Boy dog names

Brought home a pooch? Ah, congratulations. But choosing a boy dog name can be a challenging (albeit exciting) endeavor. You want a name that reflects his paw-sonality, captures his spunk, and stands out from the crowd, which can be hard to juggle.

That's where we come in. We’ve collected the best dog names for boys so you can stop searching around. From cute boy dog names to baddass monikers, we’ve got everything you need. So, let's have some fun with it! 

Remember, the process of finding the perfect name for your boy pooch is an adventure in itself. Take your time, get inspired, and enjoy this delightful journey of pooch-naming fun…

Most popular boy dog names

We love pooches. So much so that we carried out our own research into the most popular boy dog names to help your name-picking adventure. Check out our findings below…

Bear

Bentley

Buddy

Charlie

Jack

Leo

Max

Milo

Oliver

Rocky

Teddy

Zeus

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Cute boy dog names

To us, all pups are cute. But we know that your pooch will feel cuter than all the rest, so it makes paw-fect sense to choose an adorable name for your boy dog…

Alfie

Archie

Bingo

Bo

Bumper

Chip

Donut

Gizmo

Hank

Kirby

Stitch

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Unique boy dog names

Bored of boring boy dog names? Say goodbye to Fido (sorry, Fidos) and say hello to our list of unique boy dog names…

Atlas

Cobolt

Lumos

Magnus

Maverick

Orion

Pippin

Quill

Rhapsody

Ziggy

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Cool boy dog names

Does your pooch let the squirrels come to him? Can he serenade the postal workers with suave prowess? However cool your pooch may be, give him one of these paw-some boy dog names…

Ace

Bolt

Boone

Chai

Clint

Gunner

Koda

Reno

Zen

Zuko

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Funny boy dog names

You don’t need YouTube to tell us that pups make people laugh. Whether your puppy has you slapping your laps in laughter, or you simply love funny boy dog names, we’ve got the list for you…

Banjo

Bingo

Bongo

Buzz

Noodle

Ralph

Rufus

Scrappy

Snicker

Wilbur

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Badass boy dog names

We all think our pup is the most badass (okay, sometimes we think he’s the cutest), so why not give your powerful pooch one of these badass boy dog names?

Bandit

Bane

Blaze

Diesel 

Ninja

Rambo

Prince

Spike

Vader

Vince

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Strong boy dog names

Whether your dog’s a powerful pooch or a playful puppy, we like to think they’re a strong canine companion. So, give your strong lad one of these boy names for dogs…

Jet

Goliath

Granite

Harley

Odin

Steel

Sterling

Tank

Thunder

Titan

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Good boy dog names

Who’s a good boy? What’s a good boy dog name, more like. Check out our favorite ones below…

Beau

Dexter

Frodo

Goofy

Lucky

Marty

Sam

Scout

Watson

Yoda

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Boy Dog Name Tips

Hooray! Welcome to the end of our list. Now, you should have all the ins-paw-ration to pick the right boy dog name. But if you’re still unsure, don’t worry – here are some tips to help you pick the perfect name for your pooch…

Reflect his paw-sonality: Observe your pup’s traits, behavior, and quirks. Is he a playful pooch? A frenetic furball? Or a laid-back lad? Choose a name that brings out his unique character.

Consider his appearance: Take a look at your four-legged friend’s size, color, or special markings. Names that highlight these features can add an extra touch of paw-sonality to his beautiful boy dog name.

Get inspired by his breed: We also recommend researching your dog's breed or ancestry, exploring names related to his breed's history, origin, or cultural significance. It can be a great way to honor his lineage. Is he a Yorkie? A Scottie? A Chihuahua? Use his heritage to guide your choice.

Keep it simple and easy to pronounce: Choose a boy dog name that rolls off the tongue and resonates with your pup. Also, make sure the name doesn’t sound like common commands like “sit” or “wait”, which can easily confuse your lil’ pup.

Lastly, test it out: Once you’ve whittled down your choices, try calling out each name in the backyard and see how it feels when you say it aloud. If your pooch is home already, pay attention to his reaction and choose the name that gets the best (and cutest) reaction.

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