Rocky IV Inspired Dog Names

Introduction

Rocky Balboa is a film icon. He is synonymous with the term "underdog" as he is often smaller or otherwise inferior to his opponents in the boxing ring. However, somehow, he finds the fortitude to literally fight through to a victory. Balboa worked his way up to the status of world heavyweight champion, and at the beginning of Rocky IV, the prolific boxer plans to retire and enjoy life with his ever-supportive wife, Adrian. Balboa's plans are foiled when his former adversary turned best friend, Apollo Creed, is killed by a Russian boxer during an exhibition match. Rocky vows to re-enter the boxing ring once more; this time to take on the man who murdered Apollo, Ivan Drago.

Rocky IV Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Rocky IV Name

Rocky

Rocky Balboa is an iconic underdog figure. First, he is a working-class individual (perhaps this is one reason why viewers enjoyed his character so). For a long time, Rocky trained and boxed more of a hobby than he did so professionally. However, once he won the world heavyweight championship, Rocky had attained all he had dreamed of. He planned to retire, until the death of his friend Apollo during a boxing match with Ivan Drago. A champion of the people, Rocky was going to also champion the memory of his friend. Often, pet parents choose the name Rocky because of the tenacity that the name implies. Rocky can fit a small dog or a large dog. Rocky may be a small Yorkie, or he may be a Jack Russell Terrier. One thing owners can agree on - a pup named Rocky has the heart of a lion.

The name Rocky is often synonymous with the idea of tenacity. This name was given to a military dog serving in Afghanistan. Rocky and his soldier partner, United States Army Specialist Andrew Brown, worked together for at least two years before the pair were injured during the search of an Afghani compound. An IED (improvised explosive device) detonated, and the pair was injured. Both had injuries so extensive that they needed to attend therapy at separate rehabilitation centers. The pair was separated for two months. In 2016, after successfully completing rehab, the duo was reunited. Brown claims to have "100 percent trust" in his dog, and he says that he has known the dog longer than either of his sons have been alive. For Brown, the dog is family. Although the pair was unsure if they would be able to return to military duty, Brown did make efforts to begin the adoption process for Rocky. Their bond is unbreakable.

Several celebrities also own pups with the name Rocky. Kim Kardashian owns a Boxer named Rocky, and Kelly Brook owns a Pug with the moniker. In fact, Kardashian often tweets about the activities of her Boxer. She takes him almost anywhere that she travels. The fact that he is a large dog does not stop her from taking her baby anywhere she wishes! She often posts photos of the two on the beach or otherwise outdoors.

Rocky IV Dog Name Considerations

Rocky Balboa is often the underdog when it comes to his opponents. He may not be as well-trained (for many years Rocky only boxed locally, so, when taking on professional boxers, he was at a disadvantage), or he might not be the same size as his opponent. (In fact, Rocky's opponent in Rocky IV, Drago, towered over the 5' 10" Stallone.) When considering naming your pup something inspired by the Rocky IV movie, size definitely matters! You may own a Dachshund, a Boston Terrier, or a Chihuahua. Each of these breeds are small, but quite powerful.

The Dachshund may be short, but don't let his tiny legs fool you. His paws are powerful digging machines! He is also reputed to be rather aggressive when it comes to strange dogs, and he may not always be accepting of strange people. His small body contains the heart of a lion!

The Boston Terrier is another small dog that does not realize he is not the same size as a Mastiff. He will defend his territory, and he should be socialized from a young age when it comes to other dogs. He is fearless as well!

The Chihuahua is perhaps the tiniest of dogs, yet he does not realize how small he truly is! He is just as likely to bark at a large dog in his territory as he is one that is similar in size. The Chihuahua is highly protective of his family at all times. He is never afraid in any situation! Each of these breeds will carry a Rocky IV-inspired name well and with pride.

