260+ Australian Shepherd Names for Your Amazing Adventure Buddy

Adding an Aussie to your fam? One of these names might be perfect for your fluffy pup.
Leah Lopez Cardenas, Senior SEO Editor for Daily Paws By Leah Lopez Cardenas October 26, 2021 Advertisement Pin FB More Tweet Email Send Text Message Print

Australian shepherds, or Aussies as they're affectionately called by lovers of the breed, are whip-smart and rambunctious dogs fit for adventurous, active pet parents. If you see adopting an Australian shepherd in your near future (or maybe you already have, and in that case congrats!) then you probably need to figure out how to pick the perfect name for your new pooch. Whether you choose a name inspired by an Aussie's beautiful coloring or your new dog's favorite snack, one of these names for Australian shepherds will surely match your active new pup's personality.

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Female Australian Shepherd Names

When Adam Levine croons, "She wiiiiiiill be looooooved" he must be talking about an Australian shepherd.

Paisley
Lily
Sadie
Sakura
Fiona
Zuri
Daisy
Nala
Alexa
Margarita
Luna
Bella
Rae
Juno
Mia
Ichika
Helena
Lizbeth
Rosa
Zendaya
Maya
Chloe
Imani
Adeline
Thalia
Zoey
Kyra

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Male Australian Shepherd Names

Aussies are good family dogs who just want to exercise and play … A LOT. Better start taking up jogging before you head to the shelter to adopt one of these lively, bouncy boys.

Kai
Ace
Cowboy
Duke
Adonis
Flynn
Hugo
Luca
Frederico
Oakley
Hakim
Akira
Milo
Charlie
Prince
Scout
Tiger
Alexis
Bear
Wallace
Alejandro
Sora
Amari

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Adorable Aussie Names Inspired by Famous Australians

We're willing to bet your Australian shepherd's cuteness is equal to or greater than the Hemsworths', which is truly an incredible feat. You're probably so proud.

Chris
Liam
Luke
Hemsworth
Miranda
Steve
Bindi
Irwin
Cate
Rebel
Isla
Naomi
Hugh
Heath
Nicole
Keith
Urban
Portia
Russell
Iggy
Azalea
Eric
Toni

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Badass Australian Shepherd Names

Most Australian shepherds are just happy goofballs, but you can give your pup a badass name and hope for the best. Worst case, other people at the dog park think you're both cool AF.

Tank
Axel
Serena
Venus
Viking
Thor
Hulk
Maven
Simone
Harley
Daenerys
Arya
Zeus
Spike
Maddox
Ninja
Xena
Diana
Raven
Hawk
Cersei
Brienne
Pirate

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Disney Australian Shepherd Names

A name based on a fluffy Disney character like Pooh, Thumper, or Pumba seems fitting for one of the fluffiest of dogs.

Pluto
Mickey
Minnie
Hercules
Aladdin
Jasmine
Abu
Aurora
Maleficent
Goofy
Donald
Hades
Elsa
Olaf
Pooh
Oogie Boogie
Toulouse
Duchess
Tiana
Mulan
Flynn
Rapunzel
Simba
Pumba
Cinderella
Wendy
Mushu
Yzma
Kuzco
Quasimodo
Belle
Lumier
Mrs. Potts
Moana
Scuttle
Ariel
Thumper
Nana
Zazu

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Cute Dog Names for Your Mini Australian Shepherd

Try calling out "Bubbles" or "Tater Tot" and try not to smile. It can't be done.

Bubbles
Twinkie
Tiny
Tater Tot
Lassie
Princess
Pikachu
Sparkles
Dottie
Panda
Bunny
Fuzzy
Dopey
Cheeks
Teddy
Ducky
Lovey
Marshmallow
Boba
Sprinkles
Star
Fox
Buttons

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Cool Names for Blue Merle Aussies

Many of the most magnificent things in the world are blue—the sky, the ocean, birds, flowers … the list goes on and on. And that includes your beautiful blue merle Australian shepherd!

Aqua
Indigo
Blueberry
Iris
Lake
Skye
Bluebell
Robin
Orchid
Azure
Calypso
Marina
Spot
Pepper
Dory
Sapphire

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Fiery Names for Red Merle Aussies

They say redheads have more fun.

Scarlet
Cinnamon
Rowan
Chili
Redmond
Sienna
Ruby
Merlot
Derry
Maroon
Strawberry
Rusty
Rosy
Brick
Cherry
Coral
Poppy
Blaze
Autumn
Phoenix
Ladybug

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Aussie Names for Dogs That Love Food More Than Anything Else on This Earth

If your Aussie is a chonky boy under all that fluff, one of these names will have him going absolutely bonkers with excitement every time you call his name. Make sure to have the treats ready at all times!