlock, Muzgar, Ma'am, Montey.
Names for boys starting with N, O: Nestor, Nathan, Neil, Ney, Norman, Nux, Nimrad, Nelio, Opal, Onyx, Orpheus, Oliver, Austin, Odysseus, Ozzie, Oscar, Orson, Orpheus, Oggio, Oleks, Orso, Orson, Osirius, Osti, Oyt, Odin, Osya, Ostan, Olris.
Nicknames for boys' dogs starting with the letter P: Percy, Prometheus, Picasso, Pearson, Peter, Paul, Pluto, Percival, Paco, Potap, Push, Punch, Pierre, Patya, Pistol, Prophet, Plyushkin, Present, Pregom, Pentium, Pecatus.
Names starting with R, S: Rubin, Rondo, Razmes, Rocco, Rocky, Ramar, Robin, Russell, Robin, Rafinad, Ramon, Radmir, Remius, Renat, Riesling, Rod, Rogdan, Simon, Salamon, Cyrus, Socrates, Sophocles, Samson, Steven, Silver, Scott, Sisyphus, Simba, Selavir, Snow Leopard, Octopus, Savr, Stone, Sam, Sagi, Streak, Sting, Sable.
Names for boys' dogs starting with the letter T: Tyler, Tony, Thor, Tobias, Tarzan, Tarantino, Thomas, Theodore, Tiger, Twist, Teran, Teddy, Terry, Tibet, Thibo, Timmy, Tillo, Tima, Tins, Tornado, Tottem, Tristan, Tell, Tornado.
Nicknames starting with the letter U: Will, Unagi, Uranus, Ursi, Uno, Wells, Uniy, Unio, Uset, Tamer, Hurricane, Ushastik, Ugolek, Uzya, Umka, Hurray, Urri.
Names for boys starting with F: Felix, Fawn, Fudge, Franklin, Forest, Fidel, Fantast, Fedonis, Fesat, Philon, Flavio, Flick, Flash, Fox, Fox, Force, Frakk, Frax, Frank, Fried, Fries.
Nicknames for boys starting with the letter X: Henk, Chaos, Hunter, Holly, Khan, Javier, Hogan, Hansen, Hans, Haimaj, Hadi, Hobby, Hooper, Hasan, Haraj, Hans.
Nicknames for boys' dogs starting with C, C: Caesar, Chaplin, Chili, Chester, Chase, Charlie, Cicero, Tsetsar, Tsen, Chizhar.
Starting with the letter Sh for a boy: Shanghai, Shelby, Shama, Sherlock, Sean, Shimi, Stirlitz, Shustov, Shunya, Charles, Sharky, Sheuren, Shigi, Shandy, Cherbourg, Shandra, Shamus, Shanity.
Nicknames for dogs: Ernst, Edison, Elf, Eddie, Eriks, Ebo, Evgey, Angel, Endo, Jason, Yanix, Yantar, Yuki, Jupiter, Juraj, Yut, Jeweler, Yarenit, Yashka.
Nicknames from literature
We advise fans of reading and books to look for inspiration in their favorite hobby. A pet can be named not only in honor of a famous hero of a novel, story, poem or fairy tale. The name of a literary work or even the name of the author will sound very original and funny as a nickname.
Our ideas:
- Assol;
- Akunin;
- Athos;
- Alice;
- Azazel;
- Waston;
- Vasilisa;
- Grant;
- Green;
- Hamlet;
- Guidon;
- Gulliver;
- Dickens;
- Juliet;
- Desdemona;
- Christie;
- Consuelo;
- Crusoe;
- Conan Doyle;
- Lolita;
- Nemo;
- Mtsyri;
- Milady;
- Maugham;
- Ostap;
- Tello;
- Stendhal;
- Wells;
- Flaubert;
- Forsyth;
- Holder;
- Shakespeare;
- Ellie;
- Ebenezer.
Faithful Assol
Nicknames with meaning
Don't forget that some names carry meaning and define your pet's character :
- Ren – lotus;
- Aiko – beloved;
- Sin – real;
- YuYuki – snow;
- Abai – careful and attentive;
- Archie – good-natured, cheerful;
- Artie – loves his owner very much;
- Arsen – calm;
- Adam – loves the attention of others;
- Apricot – loves attention and games;
- Rex - well trained, obeys the owner;
- Kai – calm, reasonable;
- Thomas – loves the owner and small children;
- Adonis – attentive, calm;
- Leo is the “king of beasts”, the leader.
European nicknames
Foreign words often act as nicknames for pets. Such names sound beautiful, unusual, sometimes funny and characterize the four-legged animal, especially if they reflect any feature of its appearance or temperament. So why not use a European name as a nickname for your pet?
