Friends Dog Names

Introduction

It is well known that Friends is one of the most popular television shows of all times. If you’re one of the show’s millions of fans, perhaps you will consider naming your dog in honor of the show. After all, dogs are man’s best friend. What better way to feel close to your favorite character than hearing their name each time you call your canine best friend? Whether you have an episode that calls out to you or a particularly funny aspect of the show, the possibilities are endless when one considers Friends as a theme for a new canine addition to the family. Gather your friends around and get their opinion on a name for your new best pal.

Friends Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Friends Name

Pat

There were a few canine guest stars on Friends over the years. There were even a few recurring dog characters that were never shown onscreen but still held a place in the hearts of the Friends.

A recurring canine character that does appear onscreen frequently is Pat the dog, a massive statue of a Greyhound that Joey bought during his height of success on Days of Our Lives. Joey insisted on giving Pat to Chandler when he moved in with Monica, and the sculpture is frequently spotted in the background of scenes within the apartment. A recurring joke in the show is that none of the Friends really like Pat and are constantly trying to pawn him off on one another. Perhaps it’s a good thing none of the friends own real dogs!

One of the guest stars you may remember is Clunkers, the furry friend that Phoebe hid in Monica and Chandler’s apartment in “The One Where Chandler Doesn’t Like Dogs.” Chandler insists that he is severely allergic to dogs, however, when Clunkers is discovered he is forced to admit that his allergy was a lie. Chandler confesses that he just doesn’t like dogs, and the friends are appalled. After all, who couldn’t love dogs?!

Another important dog character is Chappy, Mike’s beloved family dog. Chappy ends up being one of the groomsmen in Phoebe and Mike’s wedding, much to the disappoint of Chandler and Ross. Though, Ross is rewarded with the honor of holding the Bolognese pup during the wedding to protect his paws. The Bolognese is a breed that is known for being deeply loyal and devoted to its human family members, so there’s no doubt that it is a great choice to be a groomsman!

Every devoted Friends fan will remember how heartbroken Joey was when he learned that Rachel didn’t return his feelings for her. But do you remember that Phoebe brought him a canine pal to help cheer him up? Phoebe is certain that this dog, supposedly “the happiest dog in the world” will lift Joey’s spirits. Unfortunately, Joey’s depression overpowered the dog’s positivity, and Phoebe returns to find the happy dog feeling depressed and sad instead! Love really does hurt!

Friends Dog Name Considerations

When choosing a Friends inspired name for your pup there are many factors to consider. Perhaps you want to name your pup after your favorite character on the show. If your dog is food obsessed then Joey is the obvious choice, or if he tends to be comical and animated maybe you ought to name him Chandler. Or, if your dog is the hyper, high strung type Monica is definitely a fitting name.

You could also consider location for further name inspiration. The characters live in New York City and make many references to different aspects of the experience of living in New York. They also mention many of the famous landmarks such as Central Park and the Met, among others. Details like this could be a great way to give your pup a more subtle Friends inspired name.

And of course, there is the myriad of guest stars to consider. Everyone from Julia Roberts to Brad Pitt and Isabella Rossellini has appeared on the show. Needless to say, the name options are practically endless. Before your head starts spinning, start with these suggestions.

Male Friends Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
7	Tag Rachel's assistant who she has a crush on
7	Pitt Brad Pitt guest starred on the show as a high school friend of Ross's
6	Marcel Marcel was the name of Ross's pet monkey
6	Ranger The male friends love to attend New York Rangers hockey games
5	Ben The character Ross has a son named Ben
4	Ross Ross Gellar, nerdy character played by David Schwimmer
4	Rembrandt The Rembrandts, the band that plays the theme song for the show
4	Vegas Ross and Rachel get married in Vegas
4	Clunkers The name of the dog Phoebe hides in Monica's apartment
3	Joey Joey Tribbiani, one of the friends
3	Minsk Phoebe's love, David, moves to Minsk
2	Gavin Rachel's boss who she has a crush on
2	Troubador Phoebe is a troubadour of sorts
1	Treeger For Mr. Treeger, the superintendent of Monica and Rachel's building
1	Rudd For Paul Rudd, who played Phoebe's husband, Mike
1	Craps Monica and Chandler vow to get married in Vegas if they roll sevens during a craps game in Vegas
1	Bing For the character Chandler Bing
0	Gunther The barista who was in love with Rachel
0	Gellar Last name of characters Monica and Ross
0	Hank For Hank Azaria, who portrayed Phoebe's love, David
0	Yonkers Monica's old friend from Yonkers visits and has mysteriously acquired a British accent
-1	Richard Monica's much older boyfriend, played by Tom Selleck
-1	Perk Central Perk is the name of the coffee shop where the Friends spend most of their time
-1	Dino The character Ross is a palaeontologist and very interested in dinosaurs
-1	Yemen Chandler goes to Yemen to escape Janice
-1	Perry For Mathew Perry, who plays Chandler
-2	Ramoray Drake Ramoray is the character Joey plays on "Days of Our Lives"
-3	Clooney George Clooney guest starred as an attractive doctor
-4	Chef Monica's character is a chef
-5	Barry Barry was Rachel's finace who she left at the altar

Female Friends Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
7	Lauren Rachel works for Ralph Lauren for many years
6	Judy Judy Gellar is the name of Ross and Monica's mom
5	Cox Courtney Cox played the character Monica Gellar
5	Elizabeth The name of a student that Ross dates
4	Amy Rachel's sister, Amy, was played by Christina Applegate
4	Erica Erica is the woman whom Monica and Chandler adopt their babies from
4	Janine Joey's very attractive roommate who he wishes to date
4	Marta For Marta Kauffan, one of the creators of Friends
3	Regina Phoebe's alter ego is a woman named Regina Phalange
3	Coco Real life daughter of Courtney Cox, who played Monica Gellar
3	Estelle The name of Joey's agent
3	Cathy Joey's girlfriend who Chandler had a crush on
3	Jill Rachel's youngest sister, played by Reese Witherspoon
3	Candy Monica makes Christmas candy one year and her neighbors riot when she won't give them more
2	Janice Chandler's ex girlfriend with an unforgettable laugh
2	Buffay Phoebe's last name is Buffay
1	Ursula Phoebe's (evil) twin sister
1	Fergie Joey meets Sarah, Duchess of York (aka Fergie) during his trip to London for Ross's wedding to Emily
0	Muriel Chandler's middle name is Muriel
0	Karen Rachel's middle name is Karen
0	Happy When Joey is depressed that Rachel doesn't love him back, Phoebe brings him "the happiest dog in the world" to cheer him up
-1	Emily Ross married Emily in London
-1	Monica Monica Gellar is the type A friend
-1	Charlie The name of Ross's girlfriend, who is a fellow palaeontologist, played by Aisha Tyler
-1	Carol Carol is the name of Ross's first wife
-2	Emma The name of Ross and Rachel's daughter
-2	Susan Susan is the life partner of Ross's ex wife, Carol
-2	Mona Ross dates a woman named Mona, who he consistently forgets about
-2	Rachel Rachel Green is the friend played by Jennifer Aniston
-2	Joanna The name of Rachel's boss who falls for Chandler