Boy Dog Names That Start With Q

  1. Quico
    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Enrique
    • Description:

      Kinetic nickname name, might just be more suited to a Chihuahua.
  2. Quennel
    • Origin:

      French, Nahuatl
    • Meaning:

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

      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 name, it is associated with remedies and solving a problem. There is also the possibility it has been used as an inventive honor name for a Quentin or a Quin.

      We can think of two drawbacks to this name: the slightly feminine el ending, and the resemblance to the delicate dumpling called a quenelle.
  3. Quirinus
    • Origin:

      Roman mythology name
    • Description:

      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 teasing.
  4. Quicksilver
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Description:

      Another name for the element Mercury. Quicksilver is also the alter-ego of X-Men and Avengers character Pietro Maximoff.
  5. Quiel
    • Origin:

      Short form of Ezequiel
    • Meaning:

      "God strengthens"
    • Description:

      Ezequiel or Ezekiel may be a Hebrew name, but it's well-used among Spanish speakers. Quiel is a short form favored in Spanish countries.
  6. Quinby
    • Origin:

      Norse
    • Meaning:

      "queen's settlement"
    • Description:

      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 appear in the US stats.
  7. Quito
    • Origin:

      Spanish, Place-name
    • Description:

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

      Quintille is a rare masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'quintus' meaning 'fifth.' In ancient Rome, it was traditionally given to the fifth child or to boys born in the fifth month of the Roman calendar (July). The name carries an aristocratic, scholarly quality with its classical roots. Quintille represents a more elaborate variation of the more familiar Quintin or Quintus. Despite its historical connections, Quintille remains exceptionally uncommon in modern usage, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with classical elegance and historical depth. The name's mellifluous sound and unique character offer a sophisticated alternative to more common Q-names while maintaining clear pronunciation and spelling.
  9. Quintero
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "five"
    • Description:

      Adds some salsa to the Latin root.
  10. Quartz
    • Origin:

      Mineral name
    • Description:

      This may be a bit quirky to make it as a name, especially in first place. If you love it, you might try it in the middle.