Carton dog names

Dogs are wonderful characters. That’s why we love them. So, is it any wonder there are so many cartoon canines? From Scooby to Snoopy, the world of digitized doggies is an excellent place to find a name for your new pooch. Best of all, we’ve done all the research for you.

We’ve compiled the complete list of cartoon dog names for your ins-paw-ration, sourcing ideas from nostalgic comics and shows to modern animations and movies. By the end, you’ll know exactly which name to pick for your pup, whether they’re a stylish superhero or furry-tail princess.

Female cartoon dog names

The animated world has created some fabulous female four-legged friends, from ladies to legends. So, why not choose one of these female cartoon dog characters for your pup’s name?

• Lady (Lady and the Tramp)
• Perdita (101 Dalmatians)
• Angel (Lady and the Tramp 2)
• Gromit (Wallace and Gromit)
• Dixie (The Fox and the Hound 2)
• Annette (Lady and the Tramp)
• Belle (The Secret Life of Pets)
• Georgette (Oliver & Company)
• Missy (Clifford the Big Red Dog)
• Lila (Hey Arnold!)

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Male cartoon dog names

From 90s cartoon dog characters to post-millennium pups, our pet experts created the paw-fect list of male cartoon dog names for your new charming canine companion…

• Scooby (Scooby-Doo)
• Pluto (Disney)
• Odie (Garfield)
• Max (The Grinch)
• Astro (The Jetsons)
• Brian (Family Guy)
• Tramp (Lady and the Tramp)
• Bolt (Bolt)
• Blue (Blue's Clues)

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Cute cartoon dog names

Dogs are nothing if not cute. The same can be said about our cartoon canine characters – their loveable faces and wagging tails have kept us two-leggers smiling for generations. Why not take your doggy’s adorable levels to dizzying heights with one of these animated dog character names?

• Snoopy (Peanuts)
• Clifford (Clifford the Big Red Dog)
• Doug (Doug)
• Rolly (101 Dalmatians)
• Pongo (101 Dalmatians)
• Copper (The Fox and the Hound)
• Dug (Up)
• Toto (The Wizard of Oz)
• Sparky (Frankenweenie)
• Gidget (The Secret Life of Pets)

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Disney cartoon dog names

Welcoming a four-legged friend into your home? You’re in for a fairy-tail already. Get your love story off to the best possible start by giving your pooch one of these Disney cartoon dog names…

• Pluto (Mickey Mouse)
• Lady (Lady and the Tramp)
• Tramp (Lady and the Tramp)
• Copper (The Fox and the Hound)
• Dodger (Oliver & Company)
• Nana (Peter Pan)
• Pongo (101 Dalmatians)
• Perdita (101 Dalmatians)
• Bolt (Bolt)

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Simpsons-inspired dog names

Whether your doggy loves donuts (don’t they all?) or creating playful havoc in your backyard, the land of Springfield has some superb cartoon dog names for your pup…

• Santa's Little Helper 
• Poochie 
• Laddie 
• Bongo 
• Greyhound Puppies 
• Pepe 
• Rosa Barks 
• She's the Fastest 
• Flash 
• Itchy

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Famous cartoon dogs

We know that your pooch is the only star in your eyes, from the moment you bring them home. But when it comes to naming your prince or princess, that doesn’t mean you can’t get inspired by famous dogs from cartoons, does it?

• Goofy (Disney)
• Pluto (Disney)
• Droopy (Droopy Dog)
• Astro (The Jetsons)
• Huckleberry Hound (The Huckleberry Hound Show)
• Hong Kong Phooey (Hong Kong Phooey)
• Deputy Dawg (Deputy Dawg)

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Hanna-Barbera dog names

With our list of Hanna-Barbera names, you’d be barking mad not to pick one of these monikers for your marvelous mutt…

• Astro (The Jetsons)
• Hong Kong Phooey (Hong Kong Phooey)
• Muttley (Wacky Races)
• Top Cat's gang member: Benny the Ball
• Doggie Daddy (Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy)
• Yakky Doodle (The Yogi Bear Show)
• Dixie (Pixie and Dixie and Mr. Jinks)
• Precious Pupp (The Atom Ant Show)
• Snuffles (Quick Draw McGraw)

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Looney Tunes dog names

Just like our four-legged friends go looney when you mention the ‘W’ word (rhymes with ‘awkies’), we believe you’ll go crazy for one of these cartoon dog names inspired by one of the funniest animations of all time…

• Hector 
• Charlie Dog 
• Marc Antony 
• K-9 
• Frisky Puppy 
• Barnyard Dawg

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Now that we've wrapped up our list of cartoon dog names, you should have a good idea which one would suit your pup. But if you're still feeling a little stuck, no problemo, we've got you covered!

Our top tip is to closely observe your four-legged friend's physical features, and spend some time getting to know their unique personality. This will help you come up with names that truly reflect their special traits. For instance, if they're adorable and lazy, you could consider names like Snoopy or Garfield. And if they're white and spotty, then a name from 101 Dalmations, like Pongo, makes paw-fect sense. 

We also suggest drawing inspiration from various sources like nature or even your favorite foods or fairy tales (even though we're talking about dog names here!). But ultimately, the most important thing is to choose a name that feels natural to say and resonates with both you and your Good Boy or Girl. Best of luck in finding the perfect cartoon dog name for your furry friend! We're paw-sitive you’ll get it right, first time.

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