The countdown has started: your new pooch is days away from arriving home and you’re tasked with the weighty job of choosing a girl dog name. And it’s no mean feat… you and your pack will be calling this name (in public) for the next few years.
Whether they’re puffy and fluffy, wiry or groomed, we can assure you there’s a name out there. While some will leave you scratching your head, others seeming plain bonkers, you’ll eventually find one that fits like a glove.
So if you've chosen a female dog and you’re into human names, dog names, names for black dogs, or why not, pathetic fallacy names (rainy, we’re looking at you), we’re here to help you find it. Let’s journey through the top 100 (yes, 100) girl dog names, plus unique, strong, badass, cute girl dog names and more…
It’s all in the name: how to choose the right girl dog name
There’s a lot to think about when it comes to choosing the right female dog name. Does it sound too ‘human’, or not ‘human’ enough? Does it suit your new pal’s personality, energy levels, gender and stature? Does it make you feel warm and fuzzy, or lofty and proud?
Just like the rest of our vocabulary, we can all agree that names have a certain feel to them. Before we dive into our list, let’s test this theory: what sort of dog do you think of when you hear Roxy, Levi and Lexi? Pretty badass, right? How about Pickles, Cookie or Minnie? Probably small and cute. And Mabel, Audrey, and Beryl…? We’ll let you make your mind up on those.
What a name means to you is steeped in personal opinion and your past experiences of pets (or people!) with those names. Consider your new pal: are they energetic, sleepy, or strong-minded? Are they fluffy and short, tall and slender, or muscular and stout? Is your pooch’s breed often depicted in Parisian cafe-scapes, Insta-worthy mountain getaways, or the tranquil streets of suburbia?
It’s also worth thinking about the length of the name itself - we’d advise two syllables as a good ballpark, no more than three. In short, choose something you’re happy shouting in public (and potentially going viral online with - we love you, Fenton).
ALL of these factors will affect whether the girl dog name you choose suits your new pooch. So if we haven’t sent you into overwhelm just yet, grab yourself a cuppa and take a look at our suggestions below…
100 Most Popular Female Dog Names
If breaking down your new pet’s personality traits, favourite colours and birth chart isn’t for you, simply close your eyes and point to the screen below while scrolling (only joking). Here’s 100 cute girl dog names, and if you need more inspiration, find more.
- Minnie
- Missy
- Lady
- Cookie
- Phoebe
- Cassy/Cassie
- Olive
- Peggy
- Pixie
- Sasha
- Ellie
- Jessie
- Ella
- Lexie
- Sophie
- Chilli
- Billie
- Scout
- Charlie
- Cleo
- Willow
- Hazel
- Blue
- Lucky
- Layla
- Maddie
- Pippa
- Nala
- Izzy
- Adele
- Amelie
- Athena
- Betsy
- Bonnie
- Brandy
- Bruja
- Chanel
- Cici
- Mabel
- Amber
- Dolly
- Misty
- Stella
- Maisie
- Jess
- Lulu
- Betty
- Penny
- Honey
- Holly
- Lilly
- Shadow
- Sammie
- Emma
- Millie
- Maple
- Sunny
- Mia
- Maya
- Juno
- Dory
- Duchess
- Fliss
- Gigi
- Giselle
- Gloria
- Harley
- Jojo
- Jolene
- Kennedy
- Leia
- Lilo
- Lucy
- Maggie
- Bailey
- Lottie
- Winnie
- Pepper
- Skye
- Chloe
- Ruby
- Abby
- Roxy
- Piper
- Annie
- Zoe
- Ginger
- Rainy
- Snowy
- Lolly
- Pickles
- Angel
- Echo
- Fiona
- Kona
- Ivy
- Trixie
- Pearl
- Harper
- Ava
Top girl dog names in the UK
Want a quintessentially British name? Apparently this is what the dog world has come up with! Check out this list for female dog names popular in the UK.
