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1600s Dog Names

Updated: July 15, 2024

Welcome to a unique collection of canine appellations derived from a distinctive historical period. This page is dedicated to the fascinating world of dog monikers that were prevalent during the 17th century. This era, also known as the 1600s, was rich in culture, arts, and literature, and this richness is reflected in the pet names used during that time.

The period we're exploring is marked by profound transformations in various aspects of society, with notable events such as the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the early colonial period. These societal shifts, along with the evolution of languages, led to an array of unique and meaningful names for canine companions. Here, you'll discover a list of names as timeless as history itself. Each name tells a story and carries with it a piece of the past, ready to be bestowed upon your beloved pet.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a classic literature lover, or simply someone in search of a unique name for your new furry friend, you'll find this collection intriguing. These names, carrying the weight and charm of the centuries past, promise to lend an air of elegance and historical significance to your pet. Delve into the past and discover a name that resonates with both the personality of your dog and your love for history.

Name	Reason to Choose
Abel	Derived from a biblical name prevalent during the 1600s
Ajax	Heroes from Greek mythology, like Ajax, inspired dog names in the 1600s
Alden	Common among pilgrims of 17th century
Ambrose	Named after a popular saint during the 17th century
Amos	Amos was a common name in the 1600s, often associated with the biblical prophet of the same name
Barnaby	Frequently used in Elizabethan times
Bartholomew	Biblical names were in vogue during this period
Benedict	A popular saint's name, common in the 17th century
Bernard	This name was popular in France during the 1600s
Bravo	Words expressing bravery, like Bravo, were used as dog names in the 1600s
Brutus	In the 17th century, people often named their dogs after famous Romans, like Brutus
Caesar	Historical figures like Julius Caesar were popular sources of names during the 1600s
Chester	After a prominent English city, known since the 17th century
Cicero	Famous Roman orators, like Cicero, were a popular source of dog names in the 1600s
Clarence	A noble English name popular in the 17th century
Clement	Popular men's name in the 1600s
Cyrus	Named after a prominent Persian king
Dante	Poets like Dante Alighieri were often commemorated through dog names in the 1600s
Desmond	An Irish surname turned first name, common in the 1600s
Dorian	Originates from Greece, a country with significant influence in the 1600s
Drake	Names of famous explorers, such as Sir Francis Drake, were often used for dogs during this period
Dudley	Derived from a notable English noble family
Duncan	Scottish names were popular in the 1600s
Elias	Biblical names were widely used in the 1600s
Elijah	Biblical names such as Elijah were common during the 1600s
Ephraim	Biblical names like this one were very popular during this era
Ernest	A German name that was popular in England during the 1600s
Euclid	Ancient Greek mathematicians, like Euclid, were occasionally used as inspiration for dog names in the 1600s
Ezekiel	Common amongst Puritans in the 17th century
Falstaff	Shakespearean characters, like Falstaff, were often used as dog names in the 1600s
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Names from 1600s Mythology

Many myths and legends from the 1600s feature dogs or dog-like creatures, these can be a source of unique and creative dog names.

Name	Description
Achilles	Achilles, a Greek hero of the Trojan War, was a well-known character in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Apollo	The 1600s mythology often features Apollo, the god of music, poetry, and the sun
Apollo	The 1600s mythology often features Apollo, the god of music, poetry, and the sun
Ares	Ares was the Greek god of war, popular in 1600s mythology
Artemis	Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, was a well-known character in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Athena	Athena, the goddess of wisdom, was a significant figure in Greek mythology in the 1600s
Atlas	Atlas, who held up the sky in Greek mythology, was a well-known character in the 1600s
Atlas	Atlas, who held up the sky in Greek mythology, was a well-known character in the 1600s
Balder	Balder was a beloved figure from Norse mythology, often featured in 1600s works
Cupid	Cupid, the Roman god of love, often appeared in 1600s mythology
Diana	Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, was a popular figure in 1600s mythology
Fenrir	From Norse mythology, Fenrir was a monstrous wolf, a character often found in 1600s mythology
Hades	Hades, ruler of the underworld, was a prominent character in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Hector	Hector, a Trojan prince from Greek mythology, was frequently featured in 1600s works
Hephaestus	Hephaestus, the god of fire and metalworking, was frequently featured in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Hera	Hera, the queen of the gods, was frequently depicted in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Hermes	In Greek mythology, Hermes was the messenger of the gods, a popular figure in 1600s
Jupiter	Derived from Roman mythology, Jupiter was the king of gods during the 1600s
Loki	Loki, the trickster god, was a notable character in Norse mythology during the 1600s
Mars	Mars, the Roman god of war, was a notable character in 1600s mythology
Odin	Odin, a major god in Norse mythology, was frequently depicted in 1600s stories
Perseus	Perseus, a demigod hero, was a popular character in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Poseidon	Poseidon, the god of the sea, was an essential character in Greek mythology during the 1600s
Thor	In Norse mythology, popular during the 1600s, Thor was the god of thunder
Zeus	Zeus, the king of the gods, was a significant figure in Greek mythology in the 1600s
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Names from 1600s Art

