Dog Names By Day >> 12-28-2024 Dog Names

12-28-2024 Dog Names

Updated: December 28, 2024

Welcome to our special collection of dog names, inspired by some of the most uplifting events and remarkable individuals associated with December 28th. We've carefully curated this selection to give your four-legged friend a name that carries a story, a legacy, or a slice of history.

Our list pays homage to the marvels of science and humanity’s resilience in the face of nature’s challenges. A name from our list could commemorate the birth of Elizabeth Jordan Carr, America's first test-tube baby born in 1981. This name would be an excellent fit for your little miracle. Alternatively, if your puppy is a survivor or has weathered a storm, a name inspired by Tropical Storm Zeta, which formed in the open Atlantic Ocean in 2005, could be an ideal choice.

In addition, our list celebrates the life and work of notable individuals born on this day. For the fans of classic American television, names inspired by Martin Milner, the versatile actor known for his roles in 'Route 66' and 'Adam-12', might strike a chord. If family-centric dramas are more your style, consider a name related to Mackenzie Rosman, the actress who played Ruthie Camden on '7th Heaven'. History buffs might appreciate a name honoring Thomas Woodrow Wilson, the 28th president of the United States.

So, go ahead, explore this unique collection of dog names and find the perfect one that resonates with you and your pet's personality. Each name has its own tale, ready to be a part of your dog's life story.

Name	Reason to Choose
Adam	A nod to Milner's role in 'Adam-12'
Aki	A shortened, cute version of Akihito's name
Alex	A direct tribute to the actor himself, Alex Dimitriades
Allegiance	This name is after the Pledge of Allegiance, officially recognized by Congress in 1945
Archie	'Archie' can be a fun, short version of Archuleta's surname
Argenta	A nod to Argentina, where a historic moment for women's rights occurred
Astra	Latin for 'star', it symbolizes the stars and galaxies the telescope will be studying, showcasing the beauty and wonder of our universe
Atlantic	A nod to the vast ocean where Tropical Storm Zeta formed, setting a record
Bigalow	This name is a nod to the film 'Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo' that Alex starred in
Blizzard	A playful twist on Edgar Winter's surname, perfect for a white-furred dog
British	Reflects Sienna Miller's dual American-British heritage
Broker	This name is a nod to Muriel Siebert's groundbreaking role on the New York Stock Exchange
Buffy	Eliza Dushku starred in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', so this name is a tribute to that show
Bull	This name is inspired by the 'bull market', a term often used in the stock exchange
Calhoun	In honor of John C. Calhoun, who showed political integrity by resigning as Vice President
Camden	Mackenzie Rosman is best known for her role as Ruthie Camden, hence the name
Centurion	A nod to Montgomery Ward's incredible longevity in a competitive retail market
Communicator	Nichelle Nichols' character was the communications officer on the 'Star Trek' series
Cornfield	This name is a playful nod to Iowa's prominent agricultural industry
Cosmo	A nod to the cosmos that the telescope is exploring, representing the boundless potential of space exploration
Cyclone	Refers to the type of storm that Tropical Storm Zeta was, marking a record in meteorological history
Dame	As a nod to Maggie Smith's title of Dame, a British honor
Dean	A fun reference to Freas' nickname, 'Dean of Science Fiction Artists'
Denzel	Naming a dog Denzel would be a direct tribute to Denzel Washington
Deuce	Alex Dimitriades starred in 'Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo', hence the name
Dimitri	Alex's surname, Dimitriades, could be shortened to Dimitri for a dog name
Doll	Eliza also starred in the series 'Dollhouse', inspiring this name
Dushku	Eliza's unique last name would make a distinctive dog name
Edgar	Named after the American musician and songwriter himself, Edgar Winter
Eliza	A direct tribute to the actress herself, Eliza Dushku
Suggest:	Submitted!
1 2 3 4

Birthday: Frank Kelly Freas

Naming your dog after Frank Kelly Freas is a great idea for science fiction and fantasy lovers. It pays tribute to one of the most influential artists in the genre and can spark conversations about his amazing artwork and contributions to the science fiction world. It also adds a unique and artistic touch to your dog's identity.

