Introduction
Selecting what breed of dog best matches your lifestyle can be quite a struggle. Dog lovers normally have different preferences when it comes to dogs. In terms of physical appearance, some people prefer gentle-looking dogs over tough-looking dogs or vice versa, while others simply seek unique features in a dog. If you fall under the latter part, a Bull Terrier may be the perfect match for you. The most distinctive characteristic of Bull Terriers is their egg-shaped head that resembles a football. This feature makes them easily recognizable among other dogs. Aside from that, they are also the only known breed that have triangular eyes. If you are looking to own one, take note of the nature of this breed. Bull Terriers become muscular and powerful over time, so obedience training is a must. With proper care, training, and socialization, the Bull Terrier can become a loyal, joyful and affectionate family dog.
Bull Terrier Dog Names in Pop Culture
After appearing in numerous films, commercials, comic strips, and advertisements, the Bull Terrier is, without a doubt, an iconic dog breed. Bull Terriers have made appearances in countless films, including the classic short-film Frankenweenie, The Mask, It’s a Dog’s Life, Babe: Pig in the City, Baxter, Next Friday and The Great Gatsby, to name a few.
Apart from the aforementioned films, Bull Terriers have also been featured in literary novels. One of the earliest examples of Bull Terriers in literature is Bull’s Eye, from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. In the novel, the main antagonist William “Bill” Sikes owns a Bull Terrier named Bull’s Eye. Bull’s Eye is the evil alter ego of Bill Sikes. He is a depicted as a muscular, vicious, and brutal canine that bullies anyone and is feared throughout London. The dog’s behavior is a perfect representation of his owner - Bull’s Eye has a short temper and is willing to harm anyone, just as his villainous master. At one point in the novel, Bill Sikes’ himself started to realize that his dog’s behavior is a reflection of himself and tried to drown the dog as a desperate attempt to run away from his true self. In the novel, Bull’s Eye died not long after his master. With Oliver Twist becoming an instant classic, Bull’s Eye became one of the most recognizable Bull Terriers to ever be featured in a literary work.
Another piece of literature that features Bull Terriers are those by Chris Van Allsburg, a famous writer and illustrator. Some of these works include Jumanji and The Polar Express. In his books, Allsburg always inserts an illustration of a Bull Terrier, who is named “Fritz”. George Eliot’s novel, entitled “The Mill on the Floss”, also featured a Bull Terrier named “Mumps”.
In addition to these fictional works, lots of prominent individuals have also taken a liking to the Bull Terrier. For instance, Princess Anne, who is the only daughter of Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II, has been spotted and photographed numerous times with her Bull Terrier. A number of musicians own Bull Terriers as a pet, including pop start Taylor Swift, singer and guitarist Eric Clapton, Oasis’ lead singer Liam Gallagher and Metallica’s lead guitarist Kirk Hammett. Famous actors and actresses like Jane Birkin, John Bishop and Tom Hardy also have pet Bull Terriers.
With all the hype surrounding the breed, the Bull Terrier has solidified its status as one of the most sought-after dog breeds in the world.
Bull Terrier Dog Name Considerations
Thinking of a dog name is just as hard as choosing a dog. In general, dogs pay attention to the first syllable of any word. For that reason, it is most sensible to choose a dog name that is no more than two syllables. This will help your dog recognize and remember its name without much difficulty.
Another factor to consider when thinking of what to name your dog is their physical appearance. What’s their color? What’s their size? Do they look gentle or tough? Ask yourself those questions and take them into consideration before totally settling on a specific name. As it is, Bull Terriers possess several unique characteristics and are very special dogs, so it would be fitting to give them a name that sounds one-of-a-kind. There are two kinds of Bull Terriers: white and colored. If you happen to choose a white variant, it would make sense to choose a unique name that relates to the color white. For example, the name “Kaya” means “pure” in Greek and would be a fitting name for your female, white Bull Terrier. These are just few of the many considerations that can help you pick a name your Bull Terrier.
