140+ Awesome Alaskan Dog Names

Do you own a Siberian husky or an Alaskan malamute? An Alaskan Klee Kai? Or perhaps you live in Alaska and simply want a name that matches where you live or is based on the native languages of the region!

Whatever the reason, we’ve got you covered with a variety of Alaskan dog names. Check them out and see what suits your pooch. Make sure to comment with your favorites below.

Dog Names Generally Associated With Alaska

Whether it’s beautiful sights or crazy cold winters, we have a lot to thank Alaska for. Here are some dog names inspired by all things Alaska or associated with the breathtaking state. 

Male Inuit & Native Alaskan Dog Names

Does your best buddy brave the cold with ease? If so, he’s earned one of these fantastic Alaskan names for male mutts. 

Female Inuit & Native Alaskan Dog Names

If you have a sweet snow-lover at home, it may make sense to pick out a native Alaskan namesake. Here are some of the best Inuit dog names for female furry friends. 

Gender-Neutral Inuit & Native Alaskan Dog Names

Whether you have a boy or girl pooch at home, these gender-neutral Inuit names can serve as the perfect namesake for northern dog breeds. Consider these native Alaskan names to put some meaning behind your mutt’s moniker. 

Names Of Famous Sled Dogs

While all sled dogs traverse mighty landscapes, there are a couple that stand out from the pack. Here are some famous sled dogs that may make great inspiration for your furry friend’s name (a lot of these make especially great husky dog names). 

• Balto. Balto is the famous lead dog who worked on the final leg of the Alaskan serum trip in 1925, bringing a diphtheria antitoxin that was in desperate need. Balto pulled the sled team through the night and through whiteout conditions to bring in the antitoxin. He is celebrated in a statue found in New York’s Central Park, and in an animated film of the same name – Balto.
• Laika. Laika was a mixed-breed Husky, famous for being the first dog in space, outfitted aboard the Sputnik 2.
• Togo. Togo is another famous Alaskan sled dog, traveling 170 miles in just 3 days while battling temperatures estimated at -30 degrees Fahrenheit (with a wind chill of -85 degrees Fahrenheit). Good thing he had a double coat!
• White Fang. The name of the wolf dog in Jack London’s book of the same name. If your love the idea of a book-based name, make sure to also check out our other literary dog names!
• Aro and Jiro. Two dogs who were the only survivors of a 1958 Japanese expedition to the Arctic. The crew of the expedition initially got stuck in an ice well, and the crew has to be evacuated by helicopter. Sadly, they were forced to leave their 15 sled dogs behind. A year later, another expedition found that 2 dogs has survived, somehow enduring the harsh conditions and learning to survive on their own.
• Buck. Buck is a sled dog that stars in Jack London’s The Call of the Wild. He is stolen from his family to be used as a sled dog, and turns into a leader and survivor.

Alaskan Dog Names Based on Locations and Landmarks in Alaska

There’s nothing quite like the breathtaking sights of Alaska. Consider naming your precious pooch after one of these beautiful locations in the last frontier. Or, if you’re looking for more ideas, try looking at our list of nature dog names!

Alaskan Dog Names Based on Common Alaskan Words And Phrases 

Alaskan natives have probably heard some of these unique slang words and phrases before, but for the rest of us, we’re new to Alaskan language. This Alaskan lexicon might serve as the perfect inspiration for your best buddy’s name. 

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Any Alaskan dog names we missed? We’d love to hear your suggestions! Share your favorite Alaskan dog names in the comments below!

Also, if none of these names fit your four-footer, be sure to check out these other dog-naming articles that may be perfect for your malamute or husky:

• Russian Dog Names
• Swedish Dog Names
• Wonderful White Dog Names
• Game of Thrones Dog Names (winter is coming, after all…)