6000+ Dog Names
- Jaguar
Origin:
Animal nameDescription:
Grrrr.
- Cobalt
Origin:
Word name, English from GermanMeaning:
"cobalt, blue color"Description:
Even among the range of blue names on the current baby naming palette -- Blue itself, Azure, Cerulean, Teal, Aqua, Cyan, Indigo -- Cobalt remains the most unusual.
- Kodi
Origin:
Spelling variation of Cody, EnglishMeaning:
"helpful, pillow"Description:
The Kodi respelling of early 90s favorite gender neutral name Cody might have gone unnoticed were it not for Australian actor Kodi Smit-McPhee, star of Jane Campion's Power of the Dog.
- Plato
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"broad-shouldered"Description:
The name of one of the greatest Western philosophers is often used as a first name in its land of origin, Greece, and would make a really interesting, thought-provoking choice here. It is remembered here as the nickname of the memorable character played by Sal Mineo in the classic film "Rebel Without a Cause."
- Bernelle
Description:
Bernelle is a feminine name that appears to be a decorative elaboration of Bernie or Bernadette, names ultimately derived from Germanic roots meaning 'brave as a bear.' The addition of the feminine '-elle' suffix gives it a French-inspired flair and elegant quality. Bernelle has never been widely used, remaining a rare choice throughout recorded naming history. This scarcity gives it a distinctive charm for those seeking something truly uncommon. The name balances strength (from its Germanic origins) with grace (through its French-sounding ending). Those named Bernelle likely experience having a name that stands out while still being relatively easy to pronounce and understand. The name might appeal to parents looking to honor a relative named Bernard or Bernadette while creating something more distinctly feminine.
- Tupac
Origin:
Variation of Tupa or Tupaq, QuechuaMeaning:
"royal, noble"Description:
Rapper Tupac Amaru Shakur was named after 18th century Peruvian revolutionary Túpac Amaru. There was also a 15th century Incan ruler whose name was an extension of the Quechua Topa or Tupa, and the Tupaq spelling is also used. Tupac is a prime example of a one-person name, used for almost no babies, though that could change. Some singular celebrity or character names only become widely-used only long after the fame of the original bearer, when the association of the name with that bearer begins to fade.
- Nouvel
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"new"Description:
Surname of French architect Jean Nouvel that became a given name when Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie used it as the middle name of their daughter Shiloh.
- Mandara
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"calm"Description:
Mandara is one of those names that sounds like its meaning -- and calm is certainly a quality worth courting in a child.
- Cayenne
Origin:
Word name, English from TupiMeaning:
"pepper"Description:
Spicy.
- Itachi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"weasel"Description:
The Japanese word for "weasel" was chosen as the name of Itachi Uchiha, a character in Naruto. In anime, name meanings often relate to a character's story. Weasels are bad luck in Japanese culture and are associated with death. In this case, Itachi killed his entire family besides his brother, so his name's meaning was appropriate.
- Tiiu
Origin:
Estonian variation of Tiia, FinnishMeaning:
"gift of God"Description:
Tiiu is the cute Estonian form of Tiia, a Finnish diminutive of Dorothy and Dorothea.
- Aili
Origin:
Finnish and Sami variation of Helga, diminutive of Aileen, Anglicization of EilidhMeaning:
"holy, blessed; bright and shining light"Description:
An attractive Scandinavian take on Helga, or a potential Helen nickname.
- Gem
Description:
Gem is a concise, evocative feminine name derived directly from the English word for precious stones. This nature-inspired name conveys qualities of rarity, beauty, and value. As a given name, Gem has never been widely common but has maintained steady, limited usage, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name's brevity makes it distinctive in an era when longer names are often popular. Gem can also function as a nickname for longer names like Gemma, Gemini, or even more distantly related names like Jemima. The name evokes positive associations with brilliance, durability, and natural beauty. Its simplicity makes it easy to spell and pronounce across cultures while carrying rich metaphorical meaning.
- Uzi
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"Jehovah is my strength"Description:
Despite its biblical pedigree and popularity in Israel, it has far too many ties to the lethal submachine gun to find many fans here.
- Dudley
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"Dudda's meadow"Description:
It's easy to love a name that rhymes with "cuddly" and is also attached to the surname Do-Right -- once you ignore the "dud" connection.
- Goose
Origin:
Animal nameDescription:
Popular for pets, not baby boys.
- Cedro
Description:
Cedro is a masculine name with Latin origins, deriving from 'cedrus', meaning 'cedar tree'. The cedar has long symbolized strength, dignity, and immortality across many cultures. As a name, Cedro conveys these noble qualities while maintaining a melodic, accessible sound. Popular primarily in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions, the name connects its bearer to the natural world and evokes the majestic presence of the cedar. Though uncommon in English-speaking countries, Cedro offers a distinctive alternative to more common tree-inspired names. Its relatively simple pronunciation and spelling, combined with its meaningful natural symbolism, make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with both substance and style.
- Garfield
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"triangular field"Description:
Despite the presidential pedigree, it's still hard to shake the image of the cartoon cat (named after his creator Jim Davis's grandfather). However, there are other Garfields, such as Barbadian cricket player Sir Garfield Sobers, who carries it with gravitas.
- Jru
Origin:
Invented Name, Variation of DrewDescription:
A creative spelling variation of Drew. Draya Michelle And Orlando Scandrick used it for their son in 2016.
- Grania
Origin:
Variation of Grainne, IrishMeaning:
"the loved one or grain of corn"Description:
In addition to being the appellation of an ancient grain goddess, this name was also borne by two mythic Irish figures, one of whom was betrothed to legendary chieftain Finn MacCool, the other the brave sixteenth century pirate Grainne Ni Mhaille— known in English as Grace O'Malley-- whose name passed into poetry as a symbol of Ireland.