Options for boys:
- Avido;
- Avaro;
- Iron;
- Brick;
- Vinchitor;
- Winner;
- Gloomy;
- Gilti;
- Gard;
- Grouchy;
- Glade;
- Dream;
- Cole;
- Crime;
- Lazy;
- Light;
- Mist;
- Mode;
- Mild;
- Mix;
- Knight;
- Noisey;
- Owner;
- Ocean;
- Pride;
- Pratto;
- Primo;
- Pigro;
- Pace;
- Ray;
- Runner;
- Ruler;
- Wright;
- Skipper;
- Sprinter;
- Sleepily;
- Soul;
- Scappo;
- Slim;
- Trust;
- Wild;
- Fayt;
- Flame;
- Hit;
- Zucchero;
- Cheese;
- Young.
Camper Primo
Options for girls:
- Alma;
- Alya;
- Amiga;
- Asset;
- Buona;
- Bimba;
- Beata;
- Guida;
- Gross;
- Dorata;
- Donata;
- Data;
- Kalma;
- Cruda;
- Comedian;
- Linda;
- Lucky;
- Morbida;
- Magra;
- Noche;
- Onda;
- Muskrat;
- Pregisa;
- Example;
- Pronta;
- Regina;
- Raina;
- Rijida;
- Suerte;
- Sort;
- Steg;
- Serena;
- Timida;
- Unica;
- Flaca;
- Feria;
- Faith;
- Fiamma;
- Extra;
- Extreme.
Cheerful Serena
Meet the representative of the Doberman breed - the slender beauty Regina, which means “queen”. She loves to spend time comfortably at home, but never refuses city or country walks. Regina also loves to pose in front of a photo or video camera with her beloved mistress. This calm and friendly girl has a truly regal appearance and posture and fully lives up to her name, doesn’t she?
View this publication on Instagram
Publication from Doberman Regina ☾ SHCHELKOVO (@rejina.dober)
German dog names for boys
German names are no less popular, but for large breeds, huskies and guard dogs. Therefore, be careful when choosing, study the meaning of the name:
- Pete;
- Michael;
- Yurg;
- Stefan;
- Dieter;
- Dimo;
- Gehry;
- Berne;
- Benno;
- Matthias;
- Valli;
- Mert;
- Jens;
- Tomi;
- Klaus;
- Hunter;
- Krish;
- Return;
- Franc;
- Fred;
- Hans;
- Helly;
- Rollie;
- Sven.
White in nature
White color can be seen in nature, you just have to look closely. Moreover, white color exists in nature both in winter and in summer.
For boys:
- Snowball;
- Snow;
- Buran;
- Hummock;
- North;
- Cold;
- Winter;
- Glacier (glacier);
- Frost;
- Iceberg;
- Snowdrift;
- Squall;
- Nivyanik;
- Phlox;
- Dahlia;
- Narcissus;
- Iris;
- Clematis;
- Peony;
- Lupine;
- Dogwood.
Shaggy, but very charming Iris
For girls:
- Snowstorm;
- Blizzard;
- Storm;
- Avalanche;
- cold;
- Blizzard (in the translation: blizzard, the nickname is suitable for a boy);
- Blizzard;
- Chamomile;
- Lily;
- Hydrangea;
- Anemone;
- Lilac;
- Carnation;
- Elder;
- Petunia;
- Fuchsia;
- Jasmine.
Jasmine enjoying a sunny day
A small test on how to choose nicknames for boys' dogs
Choosing the right and beautiful name for a boy’s dog is sometimes a very difficult task. We have prepared a special test to see if you are ready to choose the right name. By the way, from this test you can learn a lot of interesting and educational things for yourself. Good luck!
#1 How often, according to the rules of the RKF, can pedigree puppies be called by the same name in kennels?
According to the rules of the RKF, breeding puppies in nurseries can be called the same name only once every 30 years.
#2 By what principle are nicknames chosen for purebred club puppies in accordance with their pedigree?
Nicknames for puppies are chosen according to the following principle: the letter with which the puppy’s name should begin depends on the number of litters in the club or breeding kennel;
#3 What should you not name your puppy?
That's right, you shouldn't name your puppy after your mother-in-law.
#4 What should be the correct nickname according to the recommendations of dog handlers?
The correct nickname, as recommended by dog handlers, should be short and simple.
#5 Aiko is one of the most popular Japanese names for puppies. What is the meaning of this nickname?
The meaning of the nickname Aiko is child of love.
#6 What is the most popular name for a German Shepherd dog?
Rex is the most popular nickname for the German Shepherd dog.
#7 What nickname is most often given to large yard dogs?
