White dog names

Recently adopted a white pooch? First off, congrats on the new furry addition to your family! Now, the fun part: choosing a white dog name. Since white is such a distinctive color, it can serve as a great inspiration for your pup's name. 

For example, if your pooch gives off a cool and icy vibe, names like Blizzard or Frost could be the paw-fect fit. Or does your fluffy white pup remind you of something delicious? Consider white dog names like Marshmallow or Popcorn. Whatever your pooch’s style, gender, or paw-sonality, we’ve got you covered…

Male white dog names

Is your pooch white like a wolf? Or do they look fluffy and cozy like a marshmallow? Whatever your pup’s paw-sonality, give him a white male dog name to suit…

• Snowball 
• Ghost 
• Frost 
• Blizzard 
• Casper
• Marshmallow 
• Aspen
• Polar 
• Cotton
• Nimbus

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Female white dog names

Regardless of breed, white pups are simply wonderful – with their pristine coats and striking eyes. So, for the furry female in your family, try one of these female white dog names…

• Pearl 
• Lily 
• Angel 
• Frostine 
• Daisy 
• Ivory 
• Crystal 
• Bella 
• Winter
• Sugar 

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Cute white dog names

Can your heart take any more cuteness? If you’re brave enough, choose a cute name for your adorable white pup…

• Cupcake 
• Marshmallow 
• Cotton Candy 
• Puff 
• Biscuit 
• Snowflake 
• Noodle 
• Sprinkle 
• Snuggles 
• Muffin

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Unique white dog names

White pups are already pretty special. Does that mean they deserve boring names? Absolutely not – go for one of these unique white dog names instead…

• Zephyr
• Everest 
• Caspian 
• Luna 
• Nimbus 
• Alaska 
• Whiskey 
• Chardonnay
• Aria 
• Onyx 

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Fluffy white dog names

For your white fur ball, it makes paw-fect sense to pick a fluffy white dog name to match their adorable coat…

• Fluffball
• Marshmallow 
• Cotton 
• Cloud 
• Puffball 
• Meringue 
• Fuzz 
• Tumbleweed 
• Feathers
• Powderpuff 

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Big white dog names

Brought home a big pup? Or simply love irony? Whatever the reason, we’re sure you’ll love these white dog names for big boys and girls…

• Everest 
• Titan 
• Avalanche
• Goliath 
• Glacier 
• Colossus 
• Hercules 
• Yeti 
• Jumbo 
• Thunder 

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Names inspired by famous white dogs

Even if your pooch has no idea who these famous dogs are, we all know and love ‘em. That’s what makes them such good white dog name ideas…

• Odie (From the Garfield comic strip)
• Bolt (From the animated film "Bolt")
• Snowy (From "The Adventures of Tintin" comics)
• Hachi (Based on the loyal Akita dog from the movie "Hachi: A Dog's Tale")
• Pongo (From "101 Dalmatians")
• Balto (Based on the heroic sled dog from the animated film "Balto")
• Nana (From "Peter Pan")
• Shadow (From the movie "Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey")
• White Fang (Based on the novel and film of the same name)
• Lassie (From the classic TV show and movies featuring a heroic Collie)

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White dog naming tips

Congrats! You’ve finished our bright list of white dog names, offering all the ins-paw-ration you need. Still stuck? Don’t worry, we’ve broken down our top tips…

Embrace the snowy charm: White pups have a distinct coat that deserves a fitting name, so celebrate their pristine beauty with names like Snowball, Frost, or Pearl.

Paw-sonality is key: Take note of your dog's unique traits, behaviors and temperament. Find a name that captures their character, whether they’re frantic, fun-loving or delightfully docile.

Keep it simple: Go for white dog names that are easy to say and remember. Stick to one or two syllables, and avoid names that sound like common commands, like “sit” or “stay”, otherwise you’ll confuse your precious pup.

Explore their heritage: If your white pooch belongs to a notable breed, then consider white dog names that reflect their heritage. Let’s say you’ve brought home a white Samoyed, they could be named something suitable like Arctic or Nika. Get creative! 

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