Welcome to our special collection of dog names, inspired by the positive events and illustrious birthdays that have occurred on the 13th of November across the years. This unique compilation of monikers draws from a variety of milestones, celebrations, and achievements to offer you a set of truly distinctive choices for your beloved pet.
Our selection pays homage to the remarkable decision by Amazon in 2018 to establish its second headquarters in Long Island City, Queens, New York, and Crystal City, Virginia. This move had a significant impact, fostering technological innovation and economic growth in both areas. Just as these cities were chosen for their potential, these dog names symbolize hope and promise. In 1971, Mariner 9 made history by entering into orbit around Mars, signifying human ambition and the endless pursuit of knowledge. The names inspired by this event reflect the spirit of exploration and discovery.
Furthermore, we celebrate the birthdays of three iconic individuals, whose contributions to the entertainment industry have been nothing short of extraordinary. The names inspired by Whoopi Goldberg, an award-winning actress, comedian, author, and television host, embody her charm, wit, and resilience. Frances Conroy, best known for her role in 'Six Feet Under', lends an air of depth and complexity to our collection. And Neil Flynn, the beloved Janitor from 'Scrubs', brings a touch of humor and warmth. Each of these individuals has left an indelible mark on their field, and the names influenced by them are sure to give your pet a unique identity.
Dive into this special collection of dog names, each one carrying a story of human achievement, innovation, and creativity. Find the perfect match that resonates with your pup's personality and your own aspirations for them.
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Aloha | Celebrating the legalization of same-sex marriage in the U.S. state of Hawaii in 2013 |
Bezos | This name is a nod to Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon |
Biggie | Biggie is a playful nod to Chris Noth's character, Mr. Big, on 'Sex and the City' |
Bites | Bites is a play on Steve Zahn's film 'Reality Bites' |
BlackOps | An homage to the record-breaking first-person shooter game 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 2' that grossed $500 million in 24 hours in 2012 |
Braid | A tribute to James Braid, who pioneered the study of hypnotism in 1841 |
Bush | In recognition of the U.S. President who signed an executive order for military tribunals in 2001 |
Carpenter | This name is in honor of John Carpenter, a director who often worked with Tom Atkins |
Comedy | Comedy would be a suitable name for a dog, considering Kimmel's career as a comedian |
Concert | Representing 'Fantasia's' fusion of animation with classical music |
Congress | This refers to the institution where the impeachment hearings took place |
Courage | A sign of the bravery symbolized by the 2001 executive order signed by U.S. President George W. Bush |
Crew | This name honors the crew members of the SpaceX Crew-1 mission |
Criminal | Criminal is inspired by Mantegna's role in 'Criminal Minds' |
Crystal | This name references Crystal City, the second location for Amazon's new headquarters |
Dallas | Inspired by Zahn's role in 'The Dallas Buyers Club' |
Democracy | This name signifies the democratic process in action during the impeachment inquiry |
Disney | This pays tribute to Walt Disney, whose film 'Fantasia' made history in 1940 |
Dragon | This name references the Crew Dragon spacecraft utilized in the SpaceX Crew-1 mission |
Duty | A tribute to the game 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 2' that set a record in 2012 |
Emmy | Jimmy Kimmel has been nominated for several Emmy Awards, making Emmy a suitable dog name |
Equality | In celebration of the 2013 decision by Hawaii to legalize same-sex marriage |
Euro | To commemorate Sweden's decision to join the European Union in 1994 |
Fantasia | In honor of Walt Disney's 'Fantasia', the first feature-length film to use stereophonic sound |
Fisher | A tribute to the character Ruth Fisher, played by Frances Conroy in 'Six Feet Under' |
Florrick | Named after Peter Florrick, a character portrayed by Chris Noth in 'The Good Wife' |
Game | In honor of the record-breaking game 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 2' from 2012 |
Ghost | Ghost is a tribute to one of Goldberg's most iconic roles in the movie 'Ghost' |
Godfather | Godfather is a reference to Joe Mantegna's role in 'The Godfather Part III' |
