48 Dog Name Ideas

Cute, funny and unique names for dogs and puppies, plus a picker for when you can’t decide.

Cute dog names

Classic dog names

Funny dog names

Outdoorsy dog names

How to choose a name

• Say it out loud. One or two syllables are easiest to call, especially for dogs and puppies.
• Watch their personality for a few days. A sleepy one might be “Mochi”, a zoomy one “Turbo”.
• Avoid names that sound like commands you use a lot, like “No” or “Sit”.