Classic Disney Dog Names

Introduction

Disney is a huge part of many people's lives, whether they have children or not. People love Disney because it represents an escape from the high stresses of reality and reminds us our childhood. People also love Disney because it is a way for families to connect with each other over something that makes them happy. Choosing a Disney themed dog name is something many people do for their new canine family members for the same reasons. Dogs are a source of happiness and family for us and giving them a name based on a classic Disney character helps us feel all the more happy.

Classic Disney Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Classic Disney Dog

Pluto

When it comes to classic Disney dog names, no other dog is more famous that Pluto the Pup. Pluto is part of Disney's sensational six and made his debut to the world in 1930 as Minnie Mouse's pet bloodhound, named Rover. The same year, Pluto, the celestial body and now deemed dwarf planet, was discovered and Walt Disney renamed Rover as Pluto as well and Mickey Mouse's dog in honor of the discovery. Pluto has grown in popularity is one of the most recognized cartoon dogs. Today, Pluto is considered a mixed breed with a yellow to orange coat and black ears.

A less well-known but classic Disney dog name is Dodger. Dodger the Dog, voiced by Billy Joel in Oliver and Company, is was a streetwise stray dog that reluctantly brought Oliver, a stray kitten, under his paw. Dodger is a scruffy Jack Russell Terrier and makes for a great subtle Disney name for people wanting to recall some of their own childhood Disney favorites. Dodger's name is based on Charles Dickens's character, Artful Dodger in Oliver Twist, a streetwise child pickpocket who becomes Oliver Twist's best friend. The story of Oliver and Company is a musical adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens's novel. Dodger, as a dog's name, is a reference to both the Disney dog as well as Dickens's character.

Finally, Max, which is one of the most popular dog names for males dogs without reference to Disney, is also a famous Disney dog. Max is Prince Eric's faithful Old English Sheepdog in The Little Mermaid. He is a loving and loyal dog who often appears more in-touch with situations and story plots in the movie than Prince Eric. Max's name does not appear to be based on a previous character or be anything more than a popular name. However, given the popularity of this name for a dog over the years, it is not surprising that Disney chose the name for The Little Mermaid.

Disney dogs, whether they are main characters or sidekicks and minor characters, are a big part of Disney culture and subsequently, pop culture. Many people choose to give their dogs Disney inspired names based on some of these classic dogs as well as other characters in the Disney pantheon. The rise in popularity of certain names may correspond with the release or re-release of Disney classics but for dog names like Pluto, the character, disposition, and nostalgia is an ever-fixed part of pop culture.

Classic Disney Dog Name Considerations

When it comes to naming your dog a classic Disney name, you should consider the character's disposition and whether you believe your dog's personality, looks, or breed match the character. Also, many classic Disney names are from dog characters, such as Pongo. Pongo was the father Dalmatian in 101 Dalmatians and was a Dalmatian himself. While any dog, including female dogs, can easily bear the name Pongo, most diehard Disney fans will only select this name for a Dalmatian.

A similar consideration might be taken for couples Disney names. For example, naming your dog Mickey is the ultimate ode to Disney but would be a perfect fit for a pair of dogs with Minnie as the other name. Mickey and Minnie, as names, also go far better with smaller dogs that have black in their coats, such as a black-coated Pug or French Bulldog. Larger dogs can bear these names, but keep in mind that Mickey and Minnie are mice. Owners of large dogs might want to play to the strength of classic Disney characters and choose names of physically strong and large characters, such as Simba, Pete, and Baloo. Above all, owners who wish to name their dog after a classic Disney inspired character will consider their favorite Disney personalities and fit for their dog.

Male Classic Disney Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
9	Walt Disney, himself
9	Pluto Mickey's dog and part of the Sensational Six
6	Olaf Elsa's animated snowman
6	Max An Old English Sheepdog who sometimes has more sense then his princely owner, Eric
6	Copper A hound dog who befriends a fox
6	Abu A feisty monkey with quick hands
5	Dodger A rascally Jack Russell Terrier
5	Jock A Scottish Terrier who is highly protective of his friends and his bones
4	Bert Winds from the east bring his friend back
4	Mowgli A scrawny man cub who is raised by wolves and best friends with a bear
4	Baloo A friend bear that teach Mowgli the bear necessities of life
4	Tramp A scoundrel of a dog who falls for the lovely Lady
4	Arthur A gangley sword in the stone wrenching boy called Wart who becomes the most famous King of England
3	Bolt A dog with superpowers
3	Pete Sometimes seem with a peg-leg, Pete is a big dog
3	Robin A cunning fox who steals from the rich to give to the poor
3	Simba A prideful lion who becomes King
3	Flynn An outlaw on the run who's bested by a frying pan wielding princess
2	Archimedes A wise yet pessimistic owl companion to Merlin
2	Trusty A Bloodhound who nose is as good as his grand pappy, Old Reliable
2	Gus One of Cinderella's mice who tends to over eat
1	Gepetto A puppet maker who would go into the belly of a whale for his son
1	Mickey Disney's most famous mouse
1	Marlin A wizard who believes in brain over brawn
0	Pongo The father Dalmatian in 101 Dalmatians
-1	Pumbaa He might smell a little
-1	Oliver A New York City kitten who becomes streetwise
-2	Buzz Plans to go beyond infinity
-4	Rajah Jasmine's pet tiger

Female Classic Disney Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
8	Minnie One of Disney's Sensational Six and Mickey's gal
8	Lilo A cute and small alien with large eyes and ears
5	Peg A scoundrel loving Shih Tzu Maltese hybrid also know as a Mal-Shi from Lady and the Tramp
4	Babette A beautiful French maid known for her plumage
4	Alice A curious girl who falls down the rabbit hole
3	Flora One of Sleeping Beauty's fairy godmothers who gifts her with beauty
3	Bianca Meaning white, she is leading lady mouse in the Rescuers
3	Daisy One of the Sensational Six and Donald Duck's lady friend
3	Nala A powerful lioness and Simba's match
2	Olivia A sweet, rambunctious, and brave mouse from The Great Mouse Detective
2	Giselle A New York City Princess
2	Willow A wise woman and grandmother to Pocahontas
1	Merryweather One of Sleeping Beauty's fairy godmothers
1	Jessie A tough cowgirl in Toy Story
1	Elsa The Ice Queen with chilling magical powers
1	Tink Tinkerbell's nickname and one feisty fairy
0	Moana A Polynesian princess who can keep up with the demigod, Maui
0	Marian A young maiden and lovely fox in Robin Hood
0	Briar Rose Sleeping Beauty's other name
0	Anna An energetic and sometimes naive princess
0	Lady A classically beautiful Cocker Spaniel who steal's Tramp's heart
0	Cindy A reference to Cinderella, who has tiny feet
-1	Aurora A princess who sleeps during most of her story
-1	Rosie A motherly black widow spider
-1	Dinah Alice's sweet kitten in Alice in Wonderland
-1	Celia This Monsters Inc monster is quick to anger but settles down just as fast
-1	Poppin A reference to Mary Poppins
-1	Cleo Geppetto's pet fish he considers part mermaid because she is so beautiful
-2	Clarabelle An absentminded cow and best friend to Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck
-2	Belle A bookish princess who is different from the rest