Introduction
Mulan Inspired Dog Names in Pop Culture
Little Brother made his initial appearance in Mulan. He also plays a role in Mulan II, and he makes a cameo appearance in the 1999 film Tarzan. Little Brother enjoys bones, having fun, and helping Mulan as she completes chores around the Fa home. In fact, Little Brother's stated goal in life is to assist Mulan. His chief dislike is Shan Yu, who is also an enemy of Mulan's.
Little Brother won the hearts of audience members by assisting Mulan with her chores in his own awkward way. He made a point of interrupting the prayers of Mulan's father, Fa Zhou. Little Brother joins the family party at the end of the original Mulan. Little Brother makes his presence known in Mulan II as well. In the second installation of the series, Little Brother aggravates the little girls as they train and learn to fight.
Little Brother is only the third dog to be owned by a Disney princess and featured in a film. Mulan refers to the dog often as her brother. Some believe this is a reference to the story Ballad of Mulan. It is possible that Mulan thinks of the dog as her "adoptive" brother.
Interestingly enough, there is a Marvel character sporting the moniker "Dog Brother #1." This character also originates in the Orient, and he is reminiscent of an ancient warrior. Dog Brother is known for defending the weak, both human and canine. He employs a pack of brave dogs who assist him in his endeavors. This "good guy" appears briefly in the Marvel Comics. He has no known on-screen roles.
Mulan Inspired Dog Name Considerations
Next, several types of small, "lap-dog" type dog breeds originate in China. Placing a Mulan inspired (or any China related moniker) on these pups is quite fitting. The Pekingese, the Japanese Chin and the Shih Tzu all have origins in China. In fact, the Shih Tzu was actually kept by the Empress of China. Legend has it that the pups were trained to sit on their hind quarters and "wave" to the Empress as she entered their chambers (that's right; the Shih Tzu had their own palace, and the Empress would go visit the dogs at her leisure). There are some other less common breeds which originate in the Orient, but are just as suitable for a Mulan inspired name. These breeds include the Tibetan Mastiff, the Chongqing dog, and the Kunming Wolfdog.
Male Mulan Inspired Dog Names
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Shang
Mulan's love interest; this name is fitting of a Shih Tzu
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Ling
A soldier; this name is fitting of a Japanese Chin
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Chi-Fu
An adviser to the Emperor; this name is good for a Shar-Pei
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Qui-Gong
A fictional city in China; it is a travel destination for Mulan
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Bonsai
A type of Asian plant; this name is fitting of a Pekingese
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Little Brother
Mulan's beloved dog; some versions of Mulan have this character as an adopted brother
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Li
Family name of Li Shang; this name is perfect for a Pekingese
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Yao
A soldier in the Chinese army alongside Mulan
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Po
The family name of three soldiers alongside of Mulan
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Fa Zhou
Mulan's father; to save his life, Mulan joins the Chinese army
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Khan
Mulan's horse; this name is perfect for a Chow
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Hayabusha
A falcon belonging to Shan Yu; he serves as an antagonist to Mulan
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Mushu
A small, red dragon who proves to be a guardian to Mulan
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Captain
Li Shang's rank in the army; this name is fitting of a German Shepherd
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Cri-Kee
A cricket who is a companion to Mulan
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Eddie
Eddie Murphy is the voice of Mushu in the Mulan film
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Harvey
Harvey Fierstein lends his voice to Yao; this name is perfect for a Yorkie
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Riku
An antagonist who fights Shang in the film
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Lucky
Cri-Kee is considered to be a "lucky" cricket
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Qin Shi
The emperor's character is based upon this real-life ruler
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Shigeta
General Li is voiced by actor James Shigeta
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Jeeki
The prince who agrees to marry Mulan after Shang is presumed dead
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Qin
A priest and leader in the city of Qin-Gong
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Keone
Keone Young is the voice of Lord Qin
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Prince
A great name for a regal pup, particularly Shih Tzus
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Chee Chee
A great name for the former Imperial dog, the Pekingese
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Duke
Mulan must work with several members of the royal family
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Leo
The Shih Tzu, also an Imperial dog, was often linked to the lion
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Fa
Mulan and Zhou's family name
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Pat
Pat Morita lends his voice to the Emperor on Mulan
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George
Actor George Takei provides the voice for one of Mulan's ancestors
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Female Mulan Inspired Dog Names
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Panda
Mushu rides a giant panda in Mulan; this name is perfect for a Shih Tzu
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Haruki
A Japanese name meaning shining sun
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Kimiko
The empress child, a name perfect for a Shih Tzu
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Masumi
Meaning "true clarity," this name is fitting of an elegant pup
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Miku
Meaning "beautiful sky," this name is fitting of an Akita
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Kiko
This cute name is perfect for a Maltipoo
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Hikari
This name means "light" as in a pup that lights up your life
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Mulan
The protagonist who fights the Hun army in her father's place
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Ping
The pseudonym Mulan uses when she impersonates a soldier
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Sora
A Kingdom Hearts character related to the Mulan films
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China
The setting of the film Mulan
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Mei
The Emperor's daughter; she is the middle child
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Ting
The emperor's oldest daughter; Ling is in love with her
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Su
The youngest daughter of the Emperor
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Princess
Mulan II deals with the promised marriages of the Emperor's daughters
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Fa Li
Mulan's mother; she is interested in getting Mulan married to a proper husband
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Mary Kay
Mary Kay Bergman was the voice of the female ancestors in the original Mulan
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Tress
The voice of the female ancestors in the second Mulan installment was Tress MacNeille
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Miriam
The voice of the Matchmaker is Miriam Margolyes
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Sha-Ron
A little girl who admires and emulates Mulan
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Jillian
Jillian Henry is the voice of Sha-Ron; this name fits a Papillon
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Chieko
A wise one; this name is fitting of a Pekingese
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Akira
This unique name means bright and clear
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Osamu
Meaning "studious;" this name fits a Shar-Pei
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Yori
Meaning "trustworthy," this name is perfect for a guard dog
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Satoshi
This name is fitting of a quick learner, such as the Shih Tzu
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Yashushi
This name means "peaceful," and is perfect for a serene, laid-back pup
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Kimi
This "noble" name is fitting of a Pekingese or Shih Tzu
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Emi
Meaning "beautiful blessing," this name is suited to a Japanese Chin
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Mana
This "loving" name is perfect for a small lapdog
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Masa
This name means "true" as in loyal
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Eri
This Japanese name means "blessed prize"
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