Rock and Roll Music Dog Names

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Introduction

Rock and roll music is almost as American as apple pie. Rock music finds its roots in the blues, which originates in the Mississippi Delta. In fact, many British musicians from Robert Plant to Eric Clapton and members of the Beatles cite American blues music as a primary influence on their music. The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, was heavily influenced by the gospel music he heard growing up in Tupelo, MS and later Memphis. Elvis would tweak the bluesy gospel music of his youth into burgeoning rock music. While rock music today is made up of many different subgenres, rock and roll is still influential on other musical styles. It is always immensely popular throughout the world.

Rock and Roll Music Dog Names in Pop Culture

Rock and Roll Music Dog Name Considerations

Giving your pup a rock and roll moniker is not necessarily about the breed of dog involved, but the personality of the dog and perhaps the behavior of the pup. If your puppy is the "King" of your castle, then Elvis might be a fitting name; after all, Elvis IS the King of Rock-and-Roll! Other iconic rock-and-roll artists include Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Holly, Elton John, and David Cassidy. Each of these artists possesses a name which could be a unique. 

You might be inspired to give a rather mischievous pup a rock-and-roll inspired name. John Bonham, drummer of Led Zeppelin, was legendary for his off-stage antics. The name "Bonham" is also quite original and would fit your unique pup quite nicely. In fact, John Bonham also carried the nickname "Bonzo" - a most original and attention-getting name! 

Another drummer with a reputation for tearing up hotel rooms and otherwise wreaking havoc is The Who's, Keith Moon. One story tells of Moon's destroying a Holiday Inn hotel room in Flint, Michigan; Moon, celebrating his birthday, drove a car into the hotel pool and started a cake fight. Moon is also a unique name; it might also be good for a dog who likes to stay awake and play at night. 

Male Rock and Roll Music Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
9
Bowie
Refers to David Bowie, a rock music icon
6
Jagger
As in Mick Jagger, lead singer of The Rolling Stones
4
Jude
A nod to The Beatle's song, "Hey Jude"
3
Harvey
Refers to alternative rock group P.J. Harvey; this name is fitting of a Basset Hound
2
Iggy
Unique singer Iggy Pop has had a successful solo career spanning four decades; this name is fitting of the Italian Greyhound, often called an "Iggy"
1
Elvis
The "King" of Rock and Roll
1
Sawyer
Refers to the Rush song, "Tom Sawyer"
1
Van
Singer Van Morrison sang of the "Brown-Eyed Girl" and "Tupelo Honey"
0
Clapton
Refers to Eric Clapton, the guitar virtuoso
0
Cooper
Refers to shock rocker Alice Cooper; his career spans four decades
0
Jethro
Refers to Jethro Tull; this name is fitting of a hound dog
-1
Bruce
Legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen is known for his hit, "Born in the USA"
-1
Buckley
Refers to legendary rock guitarist Jeff Buckley, who worked with Rod Stewart
-2
Bon
As in Jon Bon Jovi, rock music legend
-2
Dylan
Might refer to folk rocker Bob Dylan or his son, Jakob Dylan of The Wildflowers
-2
Huey
Moniker of Huey Lewis and the News; this name fits a Boxer perfectly
-2
Bono
The lead singer of U2, Bono, is known for his social activist work
-2
Sammy
The Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar, has been successful as a member of Van Halen, and as a solo artist
-2
Billy
Rocker Billy Idol has a legendary sneer that people of three generations will remember
-2
Woody
Might refer to The Rolling Stones' guitarist, Ron Wood
-3
Costello
As in Elvis Costello, alternative rock and soft rock musician
-3
Baba
Refers to The Who's song "Baba O'Riley"
-3
Money
Refers to rocker Eddie Money; this name is fitting of a designer breed
-3
Lenny
Refers to Lenny Kravitz, known for his remake of "American Woman"
-3
Barrett
Refers to Syd Barrett of Pink Floyd, the iconic rock group
-3
Rod
Rod Stewart has had a successful singing career, both with The Faces and as a solo artist
-3
Crosby
Refers to David Crosby of Crosby, Stills, and Nash; this name would fit a Terrier pup
-3
Pete
As in Pete Townsend, guitarist for The Who

Female Rock and Roll Music Dog Names

Votes Name Vote
5
Gypsy
This Fleetwood Mac song was one of the band's top hits
2
Queenie
A nod to legendary rock group Queen
1
Foxy
Jimi Hendrix had a hit song with "Foxy Lady"
0
Ruby
The Rolling Stones' Ruby Tuesday speaks of a unique person
-1
Lola
This song by the Kinks tells an interesting story
-1
Stevie
Refers to Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac
-1
Missy
A nod to the Allman Brothers' "Sweet Melissa"
-1
Jett
Perfect for a dog with black fur; this name is honoring Joan Jett
-2
Asia
This band was popular in the early 1980s
-2
Berry
Rock and roll guitarist Chuck Berry was deeply influenced by the blues
-2
Beth
"Beth" is the title of a ballad by the group KISS
-2
Rosie
A nod to rock group Guns N' Roses; this name is fitting of a red-colored dog
-2
Lizzy
A nod to the rock group Thin Lizzy
-2
Layla
This song by Derek and the Dominoes has passed the test of time
-2
Seeger
Singer Bob Seegar's career has spanned four decades
-2
Sally
The legendary Mustang Sally tells of a girl who loves to drive; this song might fit a Goldie who loves riding in the car
-2
Cinnamon
Neil Young's song "Cinnamon Girl" might fit a dog with a red coat
-2
Janis
Refers to popular singer Janis Joplin; this name might be fitting for a pup who is fearless
-2
Christine
A nod to Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac; this name might fit a Golden or Yellow Lab
-2
Jessica
This is an Allman Brothers song; the name is fitting of a designer pup
-2
Grace
As in Grace Slick, the lead singer of Jefferson Airplane
-3
Annie
As in Annie Lennox of Eurythmics; this name might fit a dog who is unique
-3
Amie
This song was made popular by the band Pure Prairie League
-3
Molly
Rock group Molly Hatchet is known as a Southern rock group
-3
Ann
Refers to Ann Wilson of Heart; this name would fit a hound dog
-3
Nancy
Refers to Nancy Wilson of Heart; Ann and Nancy would be a great name for a pair of pups
-3
Diane
A nod to John Mellencamp's "Jack and Diane" song
-3
Sherry
Journey's Steve Perry began his solo career with the release of "Oh Sherry"
-3
Pat
Refers to Pat Benatar, legendary rock vocalist
-3
Angie
This Rolling Stones song showed that the band could release a ballad

Community Dogs With Rock and Roll Music Names

Bowie's name story for Rock and Roll Music Dog Names
Bowie
Male
Irish Setter
Lewisburg, WV

David Bowie had just passed and I looked at my puppy and knew his name was Bowie.