Boy Dog Names That Start With S

  1. Sinbad
    • Origin:

      Persian literary name
    • Description:

      When comedian David Atkins adopted this Arabian Nights-type name, it became almost feasible, but could lead to tough times in the schoolyard.
  2. Sidro
    • Description:

      Sidro is a masculine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of Isidro or Isidore. The name has Spanish and Portuguese connections, with Isidore deriving from Greek elements meaning 'gift of Isis,' the Egyptian goddess. Sidro carries a warm, friendly quality with its simple two-syllable structure. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it may be found in Hispanic and Portuguese communities or regions influenced by these cultures. The name has an appealing brevity and directness while maintaining its cultural heritage. Sidro might appeal to parents seeking a name with Latin flair that remains relatively easy to pronounce and spell in multiple languages, offering both cultural significance and practical simplicity.
  3. Simba
    • Origin:

      Swahili or Shona
    • Meaning:

      "lion; strength"
    • Description:

      Traditional African name made cartoonish by the Disney character in The Lion King. In Shona it means "strength".
  4. Siraj
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "light, lamp"
    • Description:

      Worldly and evocative.
  5. Saber
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Weapon-related names like Saber have been on the rise in recent years. In 2014, ten baby boys in the US were named Saber and five Sabre. The name may also relate to the Arabic Sabir, though to contemporary English-speakers, the reference will more likely be the sword.
  6. Salim
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "safe"
    • Description:

      Distinguished by association with renowned African diplomat Salim Ahmed Salim, this name is popular in many variations throughout the Arab world. Its use is growing in the US as well, especially in its Salem version.
  7. 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.
  8. Spark
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "glowing particle"
    • Description:

      A word name with a fire-y personality. Sparky is an old-school nickname for a boy, but Spark sounds both more grownup and modern.
  9. Scottie
    • Origin:

      Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "Scot"
    • Description:

      A sweet, slightly old-school nickname name with a cheerful image, Scottie was originally used as a petname for someone from Scotland, or who spoke Scottish Gaelic. Stylish for boys in the 70s and 80s when the solid Scott was enjoying its US heyday, it has since shifted into a predominantly feminine name.
  10. Shade
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Description:

      Nice sound, but double meaning -- shady glen or shady character.
  11. Sajan
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "beloved"
    • Description:

      An attractive and worldly name for a cherished baby son.
  12. Shota
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "soaring"
  13. Segundo
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "second born"
    • Description:

      After your first little Primo, you could always call the next Segundo -- though that's like naming them number one and number two.
  14. Soutine
    • Origin:

      French artist name
    • Description:

      Creative choice relating to the Lithuanian-born expressionist painter known for his bold, vibrantly colored canvases.
  15. Sadik
    • Origin:

      Swahili
    • Meaning:

      "friend"
    • Description:

      Frequently found in all three forms: Sadik, Sadiki, and Sadiq.
  16. Scooter
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Retro nickname for Scott.
  17. Spyro
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      The name of the lead character -- a purple dragon -- in a long-running series of video games. Technically also a variant of the classic Greek name Spiro/Spyros.
  18. Shalom
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "peace"
    • Description:

      Familiar as the most common form of greeting in Hebrew, but also associated with top female model Shalom Harlow.
  19. Squire
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "esquire"
    • Description:

      Conjures up a tweedy English country gentleman with a large paunch.

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