Grit | Jack Elam often portrayed gritty characters in his films, hence the name Grit |
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Abraham | Flynn's character in the film 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' |
Anchor | Flynn's role in the film 'Anchorman' |
Brick | Mike Heck's quirky son on 'The Middle' |
Buzz | Flynn's character in the TV show 'Buzz Lightyear of Star Command' |
Chicago | Flynn's hometown |
Comedian | A nod to Flynn's career in comedy |
Doogie | Flynn's guest role in 'Doogie Howser, M.D.' |
Dragnet | Flynn's role in the film 'Dragnet' |
Fenton | Flynn's character in the movie 'Hoot' |
Fugitive | Flynn's role in the film 'The Fugitive' |
Harley | For Harley, Flynn's character in 'King of Queens' |
Heck | Inspired by Flynn's character in 'The Middle' |
Improviser | Flynn's notable skill in improvisation |
Indiana | The state where 'The Middle' is set |
Janitor | Paying tribute to Flynn's iconic role on 'Scrubs' |
Magnet | Reference to Flynn's character in 'Magnets' |
Middle | A shout-out to the sitcom 'The Middle' |
Orson | The fictional town in 'The Middle' |
Ranger | Flynn's character in the film 'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs' |
Sacred | For 'Sacred Heart', the hospital in 'Scrubs' |
Scrubs | After the TV show where Flynn rose to fame |
Seinfeld | Flynn had a guest role on this famous sitcom |
Stanford | Flynn's character in the TV show 'The Drew Carey Show' |
Viper | Flynn's character in the TV show 'Viper' |
Windy | In reference to Chicago's nickname, Windy City |
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Award | For the many accolades Chris Noth has received over his career |
Biggie | A playful nod to the character Mr. Big, who Chris Noth famously portrayed in 'Sex and the City' |
Bravo | An apt name for a dog named in honor of an acclaimed actor |
Broadway | Chris Noth's theater background is encapsulated in this name |
ChrisPaws | A punny name that incorporates the actor's first name |
Cityslicker | Inspired by his cosmopolitan character in 'Sex and the City' |
Criminal | This is fitting for fans of Chris Noth's detective roles |
Detective | This name pays homage to Chris Noth's iconic role as Detective Mike Logan in 'Law & Order' |
Drama | Represents the dramatic roles Chris Noth is known for |
Emmy | For the numerous award nominations Chris Noth has received |
Fashion | 'Sex and the City' set trends, and this dog name follows suit |
Florrick | For his character Peter Florrick, a complex figure in 'The Good Wife' |
Glamour | Inspired by the glitz and glam of 'Sex and the City' |
Hollywood | For Chris Noth's successful career in the entertainment industry |
Icon | Chris Noth's iconic status in television is well represented by this name |
Justice | For his many roles in crime and legal dramas |
Lawman | 'Law & Order' fans would appreciate this one |
NothStar | A symbolic name representing Chris Noth's shining career |
Onstage | A nod to Chris Noth's theater roots |
Primetime | A reference to Chris Noth's prime time TV roles |
Screenstar | A tribute to his successful acting career |
Spotlight | Symbolizes Chris Noth's time in the limelight |
Starlet | A fitting name for a dog of an actor, especially one as successful as Chris Noth |
WifeGuard | A creative twist on 'The Good Wife' character |
YalePup | A nod to Chris Noth's Alma mater |
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Actor | A tribute to Joe Mantegna's lifelong acting career |
Broadway | Joe Mantegna has had a successful theater career, including performances on Broadway |
Chicago | Joe Mantegna's birthplace and the city where he began his acting career |
Cigar | Joe Mantegna is known for his love of cigars |
Criminal | For Joe Mantegna's remarkable portrayal in the TV series 'Criminal Minds' |
Director | Joe Mantegna's accomplishments as a director are represented by this name |
Drama | Joe Mantegna is known for his deep involvement in dramatic roles |
Emmy | A nod to Joe Mantegna's Emmy Award nomination |
FatTony | In honor of the character from 'The Simpsons' that Joe Mantegna voiced |
Godfather | An iconic movie in which Joe Mantegna showed his great acting skills |
Icon | Joe Mantegna is an icon in the acting industry |
Joey | A loving pet name derived from Joe Mantegna's first name |
Mafia | In recognition of Joe Mantegna's roles in Mob-related films and series |
Mantegna | Honoring the surname of the distinguished actor Joe Mantegna |