The 1600s was a time of great artistic expression, and dogs in famous paintings or sculptures could provide interesting names.

Name	Description
Bernini	For the dog with a sculptural elegance, like Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Canova	Named after Antonio Canova, the famous Italian sculptor
Caravaggio	For the dog with a dramatic flair, like the Italian artist Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio
Constable	From John Constable, known for his landscape paintings
Degas	In honour of Edgar Degas, a French artist famous for his pastel drawings
Delacroix	Named after Eugène Delacroix, a leading artist of the French Romantic era
Elisabetta	In honour of Elisabetta Sirani, an Italian Baroque painter
Gentileschi	Paying homage to Artemisia Gentileschi, a prominent female artist of the era
Goya	For the dog with a bold spirit, like the Spanish romantic painter Francisco Goya
Hals	After Frans Hals, known for his impressive portrait work
Ingres	A nod to Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, a neoclassical French painter
Lorrain	For the dog with a sense of grandeur, like the French painter Claude Lorrain
Manet	After Édouard Manet, a pivotal figure in the transition to Impressionism
Monet	For the dog with a colourful personality, like the founder of French Impressionist painting, Claude Monet
Murillo	After Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, known for his religious works
Poussin	From Nicolas Poussin, the leader of the classical French Baroque style
Raphael	From the renowned Italian painter and architect, Raphael
Rembrandt	Inspired by the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
Reni	Named after Guido Reni, the Italian painter of high-Baroque style
Rubens	In honour of Peter Paul Rubens, the Flemish Baroque painter
Titian	After the Italian painter Tiziano Vecellio, better known as Titian
Turner	In honour of J. M. W. Turner, known for his expressive watercolour landscapes
Velazquez	Named after Diego Velázquez, a significant figure of European art
Vermeer	Drawn from Johannes Vermeer, celebrated for his detailed domestic interiors
Vouet	Drawn from Simon Vouet, the French painter who influenced the Baroque style
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Names from 1600s Explorers

The 1600s was a time of exploration and discovery, and naming a dog after a famous explorer from this era could be meaningful.

Name	Description
Amerigo	Named after Amerigo Vespucci, the explorer after whom America is named
Baffin	William Baffin, a British explorer, is the namesake for this choice
Balboa	Named after Vasco Núñez de Balboa, a Spanish explorer known for his successful expeditions
Cabot	John Cabot was a significant explorer during the 16th century, making this a fitting name
Cartier	Jacques Cartier, a French explorer, is the influence for this name
Champlain	Named after Samuel de Champlain, a prominent French explorer
Columbus	This name is inspired by Christopher Columbus, who was a famous explorer in the 1600s
Cook	Captain James Cook, a British explorer, provides inspiration for this name
Cortes	Inspired by Hernan Cortes, a Spanish conquistador known for his expeditions in the 16th century
Davis	John Davis, an English explorer, lends his name to this option
DeLeon	Named after Juan Ponce de León, a Spanish explorer known for his exploration of Florida
Drake	Sir Francis Drake, a renowned 1600s explorer, is the inspiration for this name
Frobisher	Martin Frobisher, an English explorer, is the source of this name
Hudson	Henry Hudson, a noted explorer, is the inspiration behind this name
Joliet	Louis Joliet, a Canadian explorer, makes this name suitable for a dog
LaSalle	René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, a French explorer, provides the basis for this name
Livingstone	David Livingstone, a Scottish explorer, is the inspiration behind this name
Magellan	Ferdinand Magellan's explorations in the 1600s make this name perfect for an adventurous dog
Marquette	This name is inspired by Jacques Marquette, a French explorer known for his North American expeditions
Pizarro	This name honors the explorer Francisco Pizarro who led expeditions in the 1600s
Ponce	Inspired by Juan Ponce de León, a Spanish explorer and conquistador
Stanley	Henry Morton Stanley, a Welsh-American explorer, makes this a fitting name
Tasman	Inspired by Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer known for his voyages
Vasco	Vasco da Gama, a famous Portuguese explorer, lends his name to this choice
Verrazzano	Named after Giovanni da Verrazzano, an Italian explorer
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Names from 1600s Literature

