Looking for the perfect name for your pooch? Check out this massive list of male dog names for inspiration. This should provide plenty of brainstorming to find the perfect namesake for your pup.
Most Popular Male Dog Names
Some boy dog names are puppy class staples thanks to their broad appeal. No matter where you go in the woofin’ world, you’re sure to find at least one of these popular names for dogs, many of which double as human names.
- Aiden
- Archie
- Arlo
- Axel
- Bailey
- Bandit
- Baxter
- Benny
- Bentley
- Blaze
- Boomer
- Brody
- Bruce
- Bruno
- Brutus
- Bubba
- Buddy
- Buster
- Chance
- Charlie
- Chester
- Chico
- Cody
- Cooper
- Dexter
- Diesel
- George
- Harley
- Henry
- Jack
- Jackson
- Jake
- Jasper
- Jax
- Joey
- Jojo
- Kai
- Knox
- Koda
- Leo
- Levi
- Liam
- Lincoln
- Louie
- Lucky
- Marley
- Max
- Miles
- Milo
- Moe
- Murphy
- Oakley
- Odie
- Oscar
- Oliver
- Ollie
- Otis
- Ozzy
- Remy
- Riley
- Rocky
- Rocco
- Romeo
- Roscoe
- Rudy
- Rufus
- Ruger
- Rusty
- Ryder
- Sammy
- Samson
- Scooter
- Shadow
- Sparky
- Tank
- Teddy
- Theo
- Titan
- Toby
- Tucker
- Tyson
- Xavier
- Wally
- Walter
- Watson
- Winston
- Ziggy
Male Dog Names With International Roots
A fun way to honor your rover’s roots is to select a moniker for him from his breed’s native land. Check out these international names for dogs and see if any fit your fur kiddo.
- Adlai (Hebrew origins)
- Akito (Japanese origin)
- Albert (German origin)
- Alexei (Russian origin)
- Arthur (Welsh origin)
- Astin (French origin)
- Avi (Hebrew origins)
- Bahari (African origin)
- Bijoux (French roots)
- Cameron (Scottish origins)
- Cartier (French origin)
- Cassius (Latin origin)
- Cedric (English roots)
- Cruz (Spanish origins)
- Cyril (Greek origin)
- Dakari (African origin)
- Damon (Greek origins)
- Dante (Latin origin)
- Dawson (English origin)
- Delgado (Spanish roots)
- Dembe (African origin)
- Dev (Indian/Sanskrit origin)
- Dino (Italian origins)
- Djimon (African origins)
- Draco (Italian origins)
- Drago (Slavic origin)
- Eli (Hebrew origin)
- Enzo (Italian origins)
- Felix (Latin origin)
- Feng (Chinese origin)
- Fergus (Scottish origin)
- Francois (French origin)
- Fritz (German origin)
- Griffin (Welsh origin)
- Huxley (English origin)
- Ivan (Russian origin)
- Jaeger (German origin)
- Jethro (Hebrew origin)
- Jiang (Chinese origin)
- Joaquin (Spanish origins)
- Jonah (Hebrew roots)
- Jun (Chinese origins)
- Kaiser (German origins)
- Kamau (African origin)
- Kanoa (Hawaiian origin)
- Katsu (Japanese origin)
- Keir (Irish origin)
- Kendi (African origin)
- Kenji (Japanese origins)
- Klaus (German roots)
- Koa (Hawaiian origin)
- Leif (Scandinavian origin)
- Lennox (Scottish origin)
- Linus (Greek origin)
- Lucien (French origin)
- Luigi (Italian origin)
- Macsen (Welsh origin)
- Madden (Irish origins)
- Mateo (Spanish origins)
- Matsu (Japanese origin)
- Ming (Chinese origins)
- Monroe (Scottish origin)
- Monty (English origin)
- Naji (Arabic origin)
- Nalo (African origin)
- Norbert (German origin)
- Osiris (Greek origin)
- Otto (German roots)
- Paddy (Irish origins)
- Pfieffer (German origin)
- Ping (Chinese origin)
- Qiao (Chinese origins)
- Raiden (Japanese origin)
- Rami (Arabic origin)
- Ravi (Indian/Sanskrit origin)
- Remus (Latin origin)
- Ren (Japanese origin)
- Ridley (English origin)
- Rolf (Scandinavian origin)
- Romney (Welsh origin)
- Rooney (Irish origins)
- Sasha (Russian origin)
- Schatzi (German origin)
- Seymour (French origin)
- Shia (Arabic origin)
- Sirius (Greek origins)
- Spencer (English origin)
- Sullivan (Irish origins)
- Sven (Scandinavian origin)
- Taj (Arabic origin)
- Tito (Spanish origin)
- Tully (Irish origins)
- Tycho (Latin origin)
- Uri (Hebrew origin)
- Vito (Italian origin)
- Vlad (Slavic origin)
- Vulcan (Latin origin)
- Waylon (English origin)
- Wolfgang (German origin)
- Xenos (Greek origin)
- Xio (Spanish origins)
- Yannos (Greek origins)
- Yves (French origin)
- Zappa (Italian origin)
- Zayn (Arabic origin)
Interested in more boy dog names from around the world? See Chinese Dog Names, Awesome African Dog Names, and Swedish Dog Names.
