Dog Names Meaning Protector

Introduction

From the biggest breed to the smallest, dogs are extremely loyal and show that fidelity by providing protection to their loved ones. Ever since mankind formed a relationship with dogs they have used their canine companions as protectors and guards. Warriors have gone to battle with four-legged companions to watch their backs. Even today, canines are used by the military and police forces for protection plus a variety of other, often life-threatening, jobs. Many families also turn to canines to guard their families and homes.

Dog Names Meaning Protector in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Protector Dog

Midnight Sun

During the 1920s, the town of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, was beset with a slew of robberies and other crimes. Citizens and the police force started to be concerned that their town was turning into an unsafe place for families. At that time in history, police dogs were not a common occurrence. However, the police chief of Okmulgee took notice of a striking young German Shepherd owned by a local oilman named W.H. Gragg.

The German Shepherd dog named Midnight Sun was a handsome fellow. He was a frequent visitor to the town and everyone always sat up to take notice when the striking dog would prance down the street and into the local shops.

The policemen approached Mr. Gragg about Midnight Sun and asked him if he would consider lending the dog to the police force to train as a law enforcement officer. Mr. Gragg agreed and Midnight Sun was shipped to Herr Benno Stein for an extensive training program.

Upon the dog’s return, the police captain started to function as his primary handler and partner. Midnight Sun quickly showed he was an excellent officer. During his first year on the force, he is credited with apprehending 18 criminals and helping to keep the townspeople safe. He was such an outstanding officer that the Okmulgee police force started to lend him out to other towns that suffered from a crime problem.

One of the most amazing stories that involved Midnight Sun was his apprehension of the Ice Pick Burglar. The thief would often use an ice pick to gain admission into a home. Once inside, he would rob the residence of all valuables. After one such robbery, Midnight Sun was brought in to see if he could pick up the criminal's scent and track him. The fearless dog is said to have tracked the burglar’s trail for 15 blocks until he was apprehended.

Midnight Sun paved the way for future police dogs. He was considered an outstanding law enforcement officer and was bestowed with a gold medal and monetary reward for his outstanding service in keeping the citizens of Okmulgee and many other locations safe and crime free.

Dog Names Meaning Protector Considerations

Nowadays, dog breeds commonly associated with protection work are the German Shepherd, Doberman, Mastiff, Belgian Tervuren, Great Dane, Bernese Mountain Dog, Fila Brasileiro, Great Pyrenees, Saint Bernard, Belgian Malinois, and the Rottweiler. However, anyone that has owned a dog knows that it does not matter what size their companion might be, he is always loyal. Even small Chihuahuas will growl and nip to protect their beloved person.

Canine protectors can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamia during 2150 to 14000 BCE where they are depicted as companions and protectors in the story, ‘The Epic of Gilgamesh’. Dog collars are also shown in jewelry from the time period that renders images of canines which also alludes to the domestic uses of the animals in society as overall protection for homes, humans, and livestock.

In India, Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, and Mesoamerica, people have turned to dogs for protection. The Greeks and Romans used them in battle. Even Genghis Khan had a pack of canines for protection when going to war. It is undeniable that the primary use of dogs throughout history has been for the protection of humans, homes, and livestock.

With unfailing loyalty, canines continue to meet and exceed the expectations of their beloved humans whether is in the capacity of law enforcement, military, or simply as a family protector, Dogs proudly serve their owners by keeping them safe.

Male Dog Names Meaning Protector

Votes	Name	Vote
4	Ajax Greek for a great warrior and protector
4	Alois A great German warrior and protector
4	Gerald German for warrior
4	Greyson Son of a warrior
4	Kayalan Means protector or bodyguard
4	Raksha One who keeps everyone safe
3	Ewan Irish for a young protector
3	Griffith Irish for chief warrior
3	Lalo A rich protector
2	Duncan Gaelic for a dark warrior
1	Aasim One who is a guardian and protector
1	Alvaro Protector of the elf army
1	Einar Norwegian for warrior
1	Duleep The protector of Delhi
1	Garen French for guardian
1	Hamond The protector of the home
1	Millard Caretaker and protector of the mill
1	Kimble The chief of all warriors
0	Alixander The guardian of men
0	Edik A wealthy guardian
0	Igor A great and brave warrior of Scandinavia
-1	Midnight Sun One of the first police dogs in the United States
-1	Batair Scottish for a very strong warrior
-1	Hafid Islamic protector
-1	Havard A high guardian
-1	Homesh Protector of the world
-1	Milward Guardian of the mill
-1	Raxit Means protector or guardian
-2	Seaward A sea protector

Female Dog Names Meaning Protector

Votes	Name	Vote
5	Eina A protector with beautiful eyes
4	Rosabella German for noble protector
4	Ramona A mighty protector
3	Tesha Greek for protector
2	Alvara Protector of elves
2	Lexi Shortened Greek for protector
1	Aliya Protector and defender
1	Asmia A girl who is a protector
1	Meredith Celtic protector of the sea
1	Alastair Scottish for protector
1	Ilma German for protector
1	Arminda The protector of mankind
1	Tressya Protector of the wheat
0	Ariene Latin for queen guardian
0	Arienne A holy guardian
0	Edrie A blessed female guardian
0	Edmonda A clean guardian
-1	Alexia Protector of mankind
-1	Edwardina Protector of riches
-1	Floke The guardian and protector of the people
-1	Hafeeza A guardian with an amulet
-1	Hafizah An attentive guardian
-1	Alessandria Italian for protector
-1	Sezia Russian for noble protector
-1	Amyntas Lyrical form of protector
-1	Tere Protector of the harvest
-2	Autun One who not only guards but also teaches
-2	Atiena The guardian of the night
-2	Deandria A girl who is a great protector
-2	Eda A wealthy female guardian