Boy Dog Names That Start With Q

Quillan

Irish

"cub, Leo"

If you like Dylan, Quinn, or Leo but find them too popular, Quillan could be a distinctive and interesting alternative. It is sometimes connected to the zodiac sign of Leo, making it a cool way to…

Quinby

Norse

"queen's settlement"

Quinby is a fresh surname-y spin on the popular Quinn. A familiar surname with a zippy sound, it may appeal to those who also enjoy Darby, Toby, and Alby, but want something one of a kind, yet to…

Quillen

Variation of Quillan or Quillon

The names may sound the same, but they have different origins and meanings. Take your pick.

Quixote

Spanish literary name

Tied to the hero of the classic Spanish novel Don Quixote , likely to produce a quixotic daydreamer.

Quince

Latin

"applelike fruit"

The girls have Apple, Plum, Peaches, Cherry, and Berry: here's one variety of fruit suitable for a boy.

Quirinus

Roman mythology name

Quirinus is the Roman god of thunder and lightning, believed by some to be the Sabine god of war. While this is an intriguing and distinctive classic name, it also might provoke some middle school…

Quennel

French, Nahuatl

"dweller at the little oak tree; what is to be done, what remedy"

A multicultural option, visually similar to Quinn or Quentin and similar in sound to Kenneth, Cal, and Kelvin. As a French name, it relates to someone who lives near oak trees, while as a Nahuatl…

Quintero

Spanish

"five"

Adds some salsa to the Latin root.

Quarry

Nature name

Has the offbeat quality and macho feel -- like Stone and Flint -- that appeals to increasing numbers of modern parents.

Quito

Spanish, Place-name

Quito is a place-name (it's the capital of Ecuador) with lots of lively energy--as long as it's pronounced correctly.