Welcome to our unique collection of dog names inspired by significant events and remarkable individuals born on February 23rd. Our dog names are a blend of history, pop culture, and technology, offering a broad spectrum of choices to suit every dog breed and personality.
Our first category of names draws inspiration from the strength and resilience represented by Mississippi's readmission to the U.S. in 1870 following the Civil War reconstruction. These names are indeed for dogs that display tenacity and a never-give-up spirit. The second category is influenced by the 1983 event when the United States Environmental Protection Agency took a bold step to protect the community of Times Beach, Missouri from dioxin contamination. These names are ideal for dogs that embody the spirit of protection and care for their loved ones.
Also, we have names that pay tribute to iconic TV characters and the talented actors who brought them to life. For dogs that are charming and full of wit like Skippy Handelman, you might find a suitable name in our Marc Price inspired category. If your dog is more of a sophisticated urbanite, then our Kristin Davis category, named after the famous 'Sex and the City' actress, might be more fitting.
We haven't forgotten our tech-savvy dog owners. We have a special category inspired by Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of one of the world's largest technology infrastructure companies. If your dog is smart, innovative, or simply has an uncanny knack for finding your hidden gadgets, this category is for you.
Enjoy exploring our unique and thoughtful collection of dog names. We hope these names resonate with your canine companion's personality and create a special bond between you two.
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Deuce | A tennis term, symbolizing a tight contest, like Winfield's journey in creating the game |
Diamond | A nod to the baseball diamond at Ebbets Field |
Dioxin | In honor of the 1983 cleanup of the dioxin-contaminated Times Beach, Missouri |
Director | In honor of Fonda's successful directing career |
Dixie | A nickname for the Southern U.S., where Mississippi is located |
Dodger | A tribute to the Brooklyn Dodgers whose home, Ebbets Field, began demolition in 1960 |
Dunker | Inspired by Jeff Nordgaard's professional basketball career, as dunking is a fundamental move in basketball |
Easy | In reference to Peter Fonda's famous role in 'Easy Rider' |
Ebbets | In memory of Ebbets Field, the former home of the Brooklyn Dodgers |
Eco | A nod to the environmental efforts by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in Times Beach |
Edge | Taken from 'Edge of Tomorrow,' a film Blunt starred in |
Eighties | A nod to the decade in which Howard Jones received significant success |
Elvis | Named after one of the musicians Norman Taurog worked with, Elvis is a fitting tribute |
Emancipator | A name that honors Lincoln's role in ending slavery |
Emmy | A playful nod to Emily Blunt's first name |
Enterprise | Named after the Starship Enterprise from 'Star Trek' |
Euro | In tribute to Nordgaard's basketball career in Europe |
FamilyTie | A direct reference to the popular show Marc Price starred in |
Fonda | Named after Peter Fonda himself |
Fred | Named after Fred Biletnikoff himself |
Frederic | Naming the dog Frederic could be a direct homage to George Frederic Watts |
Freedom | A tribute to the freedom symbolized by the U.S. flag raised at Iwo Jima |
Frequency | Inspired by the regulatory control of radio frequencies by the Federal Radio Commission in 1927 |
Frozen | A clear reference to the 'Frozen' films, for which Lopez composed numerous songs |
Galaxy | In honor of Barrett's roles in the space-based 'Star Trek' series |
Gale | A nod to the strong winds in a tornado |
Glamour | A nod to Melinda's past as a glamour model, a fitting name for a beautiful dog |
Goalie | A tribute to Mido's football career, as goalie is a key position in football |
Gosford | Named after 'Gosford Park,' a film Macdonald appeared in |
Gridiron | A nod to Fred Biletnikoff's career in American football |
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Activist | Honoring her work as a humanitarian |
Adoption | Signifying her experience as an adoptive mother |
Broadway | Representing her stage work in various Broadway productions |
Charlotte | This is a tribute to the character she played on 'Sex and the City.' |
Columbia | Saluting her birthplace, Boulder, Colorado |
Comedy | Celebrating her career in comedic television roles |
Cougar | An homage to her role on 'Cougar Town.' |
Cynthia | Remembering her on-screen friendship with Cynthia Nixon |
Elephant | Recognizing her efforts to protect elephants from poaching |
Emmy | Celebrating her nomination for an Emmy award |
Fashion | Symbolizing the iconic fashion influence of 'Sex and the City.' |
Gallo | Commemorating her character's last name in 'Deck the Halls.' |
Garden | In remembrance of her character's love for gardening in 'Deck the Halls.' |
Glamour | Honoring her appearances on 'Glamour' magazine covers |
Holiday | In honor of her roles in several holiday movies |
Journey | Reflecting her advocacy work with refugees |
Journey | Reflecting her advocacy work with refugees |
Manhattan | In honor of the city where 'Sex and the City' was set |
Melrose | Honoring her early role on 'Melrose Place.' |
Park | For her role in 'Blacktop,' a thriller set in a national park |
Peta | Signifying her support for animal rights organizations |
Sotheby | A nod to her character's career as an art dealer in 'Sex and the City.' |
Star | A nod to her star status in Hollywood |
Sundance | Celebrating her appearances in films premiered at the Sundance Film Festival |
Yale | Paying tribute to her alma mater, Rutgers University |
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Author | A tribute to Shirer's prolific writing career |
Berlin | The city where Shirer reported during the war, an important part of his life |
Broadcaster | In honor of Shirer's work in radio broadcasting |
Censorship | A reminder of the challenges Shirer faced in his reporting |