Unique Male Dog Names
Want to stand apart at the dog park? Browse these rare male dog names.
- Ajax
- Amos
- Anchor
- Armani
- Asa
- Auden
- Augie
- Aziel
- Aziz
- Banjo
- Banks
- Baron
- Bixby
- Boaz
- Bronson
- Carlisle
- Cicero
- Darcy
- Drake
- Eiji
- Emory
- Enoch
- Ernie
- Everix
- Ezra
- Fable
- Franco
- Genji
- Gordon
- Gucci
- Harvey
- Haven
- Hermes
- Higgins
- Holmes
- Howie
- Iago
- Ignatio
- Irie
- Jacoby
- Jenner
- Jingle
- Journey
- Kelvin
- Kirby
- Koji
- Kumi
- Langley
- Larry
- Lyric
- Makai
- Malik
- Marquis
- McCoy
- Miller
- Nero
- Nigel
- Nixon
- Novak
- Omri
- Oren
- Osmond
- Otso
- Pacey
- Patton
- Primo
- Quinton
- Quito
- Rahm
- Ricci
- Ripley
- Royal
- Safari
- Salem
- Santana
- Santino
- Seven
- Shai
- Solo
- Solomon
- Story
- Talon
- Taru
- Teller
- Tempo
- Timber
- Tombstone
- Torin
- Trenton
- Turner
- Unit
- Uri
- Urijah
- Urso
- Valen
- Varun
- Venu
- Vesper
- Walker
- Whimsy
- Whisper
- Xavion
- Yosef
- Yogi
- Zenith
- Zenon
- Zephyr
- Zeppelin
Personality-Inspired Male Dog Names
Seeking a name that suits your pup’s personality? Look no further.
- Angel
- Bashful
- Bold
- Brave
- Dream
- Finesse
- Gruff
- Grump
- Happy
- Honor
- Humble
- Loyal
- Maverick
- Noble
- Rebel
- Rogue
- Savvy
- Silly
- Sly
- Sweet
- Valor
- Wisdom
- Wise
- Witt
Looking for more? Check out Dog Names That Mean “Happy” and Dog Names That Mean “Calm.”
Energetic Male Dog Names
Is your dog bursting with energy? See if any of these springy male dog names match his speed.
- Bounce
- Calamity
- Chase
- Comet
- Crash
- Cyclone
- Dart
- Dash
- Dasher
- Flash
- Flip
- Hurricane
- Jet
- Jumper
- Kicker
- Rocker
- Rocket
- Rowdy
- Sonic
- Spinner
- Tornado
- Wilder
- Wrecker
- Zest
- Zesty
- Zinger
- Zippy
One-Syllable Male Dog Names
A short and sweet name is easy to call and pair with commands. Browse these one-syllable male dog names.
- Ace
- Beau
- Beck
- Boone
- Brick
- Brock
- Bryce
- Cade
- Cap
- Case
- Cash
- Champ
- Clyde
- Creed
- Dax
- Dex
- Dice
- Dunn
- Finn
- Flynn
- Frank
- Grant
- Gus
- Hank
- Haze
- Heath
- Ike
- Jazz
- Jude
- Jules
- Kage
- Kane
- Kent
- Kip
- Kirk
- Lev
- Lou
- Mac
- Mike
- Pax
- Penn
- Pierce
- Pike
- Price
- Quest
- Quinn
- Reed
- Reign
- Rex
- Rhett
- Rhys
- Riggs
- Rook
- Ross
- Rune
- Sam
- Sid
- Spike
- Stark
- Steele
- Tex
- Tripp
- Ty
- Vic
- Vice
- Verse
- West
- Zed
- Zev
Crazy about this snappy style? See more on One-Syllable Dog Names: Short & Sweet.