Barbos - this nickname is most often used to call large yard dogs.
#8 What was the name of the puppy from the cartoon “A Kitten Named Woof”?
Sharik was the name of the puppy from the cartoon “A Kitten Named Woof.”
#9 What was the name of the dog who was in love with a dog named Lady?
Tramp was the name of a dog who was in love with a dog named Lady.
#10 What is the name of the dog who more than once saved a mouse named Tom from Jerry the cat?
Spike is the nickname of the dog from the cartoon Tom and Jerry.
#11 What was the name of the dog who lives in the village of Prostokvashino with the cat Matroskin?
The dog who lived in the village of Prostokvashino with the cat Matroskin was named Sharik
#12 What is the name of the most famous dog of the Akita Ino breed?
The most famous dog of the Akita Ino breed was called Hachiko.
#13 One of the puppies from the cartoon “101 Dalmatians” was named Lucky. How is his name translated?
One of the puppies from the cartoon “101 Dalmatians” was named Lucky
#14 What was the name of the poodle from A.N. Tolstoy’s fairy tale “The Golden Key, or the Adventures of Pinocchio”?
The poodle from A.N. Tolstoy’s fairy tale “The Golden Key, or the Adventures of Buratino” was called Artemon.
#15 Pomeranian Jiff Pom set a world record and entered the Guinness Book of Records. What was his achievement?
He is recognized as the fastest dog who can run on two legs; the Spitz ran 10 meters on his hind legs in 6.65 seconds, and 5 meters on his front legs in 7.76 seconds;
#16 What was the name of the Alabai puppy that President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave to Vladimir Putin for his anniversary?
The Alabai puppy, which was given to Vladimir Putin for his anniversary by President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, was named Verny.
Check result
Popular names
There are names that are most popular among owners. Below is a list that may lead you to a specific choice.
Suitable for a boy:
- Hunter;
- Denver;
- Yeti;
- North;
- Boreas;
- Nilas;
- Polar;
- Ice;
- Morgan;
- Riggs;
- Lucky;
- Sandy;
- Whisper;
- Frost;
- Belyak;
- Pablo;
- Falco;
- Simon;
- Baloo;
- Cotton;
- White;
- Velveteen;
- Pierrot;
- Juneau;
- Opal;
- Emerald;
- Abel;
- Blinky;
- Avalon;
- Tyler;
- Chester;
- Diamond;
- Spike;
- Bir;
- Albus;
- Harry;
- Chester;
- Mikey.
And for the girl:
- Sheba;
- Ursa;
- Aurora;
- Icy;
- Suga;
- Alba;
- Zara;
- Gwen;
- Gracie;
- Fifi;
- Callie;
- Blondie;
- Chanel;
- Mira;
- Tiffany;
- Elsa;
- Sisi;
- Misty;
- Chloe;
- Polly;
- Bree;
- Fiona;
- Crystal;
- Aria;
- Snow White;
- Acadia;
- Diva;
- Francis;
- Kaya;
- Shasta;
- Hertha;
- Gamma;
- Juna;
- Danka;
- Laura;
- Shanni;
- Ivory;
- Akella.
Baby Crystal
Nicknames from the world of music
The musical world is a rich resource for finding an original nickname. As a “prototype” you can choose any opera or pop performer, famous composer, or even a world-famous piece of music.
Our offers:
- Aida;
- Avril;
- Aguilera;
- Alize;
- The Beatles;
- Wagner;
- Verdi;
- Domingo;
- Jackson;
- Dassin;
- Gisée;
- Lennon;
- Lady Gaga;
- Mercury;
- Madonna;
- Marley;
- Marimba;
- Mireille;
- Osborne;
- Pavarotti;
- Rihanna;
- Turandot;
- Whitney;
- Hendrix;
- Shakira;
- Elvis;
- Elton.
Cutie Shakira
IS USEFUL TO READ: the coolest and funniest nicknames for cats.
Rare and unusual
A rare nickname will be one that the owner comes up with on his own, based on associations, the dog’s date of birth, the weather outside, and his state of mind. You can mix several letters, for example, the initials of all owners.
- The original name will be the name of the planets or space objects: Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Propus, Teyat, Adhil, Phobos, Neptune, Mercury, Alioth, Sagittarius, Cepheus, Eridanus, Carina, Altais, Lich, Nihal, Ahird, Fulu.
- You can use trademarks or names of finished products: Bounty, Twix, Snickers, Caprizon, Durasel, Durex, Ford, VAZ, Samsung, Lacoste, Obolon, Jeep, Disney, Jup, Mustang, Peugeot, Renault, Nikon, Ribuk, Nike.
