6000+ Dog Names

  1. Ayan
    • Origin:

      Somali or Azerbaijani from Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "fortune; clear, revelation"
    • Description:

      Ayan is an African name heard for both sexes.
  2. Timber
    • Origin:

      Nature name
    • Description:

      Timber as a name is given to slightly more girls than boys each year. It's actually got a cute sound, ala Kimber(ly) and may be an original tree choice for a girl. Timberly and Timberlee are also found (but not encouraged).
  3. Yitty
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Yetta, Yiddish
    • Meaning:

      "light"
    • Description:

      One of those cute Yiddish nicknames that feel charmingly vintage when borne by young Jewish girls today. These names, such as Gitty and Malkie and Faigy, are typically reserved for the most religious Jewish communities.
  4. Kouji
    • Origin:

      Variation of Koji, Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "double happiness; peaceful boss"
  5. Donn
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "king; brown"
    • Description:

      Ancient Irish king of the underworld, so much more powerful than Don.
  6. Mesa
    • Origin:

      Spanish, Thai
    • Meaning:

      "table; April"
    • Description:

      Mesa is both the term for a flat-topped mountain, derived from the Spanish word for "table", and the Thai variation of April.
  7. Ambar
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "amber"
    • Description:

      The Spanish variation of the 80s and 90s American favorite Amber has an international flair.
  8. Foxy
    • Origin:

      Word and animal name
    • Description:

      Your teenager will either love you or hate you for choosing this name. Better: Fox.
  9. Lionel
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "young lion"
    • Description:

      Lionel is yet another traditional boy's name entering the girls' column--at least once-- via prizewinning novelist Lionel (born Margaret Ann) Shriver.
  10. Raushan
    • Origin:

      Kazakh, Bengali
    • Meaning:

      "light, rose"
    • Description:

      KAzakh and Bengali form of Roshan, also coinciding with the Kazakh word for "rose".
  11. Racer
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      New, fast, cool, and chosen by director Robert Rodriguez, whose other sons are Rebel, Rocket, and Rogue, all somewhat risky options.
  12. Zosimos
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "survivor"
    • Description:

      Zosimos or Zosimus are Ancient Greek names with several saints, a pope, and an author of Roman history to their credit. The female form is Zosime.
  13. Ticha
    • Description:

      Ticha is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Eastern European languages, potentially as a diminutive of names containing 'ti' sounds. Alternatively, it could have African origins, particularly from southern African languages. The name possesses a gentle, melodic quality with its soft consonants and simple two-syllable structure. Ticha remains rare in Western countries but may have regional significance in certain communities. Its brevity gives it a modern feel despite potential traditional roots. The name's international character makes it appealing for families seeking cross-cultural connections or a distinctive name that's still relatively straightforward to pronounce in multiple languages.
  14. Amis
    • Origin:

      Literary name
    • Description:

      The surname of father-son British writers Kingsley and Martin could work very well as a first, though its Amy connection makes it sound a tad feminine.
  15. Haruko
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "born in spring"
    • Description:

      A traditional possibility for a Japanese or Japanese-American child born in April or May.
  16. Horizon
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      A name with vision.
  17. Ajaja
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "one who fights and breaks free"
    • Description:

      This Yoruba praise name is used throughout West Africa, and has an empowering meaning.
  18. Park
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Green-hued name that evokes images of fields, trees, and summertime picnics.
  19. Lemon
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Description:

      Sweet but sharp, Lemon was given to a surprising 50 girls back in 2021, while in a more recent year, it was given to just shy of 30. Some parents may find it summery and refreshing, while others may feel it leaves a sour taste in the mouth; either way, Lemon sounds similar enough to on-trend choices like Lennon, Clementine, and Leni that it does have the potential to be used more often.
  20. Philophrosyne
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "friendly-minded"
    • Description:

      Philophrosyne was the spirit of welcome, friendliness, and kindness in Greek Mythology. She was one of the four younger Charites.