Long Male Dog Names
A long name feels super formal on your floof, plus it has lots of awesome built-in nicknames. Browse these lengthy male dog names and see if any suit your fancy four-footer.
- Alejandro
- Alexander
- Archibald
- Bartholomew
- Benjamin
- Bernard
- Cornelius
- Dominic
- Eduardo
- Everett
- Ezekiel
- Fernando
- Francisco
- Frederick
- Gabriel
- Giovanni
- Hezekiah
- Ignatius
- Jameson
- Jedediah
- Jeremiah
- Josiah
- Kingsley
- Kingston
- Lawrence
- Leander
- Leonardo
- Lexington
- Lorenzo
- Malachi
- Mordecai
- Mortimer
- Nicodemus
- Octavius
- Remington
- Ricardo
- Sebastian
- Stonewall
- Thaddeus
- Theodore
- Ulysses
- Valentino
- Vincenzo
- Willoughby
- Winchester
- Woodrow
- Xaviero
- Yoshiki
- Zachariah
- Zebedee
- Zeferino
Appearance-Based Male Dog Names
Appearance-based names are always a hit. Check out these male dog names with image-based meanings.
- Auburn
- Azul
- Bigfoot
- Big Mac
- Blacky
- Blanco
- Blue
- Bones
- Bonito
- Brawny
- Brindle
- Bronze
- Brownie
- Buff
- Burly
- Chubs
- Chunky
- Copper
- Curly
- Cyan
- Dinghy
- Domino
- Dorado
- Everest (For a tall dog)
- Fleecy
- Fluff
- Freckles
- Frizz
- Ghost (Perfect for a white dog)
- Giant
- Golden
- Goliath
- Gordo
- Guapo
- Grande
- Gray
- Halfpint
- Handsome
- Harlequin
- Hershey (Common on chocolate Labs)
- Hulk
- Hunk
- Indigo
- Inky
- Ivory
- Jumbo
- Khaki
- Lanky
- Lil’ Man
- Merle
- Micro
- Mighty
- Moppy
- Muscles
- Patches
- Peewee
- Pillow
- Pompom
- Pudge
- Puff
- Q-Tip
- Red
- Rust
- Sable
- Sandy
- Sasquatch
- Scruffy
- Shaggy
- Shorty
- Silky
- Silver
- Slim
- Smallfry
- Speck
- Stripes
- Teeny
- Tiny
- Tubby
- Tubs
- Twiggy
- Woolly
- Yeti
Strong Male Dog Names
Is your barker a badass? Discover these strong male dog names and see which is right for your tough terrier.
- Ammo
- Angus
- Arrow
- Avenger
- Bazooka
- Blade
- Bomber
- Brass
- Bravo
- Breaker
- Bruiser
- Buckshot
- Bullet
- Caesar
- Cannon
- Chopper
- Clipper
- Craven
- Crusader
- Dagger
- Decker
- Dozer
- Endeavor
- Ever
- Fang
- Future
- Garrison
- Gauge
- Glock
- Gunsmoke
- Hammer
- Hardy
- Havoc
- Hero
- Honcho
- Humvee
- Jagger
- Javelin
- Jaws
- Julius
- Justice
- Laser
- Legend
- Machete
- Magnum
- Magnus
- March
- Marvel
- Mauser
- Merit
- Midnight
- Musket
- Napoleon
- Navy
- Night
- Nuke
- Orion
- Panzer
- Pistol
- Radar
- Raider
- Roman
- Roosevelt
- Rumble
- Semper Fi
- Shotgun
- Striker
- Surge
- Taser
- Toughy
- Trigger
- Uzi
- Valkyrie
- Victor
- Victory
- Wesson
- Zareb
- Zen
Need some powerful girl dog names too? See Strong Female Dog Names.
Cute Male Dog Names
Your dog is too cute for words, and his name should reflect it. See if any of these adorable male dog names feel right for him.
