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6000+ Dog Names

  1. Kuvira

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "courageous woman"

    • Description:

      A strong Indian name used for a character in the series The Legend of Korra.
  2. Balton

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Dalton with a B. The original is better.
  3. Velada

    • Description:

      Velada is a feminine name with possible Spanish or Portuguese origins. It may derive from the Latin word 'velatus' meaning 'veiled' or 'covered,' potentially relating to concepts of mystery or protection. In Spanish, 'velada' can also refer to an evening gathering or celebration, giving the name connotations of social warmth and festivity. While relatively uncommon as a personal name, Velada has an elegant, flowing quality with its soft consonants and open vowel sounds. The name carries a romantic, somewhat exotic feel for English speakers while remaining easy to pronounce. Its rarity makes it appealing for parents seeking a distinctive name with Latin roots and a feminine character.
  4. Marron

    • Description:

      Marron is an uncommon feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from French, where 'marron' refers to the chestnut color or the nut itself, giving the name nature-inspired connotations. Alternatively, it could be a variation of Marion or a surname adapted for use as a first name. Marron has a sophisticated, somewhat mysterious quality with its smooth sound and uncommon usage. The name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries, appealing to parents seeking truly distinctive options. Its short, two-syllable structure makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across languages.
  5. Sada

    • Origin:

      Hebrew variation of Sarah; also Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "chaste"

    • Description:

      The late actress Sada Thompson introduced this obscure but usable form.
  6. Kina

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian, Swedish

    • Meaning:

      "short form"

    • Description:

      The Hawaiian form of Gina or Tina (as well as the word for the country China), or in Swedish, a short form of Katharina or Kristina.
  7. Matsu

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "pine tree; close harbor"
  8. Caron

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "loving, kindhearted, charitable,"

    • Description:

      Though it sounds like Karen, this spelling makes the name more distinctive.
  9. Chika

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "one thousand flowers; scattering flowers; beautiful wisdom"
  10. Filis

    • Description:

      Filis is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Phyllis, which has ancient Greek origins. The original name Phyllis comes from the Greek word meaning 'foliage' or 'leaf,' and in Greek mythology, Phyllis was a character who transformed into an almond tree. This alternative spelling gives the classic name a more phonetic and distinctive appearance. While Phyllis was quite popular in the United States during the first half of the 20th century, peaking in the 1930s, the Filis variation has always been much rarer. The name has a gentle, classical feel with its mythological connections and natural meaning, though both the standard and variant forms have significantly declined in usage in recent decades.
  11. Hildred

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "battle advice"

    • Description:

      Part Hilda, part Mildred, but unfortunately not the good parts of either.
  12. Nanon

    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Ann

    • Description:

      Sweet and endearing, à la Mignon and Manon.
  13. Shaya

    • Origin:

      Variation of Shay, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "gift"

    • Description:

      Despite sounding feminine to English speakers, Shaya is a unisex name more common among baby boys — the male version also has roots in Arabic.
  14. Melanctha

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      The mixed-race heroine of one of Gertrude Stein's Three Lives searches for knowledge and power.
  15. Trulee

    • Description:

      Trulee is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling of 'truly,' an English word meaning genuine, authentic, or sincerely. This modern invented name transforms a common adverb into a distinctive personal name with a whimsical quality. The spelling variation with 'ee' instead of 'y' gives it a more name-like appearance while maintaining the original pronunciation. Trulee emerged primarily in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as part of the trend toward virtue names and word names. It appeals to parents seeking names with positive connotations and clear meaning. While relatively uncommon, Trulee fits alongside other modern virtuous names like Faith, Hope, and Grace, though with a more contemporary feel. The name's straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible, though the unusual spelling may require occasional clarification.

  16. Nanami

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "seven seas"

    • Description:

      A great name for travel-lovers, with a fun alternative sound to Naomi.
  17. Tiasa

    • Origin:

      Greek, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Tiasa is a little-known river nymph from Greek mythology. Her name would be easily wearable on a child today.
  18. Douce

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "gentle, sweet"

    • Description:

      A sweet French word name possibility, but with unsavory teasing potential.
  19. Indre

    • Origin:

      French or Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "cave; possessing drops of rain"

    • Description:

      The Indre is a river in France. Spelled Indra, it's the name of a powerful deity worshipped by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains — roughly the South Asian equivalent of the Greek Zeus or Norse Odin. But either Indra or Indre might make a simple, captivating, attractive name for a modern little girl.
  20. Claudina

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Claudia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lame"

    • Description:

      Claudina — a traditional Spanish diminutive of Claudia — was a Top 500 name in Spain for the first half of the 20th century. It never caught on as a given name in the US. At its peak, Claudina was given to 17 American baby girls in 1969.