Name	Description
Alien	A nod to the extraterrestrial beings often found in Freas's work
Astro	Freas's love for science fiction and space inspired this name
Brushstroke	A tribute to Freas's technique and skill
Canvas	Freas's medium of choice for his art
Comet	An homage to the celestial themes in Freas's work
Cosmo	A tribute to the cosmos that Freas loved to depict
Dean	After the title Freas held in the science fiction art world
Easel	The stand that would have held many of Freas's works
Eclipse	An ode to celestial phenomena often seen in science fiction
Fantasy	Honoring the genre that Freas excelled in
Galaxy	A nod to the countless space scenes depicted by the artist
Gesso	A fundamental material in the preparation of a canvas
Hugo	To commemorate the multiple times Freas was nominated for the Hugo Award
Inkwell	In honor of the traditional tool used by artists like Freas
Laser	A common element in science fiction that Freas would have enjoyed
Lunatic	After Freas's famous 'Lunatic Renaissance' art period
Mars	Named after the planet often featured in science fiction
Nebula	A tribute to the celestial bodies often featured in Freas's art
Palette	The tool that held the colors of Freas's imagination
Pencil	A tribute to Frank's primary tool in creating his masterpieces
Robot	Freas had a notable fascination with robots in his art
Satellite	Named after the man-made objects often seen in space art
Sketch	A nod to the preliminary stage in Freas's artistic process
Storyboard	A critical tool in the planning of Freas's illustrations
Vortex	A tribute to the swirling energy often seen in Freas's art
Suggest:	Submitted!

Birthday: Eliza Dushku

Choosing a name related to Eliza Dushku for your dog can be a fun and unique way to honor this talented actress. If you're a fan of her work in shows like 'Dollhouse' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', these names can serve as a daily reminder of those beloved characters and stories.

Name	Description
Action	Eliza is known for her roles in action-oriented TV shows and movies
Albanian	Eliza is proud of her Albanian heritage
Albany	A nod to Eliza's surname, Dushku, which is of Albanian origin
Boston	Born and raised in Boston, Eliza is proud of her hometown
Buffy	This name is inspired by Eliza's iconic role in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'
Charisma	Eliza is known for her charisma on and off screen
Cinema	Eliza has made her mark in the world of cinema
Dollhouse	This name comes from the series in which Eliza starred
Drama	Eliza has starred in many drama series and films
Echo	Eliza played a character named Echo in the series 'Dollhouse'
Emmy	This name is a nod to the prestigious awards in television
Faith	Eliza's character in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' was named Faith
Globe	This honors Eliza's global recognition as an actress
Hollywood	Eliza has had a successful career in Hollywood
Ink	Eliza has a love for tattoos, which can be represented by 'Ink'
Producer	In addition to acting, Eliza has also produced films
Screen	Eliza has graced both the small and big screen with her talent
Silver	This represents the silver screen, where Eliza's work is often showcased
Slayer	'Slayer' is a nod to Eliza's role in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'
Spotlight	Eliza has spent much of her career in the spotlight
Star	Eliza has been a star in the entertainment industry for many years
Stunt	Eliza often performs her own stunts in her roles
Thriller	Eliza has starred in a number of thriller films and series
Tru	Eliza was the lead in a series called 'Tru Calling'
Vampire	Eliza's breakout role was in a show about vampires
Suggest:	Submitted!

Birthday: Denzel Washington

Naming your dog after Denzel Washington isn't just a tribute to one of the most respected actors of our time, but it also reflects qualities of strength, charisma, and versatility that the actor embodies. It's a name that promises a strong personality and a loyal companion, much like the characters Denzel has played in his award-winning performances.