- Baby
- Beep
- Binky
- Bitsy
- Bobbin
- Boo
- Boop
- Boots
- Bubbles
- Buckles
- Bud
- Bugsy
- Bunco
- Buttons
- Casanova
- Checkers
- Chewy
- Chuckles
- Critter
- Crumbles
- Darling
- Dibby
- Doodle
- Doo-Wop
- Droopy
- Fella
- Fidget
- Finny
- Floof
- Gadget
- Gidget
- Goober
- Herbie
- Hoot
- Hugs
- Iggy
- Indy
- Jenga
- Kovi
- Lovebug
- Loverboy
- Malarkey
- McDreamy
- Mitsy
- Mittens
- Mojo
- Nibbles
- Nibbs
- Nipsy
- Nubs
- Pal
- Papi
- Pepe
- Pip
- Pixel
- Pogo
- Prince Charming
- Pup
- Ritz
- Roo
- Scamp
- Schmoopy
- Scoot
- Skippy
- Slinky
- Snafu
- Snookums
- Socks
- Sweetie
- Toodles
- Toots
- Tootsie
- Tux
- Widget
- Winky
Sports-Related Male Dog Names
Honor your canine’s athleticism (or your favorite team) with a sports-themed pick. Check out these sports-related male dog names.
- Ali (Muhammad Ali)
- Alley-Oop
- Babe (Babe Ruth)
- Baller
- Blitz
- Bogey
- Brady (Tom Brady)
- Brawler
- Bunker
- Caddie
- Cleats
- Cross
- Cue
- Cutman
- Derby
- Deuce
- Divot
- Duster
- Fairway
- Fenway (Fenway Park)
- Flyout
- Franchise
- Frisbee
- Fumble
- Gambit
- Grapple
- Gridiron
- Hat-Trick
- Haymaker
- Heavyweight
- Hockey
- Homerun
- Hook
- Hoops
- Howler
- Huddle
- Jab
- Jackie (Jackie Robinson)
- Jeter (Derek Jeter)
- Jock
- Jockey
- Jordan (Michael Jordan)
- Judo
- Knockout
- Kobe (Kobe Bryant)
- Lambeau (Lambeau Field)
- Lebron (Lebron James)
- Lightweight
- Lombardi
- Messi (Lionel Messi)
- Mulligan
- M.V.P. (Most Valuable Pupper)
- Nadal (Rafael Nadal)
- Pele
- Polo
- Puck
- Putt
- Racquet
- Rally
- Ref
- Ringer
- Ripken (Cal Ripken Jr)
- Rookie
- Rugby
- Score
- Scrimmage
- Shaq (Shaquille O’Neal)
- Shortstop
- Slamdunk
- Slapshot
- Slugger
- Stanley (Stanley Cup)
- Tackle
- Touchdown
- Trophy
- Wembley (Wembley Stadium)
- Wicket
- Willie (Willie Mays)
- Wrigley (Wrigley Field)
Nature-Themed Male Dog Names
Is your four-footer happiest in the forest? If so, sniff around these nature-themed dog names that suit male canines.
- Acorn
- Almond
- Apricot
- Ash
- Aspen
- Bamboo
- Basil
- Bay
- Blackberry
- Blueberry
- Bonsai
- Boulder
- Bramble
- Brooks
- Canyon
- Cedar
- Cirrus
- Clay
- Cliff
- Cloud
- Coal
- Coast
- Cypress
- Flint
- Forrest
- Gooseberry
- Grove
- Hail
- Hawthorn
- Hemlock
- Herb
- Huckleberry
- Juniper
- Lake
- Leaf
- Lightning
- Linden
- Moss
- Nimbus
- Oak
- Obsidian
- Ocean
- Oleander
- Onyx
- Pine
- Quince
- Reef
- Ridge
- River
- Rock
- Rowan
- Sage
- Salix
- Shale
- Sky
- Smoke
- Snow
- Spruce
- Storm
- Thicket
- Thistle
- Thorn
- Thunder
- Tide
- Track
- Trail
- Tundra
- Vine
- Yarrow
Animal-Inspired Male Dog Names
Is your pup one to walk on the wild side? See if any of these animal-themed male dog names are at home on your hound.
- Barracuda
- Bear
- Buck
- Colt
- Coyote
- Croc
- Crow
- Cub
- Eagle
- Dingo
- Falcon
- Fox
- Gator
- Grizzly
- Guppy
- Hawk
- Hyena
- Kangaroo
- Kit
- Mako
- Mammoth
- Moose
- Mouse
- Osprey
- Panda
- Penguin
- Piglet
- Puffin
- Rat
- Sharky
- Sparrow
- Trout
- Tuna
- Viper
- Wolf
- Wolverine
Male Dog Names Inspired by TV & Movies
Pop culture is a great source of namespiration for our pets. Browse these characters from movies and television to see if any sound right for your pup.