Male Rocky IV Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
2	Rocky The star of the movie; always a tenacious underdog
2	Apollo Apollo Creed; Rocky's best friend who is killed by Drago
1	Paulie Rocky's trainer; this name is fitting of an Italian Greyhound
1	Duke One of Rocky's companions; this name is fitting of a regal dog
1	Sylvester As in Stallone; he is the primary character in all Rocky films
1	Mickey Rocky's original trainer; this name fits any tough and wiry pup
1	Chiptooth A fellow boxer; this name is fitting of a pup who tends to chew
1	Stallone Sylvester Stallone often wrote and directed the Rocky movies
0	Nicoli One of Drago's handlers; this name is perfect for a Russian hound
0	James Brown The Godfather of Soul makes a cameo appearance in the film
0	Igor One of Drago's handlers; this name is perfect for a pup that is strong
0	Dolph Dolph Lundgren; plays the part of Ivan Drago
0	Butkus Rocky Balboa's dog throughout the movies
0	Gazzo One of Rocky Balboa's earliest financial supporters
0	Jergens One of Rocky Balboa's coaches; this name fits a yellow-colored dog
0	Mike A fellow boxer; also trained by Mickey
0	Dipper One of Rocky's rival boxers; he seems to be favored by Mickey
0	Tony The actor (Tony Brown) who portrayed Apollo's trainer
0	Burgess Burgess Meredith played the part of Mickey; this name is fitting of a small, light-colored pup
0	Fats An acquaintance of Rocky's; this name is fitting of a chubby pup
0	Frank Sylvester's brother, Frank, makes a cameo in the film
0	Frazier Joe Frazier, former boxer, makes a cameo in the original Rocky
0	Arthur Arthur Chobanian was the executive producer of Rocky IV
0	Conti Bill Conti composed many of the scores for the movie
0	Carl Carl Weathers played the recurring role of Apollo Creed
0	Vince Vince DeCola was also a musical composer for the Rocky IV movie
0	Joe Joe Spinelli played the part of Gazzo; this name fits a hunting dog
0	Gene Gene Kirkwood was the executive producer of the movie
0	Spencer James Spencer was an art director for the Rocky movies
-1	Drago The Russian boxer who will stop at nothing to win

Female Rocky IV Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Adrian Rocky's wife; this name is fitting of a loyal pup
1	Brigitte Brigitte Nelson played the part of Ludmilla; she later married Sylvester Stallone
1	Sylvia Sylvia Meals played the part of Apollo Creed's wife; she was also Adrian's friend
1	Marie One of Rocky's antagonists in the original film; this name is fitting of a Yorkie
1	Mary Anne Apollo Creed's wife; this name is fitting of a hunting dog
0	Talia Talia Shire played the part of Adrian Balboa in all the Rocky films
0	Ludmilla A part of Drago's handlers/entourage; this name is fitting of a Russian Spaniel
0	Gloria Pet shop owner; she is Adrian's boss
0	Frannie Fran Ryan played the part of Adrian's nurse in Rocky II
0	Apollonia A female version of Apollo Creed's name
0	Ivana A feminine version of Ivan Drago's name; this name fits an elegant dog
0	Olga Russian name meaning "holiness;" this name fits a loyal dog
0	Anna A traditional Russian dog name; this name is fitting of a dog with a sweet personality
0	Tatiana One of the royal Romanoff girls; this name is fitting of an elegant pup
0	Renata This name means "reborn;" Rocky's career was reborn after Apollo's death
0	Zilya This name means "harvester" in Russian; this fits a working dog breed
0	Danya A Russian variation of Danielle; a very unique name for a pup
0	Yeva This name means "giver of life;" Rocky fought in memory of his friend
0	Anastasia The Russian princess who was rumored to survive her family's assassination
0	Sonia This name means "wisdom" in Russian; it is fitting of a regal dog
0	Nikita A popular female Russian name; it means "unconquerable"
0	Pasha This Russian name means "small;" it is fitting of a Maltese or a Yorkie
0	Misha This Russian name means "who is like God?"; it is fitting of a rescue pup
0	Katya This female Russian name means "pure;" it is fitting of a Maltese
0	Lena This name can mean "alluring" in some variations; it is fitting of a designer pup
0	Anya This Russian name means "favor;" it is fitting of a Labrador Retriever
0	Oksana This Ukranian name means "welcoming;" this name is fitting of a Pug
0	Karina This female Russian name means "dear little one;" it is fitting of a Yorkie
0	Tasha This name refers to the birth of Christ, and is appropriate for a pup given as a Christmas gift
0	Irina This Russian name means "peaceful;" it is fitting of the Basenji (barkless dog)