Naming Your New Puppy: 30 Names to Put All Others to Shame
Posted by Hot Dog Collars on 01/19/17 3:03 PM
It’s a new year, and after months of looking online to find
the perfect four-legged fur monster for your family, you have found the cutest,
most precious pup waiting to be adopted at the local animal shelter. You swear
it, it’s like the puppy’s eyes in the photo posted online are pleading with you
to bring it into the fold and make it part of your forever family.
You call the shelter and set up an appointment to meet the
13-week-old lab mix. When the shelter volunteer brings the puppy out from the
back, you know that you have just met your new fur baby. The little one with
the floppy ears and giant paws needs a great name engraved on its
dog ID tag, but there are
just so many options—you have no idea where to start! Problem solved: start here.
Here are 30 names that’ll get you closer to naming your newest furry family
member.
Harper: Named for
the American literary great Harper Lee. Of Scottish origin, Harper was “someone
who played the harp.”
Hash: If your pup
loves to eat and sniffs at the ground like a truffle pig looking for scraps,
Hash is the perfect name for your new friend. Hash
means
“Finely chopped food.”
Hermes: Hermes
was a Greek god known for his agility and speed. The messenger to Zeus and the
other Greek gods, Hermes was the
patron god of athletes,
merchants and travelers. If your pup loves to go for a morning run and is
excellent at a game of fetch, Hermes should be its name!
Hodor: Named for
the loveable character of the pop culture HBO hit Game of Thrones, Hodor was a
self-sacrificing gentle giant.
Honor: For the
dog who obeys and is 100 percent loyal to its family, Honor is a name that
champions intelligence, kindness and loyalty.
Hudson: For the
handsome (yuppie) dog that loves a good swim, name it for the flowing
Hudson River in New York.
Iggy: Named for
the American singer-songwriter Iggy Pop, Iggy is the name for a pup with an
infectious personality.
India: For the
pure bred pup who will do more traveling with its human companion than most
people, India is a name of beauty, grace and culture.
Ira: Of Hebrew
origin, the name means “watchful.” Ira is an essential name for the dog that
guards the home and pays close attention to demands and other critters.
Iris: A
remarkably beautiful flower, Iris is a name for the furry little love bug in
your life who is calm, quiet and resilient.
Isis: Isis was
the Egyptian goddess of nature and the sky. The most powerful of all the
Egyptian goddesses, Isis is the name for the dog who loves being outside and
going on adventures.
Irma: Meaning
“God of War,” Irma is a name for the playful pup who loves a good game of
tug-of-war and wrestling with other dogs at the dog park.
Isla: Of Scottish origin, Isla means
“island.” Isla is the quintessential name for the dog who enjoys independence
and doesn’t need too much cuddle time.
Ivy: For the
jumper and hyper puppy, Ivy is a name that will tell others that your pup loves
attention and a good belly rub. Ivy is an evergreen climbing plant that thrives
in warm sunlight, much like your dog when you give it a scratch behind the
ears.
Jagger: Named for
the British rock singer of the Rolling Stones, the pup who gets this name is
one-of-a-kind (most likely your first dog) with a spritely personality and
bounds of energy.
Jarvis: Of Celtic origin, Jarvis
means “servant spear.” For the dog who rarely leaves your side and is happiest
lying at your feet, Jarvis is the name for a reliable and devoted pooch.
Jemima: Meaning
“little dove,” Jemima is an excellent name for the pup who gets a little
anxious at the sound of thunder and who likes children on a case-by-case basis.
Jesse: “A gift,”
Jesse is a good name for the dog who has changed your life for the better.
Jude: Of Hebrew origin, Jude means
“praised.” For the dog that works hard to make you proud puppy
pawrent!
Juno: Roman
mythology states that Juno is the wife of Jupiter, making her queen of the
heavens. The patron goddess of women and marriage, Juno would be a great name
for the dog who gets the whole family to sit and laugh at her quirks, like
barking at dogs on the T.V.
Kai: Of Greek
origin, Kai means “sea.” A wonderful name for the dog who sits poised and
possesses excellent motor body function, Kai is an athlete.
Karma: Of
Sanskrit origin, Karma means “actions are fate.” Karma will remind you to be
good to all creatures and to appreciate what you have—a loyal animal companion.
Kipling: An
English surname, Kipling was the surname of the Jungle Book author. A book about
courage, fealty and love, Kipling is the name for a pup who loves
unconditionally.
Koda: The Dakota Sioux word
for “friend” or “my little bear,” Koda would best suit the pup who is at home
with other dogs and even cats!
Krishna: Of Sanskrit origin, Krishna
is the Hindu god considered (by some Hindu traditions) to be the supreme god.
For the dog whose personality seems to shapeshift depending on whether they’re
at the dog park or the vet, Krishna is name that tells people the importance
your dog has in your life, and how the pup has changed
you.
Kyd: An
Anglo-Scottish surname, Kyd means “young goat.” The spelling of the word “kyd”
could be a play on “kid,” after all, how is your new puppy not one of your own,
right?
Krypto: Known as Superdog,
Krypto is Superman’s pet dog. For the therapy dog that helps to make you feel
good, naming it after a superhero is a great way to show your appreciation of
its efforts.
Leif: Of
Scandinavian origin, Leif means “descendant.” For many dog owners, our pups are
family members, Leif is the name for the pup who fit right in from the very
beginning.
Lila: Of Arabic
origin, Lila means “night.” For the calm and careful mutt, Lila is a name
that’s beautiful, wistful and sweet.
Lincoln: Most
associated with Honest Abe, Lincoln is the name for a dog who can do no wrong,
even when it digs a hole in your prized tulip patch.
Who knew your dog’s name could be more than Spot, right? For
more name suggestions and doggie apparel needs, visit
Hot Dog Collars.