Most popular Pug names for your new pooch

Pugs. Those cute and cuddly canines are simply adored all over the world. Is anyone surprised? They can even be traced back to ancient China (way back in 400 BCE!) where legend has it, they were the cherished canine of Chinese emperors. Talk about high praise…

Today, with their round faces, expressive eyes, and wrinkled brows, Pugs have an unmistakable appearance that screams "adorable and loving companion." But now the hard part: picking a Pug name.

When it comes to finding names for Pugs, it's important to find a name that paw-fectly matches their delightful characteristics and irresistible charm. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

10 of the best Pug names

As pet-naming pros, we know our stuff when it comes to Pug names. To make your search easier, we’ve handpicked the most popular options to whet your whistle…

• Max (Short for Maximus, meaning "greatest")
• Bella (Italian for "beautiful")
• Charlie (English name meaning "free man")
• Daisy (Flower name symbolizing innocence and purity)
• Rocky (Symbolizing strength and resilience)
• Luna (Latin for "moon")
• Oliver (Derived from Olaf, meaning "ancestor's relic")
• Lucy (Derived from Lucius, meaning "light")
• Milo (Derived from Miles, meaning "soldier" or "merciful")
• Penny (Diminutive of Penelope, meaning "weaver")

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Male Pug names

Use our list to find the paw-fect boy Pug name for your pooch who’s anything but pugnacious…

• Duke (Symbolizing nobility)
• Cooper (English occupational name for a barrel maker)
• Baxter (English occupational name for a baker)
• Teddy (Diminutive of Theodore, meaning "gift of God")
• Winston (English name meaning "joyful stone")
• Archie (Derived from Archibald, meaning "genuine and bold")
• Murphy (Derived from Murchadh, meaning "sea warrior")
• Bruno (Germanic name meaning "brown")
• Toby (Diminutive of Tobias, meaning "God is good")
• Oscar (Derived from Old English, meaning "spear of the gods")

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Female Pug names

Want Pug girl names? As we always say, you’re in the pug-fect place. We’ve gone for names that sound as sweet as your new pooch…

• Daisy (Flower name symbolizing innocence and purity)
• Bella (Italian for "beautiful")
• Coco (Derived from cocoa, a chocolate-related plant)
• Lily (Flower name symbolizing purity and beauty)
• Rosie (Diminutive of Rose, symbolizing love and beauty)
• Stella (Latin for "star")
• Mia (Meaning "moon" or "month")
• Ruby (Precious gemstone)
• Sadie (Derived from Sarah, meaning "princess" or "lady")
• Molly (Meaning “star of the sea”)

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Cute Pug names

Cuteness overload warning – these cute Pug names are sure to make you swoon on every walk and with every picture you take…

• Peanut (Symbolizing small size and cuteness)
• Nugget (Symbolizing small size and preciousness)
• Cupcake (Sweet and adorable)
• Marshmallow (Soft and squishy - like a pug!)
• Pippin (Small and playful)
• Muffin (Cute and sweet)
• Noodle (Funny and endearing)
• Biscuit (Delicious sweet treat)
• Sprinkle (Colorful and fun)
• Button (Small and cute)

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Unique Pug names

Want your Pug name to stand out from the rest? Despite their small stature, you can help your pooch rise from the ranks with one of these unique Pug names…

• Ziggy (Derived from Zigmund, meaning "victorious protection")
• Kiki (Short and unique name)
• Zephyr (Greek name meaning "west wind")
• Jet (Referring to the color black)
• Luna (Latin for "moon")
• Pixel (Symbolizing digital technology)
• Nala (Meaning "successful" or "beloved")
• Django (Inspired by the jazz musician, Django Reinhardt)
• Juno (Roman goddess associated with protection and fertility)
• Echo (Symbolizing reflection or repetition)

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Celebrity Pug names

Pugs are one of the most famous pooches on earth. So, why not pick a Pug name from one of these famous two-leggers?

• Elvis (Inspired by Elvis Presley)
• Oprah (Inspired by Oprah Winfrey)
• Bowie (Inspired by David Bowie)
• Coco (Inspired by Coco Chanel)
• Marley (Inspired by Bob Marley)
• Luna (Inspired by John Legend and Chrissy Teigen's dog)
• Frida (Inspired by Frida Kahlo)
• Winston (Inspired by Sir Winston Churchill)
• Gatsby (Inspired by The Great Gatsby)

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Funny Pug names

Pugs are guaranteed to make you smile: fact. Give your hilarious, lovable lapdog one of these punny, funny Pug names to make your cheeks hurt even more…

• Sir Snorts-a-Lot (Playful and humorous)
• Bark Twain (Pun on Mark Twain, author)
• Pugs Bunny (Playful reference to Bugs Bunny)
• Pugzilla (Funny combination of "pug" and "Godzilla")
• Wrinkles (Highlighting your pug's wrinkles)
• Bark Vader (Playful reference to Darth Vader)
• Sir Barksalot (Emphasizing a pug's barking tendencies)
• Pugglesworth (Funny and unique)
• Sir Snugglepug (Emphasizing your pug's snuggling nature)
• Baron von Puggleton (Humorous and regal)

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Black Pug names

Choose one of these black Pug names to help your dark and mysterious pooch feel as cool as the night sky…

• Shadow (Symbolizing darkness or mystery)
• Midnight (Referring to the time of day)
• Jet (Referring to the color black)
• Raven (Symbolizing a black bird)
• Onyx (Black gemstone)
• Ember (Referring to a small flame or burning coal)
• Coal (Referring to a lump of black coal)
• Noir (French word for "black")
• Sooty (Referring to black soot)
• Ebony (Referring to black wood or the color black)

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Pug names - tips

At last! We've completed our list of Pug names. You’ve hopefully found one that tickles your fancy, but if you're still feeling a bit uncertain, we've got some tips to help you out.

Before choosing a Pug name, consider your pup’s behavior and unique traits, and let that guide you. Are they playful and mischievous? Laid-back and chill? Choose a name that best reflects their paw-sonality.

We also recommend pondering their physical features. Pugs come in a variety of colors (ahh, beautiful), so you can play around with Pug names that suit their coat. A black Pug might rock a name like Jet or Midnight, while a fawn Pug could be called Nugget or Coco.

When it comes to choosing a name, simplicity is key. Go for a name that's easy to pronounce and to remember, both for you and your Pug (and your future house sitters!).

Lastly, try out different names for Pugs in your backyard and see how they feel. Practice calling your Pug over for treats, walks, or belly rubs. You'll soon discover which name sounds right for your family.

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