- Aladdin (Aladdin)
- Anakin (Star Wars)
- Astro (The Jetsons)
- Baloo (The Jungle Book)
- Bamm-Bamm (The Flintstones)
- Batman (Superhero)
- Benji (Benji)
- Bilbo (Lord of the Rings)
- Bond (James Bond)
- Brian (Family Guy)
- Buzz (Toy Story)
- Chewbacca (Star Wars)
- Darth Vader (Star Wars)
- Elmo (Sesame Street)
- Ewok (Star Wars)
- Fizzgig (The Dark Crystal)
- Fonzie (Happy Days)
- Fozzie (The Muppet Show)
- Gizmo (Gremlins)
- Gollum (Lord of the Rings)
- Gonzo (The Muppet Show)
- Groot (Guardians of the Galaxy)
- Grover (Sesame Street)
- Hagrid (Harry Potter)
- Hannibal (The Silence of the Lambs)
- Homer (The Simpsons)
- Jiminy (Pinocchio)
- Krumm (Aaahh!!! Real Monsters)
- Kuzco (The Emperor’s New Groove)
- Kylo (Star Wars)
- Mickey (Mickey Mouse)
- Neo (The Matrix)
- Opie (Sons of Anarchy)
- Paddington (Paddington Bear)
- Pongo (101 Dalmatians)
- Pumba (The Lion King)
- Rambo
- Robin (Batman & Robin)
- Simba (The Lion King)
- Snoopy (Charlie Brown)
- Snuffleupagus (Sesame Street)
- Spock (Star Trek)
- Stewie (Family Guy)
- Stitch (Lilo & Stitch)
- Thumper (Bambi)
- Toto (The Wizard of Oz)
- Waldorf (The Muppet Show)
- Wookiee (Star Wars)
- Yoda (Star Wars)
- Zuko (Avatar)
Funny Male Dog Names
Does your pooch stir up laughs everywhere he goes? Browse these chuckle-inducing male dog names and see if any fit your canine clown.
- Bark
- Chad
- Deeohgee
- Dyson
- Fabio
- Flopsy
- Furby
- Fuzzbutt
- Haha
- Hoover
- Kevin
- Meow
- Moby Dick
- Notorious D.O.G.
- Oink
- Oinker
- Poopsy
- Richard
- Robert
- Rugrat
- Stephen
- Stinker
- Stinky
- Trouble
Food-Related Male Dog Names
Food-loving Fidos fit names related to their favorite pastime: Eating! Check out these male dog names with delicious roots.
- Alfalfa
- Bagel
- Baklava
- Beans
- Biscuit
- Bourbon
- Burrito
- Cannoli
- Captain Crunch
- Cashew
- Chalupa
- Cheddar
- Cheerio
- Dango
- Dumpling
- Chowder
- Churro
- Cinnamon
- Coconut
- Couscous
- Étouffée
- Fondue
- Fudge
- Gazpacho
- Gelato
- Gin
- Gnocchi
- Gouda
- Goulash
- Grits
- Gumbo
- Ham
- Hoagie
- Jambalaya
- Kebab
- Kimchi
- Kumquat
- Mango
- Marshmallow
- Meatball
- Meatloaf
- Miso
- Mochi
- Muenster
- Nacho
- Noodle
- Nougat
- Nugget
- Oreo
- Pancake
- Panini
- Peaches
- Peanut
- Pickles
- Pierogi
- Pistacchio
- Pita
- Pizza
- Popcorn
- Porkchop
- Pork Roll
- Potato
- Potpie
- Poutine
- Pretzel
- Quiche
- Ravioli
- Risotto
- Rutabaga
- Salami
- Sashimi
- Schnitzel
- Scrapple
- Sesame
- Skittles
- S’more
- Snickerdoodle
- Snickers
- Soufflé
- Spaghetti
- Sprouts
- Stromboli
- Sushi
- Taco
- Tamale
- Tater Tot
- Tiramisu
- Toast
- Toffee
- Tofu
- Tortellini
- Twix
- Waffles
- Wonton
- Wasabi
- Whiskey
- Yuzu
- Zeppole
- Ziti
Does your doggo have any of the names above? Are there other male dog names you love that we missed? Share with us in the comments. We’d love to hear.
2 Comments
May 25, 2020
Thx that was really usefull.
May 4, 2017
Sometimes you can just look at a new puppy and the perfect name will pop into your head.