Name	Description
Bleek	Inspired by Washington's character in the film 'Mo' Better Blues'
Bone	After Washington's character in 'The Bone Collector'
Chamberlain	For Washington's role in the war film 'For Queen and Country'
Courage	A nod to Washington's inspiring roles and his courage as an actor
Creasy	The main character in 'Man on Fire', played by Washington
Cryer	After the surname of Washington's character in the film 'John Q'
Deja	Taken from the thriller film 'Deja Vu' where Washington played a special agent
Eli	From the post-apocalyptic film 'The Book of Eli' where Washington played the lead role
Fences	Inspired by Washington's role in the film of the same name
Glory	Tribute to the film for which Washington won his first Academy Award
HeGotGame	Taken from the movie where Washington played as a convict and former basketball player
Hoyt	In honor of the character Washington portrayed in the movie 'Training Day'
Hurricane	Due to Washington's powerful performance in 'The Hurricane'
Inside	In reference to the film 'Inside Man' where Washington played a detective
Malcolm	For Washington's portrayal of Malcolm X in the biographical drama film
Oscar	To commemorate Washington's Oscar-winning performances
Philadelphia	In honor of the film where Washington's character fought for justice
Preacher	After the character Washington played in the film 'The Preacher's Wife'
Remember	After the sports film where Washington played a high school football coach
Ricochet	After the action thriller film starring Washington
Rubin	For Washington's role as Rubin Carter in the biographical film 'The Hurricane'
SafeHouse	Named after the action thriller film starring Washington
Titans	Named after the film 'Remember the Titans' where Washington played a football coach
Virtuosity	Named after the sci-fi action film starring Washington
Whitaker	As a nod to Washington's character in the film 'Flight'
Suggest:	Submitted!

Birthday: Mackenzie Rosman

Choosing a name for your dog related to Mackenzie Rosman is a great idea, especially if you're a fan of her work. It's a unique and fun way to showcase your admiration for the actress. Naming your pet after Rosman not only adds a personal touch, but it also makes for great conversation starters when people ask about your dog's name.

Name	Description
Actress	An acknowledgment of her profession
Camden	This name is a nod to the family name from the show '7th Heaven'
Curtain	This represents the beginning and end of each performance
Director	This acknowledges the key role directors play in her profession
Drama	A playful acknowledgment of the genre she's often worked in
Emmy	An aspirational name inspired by the awards she may have aimed for
Heaven	Taken from the title of the show that brought her fame
Hollywood	A tribute to the industry that she is part of
Indie	This acknowledges the independent films she may have been a part of
Mack	A cool, shortened version of her first name
Mackenzie	Named directly after the actress herself
Oscar	A dreamy name that represents the highest recognition in acting
Premiere	A nod to the grand openings of the shows and movies she has appeared in
Reel	A tribute to the film reels that hold her performances
Rosie	A playful variant of her surname, for a very playful pup
Rosman	A reflection of her surname, this name pays homage to her family
Ruthie	A tribute to the character that Mackenzie Rosman is best recognized for
Script	A nod to the scripts she read as an actress
Silver	A reference to the silver screen, where her performances are displayed
Sitcom	A nod to the type of television series she starred in
Spotlight	A reference to the limelight that she has been in
Stage	This pays homage to the acting stage, a central aspect of her career
Starlet	A nod to her status as a star in the entertainment industry
Stellar	This highlights the level of her performances
Sundance	An homage to the prestigious film festival
Suggest:	Submitted!

Birthday: Seth Meyers

Choosing a dog name related to Seth Meyers is a great idea for fans of his comedy and television shows. Not only does it pay tribute to a beloved comedian, but it also gives a unique and fun twist to your pet's identity. Plus, it's a great conversation starter for fellow fans and a constant reminder of Meyers' humor and charm.

Name	Description
A-List	For the A-List celebrities he interviews
Broadcast	For his role in the TV industry
Comedy	For his love of humor
Cuecard	A nod to the tool often used in live shows
Emmy	Celebrating his Emmy wins
Evanston	For the town where he attended college
Finale	For the end of each entertaining show
Improv	For his improvisational skills
Laugh	For all the laughs he's brought us
Live	Representing his time on 'Saturday Night Live'
Monologue	For his famous opening monologues
Nightcap	In honor of his late-night show
Northwestern	For his alma mater
NYC	Representative of where his show is filmed
Premiere	For his first show as host
Producer	Commemorating his role behind the scenes
Rerun	For the countless replays of his shows
Showtime	In honor of his time on air
Sketch	A tribute to Seth's comedy roots
Standby	A nod to the standby tickets for his show
Standup	For his beginnings in stand-up comedy
Stefon	After a famous character from SNL
Teleprompter	For the tool used in his monologues
Weekend	For his work on 'Weekend Update' on SNL
Witty	For his sharp sense of humor
Suggest:	Submitted!