Dexter Dog Names

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Introduction

Running from 2006 to September 2013, the Showtime series Dexter was the television embodiment of a character created by author Jeff Lindsay. Dexter, the lead character, is a blood spatter analyst by day and a serial killer by night. Dexter, traumatized by the murder of his mother, which he witnessed first-hand, is adopted by the police officer who found him submerged in blood. As Dexter grows into manhood, his adoptive father, Harry, begins to see the darkness in Dexter. Harry begins teaching Dexter how to literally get away with murder; however, Dexter must commit to only killing men that he confirms are linked to despicable crimes. In this way, Dexter becomes a hero of sorts. The dark hero became a fan favorite, and the show is quite popular on Netflix. Many fans see Dexter as a hero, and may want to honor their fandom by naming their favorite four-legged companion after a character on the show.

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Dexter Dog Name Considerations

Even though viewers know that Dexter is a cold-blooded killer, his desire to only do harm to those whom he can prove are truly evil makes Dexter a folk hero in a sense. He could be described as a vigilante of sorts. Throughout history, people such as Billy the Kid have become romanticized. Batman is a comic book superhero, yet he is also merely operating as a vigilante. Dexter is trained by his adoptive father, Harry, to fully vet potential victims. Viewers come to feel a kinship with Dexter, not because he is a killer, but because he rids his world of evil-doing "bad guys." 

Of course, Dexter must have evil opponents, and there is a laundry list of hardened criminals which serve as formidable opponents of our hero. Names such as Trinity, Rudy, Travis, and Chase represent just a few of Dexter's enemies. Because these names represent strong characters with a dark side, these names might fit a large dog known for toughness, such as a Pit Bull Terrier or a Rottweiler. 

Of course, if you like the heroines of the series, you could always stick with Deb, Lumen, or Rita. These names would fit any four-legged female canine companion. Dexter and Deb's family name, Morgan, fits any sweet canine friend. Whatever name you choose from the Dexter series, as a fan, you can't go wrong. 

Male Dexter Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
7
Sam
Refers to Brother Sam, a friend of Dexter's
7
Miguel
As in Miguel Prado, assistant district attorney with a dark side
7
Jonah
Arthur Mitchell's son, this name fits a brave and courageous dog
6
Rudy
Brian Moser's pseudonym
5
Harry
Dexter's adoptive father, a great name for a Golden Retriever
5
Mike
As in Mike Anderson, a detective on Dexter's team; Mike is a great name for a Labrador Retriever
4
Arthur
Refers to Arthur Mitchell, the Trinity Killer; this name would fit a Hound dog
4
Chase
Refers to criminal mastermind Jordan Chase
4
Wolf
Refers to Ellen Wolf, who was killed by Miguel Prado
4
Desmond
Desmond Harrington, actor who plays Joey Quinn
3
Joey
Refers to Joey Quinn, a detective who works with Dexter
3
Travis
Travis Marshall, the Doomsday Killer
3
Doakes
As in James Doakes, chief protagonist in Dexter Season 1
3
Bennett
Rita's last name before marrying Dexter; this name is great for a small dog
3
Maxwell
First name of the actor who plays young Dexter
3
Preston
Actor who played Cody Bennett, this name fits a Yorkie or Maltipoo
3
Max
As in Max Adams, the FBI director
3
Jorge
Also known as George Washington King, antagonist in Season Three
2
Batista
As in Angel Batista, a detective on Dexter's team
2
Masuka
Forensic analyst, Dexter's co-worker
2
Gellar
Professor James Gellar served as an influence for the Doomsday Killer
2
Quinn
Refers to Joey Quinn, a detective and also a romantic interest of Deb
2
Gabriel
Deb's love interest in Season 2; this name fits a sweet, angelic dog
1
Harrison
Dexter's son, Harry's namesake
0
Dexter
The lead character of the television series; this name is perfect for a mischievous pup
0
Antoine
A criminal informant who has a romantic relationship with Deb, Dexter's sister
-1
Frank
FBI agent who assists the department in capturing the Ice Truck Killer
-1
Brian
Brian Moser, Dexter's biological brother, also a serial killer
-1
Colin
Colin Hanks played the role of the Doomsday Killer
-3
Cody
Dexter's step-son, this name is great for a Husky

Female Dexter Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
6
Lily Anne
Dexter and Rita's daughter (featured only in the books)
5
Jamie
Jamie Batista, Detective Batista's sister and Harrison's nanny
5
Nadia
Romantic interest of Quinn in Season 7
5
Evelyn
Evelyn Vogel, a psychiatrist who works with the Miami Metro police department
5
Holly
Escaped the Doomsday Killer
5
Angel
As in Angel Batista, this name is perfect for a small Maltese or Miniature Poodle
5
Laura
Laura Moser, Dexter's biological mother
4
Liddy
As in Stan Liddy, a corrupt police officer who almost exposes Dexter
4
Cira
A young police officer who assists Homicide in catching the Fuentes brothers
4
Kara
A romantic interest of Sgt. James Doakes
4
Mary
Dexter's first and only female victim
3
Jenny
Refers to Jennifer Carpenter, who plays Deb
3
Yuki
Portrays an Internal Affairs officer; this name would fit a Shiba Inu or a Japanese Chin
3
Sonya
Harrison's Irish nanny
2
Lumen
Lumen Pierce, Dexter's accomplice in Season 3
2
Astor
Dexter's step-daughter, this name fits a small, curious pup
2
Camilla
Camilla Figg, family friend of the Morgans; she helped Harry cover up Dexter's past
2
Sally
Arthur Mitchell's wife; this name fits a medium-sized dog with a devoted heart
1
Rita
Dexter's wife; Rita would fit a sweet, lovable pup
1
Hannah
Dexter's accomplice in Season 6
1
Maria
As in Maria LaGuerta, the lieutenant and head of the Homicide department
0
Lila
Dexter's love interest who eventually becomes an antagonist in Season 1
0
Sylvia
Miguel Prado's wife; this name would fit an elegant dog
0
Maura
Rita Bennett's mother
-1
Niki
Masuka's daughter who also works in the lab with Dexter
-1
Esme
Replaced LaGuerta as lieutenant in Season 1
-1
Julia
Julia Stiles played the part of Lumen Pierce in Season 5
-1
Nina
Angel Batista's first wife; this name is befitting of a Chihuahua
-1
Barbara
Batista's love interest in Season 3; this name is befitting of a Beagle
-2
Deb
Dexter's adopted sister, she is also a detective
-2
Angie
A recurring character who works with the Miami Metro police department

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