Many classic literature pieces were written in the 1600s, and dogs in these works can provide unique name ideas.

Name	Description
Beatrice	A character from Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing'
Benedick	Also a character from 'Much Ado About Nothing' by Shakespeare
Candide	Inspired by Voltaire's novel 'Candide'
Clarissa	Named after the eponymous heroine of Samuel Richardson's novel 'Clarissa'
Cordelia	The youngest and most honest of King Lear's daughters in Shakespeare's 'King Lear'
Crusoe	Named after the main character in Daniel Defoe's novel 'Robinson Crusoe'
Demetrius	Another character from 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare
Desdemona	From the tragic heroine in 'Othello' by William Shakespeare
Feste	A character from the play 'Twelfth Night' by William Shakespeare
Gulliver	Taken from the main character in Jonathan Swift's 'Gulliver's Travels'
Hamlet	The name of the Prince of Denmark in Shakespeare's tragedy
Hermione	A character from 'The Winter's Tale' by William Shakespeare
Horatio	A loyal friend in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'
Lear	Inspired by the tragic character in 'King Lear' by Shakespeare
Lysander	A character from 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare
Malvolio	A character from 'Twelfth Night' by Shakespeare
Oberon	The Fairy King in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare
Othello	A character from a famous Shakespearean tragedy
Pamela	The title character of Samuel Richardson's novel 'Pamela; or, Virtue Rewarded'
Prospero	The protagonist of 'The Tempest', a play by Shakespeare
Puck	A character from 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare
Roxana	Inspired by the main character in Daniel Defoe's novel 'Roxana'
Titania	The Fairy Queen in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare
Trinculo	Another character from 'The Tempest' by Shakespeare
Viola	The heroine of 'Twelfth Night' by William Shakespeare
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Names from Royal Dogs

The 1600s was a period of monarchy in many parts of the world, and the names of royal dogs could be dominant during this time.

Name	Description
Bess	Queen Elizabeth I had a dog with this name
Chase	A dog of King James I had this name
Cupid	This name was used for a dog of Queen Anne
Dash	Queen Victoria's King Charles Spaniel was named this
Dido	A dog of Mary II bore this name
Fido	This was the name of a dog owned by Queen Victoria
Flora	A dog of Queen Anne bore this name
Jewel	Queen Elizabeth I had a dog named this
Juno	A dog of Queen Anne bore this name
Merry	This was the name of a dog belonging to King Charles II
Mopsey	A dog of Queen Anne bore this name
Nero	A dog of King Charles II bore this name
Pluto	Queen Anne had a dog named this
Pompey	This name was used for the favorite lapdog of Prince William III of England
Prince	This was the name of a dog belonging to King Charles II
Rascal	This was the name of a dog belonging to King William III
Rover	A dog owned by King William III had this name
Ruby	This was the name of a dog owned by Queen Victoria
Rufus	This was the name of a dog belonging to King James I
Spot	Queen Victoria had a dog named this
Sweep	A dog of King James II had this name
Tinker	This was the name of a dog owned by King William III
Toy	This was the name of a dog belonging to King James II
Turk	This was the name of King James I's favorite hunting dog
Venus	This was the name of a dog owned by Queen Victoria
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