If your new little bundle of fur is as unique as they come (and
aren't they all?) you need a truly unique name for your little guy or
girl. We've rounded up the most unique names from pop culture and beyond
to give your fur baby the sui generis moniker they deserve.
Our dogs deserve a name as unique as they are. We've come up with a
list of 100 fun dog names inspired by some of our favorite topics.
Unique dog names inspired by fashion
If your pooch is too sexy for her (or his) leash, go with one of these names inspired by our favorite fashion gurus.
Boys
- Birkenstock
- Carnegie
- Helmut Lang
- Gaultier
- Rad
Girls
- Collette
- Maripol
- Vuitton
- Natacha
- Dior
Unique dog names inspired by places
Is your "ruff" and tumble pooch always ready to hit the road? Try one of these names inspired by jet lag.
Boys
- Bixby
- Meshik
- Reno
- Mavericks
- Kilkenny
Girls
- Aspen
- Sevilla
- Maui
- Kona
- Makarska
Unique dog names inspired by drinks
These dog names are inspired by some of our favorite adult beverages. Remember: Always name your pet responsibly.
Boys
- Champers
- Johnny Walker
- Rémy
- Bootlegger
- Cider
Girls
- Sambuca
- Chianti
- Shandy
- Grenadine
- Tanqueray
Unique dog names inspired by historical figures
Four score and seven years ago (more or less), these would've been some pretty popular dog names.
Boys
- Bonaparte
- Crockett
- Goethe
- Houdini
- Schwarzkopf
Girls
- Thatcher
- Keller
- Oakley
- Stowe
- Sojourner
Unique dog names inspired by celebrities
Is your pup a gossip hound? Try one of these adorable names inspired by celebrities from film, television and more.
Boys
- Cumberbatch
- Barrymore
- Kutcher
- Meat Loaf
- Barkevious Mingo
Girls
- Paget
- Demi
- Fergie
- Famke
- Charlize
Unique dog names inspired by mythology
Mythological names are a brilliant way to add a little majesty to
your pet's name. Skip the old standbys like Thor and Athena and go for
something a little more creative.
Boys
- Amon-Ra
- Dionysus
- Terminus
- Eoghan
- Herakles
Girls
- Antigone
- Lakshmi
- Enyo
- Priya
- Sarosh
Unique dog names inspired by writers
Whether they're novelists, bloggers or social commentators, your pup will be in well-written company with names like these.
Boys
- Gruber
- Kerouac
- Capote
- Updike
- Ludlum
Girls
- Ree
- Agatha
- Angelou
- Lovecraft
- Harper
Unique dog names inspired by fictional characters
If you live in a dream world, you'll want to make sure your canine
companion is right by your side. Let your pooch bring these fictional
characters to life.
Boys
- Heisenberg
- Pip
- Humbert
- Ebenezer
- Draper
Girls
- Marlowe
- Lisbeth
- Corky
- Scout
- Uhura
Unique dog names inspired by products
There's nothing wrong with capitalism, especially when it leads to an
adorable name for your four-legged friend. These brands inspired some
too-cute pet names in addition to consumer loyalty.
Boys
- Jeep
- Newcastle
- Kashi
- Swiffer
- Roomba
Girls
- Sega
- Shasta
- Bugatti
- Waterford
- Bentley
Unique dog names inspired by tech
Get your geek on with these dog names that take inspiration from the world of technology.
Boys
- J-Peg (bonus points for naming your miniature cutie J-Pug)
- Dongle
- Vector
- Scuzzi (SCZI, if you prefer)
- Codec
Girls
- Java
- Widget
- Beta
- Icon
- Qwerty
