Introduction
Dog Names Ending in 'son' in Pop Culture
If you love large dogs, then you surely know about Gibson the Great Dane! Gibson was named the "World's Tallest Dog" in 2004. He was born in 2002 and died in 2009, as Great Danes do not generally have long life spans. This Harlequin Great Dan lived in California in the Grass Valley.
Gibson was 180 pounds and, when standing, had a height of a whopping 42.2 inches, according to the famous world-record book. Gibson was well known in the therapeutic dog community, as he was a therapy dog. He was also quite the star, as he appeared on television on several shows, such as Ellen, Oprah, and The Tonight Show. Also, if you remember the commercial for ForeverLawn, advertising their popular K9-Grass, you may remember seeing him, as he was the company's official "spokesperson", or "spokes-dog".
Gibson has been featured in a biography all about his special self, called Gibson Speaks: The World's Tallest Dog Talks about his Life. While many Great Danes and other large dog breeds live a shorter life-span (approximately 9-12 years), Gibson lived seven fulfilling years that were cut short due to bone cancer. In 2009, his owner received the news that he would have to have one leg amputated due to the disease, and even after the procedure and chemotherapy, the cancer spread throughout several parts of his body. His owner chose to have him end the suffering at the tender age of seven.
Another famous dog with the name ending in "son" was Lord Nelson. This Sheepdog was quite well-known in the 1960's. He starred in The Doris Day Show as well as the television show called Please Don't Eat the Daisies! He was also featured in the popular television show My Three Sons. You may remember the late 1960's movie called 80 Steps to Jonah, about a man on the run taking refugee in a blind children's summer camp. Lord Nelson appeared in that as well.
What about the name Jason for a dog? The famous model for the shoe brand, known as Hush Puppies, is a Basset Hound named Jason. Hush Puppies has always used a dog to be featured with their brand, and Jason the Basset is one of their most recent. Also, he has been such a popular model that many people simply call Basset Hounds...Hush Puppies! When you take a look at him, you may see why the brand sells so many shoes!
Dog Names Ending in 'son' Considerations
Another thing you may want to look at when naming your dog is the origin of the name. If you have adopted or purchased a pup that is extremely notable and handsome, then a name like Stetson may be the perfect fit (remember the Stetson man?). If you now have a new dog that is simply delightful to be around, then Anson, which means "divine" may be a good fit. Although most names ending in "son" have the meaning of "son of..." that is okay. This was back when the names were surnames of long ago. Today these names make ideal first names.
Sometimes just looking at and spending time with your dog will cause you to be able to naturally come up with a name perfect for him or her. Looking over a name list and then spending time with your new companion will help you to come up with the perfect name. You can take time to name the dog, and if you wish to change an adopted dog's name, that is fine as well!
Male Dog Names Ending in 'son'
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Henderson
A derivative of the common name Henry, this name is of Scottish origin
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Anderson
Anderson originates from Scandinavia, and can be shortened to Andy or Andrew; it has a meaning of "son of Anders", or "manly"
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Benson
Benson means "son of Benne" or "son of the blessed one" and is derived from the English
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Dennison
Can be shortened to Dennis, this name is traced back to the English, meaning "son of Dennis"
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Dawson
Meaning "son of David", Dawson is of English origin
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Colson
Known as the "son of Nicholas", Colson has Greek and English roots
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Edison
Meaning "son of Edward" or "son of Edie" this masculine name is of English origin
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Garrison
Has a middle-English origin, meaning "protector" and "stronghold"
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Jefferson
Meaning "son of Jeffrey", this English name has a famous president that had the same!
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Harrison
Harrison has an English meaning, which is "son of Harry", think of Prince Harry or even George Harrison
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Nelson
Nelson is a proud name and also a heroic one, meaning "son of Neil", and you may think of Nelson Mandela when you hear this one
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Patterson
Meaning "son of Pat", this has a Irish origin, and may be shortened to Pat; bring out the green four-leaf clover collar!
