Miniature Poodle Dog Names

Introduction

When one talks about spoiled and pampered dogs, the Miniature Poodle is one of the first dog breeds to come to mind. The existence of Mini Poodles can be traced back to 15^th century. They were bred with the intention of using them as companions of wealthy aristocrats in France, which is why they conjured the image that they have now. While the breed truly was tailor-made for nobility, Miniature Poodles also possess impressive intelligence and athleticism. In fact, they excel in skills and obedience contests, especially in events where retrieving and obstacle skills were necessary. This combination of beauty and agility made the Miniature Poodle a favorite show dog for centuries. At present, they still possess these skills and make for a great addition to one’s home.

Miniature Poodle Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Miniature Poodle Dog

Josephine

When it comes to pop culture, the Miniature Poodle appears less frequently than its predecessor, the Standard Poodle. Despite this, the breed has been the subject of some literary works and has made numerous appearances in films. One of the earliest and most memorable odes to the Miniature Poodle was the 1963 novel Every Night, Josephine!, written by Jacqueline Susann. The titular character is based on Susann’s real life Miniature Poodle and the book was based on several letters which Susann wrote about her dog. With the encouragement from a friend, she decided to turn it into a full-length novel.

The book is Susann’s funny memoir which details the story of how the author ventured into the world of pedigree dogs. She acquires a Miniature Poodle, whom she named Josephine, and soon starts a colorful life with the canine. What Susann initially thought would be a master-pet relationship turned out to be the exact opposite as the spoiled pooch starts to take over the assertive role between the two. In fact, Josephine becomes sort of a celebrity in her own right as she becomes Susann’s constant companion in her countless television appearances and other public encounters. Even Susann’s husband, who was a self-proclaimed dog hater, eventually succumbed to Josephine’s charms.

After its publication in 1963, Every Night, Josephine! sold over 1.7 million copies in paperback version and 35000 in hardback ones. For a time, the novel ranked #8 in the Times’ bestseller list and received positive acclaim from various critics. Susann even embarked on book tours with Josephine tagging along, where they were usually spotted sporting similar outfits. While this memoir was not Jacqueline Susann’s most successful one (in terms of sales), it was one of her most memorable and affectionate works. Even Susann herself has been quoted saying that it was her favorite among all her novels. The book became a classic among pet lovers and fans of the author. It also gave people a glimpse of the Miniature Poodle and its quirky, sassy attitude and funny antics.

The Miniature Poodle can also be seen in a number of movies. The 1984 Walt Disney film Frankenweenie, directed by Tim Burton, is a spoof version of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. It is about a boy named Victor who brings his dog back to life after getting hit by a car. In the movie, the dog, a Bull Terrier called Sparky falls in love with a nameless Miniature Poodle, whose fur resembles the “Bride of Frankenstein”. Other films where Miniature Poodles can be spotted include Bingo!, Ruthless People, Sabrina, and Elvira Mistress of the Dark.

Miniature Poodle Dog Name Considerations

There is a lot of to be excited about when having a new dog, one of which is choosing your pooch’s name. Since you want your new dog’s name to be special, a regular and overused name simply won’t cut it. The Miniature Poodle has a complex personality with looks to boot. These qualities open a whole world of possibilities for name ideas.

The Miniature Poodle is easily recognizable for its cute, curly coat and small build (thus its name). Owners of the breed may use these physical attributes rack up potential name ideas. For instance, you may give the name “Teeny” for your pooch, referring to its petite size. You can also choose a dog name based on coat color. The Miniature Poodle comes in a wide range of coat colors – anything from solid ones like black, white, red, apricot and cream to multicolors like sable, parti and tuxedo. So, if you have a brown Mini Poodle, for example, you can name him “Mocha”, in reference to its coat.

Another possibility would be to find a name that befits your dog’s personality and individual habits. Mini Poodles are generally obedient and playful. However, each dog is unique and some may be more energetic than others. There are also Mini Poodles who are couch potatoes who want to chill around the house. You can take your pooch’s temperament and use it to come up with the perfect name.

Male Miniature Poodle Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Toffee A confection made from caramelized sugar; good for brown Mini Poodles
1	Frankie Pet version of Franklin, which means “free”
1	Brendan Gaelic name meaning “prince”
1	Atom The basic unit of chemical element; usually used to describe something small
1	Titan A giant in Greek mythology; humorous name for your Mini Poodle
1	Domino A rectangular toy block, can be shortened to “Dom”; good for black and white Mini Poodles
1	Furball A ball of fur; can be shortened to “Furby”
1	Goober Slang term for peanut; cute name for a brown Mini Poodle
1	Cale Hebrew name meaning “brave”
1	Calvin French name meaning “bald”; funny name for your furry Mini Poodle
1	Barker Someone who calls out to passersby; for the dog who loves to bark
1	Cookie A small, flat bread eaten as a snack
1	Dillon Irish name meaning “loyal and true”
1	Pip A small hard seed found in fruits; informally used to refer to something small
1	Nugget A small lump of gold; good for brown/golden Mini Poodles
1	Napoleon After French statesman Napoleon Bonaparte; can be shortened to "Leon"
0	Beau Means “handsome” in French
-1	Peewee Slang term referring to something or someone of small size
-1	Damien French name meaning “to tame”
-1	Colbie Old Norse name meaning “swarthy/dark”
-1	Gandalf After Lord of the Rings’ character; good for gray-colored Mini Poodles
-1	Azure Means “blue” in French; good for Mini Poodles with a blue coat
-1	Henri French name meaning “ruler of household”
-1	Steely Something that resembles steel; good for gray Mini Poodles
-1	Cuppa Means a cup of coffee; good for black or brown Mini Poodles
-1	Bully Someone dominant or overbearing
-1	Woolly Made of wool
-1	Frasier Scottish name meaning “of the forest”
-1	Charcoal A hard black substance usually used as fuel; good for black Mini Poodles
-1	Frodo After the hobbit character in Lord of the Rings

Female Miniature Poodle Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Scarlet Of a striking red color; good for Mini Poodles with a red coat
1	Munchkin Slang term used to refer to a short person or a kid
1	Sophie Greek name meaning “wisdom”
1	Raven Of a glossy, black color; good for black Mini Poodles
1	Bebe Slang term of endearment; similar to “baby”
1	Minnie After famous character Minnie Mouse; variation of the word “mini”
1	Isabelle French version of the name “Isabel”, can be shortened to “Belle”, which means “beautiful”
1	Poppy A type of flower
1	Penelope Greek mythology figure who was faithful to her husband; can be shortened to “Penny”
1	Rose A famous beautiful flower that comes in various colors
1	Paris The capital city of France
-1	Bonbon An expensive candy
-1	Bijou Means “jewel” in French
-1	Astral Relating to or resembling stars
-1	Loulou Latin name meaning “light”
-1	Paula Roman name meaning “little”
-1	Dahlia A kind of flower
-1	Chestnut A glossy, brown nut; good for brown Mini Poodles
-1	Candice Greek name meaning “fire-white”; good for white Mini Poodles
-1	Farrah Arabic name meaning “joy”
-1	Charm Means “glamour” or “delight”; good for your charming pup
-1	Fifi French name meaning “God provides”
-1	Isolde Welsh name meaning “beautiful”
-1	Lovette English name meaning “little loved one”
-1	Rogue Means “red” in French; good for red Mini Poodles
-1	Blanche French name meaning “white”; good for white Mini Poodles
-1	Bonita Spanish name meaning ‘pretty little one”
-1	Calico Referring to a multicolored animal; good name for mixed color Mini Poodles
-1	Cosette Means “little pet” in French
-1	Empress A woman with great power and authority