- Bella
- Luna
- Poppy
- Daisy
- Molly
- Lola
- Rosie
- Ruby
- Lily
- Coco
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Top girl dog names in the US
Based in the US? Here are the top female dog names in the US, and 10 to get you started…
- Stella
- Sadie
- Penny
- Rosie
- Coco
- Gracie
- Pepper
- Lulu
- Riley
- Chloe
Top female dog names in Australia
Naming your pooch from the land down under? These are the cool female dog names popular in Australia…
- Pepper
- Lily
- Tilly
- Maggie
- Mia
- Marley
- Harley
- Lady
- Chloe
- Lulu
Top unique girl dog names
Want your pooch to stand out from the pack? If they’re a bit quirky (or you are!), maybe you’re looking for more unique female dog names. Here’s a few that are sure to get the dog park conversation started…
- Aztec
- Ziggy
- Coral
- Apple
- India
- Gretel
- Kenya
- Elsie
- Gypsy
- Kelpie
Cute girl dog names
If your new buddy simply melts your heart, maybe a cute girl dog name is the way forward. Here’s a few we could think of…
- Pebbles
- Angel
- Belle
- Blossom
- Freckles
- Princess
- Spot
- Nina
- Tallula
- Pickles
Strong female dog names
Is your new pooch rippling with muscles, or just fancy an ironic name for your new Chihuahua? Here are 10 strong female dog names we think might give your new pet some serious street cred.
- Sierra
- Kiwi
- Sydney
- Indigo
- Tamara
- Nori
- Venus
- Miso
- Saturn
- Odette
Good girl dog names
Think Golden Retrievers, Black Labs and Border Collies. These are the wholesome good girl dog names you need for your new family member.
- Julie
- Annabelle
- Minnie
- Peanut
- Peaches
- Gem
- Blossom
- Rosemary
- Suki
- Tessa
Unusual female dog names
If you’re the Chris Martins and Gwyneth Paltrows of the pet parent world, these unusual female dog names could be right up your weird and wonderful street.
- Parsley
- Quizzie
- River
- Kimchi
- Quince
- Basil
- Eutopia
- Lucinda
- Willow
- Hibiscus
Top cool female dog names
Got a new pooch who just oozes cool, is great with other animals, or simply loves sunbathing? These cool girl dog names might suit…=
- Jessie
- Ocean
- Rain
- Tilly
- Olive
- Ariel
- Juno
- Phoenix
- Astrid
- Scarlet
Top badass girl dog names
Does your new fluffball hate to follow the rules? Maybe these badass female dog names will suit your new pooch!
- Lexi
- Riley
- Levi
- London
- Beyonce
- Saffie
- Moxie
- Nikita
- Ursula
- Iris
Top funny girl dog names
If you don’t take yourself too seriously, kudos to you! If you want a name that’s going to make you chuckle, these funny female dog names might be what you’re looking for.
- Beryl
- Doris
- Donut
- Sausage
- Blanche
- Beatrice
- Pumpkin
- Tootsie
- Dorothy
- Audrey
Top fancy female dog names
If your new furry buddy really does suit the streets of Paris, Milan or the Royal boroughs, check out these fancy (and to be honest, sassy) girl dog names.
- Lady
- Opal
- Saffron
- Oxana
- Caviar
- Emerald
- Ingrid
- Colette
- Hyacinth
- Onyx
Top black female dog names
Is your canine companion to be coated in unctuous, glossy black fur? If so, we can understand why you’d want to celebrate that glorious feature with the name you choose! Here are a few black female dog names to get you started…
- Jet
- Midnight
- Ink
- Shadow
- Raven
- Charcoal
- Chimney
- Mocha
- Oreo
- Pepper
More dog inspiration
If you haven’t quite found what you’re looking for today, not to worry. Here are a few more places you can go to find the perfect name for your new fluffy pal…
The ultimate puppy names list.
So whether they’re a Lexi, Roxy, Beryl or Jessie, we wish you only the VERY best with welcoming your new family member into your home!
Still on the hunt for the perfect pooch name?
We’ve got you covered! Take a look at this list of top dog names and these British pet names, where you might just find something to suit your new pal’s unique personality, look and charm.