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Ronson
Scottish for "son of Ronald", you may adapt to Ronny or Ron, although Ronson itself is super cool
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Mason
Mason is French in origin and means "stone worker"; any working or sporting breed would match this perfectly
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Samson
Samson is Hebrew for "like the Son", and can also be shortened to Sam or Sammy
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Stetson
An English name for "son of Stephen" it is hard to not remember the Western tough, rugged cowboy and the cologne
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Watson
Watson is English for "son of Walter"; remember Sherlock Holmes' trusty helper?
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Thompson
More unique than Tom or Thomas, Thompson is English for"son of Thomas"
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Simpson
Of English origin and meaning "son of Simon", Simpson is a well-known surname that is neat for a first-name
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Nicholson
English for "son of Nicholas", you may shorten the name to Nick, although Nicholson has a nice ring to it
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Tennyson
Inspired by Alfred the poet (remember Lord Tennyson?) this name is English for "son of Dennis"
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Jason
A typical name for a boy, Jason is a unique name for a dog; it is of Greek origin, meaning "healer"
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Pearson
This may remind you of the former James Bond (Pierce); English for "son of Peter"
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Addison
English for "son of Adam", this can also be used for a female pup
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Erickson
Scandinavian for "son of Eric", can be shortened if you wish to Eric
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Ferguson
Celtic origin meaning "man of vigor" or "vigorous"
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Gibson
Gibson has an English origin, meaning "son of Gilbert"
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Hudson
A medieval English name, Hudson means "son of Hugh"
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Tilson
Of German origin, Tilson means "ruler of the people".
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Woodson
Woodson is of English origin, meaning "from the woods"
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Female Dog Names Ending in 'son'
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Emmerson
Emmerson (or Emerson) is a name meaning "brave" or "powerful"; it is of German origin meaning "son of Emery"
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Addison
Addison is of Old English origin, and means "son of Adam"
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Madison
Of English origin, this name can mean "gift of God" or "strong fighter"
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Allison
Allison is of Greek origin meaning "truth"
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Payson
Of English origin, Payson means "son of peace"
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Ellison
A longer form of "Ellie", Ellison is English for "son of Elder"
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Grayson
Meaning "son the the gray-haired one", Grayson makes an adorable name for a girl
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Dawson
English for "son of David", Dawson can work for a female and male name
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Crimson
Crimson would make a nice name for a red-haired pup, it means "bold" and "daring"
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Season
A lovely Latin name meaning "fertile"
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Everson
Hebrew for "Eve" this surname makes a trendy first name
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Keirson
For a pup with a dark coat; Keirson means "dark-haired" or "black-haired" and is of Irish origin
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Marison
Meaning "poised" and "gracious", Marison is a fancy version of Mary Sue
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Annyson
Annyson is derived from the Anglo-Saxon name "Agnes", think "Agnes Dei", or Lamb of God; it means "pure and Holy".
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Callison
A longer and fancier form of "Callie"
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Danison
Meaning "son of Daniel", Danison is of English descent and a popular surname from the Norman Conquest
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Janson
Derived from "Johannes", Janson is Scandinavian for "son of Jan"
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Jenason
A variation of "Jenson" or "Jennifer", Jenason has a meaning of "son of Jens", and it comes from the German and Danish
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Kerrison
Meaning "spear-brave", it is related to the Baptismal name of Garrison
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Millison
A form of "Millicent", Millison can be also shortened to "Millie"
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Riverson
River has Northern French roots, and Riverson can be used as a variation of River, meaning "happy-go-lucky"
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Ericson
A variation of "Erikson" or "Ellison", Ericson is very rare and unique
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Karson
German, meaning "free-man" or "son of marsh-dwellers"
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Kenson
Has a meaning of "good-natured", Kenson is a variation of Henson, Jenson, and Ken
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Briarson
Instead of "Briar", you can make it longer with a little more zing; Briarson is a variation of "Brian" or "Ryerson"
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Avason
A variation of "Ava", the meaning of this name is Latin for "bird" or "free one"
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Candisson
A cute name and more fancy than the popular dog name "Candy"
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Tennison
A Middle-English name meaning "Son of Dennis"; also spelled Tennyson
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Raddison
A different version of "Addison", Raddison is of French origin
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Rayson
From the Norman name of "Ralph", Rayson is a unique name for a girl or boy
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Written by Beth Hedrick
Published: 03/15/2018, edited: 01/30/2020
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