Girl Dog Names That Start With S

  1. Shadie
    • Description:

      Shadie is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Shady, possibly referring to a shaded place or carrying metaphorical meanings of mysteriousness. It could also be a diminutive form of names containing 'shade' or similar sounds, or a creative modern invention. Some instances might connect to Arabic origins, where 'Shadi' (typically masculine) means 'singer' or 'songbird,' with Shadie representing a feminized version. The name has a soft, gentle quality with its flowing sounds and appealing rhythm. Uncommon in mainstream usage, Shadie offers a distinctive choice with an intriguing blend of familiarity and uniqueness.
  2. Siera
    • Description:

      Siera is a feminine name that serves as an alternative spelling of Sierra, which derives from the Spanish word for 'mountain range' or 'saw.' This variation removes the double 'r' for a more streamlined appearance while maintaining the same pronunciation. The name gained traction in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, appealing to parents drawn to nature-inspired names with a touch of exoticism. While less common than the Sierra spelling, Siera offers a subtle uniqueness. The name evokes images of majestic landscapes and carries connotations of strength and natural beauty. Its popularity has fluctuated over recent decades but maintains steady usage.
  3. Salim
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "safe"
    • Description:

      Salim is a popular Arabic name used in this form mostly for boys, though the variation Salem -- also a Biblical place-name -- is more popular for girls. In the US, the version given to girls is more usually the feminization Salima or Salimah.
  4. Slate
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Sleek color name, though a bit flinty for a little girl.
  5. Selam
    • Origin:

      Amharic
    • Meaning:

      "peace"
    • Description:

      A unisex name with a lovely serene meaning in the Ambaric language of Ethiopia.
  6. Shanta
    • Origin:

      Indian
    • Meaning:

      "peace"
    • Description:

      This is the Indian version of the Hindi word meaning peace.
  7. Sevgi
    • Origin:

      Turkish
    • Meaning:

      "love"
    • Description:

      The Turkish word for "love" is a Gen X name in its country of origin, but is a fresh option in the US. It debuted on the charts in 2021 thanks to the Turkish soap opera Adı Sevgi (Its Name's Love), which is also broadcast in Spanish.
  8. Saloma
    • Origin:

      Slovak and Croatian variation of Salome, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "peace"
    • Description:

      Disproportionately common among the American Amish.
  9. Sweeney
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "the little hero"
    • Description:

      Friendly-sounding name with big "Sweeney Todd" downside.
  10. Sapir
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "sapphire"
    • Description:

      An addition to the collection of gemstone names — a category that's currently rising in popularity.
  11. Sumomo
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "plum"
    • Description:

      Refers to a particular variety of Japanese plum, the Prunus salicina, although in a literal translation it would mean "sour peach."
  12. Sweden
    • Origin:

      Place-name
    • Meaning:

      "Swede, one's own tribe"
    • Description:

      You may be surprised to learn 73 girls have been named Sweden since the 2000s. Appearing sporadically in the US name stats over the last twenty years, the name derives from the Old Norse Svíar which may come from an even older word meaning "one's own tribe".
  13. Sirocco
    • Origin:

      Arabic, Italian
    • Meaning:

      "warm wind"
    • Description:

      A cool and breezy nature name with a stylish sound, used in the Scirocco spelling by Volkswagen for one of its cars.