Alaskan Malamute Dog Names

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Introduction

The Alaskan Malamute is a large and beautiful dog breed that is part of the Spitz family; which includes the Chow Chow, Akita, Siberian Husky, and much more. Originally bred by the Inuit people, the Alaskan Malamute is a native breed of Alaska as their name suggests. The dogs were designed as helpers for the Inuits and performed jobs such as keeping the people warm, pulling their sleds, and helping hunters seek out animals for food. There is no doubt that based on their history and genes, the Alaskan Malamute is known as one of the most ancient breeds in existence. Because of their close relationship with the Inuit people- where everyone's survival depended on a firm foundation of trust, Malamutes have always been the people's dog and love being around humans. Although the Malamute can be independent and a bit stubborn at times, the breed is truly amazing and a perfect fit for those who want a genuinely sweet companion for life.

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Alaskan Malamute Dog Name Considerations

When choosing a name for an Alaskan Malamute, the most obvious choice would be to search for one that exists within the Inuit language. From the religion to just the everyday language, there is a multitude of interesting and unique names that are just waiting to find their way into a Malamute's title. If you do not like the way that some of the Inuit names are pronounced, there are a lot of great ways to shorten the names to have easier (and just as lovely) pronunciations. 

A few examples of female names for an Alaskan Malamute may be Umiaktorvik (or Umia), Nuvua, or the the most well-known Inuit goddess Sedna; all of which are lively, unique, and gorgeous. For males, there are equally awesome titles to choose from, such as Sila who is the Inuit god of weather, Anju, or Toklo. These monikers have a strong, yet playful, resonance to them and may be an excellent fit for Malamutes of all personalities types. Due to the fact that Alaskan Malamutes are quite large and striking dogs ( reaching up to 100 lbs full grown) there is no doubt that any name chosen for one should be just as unique and wonderful as the breed themselves are. 

Male Alaskan Malamute Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
2
Nanouk
"Polar bear" in Inuit
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Yura
Inuit name for "one who is beautiful"
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Narrssuk
Inuit god of the West Wind
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Aput
"Snow" in Inuit
-2
Kallik
"Lightning" in Inuit
-2
Tornarssuk
Could be "Tornar" for short and known as the Inuit Polar Bear god
-2
Pana
Inuit god who cares for the souls of those in the underworld
-2
Pompeja
Inuit god of the East Wind
-2
Anju
A name of Indian origin that means "blessing"
-2
Siqiniq
Inuit word for "the sun"
-2
Taqtu
Inuit word for "kidney"
-2
Tiguaak
Inuit for "the adopted child"
-2
Ujurak
Inuit word for "rock"
-2
Tonraq
Inuit name meaning "tiny man"
-3
Cupun
"Coal" in Inuit
-3
Unga
The aquatic shepherd for the sea goddess Sedna
-3
Ikiaq
"Red Spruce" in Inuit
-3
Kinak
Mountain sized Inuit god of the North Wind
-3
Kataum
The sentinel who guards the doorway of Sedna's home
-3
Sila
The Inuit god of weather
-3
Nuniq
Another Inuit name that means "polar bear"
-3
Yutu
Inuit name that means "to claw"
-3
Tatqim
The Inuit moon god
-3
Panuk
Inuit name for "island"
-3
Qimmiq
Inuit work for "dog"
-3
Yotimo
A word for a yellow jacket that was used to carry pieces of meat from one place to another
-3
Toklo
Inuit name meaning" he who is spontaneous and versatile"
-3
Tootega
An Inuit deity in the form of an old woman who could walk on water
-3
Yoskolo
Inuit for" breaking off sugar-pine cones"
-3
Tulok
Inuit for "warrior or god of the stars"

Female Alaskan Malamute Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
3
Yuka
"Bright star" in Inuit
2
Uki
"Survivor" in Inuit
1
Alasie
"She who is honest and noble" in Inuit
0
Hitty
Inuit word for "hyena"
-1
Akna
Goddess of fertility and childbirth in the Inuit religion
-1
Sativa
A popular Alaskan name
-2
Ahnah
"A wise woman" in Inuit
-2
Amka
"One with a friendly spirit" in Inuit
-2
Karis
A Greek name that means "grace"
-2
Asiaq
Goddess of good weather in Inuit culture
-2
Jissika
The Inuit form of Jessica, which means "rich, God beholds"
-2
Taia
A name of Japanese origin meaning "valley field"
-2
Yacine
An Arabic name
-2
Katsitsanóron
Or "Katsi" for short, this name means "precious flower" in Inuit
-2
Seqinek
Inuit goddess of the sun
-2
Tapasuma
The Inuit goddess of the afterlife
-2
Pukimna
Inuit goddess of caribou
-2
Nunam
Inuit goddess of the Earth
-2
Sedna
The most celebrated Inuit goddess, ruler of the sea
-2
Arnaaluk
Inuit for "big woman"
-2
Kireama
Inuit name meaning "a hill"
-2
Meriwa
Inuit name that means "thorn"
-2
Anjij
The Inuit form of "Anne" which means "grace"
-2
Nuliajuk
"Woman with a fin" in Inuit
-2
Alornerk
Inuit for "under feet"
-2
Nuvua
A fictional name that was featured in "The Journey Home"
-2
Uukkarnit
Uukka for short, this Inuit name means "calved ice"
-2
Tanaraq
Name of Tundra's granddaughter
-2
Umiaktorvik
Can be shortened to Umi or Umia and means "river" in Inuit
-2
Tapeesa
"Arctic flower" in Inuit

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