
Pet owners take naming very seriously. Some people already have a name picked out for their dog long before they bring their new family member home. Others struggle with finding just the right name. Dog owners have many styles – some have funny names and others want a name that really suits the dog in look or personality.
Dogs, as part of our families, are often given names that remind us of our childhood. Sometimes a name is nostalgic and reminds us of a childhood name or location. You can do a google search of your home town, think about your memories as a child and the people and places in your life growing up. Other ideas for names include:
Famous dogs
People often use books, movies, or tv shows as inspiration for naming their dog. You might have a favorite character that stands out for you. A particular show or story that has meaning for you. Everything from Lassie, Blue, Clifford to the Twilight or Seinfeld characters.
Baby Names
Baby names are popular! These can be meaningful names for your pet. You can also look at favorite relatives and family members who have passed on for a name sake tribute.
Old fashioned
Old fashioned names are popular in our pop culture. Agatha, Freda, Walter, and Hank.
Personality and Look
Owners often like to get to know their pet before giving a name. Maybe there is something that your dog does often – try Puddles, Snoozy or Happy. Coloring is another option –Oreo, Snow, Blackie or Carmel.
Food related names
Pets can remind us of food with their coloring or look. People often use names of their favorite things and food and drink are high up on the list. Popular names include Pizza, Bacon, Taco, or Cider. Find food and drink inspired names here.
Unique Names
If you’re looking for something different, consider a name from other countries. You can do a search for popular names and words used in the language of other countries.
Adoption
If you’re adopting your dog from a rescue or shelter, chances are your new furry friend already has a name assigned to them. If you like it and feel the dog is already attached to it, you’re in luck!
Simple
You can also go simple, there’s nothing wrong with a good basic name. Many dogs I’ve met are called Rover, Fido or even Puppy.
Check out this list of 200 popular names of 2019 (Credit: https://www.travelandleisure.com/animals/most-popular-dog-names-2019)
1. Bella
2. Charlie
3. Luna
4. Lucy
5. Max
6. Bailey
7. Cooper
8. Daisy
9. Sadie
10. Molly
11. Buddy
12. Lola
13. Stella
14. Tucker
15. Bentley
16. Zoey
17. Harley
18. Maggie
19. Riley
20. Bear
21. Sophie
22. Duke
23. Jax
24. Oliver
25. Chloe
26. Jack
27. Penny
28. Rocky
29. Lily
30. Milo
31. Piper
32. Toby
33. Zeus
34. Ellie
35. Nala
36. Roxy
37. Winston
38. Gracie
39. Coco
40. Murphy
41. Dexter
42. Teddy
43. Ruby
44. Diesel
45. Rosie
46. Marley
47. Loki
48. Scout
49. Mia
50. Leo
51. Gus
52. Abby
53. Jake
54. Finn
55. Moose
56. Ollie
57. Koda
58. Louie
59. Hank
60. Lilly
61. Thor
62. Pepper
63. Gunner
64. Willow
65. Jackson
66. Zoe
67. Bandit
68. Buster
69. Blue
70. Shadow
71. Kona
72. Baxter
73. Dixie
74. Henry
75. Lexi
76. Izzy
77. Apollo
78. Ginger
79. Beau
80. Layla
81. Millie
82. Gizmo
83. Oscar
84. Tank
85. Bruno
86. Jasper
87. Lucky
88. Dakota
89. Ace
90. Olive
91. Brody
92. Maverick
93. Lulu
94. Emma
95. Oakley
96. Sasha
97. Belle
98. Nova
99. Athena
100. Sammy
101. Sam
102. Copper
103. Frankie
104. Peanut
105. Maya
106. Winnie
107. Remi
108. Lady
109. Boomer
110. Bo
111. Roxie
112. Hazel
113. Roscoe
114. Annie
115. Maddie
116. Hunter
117. Oreo
118. Otis
119. Ruger
120. Rex
121. Cali
122. Ella
123. Cash
124. Cody
125. Remy
126. Callie
127. Odin
128. Chance
129. Rocco
130. Harper
131. Tyson
132. Ranger
133. Luke
134. Brutus
135. Ziggy
136. Bruce
137. Honey
138. Chewy
139. George
140. Wrigley
141. Rusty
142. Benny
143. Phoebe
144. Chase
145. Princess
146. Minnie
147. Simba
148. Brady
149. Zeke
150. Remington
151. Paisley
152. Shelby
153. Holly
154. Titan
155. Leia
156. Walter
157. Samson
158. Finley
159. Ava
160. Cookie
161. Angel
162. Mocha
163. Archie
164. Josie
165. Rudy
166. Benji
167. Dozer
168. Maximus
169. Penelope
170. Parker
171. Joey
172. Lincoln
173. Romeo
174. Ryder
175. Kobe
176. Aspen
177. Mac
178. Chief
179. Missy
180. Theo
181. Chewie
182. Axel
183. Dallas
184. Mila
185. Bubba
186. Xena
187. Reese
188. Chester
189. Rufus
190. Whiskey
191. Macy
192. King
193. Watson
194. Prince
195. River
196. Sunny
197. Hudson
198. Ivy
199. Juno
200. Kai