Adorable Dog Names

Introduction

Sometimes when choosing a dog name people look for something that speaks to their dog’s personality, heritage, or role in history. Other times owners look for something witty that showcases their cleverness. But some people want something that is just plain cute. Why not pick an adorable name that will have people going “d’aawwww,” each time you say your dog’s name? This will endear your pup to strangers and preserve the impression that he is still in puppyhood, long into his adult years.

Adorable Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog With An Adorable Name

Boo

There have been many adorable canines that have risen to popularity, especially in recent years as pet influencers have grown more and more prominent on social media.

One adorable dog that you are probably familiar with is Boo, the Pomeranian affectionately dubbed “The World’s Cutest Dog.” Boo rose to fame about 5 years ago on Facebook where his owner is an employee. Currently Boo has 17 million Facebook followers and has been the subject of two books. Boo: The Life of the World’s Cutest Dog, is a biography featuring photos of Boo living his best life, doing his favorite activities, and spending time with his friends. Boo: Little Dog in the Big City chronicles Boo’s adventures around town with his best friend, Buddy. On top of his books, Boo has also received brand partnerships, had a stuffed animal created in his likeness (who could resist that?!) and even been the subject of a death scandal! Despite Boo’s meteoric rise to fame, he seems to have remained grounded and updates his Facebook page frequently with lifestyle images of him spending time with his family. Boo’s name may not make literal sense, since there is literally nothing scary about him (other than how cute he is!) but that is part of what makes his name so delightful.

But Boo isn’t the only adorable family dog turned social media influencer that you’re likely to know. There’s also Marnie, the Shih-Tzu who is known for her long tongue, which is constantly hanging out. Marnie was rescued as a senior pup and now lives in New York City. Since her debut on Instagram in 2014, Marnie has gained over 2 million Instagram followers! She seems to enjoy dressing up in quirky costumes, which pushes her adorableness to the next level.

Two of the most adorable, and most noteworthy dogs in recent years have to be the Obama’s Portuguese Water Dogs, Bo and Sunny. Bo was the first pup to be adopted by the Obamas. Sasha and Malia deemed him Bo in honor of their maternal grandfather’s nickname “Diddley,” and the singer “Bo Diddley.” A few years later the Obamas added a second dog, Sunny, to the family. These two fluffy pups appeared in numerous photo ops, and family photos during their time in the White House. They are certainly photogenic! These days they’re sure to be enjoying life as everyday family dogs.

Adorable Dog Name Considerations

When picking an adorable name for your dog there are many aspects to consider. You can choose a name that reflects your pup’s personality, his appearance, his size, or even his breed! A small, feisty Terrier might be well suited to a name like Spike. I mean, what is more adorable than a bold name for a pint size pup? Consider names like Bruno, Hulk, Arnold, or anything else you might associate with a body builder. The irony is just too cute.

Any name associated with a cartoon character is sure to be endearing, particularly for larger dogs. Names like Clifford, Fozzy Bear, or Scooby remind some people of their favorite fictional characters, and subsequently their childhoods. Naming your pup after nostalgia will warm hearts to him immediately.

Of course, adorableness is a subjective term, so what is adorable to you may not be the same as what is appealing to others. For instance, some people love when dogs are named classic people names, like Kevin, while others think this is strange. At the end of the day it all depends on your personal tastes. But don’t be afraid to think outside the box! Here are some adorable suggestions to get you started.

Male Adorable Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
10	Gonzo Gonzo, goofy character from The Muppet Show
10	Rascal With a name this cute, you’ll never be able to hold mischievous behavior against your pup
9	Bruiser Bruiser, Chihuahua owned by Elle Woods in the movie Legally Blonde
9	Buzz A cute choice for a small, busy pup
8	Barkley An adorable pun for your pet’s name
8	Buster This classic dog name is completely charming
7	Snoopy America’s favorite cartoon dog from the comic strip Peanuts
7	Gary In honor of SpongeBob SquarePants’ adorable pet snail, Gary
6	Bones A dog’s affection for bones is charming so why not name him for it?
6	Snuffles The family dog from the TV show Rick and Morty has this adorable name
6	Gizmo The mischievous out of this world pet in the movie Gremlins
6	Gromit Faithful canine companion to Wallace on the show Wallace and Gromit
5	Goonie Inspired by the classic 80’s film The Goonies
5	Toto Dorothy’s adorable dog companion in The Wizard of Oz
5	Sparky A silly name fit for an animated dog
4	Fluffy Fluffy animals are just plain cute
4	Mr. Whiskers Adding a prefix to any name somehow makes it cuter!
3	Rupert Rupert Bear, subject of Rupert Bear comic strip by Mary Tourtel
3	Corduroy Corduroy bear is famous teddy bear character from children’s books
3	R2 The most adorable droid, R2-D2, from the Star Wars franchise
2	Buddy What could be more endearing than a faithful companion
2	Baggins Bilbo Baggins, lead character of the book The Hobbit is kind hearted and endearing
1	Grumpy Pups with naturally grumpy expressions are just irresistible
1	Wrinkles They’re anxiety inducing on people, but adorable on dogs
0	Scruffy You can’t go wrong with this classic, cute name
0	Snowball A fluffy white pup could easily be mistaken for one of these
0	Fetch A fun activity to engage in with your cute pup
-1	Buttons Something you might call a stuffed, animal makes an adorable name for a pup
-1	Tiny Equally adorable for big and small dogs
-1	Biscuits Nothing cuter than your dog's puppy dog eyes when hoping for a biscuit

Female Adorable Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
9	Darlin’ Inspired by the song “Oh! Darling” by The Beatles; a fitting name for the object of your affection
9	Nala A cute name in honor of the fearless character from The Lion King
8	Cookie There’s just something charming about animals named after food
8	Pumpkin An old-time term of endearment
7	Blossom Few things are as precious as baby flowers
7	LuLu You can’t go wrong with this classic, cute name
7	Coco In honor of Coco Chanel; ideal for a stylish pup
6	Paw Paw Paw Paw was one of the beloved Chow Chows owned by Gilmore Girls character, Michele Gerard
6	Bubbles Apt for an upbeat, affectionate dog
6	Bunny A cute name for a pup with an old soul
6	Daisy A lovely name for your best girl
5	Mittens An adorable name for your pup with markings on her paws
5	Princess You’ll definitely treat your adorable dog like a princess
4	Rosie Roses smell just as sweet as your dog’s personality
3	Cupcake If you have a sweet tooth you’ll love this name
3	BooBoo A common baby-talk phrase for injury, somehow becomes a delightful pet name
3	Penny A loveable classic name
2	Ramona Ramona Quimby is an adorable, accident-prone character in the Ramona series of novels by author Beverly Cleary
2	Fleur French for flower; this gives your adorable pup a sense of refinement
2	Freckles Perfect for a spotted pup
1	Snuggles What could be cuter than a snuggle buddy?
1	Angel Perfect for a gentle girl pup
1	Wags A sign of affection that is sure to put a smile on your face
1	Lola This cute name just rolls off the tongue
-1	Barbie Inspired by Miley Cyrus’s adorable pup by the same name
-1	Mindy It just sounds adorable!
-2	Agnes The charming young girl character from the movie Despicable Me
-3	Candy A sweet name for your loving pet
-4	Cindy Lou Cindy Lou Who is a precious character from Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
-4	Puppy There’s nothing cuter than a puppy, right?