Chihuahua Names

Xochitl is a Nahuatl or Aztec floral name used in southern Mexico and pronounced SO-chee-tl or SHO-chee-tl, although sometimes the "tl" at the end is not pronounced, making it SO-Chee. A Nameberry favorite, a recent year saw it rank at #1101 in the US stats.
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Notably borne by actress Xochitl Gomez and internet entrepreneur Xochi Birch, there's also the Xochitl brand tortilla chips in the US. Definitely among the most intriguing international flower names and a beautiful choice for those looking to honor Nahuatl heritage.

Xochitl

The supreme Olympian god represents a mighty image for a little fella to live up to, but more and more parents are beginning to consider it seriously.  The Roman equivalent Jupiter has also come down to earth.  And Zeus wasn't just the supreme god, he was also the god of the sky, thunder, lightning, and fate, among other weighty responsibilities.

Zeus

Chihuahua names are fitting for tiny dogs you can carry around in your hands, and so 

 would make good names for a Chihuahua. Named for a Mexican state and a 

— such as Bruno and Oscar — with either Spanish or Nahuatl origins.

 include Chico, Zeus, Peanut, Lola, Tank, Minnie, and Thor. 

 for Chihuahuas include Paolo, Xochitl, Diego, and Blanca — particularly for a Chihuahua with white fur.

You might also play with your Chihuahua's small size by giving your dog a name that means big, such as Brutus. Remember, dogs respond best to 

, so you may need to choose a nickname for your pup as well.

Here are some ideas of good names for Chihuahuas.

Chihuahua names include Mexican names and names that mean small for your little dog. (Page 6)