Introduction
Officially the State of Libya, Libya is a sovereign state in the Maghreb region of North Africa. The Mediterranean Sea forms its northern border and the country is bordered by Egypt to the east, Sudan to the southeast, Chad and Niger to the south, and Algeria and Tunisia to the west. Libya’s area consists of nearly 1.8 million square kilometers, making it the sixteenth largest country in the world by land area. Much of the country is covered by the Libyan desert where it very rarely rains. The country is home to about six million people.
While the desert landscape of much of the country may lack plants and water, Libya has no shortage of unique naming opportunities, one of which may be perfect for your canine companion.
Libya Dog Names In Pop Culture
The Aidi is a breed of dog whose origins can be traced to North Africa, likely originating in the Sahara region. The breed was developed to work in the Atlas Mountains of Libya, Morocco and Algeria, where their role was to protect their handlers and livestock from predators. Also known as the Berber, dogs of the breed typically weigh 50-55 pounds and have an average height of 20-24 inches. The breed typically has a thick coat and resembles a sheepdog somewhat in appearance. The Aidi tends to be agile and energetic and will be protective of their family. As a result of their protective instincts, the Aidi may be wary around strangers. They are found to be a good breed of dog for families with children and do well in houses with yards or in rural homes where they have room to roam. The Aidi is a bright breed and will typically respond well to training. Because they have a tendency to be sensitive, punishment should not be used with training. Instead, positive reinforcement should be utilized. Dogs of the breed have an average lifespan of 12-13 years.
The Sloughi is another breed of dog that originated in North Africa. Dogs of this type were first found in Morocco, Tunisia, Libya and Algeria, where the dogs were the sighthounds of the Berber people. A proud and independent breed, the Sloughi is found to be intelligent, independent and loving, quickly bonding with their family. The Sloughi is very driven to catch prey, which means you will want to keep your Sloughi on their leash when walking them or they can run off after a smaller animal. The average height for a dog of the breed is 24-29 inches while its average weight is from 35-65 pounds. The Sloughi has a smooth, short-haired coat, making grooming the dog easy. It is important that a dog of the breed live indoors with his people and has the opportunity to get plenty of exercise. Like the Aidi, training should involve positive reinforcement rather than punishment. It will be helpful to introduce a Sloughi puppy to new people and situations when they are young, and continue to do so as they grow. The average lifespan of a Sloughi is 12 to 15 years of age.
Although the Aidi is not often seen in pop culture, the Sloughi is an up and coming star and has been for many years. Seen in film (movie filmed in Morroco called Race the Wind, Love is my Profession with Brigitte Bardot, and the Marilyn Munroe movie Niagra, to name a few), the Sloughi is no stranger to the stage. The film stage is not the only venue, however, where this breed is adored as the Sloughi has been doing well in competition, too. Toby the Sloughi, Best of Breed in the American Kennel Club show and two-time specialty winner as well, was the first Sloughi to be invited to the prestigious 141st Westminster Dog Show in 2017 along with best buddy, Sloughi, Izzy. Toby hails from Chicago and is owned by Erika and Andrew Wyatt.
Libya Dog Name Considerations
Many people struggle to choose the name that feels “just right” for their pooch. Which makes sense when you think about it. This is a name you will call over and over again for years to come. It is definitely preferable to come up with a name that you like and aren’t second-guessing. If you can’t seem to settle on just the right name, turning to different countries is a good way to get some unique ideas. Take Libya, for example. Don’t let the country’s desert landscape fool you; the country has plenty to offer when it comes to unique name opportunities.
You may choose to turn to Libya for ideas for any number of reasons. Perhaps you like the desert and thus the country is appealing to you. If you are from there or have been there and enjoyed the experience, it may also be appealing to give your dog a name from the country so that you will be reminded of the place each time you call for your pup. If your dog reminds you of a breed from the area or of a specific dog from the country, it makes sense to search Libya for ideas. Regardless of why you are looking to Libya for name ideas, you will find plenty of potential monikers to consider.
Male Libya Dog Names
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Zliten
A town in Libya that is located 160 kilometers east of Tripoli
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Tobruk
A port city on the eastern Mediterranean coast of Libya
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Omar
For Libyan football player Omar Daoud
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Sirte
A city located between Tripoli and Bengazi
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Gharyan
A city in northwestern Libya
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Jumayl
A district in western Libya
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Sorman
A town near the Mediterranean coast
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Jadid
A town located about 1.9 miles northwest of Sabha
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Waddan
An oasis town in the Sahara Desert in Libya
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Toby
Beautiful winner, Best of Breed
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Hun
A town in southwest Libya
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Jalu
A town in northeastern Libya
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Acacus
For the Acacus Mountains
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Surman
For Surman National Park
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Afzejare
For the Afzejare Arch, a freestanding natural arch in Libya
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Bazin
A common food in Libya
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Calansho
For the Calansho Desert
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Usban
A traditional Libyan sausage
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Brak
A town in west central Libya
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Lebrak
A Libyan dish consisting of stuffed vine leaves
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Naji
For Naji Shushan, a football player from Libya
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Zaltan
A city on the Mediterranean coast of northwestern Libya
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Khaled
For Khaled Mattawa, a Libyan poet
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Meftah
For Meftah Ghazalla, a Libyan football goalkeeper
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Marcus
For the Arch of Marcus Aurelius in Tripoli
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Jebel
For the Jebel Akhdar, a mountain chain in Libya
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Magrood
Date-filled cookies
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Lethe
For Lethe Cave in Bengazi
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Ali
For Ali Zeidan, a former Prime Minister of Libya
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Alkhad
A relative of the watermelon that can be found in western Libya
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Nalut
A town that is located about halfway between Tripoli and Ghadames
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Sidra
For the Gulf of Sidra
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Female Libya Dog Names
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Tripoli
Libya’s capital and largest city
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Misrata
A city in northwestern Libya
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Bayda
A commercial and industrial city in eastern Libya
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Zawiya
A city located about 28 miles west of Tripoli on the Mediterranean Sea
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Sabha
A city in southwestern Libya
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Derna
A port city in eastern Libya
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Sabratha
A city in northwestern Libya
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Zuwara
A port city in northwestern Libya
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Tajura
A town that is located about 8.7 miles east of Tripoli
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Ubari
A town in southwestern Libya
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Brega
A town on the Gulf of Sidra
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Mizda
A town in the Mafusa Mountains in Libya
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Massa
A town in northeastern Libya
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Zella
A Sahara Desert town in southwestern Libya
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Sahara
For the Sahara Desert
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Hamza
For Hamza Abu Faris, a Libyan scholar and politician
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Rabyanah
For the Rabyanah Sand Sea, a sand desert region in southeastern Libya
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Kunafa
A traditional desert in Libya
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Harissa
A hot chili sauce often eaten in North Africa
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Sadeq
For Sadeq Naihoum, a prominent Libyan writer and journalist
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Mafusa
For the Mafusa Mountains
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Rajma
For Rajma National Park
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Zumita
An ancient Libyan dish made of water and flour
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Hala
For Libyan sprinter Hala Gezah
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Shorba
A Libyan soup
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Derna
For Derna Falls, a waterfall in Libya that is 20 meters tall
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Oleander
A plant found along Libya’s Mediterranean coast
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Tahara
A plant found in Libya that is eaten by camels
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Izzy
A Sloughi seen at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
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