Minds | A nod to the popular series 'Criminal Minds' featuring Joe Mantegna |
Mobster | Joe Mantegna is often remembered for his roles as a mobster |
Narrator | Recognizing Joe Mantegna's work as a narrator for many films and series |
Producer | Celebrating Joe Mantegna's successful career as a producer |
Rossi | One of Joe Mantegna's memorable characters on 'Criminal Minds' |
Simpson | Joe Mantegna voiced a character in 'The Simpsons' series |
Star | A tribute to Joe Mantegna's status as a star in the entertainment industry |
Thespian | Highlighting Joe Mantegna's love and dedication to the theater |
Tony | To honor the Tony Award that Joe Mantegna won in his career |
Voicer | Joe Mantegna has lent his distinctive voice to many characters |
Writer | In honor of Joe Mantegna's talent as a writer |
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Broadway | Recognizing Frances' roots in theater |
Conroy | Paying respect to the actress' surname |
Coven | For one of the 'American Horror Story' seasons she starred in |
Critics | Frances has earned the respect of many television critics |
Drama | Frances Conroy is known for her dramatic roles |
Emmy | Frances was nominated for an Emmy for her role in 'Six Feet Under' |
Fisher | This name is a tribute to the character that Frances Conroy brought to life on 'Six Feet Under' |
Flicker | For her recurring role in 'American Horror Story: Hotel' |
Franny | A playful nod to Frances herself |
Golden | Frances won a Golden Globe for her performance in 'Six Feet Under' |
Hollywood | For the industry where she made her mark |
Horror | A nod to Frances' work in the 'American Horror Story' series |
Icon | Frances Conroy is an icon in the acting world |
Julliard | Honoring the prestigious school where Frances studied drama |
Monroe | Frances was born in Monroe, Georgia |
Primetime | Many of Frances' most notable roles were in primetime television |
Ruthie | This is a cute, pet-friendly version of the character she's most famous for |
Scream | Appreciating her contributions to the horror genre |
Screen | For the medium where she has had the most impact |
Showtime | 'Six Feet Under' was a hit show on Showtime |
Spotlight | Frances has always known how to shine in the spotlight |
Stage | Frances started her career on stage |
Starlet | To honor Frances' status as a leading lady in television |
Talented | A tribute to Frances' undeniable talent |
Thespian | For the profession that Frances has dedicated her life to |
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Bandit | Reflects the rogue characters that Elam often played |
Bounty | Elam frequently played bounty hunters in his films |
Canyon | A reference to the Western landscapes often seen in Elam's films |
Carbine | A tribute to the weapon often used by Elam's characters |
Chaps | A fun, cowboy-themed name, fitting for a dog named in Elam's honor |
Deputy | A tribute to Elam's roles as law enforcement in some of his films |
Drifter | This name is a nod to Jack Elam's roles as wanderers in Western films |
Duel | A hint to the numerous standoffs Elam's characters participated in |
Grit | A word that encapsulates the tough, resilient characters Elam portrayed |
Gunsmoke | A tribute to Elam's recurring role in the television series of the same name |
Hoss | An informal term for a strong, dependable person, much like Jack Elam's characters |
Lasso | A cowboy-themed name, reminiscent of the Western genre Elam was famous for |
Marshal | In honor of Elam's role as a marshal in the film 'Kansas City Confidential' |
Maverick | To bring to mind the independent and nonconformist characters Elam often portrayed |
Outlaw | Elam's characters were often on the wrong side of the law |
Prospector | Elam frequently played characters in search of gold or other wealth |
Rawhide | A moniker inspired by the rugged, Western ambiance which Jack Elam often portrayed |
Rider | A nod to Elam's many roles as a horse rider in Western films |
Rio | A reference to 'Rio Lobo', one of the notable movies Elam starred in |
Rustler | A reference to Elam's roles as a cattle thief in some of his films |
Saloon | To remind of the classic Western settings where Jack Elam's characters often found themselves |
Silverado | A nod to Elam's role in the 1985 film |
Sixgun | A reference to the six-shooter revolvers often used by Elam's characters |
Spaghetti | It's a humorous reference to the Spaghetti Western genre Elam was a part of |
Wagon | It's a nod to the 'Wagon Train' series in which Elam starred |
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