Introduction
Insect Inspired Dog Names in Pop Culture
Boston brought in the new year of 2018 by making a necessary, canine hire. In January, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts welcomed its most adorable employee ever. Riley is a Weimaraner puppy. Since artistic masterpieces can be damaged by insects, Riley is being trained to use his sniffer for a good cause. He’s not sniffing drugs like the normal police dog; he’s searching for the bugs that are out to nibble on priceless fine art!
He’s quite cute with those floppy ears, velvety fur, and soft eyes filled with light. Katie Getchell, Chief Brand Officer & Deputy Director, let the media know that Riley is an essential part of keeping the museum going. Insects are a growing problem regarding art, and Riley can do something that his human pals cannot. His sense of smell can target the pesky bugs that don’t know they shouldn't eat the beautiful works we treasure so much.
If you’re a Weimaraner fan, you’re already aware of their abilities in the sniffing department. They’re extremely intellectual to boot. You might be picturing this cutie pie living at the museum, but Riley actually resides with Nicki Luongo, the MFA’s Director of Protective Services. Riley leads a fairly normal puppy life; he just has this side gig that makes us all marvel at his strengths. He is man’s, woman’s, and specifically artists’ best friend!
It might also disappoint dog lovers that Riley won’t be frequenting the halls of Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. He’s more of a behind-the-scenes kind of doggo. Yes, it’s sad! We know! Of course, if you’re a dog lover, you won’t be satisfied until our furry friends are everywhere we are. At Wag! we totally understand that mindset. We’re absolutely crazy about these fluffy family members who help us in so many ways. Riley does continue to enjoy attention from the museum’s fans and donors.
While Riley would probably love hunting for bugs anyway, he gets to complete this serious task regularly, receiving treats and a lot of love for his solid work. Good boy, Riley! He actually competed for the job, beating out other applicants for the important MFA gig. As far as we know, this is the first program of its kind. So hooray for Boston for turning to puppies to help you in the workplace. We’re sure it will catch on fast because who doesn’t love bring-your-dog-to-work days?
Riley’s job training will take a full year, but he’s off to a great start. Follow MFABoston on Instagram and Facebook. They post about Riley often! You won’t regret seeing this beautiful dog in your newsfeed.
Insect Inspired Dog Name Considerations
Choosing an insect inspired dog name can be very difficult, given that there is an overwhelming number of different kinds. The best thing to do is to think of your favorites, research the wonderfully exotic and strange varieties, and maybe even look up your official state insect or butterfly. Other than those courses of action, keep your eyes peeled for tiny, nearly-microscopic life all around you. Your new pup might even discover a bug or two. In fact, that may be the reason you’re here: your dog has shown an obsession with these crawlers and fliers, and you’re interested in landing a moniker that fits their unique trait!
Think of the bugs that are native to your area. Maybe a name like “Assassin,” “Stinker,” “Aphid,” or “Cicada” will work. If you’re looking for plays on insect titles, try “Pedey” for centipede, which bears resemblance to the more common Petey, or “Beddie” for bed bugs, which reminds us of the more popular name Betty. Further, tags like “Damsel,” “Mantis,” “Thrip,” “Antie,” “Thora,” and “Cade” are also adorable. You could even match your pet’s appearance with the appearance of a certain insect. For example, if your princess pooch has a red coat with black spots, you might go with “Ladybug.” We hope you find something that speaks to you in the guide below. Best of luck on landing an unforgettable insect title for your little fluffy bug-lover!
Male Insect Inspired Dog Names
Votes | Name | Vote |
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5 |
Hopper
Short for grasshopper
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4 |
Beetle
For the black, hard bug
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4 |
Bamboo
For the bamboo worm
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2 |
Dragon
Short for dragonfly
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2 |
Cade
After the Caddisfly
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2 |
Weevil
For this type of beetle often confused with caterpillars
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2 |
Hornet
For the wild wasps
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1 |
Thrip
For the fringed winged bug
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1 |
Wasp
In a class all its own, neither an ant nor a bee
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0 |
Mo
Short for mosquito
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0 |
Moth
For the nocturnal insect
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0 |
Wiggy
Short for earwig
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0 |
Roach
Short for cockroach
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0 |
Pillar
Short for caterpillar
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0 |
Baggy
After the bagworm
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0 |
Emperor
After the emperor moth
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0 |
Pedey
A playful name for centipedes
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0 |
Locust
After the insect that is eaten all over the world
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0 |
Scorpion
For their great sting
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0 |
Stag
Because of the stag beetle
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-1 |
Lili
A play on lice
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-1 |
Stinker
For stink bugs
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-2 |
Termite
After the bugs we try to prevent from ruining homes
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-2 |
Assassin
After the assassin bug
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-2 |
Dobson
Short for the Dobsonfly
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-2 |
Hunter
For the huntsman spider
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-2 |
Walker
After walking sticks
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-3 |
Carpenter
After the carpenter ant
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-3 |
Snake
For the snakefly
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-3 |
Boatman
After the Water Boatmen, aquatic bugs eaten in Mexico
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Female Insect Inspired Dog Names
Votes | Name | Vote |
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5 |
Cricket
For the song of summer
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2 |
May
Short for Mayfly
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2 |
Honey
For honey bee
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2 |
June
Because of the June beetle
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1 |
Bee
For the insects of springtime
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1 |
Lacey
For the green lacewings
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1 |
Witchett
For witchett grubs
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1 |
Swallow
After the Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly
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0 |
Ladybug
For those cute red/orange and black beetles
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0 |
Cicada
For those loud summer bugs
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0 |
Damsel
Short for damselflies
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0 |
Jewel
For the jewel beetle
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0 |
Midge
Similar to a mosquito
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0 |
Silky
After the silkworm
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0 |
Darkling
For the darkling beetle
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0 |
Piper
After the pipevine swallowtail caterpillar
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0 |
Thora
After the thorn bug
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0 |
Orchid
For the orchid mantis
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0 |
Kitty
After the “Hello Kitty” caterpillar
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0 |
Flower
After the flower caterpillar
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-1 |
Butterfly
For the beauty that fills the air in spring and summer
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-1 |
Firefly
For those insects that light up summer evenings
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-1 |
Katy
For Katydids, also known as bush crickets
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-2 |
Aphid
For those pests that love to eat our roses and other plants
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-2 |
Kissy
After the kissing bugs
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-2 |
Goldie
After the golden orb-weavers
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-2 |
Mantis
For the praying mantis
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-2 |
Wattle
For the wattle cup caterpillar
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-3 |
Antie
A playful version of ant
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-3 |
Beddie
Short for bed bug
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