Chronicle | Shirer's books are considered valuable chronicles of historical events |
Correspondent | Reflecting Shirer's role as a war correspondent |
Courage | A tribute to Shirer's bravery in reporting from war zones |
Exposé | Tribute to Shirer's knack for revealing hidden truths in his work |
Historian | Signifying Shirer's vital role in documenting history |
Informer | For Shirer's role in keeping the public informed during the war |
Insight | Shirer's work offered valuable insights into the era he reported on |
Intrepid | Shirer was known for his courage as a journalist |
Journal | Representing the profession William devoted his life to |
Legacy | A tribute to the lasting impact of Shirer's work |
Liberty | Representing the freedom of speech and press that Shirer championed |
Memoir | Shirer's personal accounts offered valuable insights into history |
Narrator | Honours Shirer's ability to narrate complex events |
Pioneer | Celebrating Shirer's groundbreaking work in journalism |
Press | Honoring Shirer's dedication to the journalistic profession |
Pulitzer | Signifying journalistic excellence, aspired by Shirer |
Reich | A nod to William's seminal work, 'The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich.' |
Scribe | A nod to Shirer's passion for writing |
Shirer | A direct homage to the man himself, embodying his spirit and tenacity |
Truth | Reminding of Shirer's commitment to truth in journalism |
Witness | Reflecting Shirer's role as an eyewitness to significant historical events |
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Alienware | A nod to Dell's gaming subsidiary |
Austin | Named after the city where Dell's journey began |
Boomi | To honor Dell's cloud-based integration service |
Compellent | Named after Dell's data storage company |
Dimension | A tribute to Dell's retired computer line |
Emc2 | In honor of Dell's merger with EMC |
EqualLogic | Named after Dell's data storage company |
Force10 | A tribute to Dell's networking product line |
Innovator | To commemorate Dell's innovative spirit |
Inspiron | Inspired by Dell's Inspiron series |
Latitude | A tribute to Dell's popular laptop model |
Optiplex | Named after a popular Dell desktop series |
Pioneer | A nod to Dell's pioneering role in the tech industry |
Pivotal | A nod to Dell's software company |
PowerEdge | A nod to Dell's server line |
Precision | Named after Dell's workstation line, representing Dell's precision in technology |
Scalar | A tribute to Dell's tape backup system |
Secureworks | Named after Dell's cybersecurity company |
Streak | A nod to Dell's discontinued tablet line |
Techie | A tribute to Michael Dell's dedication to technology |
Venue | To commemorate Dell's tablet series |
Virtustream | A tribute to Dell's cloud computing company |
Vostro | After one of Dell's popular product lines |
Wyse | Named after Dell's thin client product line |
XPS | To honor Dell's high-end laptop series |
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Academy | Honoring the Royal Academy where Watts studied |
Allegory | Watts was known for his allegorical works |
Ariadne | After Watts' painting 'Ariadne in Naxos' |
Britain | Watts' home country |
Bronze | As a tribute to Watts' work in sculpture |
Canvas | Symbolic of Watts' medium |
Chiaroscuro | A technique Watts often used |
Eveleen | After Watts' wife, Eveleen Myers |
Frederic | As a nod to George Frederic Watts' middle name |
Gainsborough | After Thomas Gainsborough, Watts' inspiration |
Guild | After Watts Gallery where his works are displayed |
Hall | In honor of the National Portrait Gallery's Watts' Hall |
Hope | One of Watts' most iconic paintings |
Mammon | After Watts' well-known sculpture |
Olympian | Watts painted many subjects from Greek mythology |
Orpheus | After one of Watts' famous paintings |
Palette | Named after the artist's tool Watts used daily |
Pegasus | Watts painted 'The Rider on the White Horse', Pegasus |
Sculpture | In recognition of Watts' skills beyond painting |
Sphinx | Watts' 'The Sphinx' was a popular sculpture |
Symbolist | It's the art movement Watts is famous for |
Time | Watts' painting 'Time, Death, and Judgement' is renowned |
Titan | Watts painted 'The Titan's Breakfast' |
Victorian | Watts' era of operation |
Whisper | Watts' 'The Whisper of the Wind' was a notable work |
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Activist | Jones is well-known for his activism |
Bingley | This is a nod to his birthplace, Southampton, England. Bingley is a popular dog name in the UK |
Dreamer | In honor of Jones's hit song 'No One Is to Blame.' |
Eighties | This is when Jones enjoyed significant success, particularly in America |
Everlasting | This is a reference to his album 'Everlasting Love.' |
Futurist | Jones's music was ahead of its time |
Harmonist | Jones's music is characterized by its harmonious melodies |
Human | One of Jones's most popular songs is 'Human's Lib.' |
Icon | Jones is considered an icon of 80s music |
Innovator | Jones is known for his innovative approach to synth-pop |
Legend | This celebrates Jones's legendary status in the music industry |
Lyricist | Jones is a prolific lyricist. He wrote many of his own songs |
Melodist | Jones is renowned for his melody-driven synth-pop |
Multilingual | Jones is known for his multilingual skills |
NewWave | Jones was a significant figure in the new wave genre |
Peaceful | Many of Jones's songs promote peace and love |
Philosopher | Jones's lyrics often delve into philosophical themes |
Pianist | Jones is a classically trained pianist |
Popster | This is a nod to Jones's pop music career |
Quartet | Jones was part of the band 'Warrior.' Quartet represents a group of four musicians |
Revolution | Jones's music was revolutionary in the 80s synth-pop scene |
Romantic | Jones was a key figure in the New Romantic movement of the 1980s |
Synthy | Jones is known for his pioneering work with synthesizers |
Vegan | Jones is an ardent vegan and animal rights activist |
Warrior | The band Jones was part of before he went solo |
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