150+ Unique Dog Names that are as One-of-a-Kind as Your Pup

This list of clever, unique dog names will help you choose a name that’s as special as your pet. By Kathy Barnes August 24, 2020 Advertisement Pin FB More Tweet Email Send Text Message Print
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Your new dog is one-of-a-kind and full of personality. There’s no way you’d go with a common dog name like Molly, Max, Buddy, or Daisy. And the good news is: You don’t have to. There are plenty of unique dog names that no one else at doggy day care will share.

You can find naming inspiration anywhere—a TV character, street name, a favorite city, the grocery store, or even the name of a new waxy crayon.

Survey this list of unique girl and boy dog names. In addition to totally original ideas, you’ll find old-fashioned names not often used, pop culture references, and even college mascots. Let the naming fun begin!

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Unique Cute Dog Names

Gumdrop
Sugar
Ladyfinger
Trixie
Pez
Bitsy
Smooch
Mr. Cuddles
Lolo
Fluffernut

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Unique Dog Names for Your Fun-Loving Pet

Haha
Funny Girl
Slapstick
Joker
Goofy
Witty
Silly Boy
Humdinger
Jolly
Glug
Funko
Imma
Sneakers
Pop Up
Maisie
Lucky Cat
Spinnies

Unique Dog Names Based on Body Parts

Belly Rolls
Funny Bone
Freckles
Dimples
Peepers
Choppers
Noggin
Booty
Knuckles
Schnozzle

Unique Dog Names Based on Food

Slim Jim
Oreo
Hershey
Dunkin
Mrs. Dash
Dannon
Kellogg
Fanta
Wheaties
Kraft
Eggo

Unique Dog Names Inspired by Pop Culture

TikTok
Netflix
Hulu
Syrko
Acorn
Trashtag
Karen
Hugs
Meme
Hopper
Gucci
Croc
Nike
Levi

Unique Dog Names Inspired by Cartoons

Squidward
Jughead
Anime
Gorillaz
T’Challa
Flapjack
Kenny
Marvel

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brown and white bull terrier sitting on sidewalk Left: As with all breeds, socialize your Bedlington terrier puppy early and use positive reinforcement training so he’ll be a well-mannered pooch. | Credit: GavinD / Getty Right: Credit: Jaroslav Kocian / Getty