Male Bull Terrier Dog Names
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3 |
Milo
Spanish name meaning “favored”
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2 |
Copper
A reddish material; good for Bull Terriers with reddish coat
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1 |
Hades
The god of the underworld in Greek Mythology
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1 |
Major
A high-ranking officer in the army, symbolizes power
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0 |
Vito
Means “full of life” in Spanish
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0 |
Kai
Means “from the sea” in Hawaiian
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0 |
Bandit
An outlaw
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0 |
Bear
A four-legged mammal; cute name for a pet dog
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0 |
Kenny
Gaelic name meaning “good looking”
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Jester
Someone who makes jokes
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-1 |
Kuzma
Means “harmony” in Greek
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-1 |
Hani
Means “happy” in Hawaiian
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-1 |
Rio
Means “river” in Spanish
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-1 |
Enok
Means “faithful” in Danish
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-1 |
Draco
Means “dragon” in Greek
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-2 |
Argus
Greek name meaning “watchful"
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-2 |
Pochi
Italian name meaning “masculine”
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-2 |
Einar
Means “one who fights alone” in Danish
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-2 |
Anjo
Means “angel” in Portugese
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-2 |
Gael
Means “generous leader” in French
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-2 |
Fyodor
Means “powerful ruler” in Russian
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-2 |
Pasha
Means “small and humble” in Russian
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-2 |
Elan
Means “friendly” in Native American
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-2 |
Colum
Means “a dove” in Latin
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-2 |
Farrin
Means “blacksmith” in French
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-2 |
Perseus
Means “one who destroys” in Greek
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-2 |
Cato
Means “clever” in Latin
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-2 |
Gaspar
Means “king of the treasure” in Persian
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-2 |
Jesse
Hebrew name meaning “a gift”
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-2 |
Ethan
Hebrew name meaning “strong”
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Female Bull Terrier Dog Names
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2 |
Clio
Means “celebrate” in Greek
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1 |
Kaya
Means “pure” in Greek
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1 |
Elva
Means “white” in Irish; perfect for white Bull Terriers
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0 |
Luna
Italian name meaning "moon"
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Zara
“Princess” in Russian
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Ida
Means “hardworking woman” in German
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-1 |
Kora
Means “maiden” in Greek
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-1 |
Una
Gaelic term meaning “one”
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-1 |
Eira
Means “snow” in Welsh; good for white Bull Terriers
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-2 |
Filia
Means "daughter" in Latin
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-2 |
Sada
“Pure one” in Japanese
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-2 |
Marva
Means “wonder” or “miracle” in French
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-2 |
Dior
Means “golden” in French; good for Bull Terriers with fawn coat
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-2 |
Cheryl
Means “darling” in French
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-2 |
Della
German name meaning “noble”
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-2 |
Jinx
A type of magic charm
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-2 |
Sassy
Cheeky, one who has a lot of sass; good for playful female Bull Terriers
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-2 |
Trix
Pet version of “Beatrice”, which is a Latin name meaning “voyager through life”
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-2 |
Lucky
Someone who is fortunate
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-3 |
Hera
Means “defender” in Greek
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-3 |
Alva
Means “brightness” in Hebrew
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-3 |
Vana
Means “ultimate bliss” in Indian
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-3 |
Dulce
Means “sweet daughter” in Spanish
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-3 |
Rena
Means “joyous” in Hebrew
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-3 |
Calla
Means “beautiful” in Greek
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-3 |
Esme
Means “beloved one” in French
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-3 |
Gemma
Means “jewel” in Latin
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-3 |
Pax
Means “peace” in Latin
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-3 |
Sparky
Animated or lively
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Lana
Gaelic name meaning “rock”
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Community Dogs With Bull Terrier Names
Lilly was born at Easter. She is a white bull terrier with black skin spots. It was a perfect name for her.
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