6000+ Dog Names

  1. Gen
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "spring"
    • Description:

      Commonly used in Japan, and so much more distinguished than Jen.
  2. Damar
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "resin; light"
    • Description:

      This gender-neutral Indonesian name feels familiar but unique. Damar is also used among African-American parents for boys.
  3. Tibb
    • Origin:

      Variation of Tib, English
    • Meaning:

      "courageous people"
    • Description:

      In medieval times, Tibb and Tib were nicknames for Theobald, which also gave way to short forms Tebb and Tipp.
  4. Tetsu
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "strong as iron"
    • Description:

      Tetsu is a female name with an unusually strong and powerful meaning. It sounds spunky and cute too.
  5. Carden
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "wool carder"
    • Description:

      Unusual, serious, no-nonsense occupational surname that could be borrowed from the boys.
  6. Kouki
    • Origin:

      Variation of Koki, Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "bright light; hopeful fortune"
    • Description:

      Kouki is an uncommon choice in Japan today, but it's been used for several anime characters.
  7. Vic
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Victor, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "conqueror"
    • Description:

      This short form of classic Victor is popular in its own right in Belgium and the Netherlands.
  8. Diodor
    • Origin:

      Serbian, Russian, Ukrainian variation of Diodorus, Latin from Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of Zeus"
    • Description:

      This Theodore sound-alike derives from the name Diodorus, associated with the ancient Greek historian Diodorus Siculus.
  9. Brina
    • Origin:

      Yiddish
    • Meaning:

      "brown"
    • Description:

      A name heard in the Jewish community and another addition to the color name list.
  10. Snapdragon
    • Origin:

      Flower name, from English
    • Meaning:

      "dragon's mouth"
    • Description:

      Feisty floral name that would work better as a middle name than as a first, so called because of the flower's resemblance to a dragon's open mouth.
  11. Zafar
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "victory"
    • Description:

      A strong name with a strong meaning, like its cousin Zafir.
  12. Ojore
    • Origin:

      Teso
    • Meaning:

      "warrior"
    • Description:

      Strong African name with a meaning to match.
  13. Janiyah
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name, variation of Jane
    • Description:

      Janiyah’s star is definitely fading, but it will likely remain in the Top 1000 for years to come.
  14. Galette
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "pancake"
  15. Curcio
    • Description:

      Curcio is a distinctive Italian masculine name with ancient Roman roots. Derived from the Latin name Curtius, it was originally a Roman family name associated with nobility and heroism in classical history. The name is connected to an ancient legend of Marcus Curtius, a Roman soldier who sacrificed himself for the good of Rome. Curcio remains relatively uncommon even in Italy and is quite rare internationally. It carries a strong Mediterranean character and projects an image of classical strength and dignity. For families with Italian heritage, Curcio offers a meaningful connection to ancestral roots while providing a distinctive alternative to more common Italian names like Marco or Antonio.
  16. Chaney
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "oak tree"
    • Description:

      An appealing surname-name that sounds perfectly feminine, unless you consider the association to Vice President Dick.
  17. Harte
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "stag"
    • Description:

      Most often spelled without the final "e"--unless you're a particular fan of writer Bret.
  18. Millaray
    • Origin:

      Mapuche, Chilean
    • Meaning:

      "golden flower"
    • Description:

      A melodic and glowing name, derived from Mapuche, the language of the Indigenous people of central Chile, Millaray means "golden flower". It ranked in the Chilean Top 100 in the 2010s and remains a familiar choice. Pronounced as mee-ya-rye, and not as mih-luh-ray as those unfamiliar with it might assume, Millaray is notably borne by actress and presenter Millaray Viera and footballer Millaray Cortés.
  19. Chequil
    • Description:

      Chequil is an uncommon masculine name with possible roots in indigenous Central American languages, though its specific etymology is not widely documented. The name may be connected to Mayan or other Mesoamerican naming traditions, potentially relating to natural elements or cultural concepts from these rich heritage sources. Its distinctive phonetic pattern features the 'ch' beginning and 'quil' ending that appears in various words from Nahuatl and related languages. The name remains exceptionally rare in global usage, making it a highly distinctive choice. Chequil has a rhythmic quality when pronounced, with emphasis typically falling on the first syllable. For families with connections to indigenous American cultures, the name might serve as a way to honor this heritage while providing a unique identity.
  20. Fortune
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "luck, fate, wealth"
    • Description:

      Fortune is a middle name choice designed to generate good luck and prosperity.