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2013 Dog Names

Updated: May 23, 2024

Welcome to a unique compilation of pet labels that soared in popularity during the year 2013. This year witnessed an interesting blend of traditional and trendy names being chosen for man's best friend. The names listed on this page are a reflection of the times, showcasing the influences of popular culture, historic events, and personal preferences that shaped the naming trends of that year.

Dog lovers of 2013 seemed to have a penchant for human-like names, demonstrating the deep emotional connections between humans and their loyal companions. Yet, the list isn't devoid of the classic and evergreen options either. Whether you are conducting a research, seeking inspiration for naming your new furry friend or simply reminiscing the past, this page offers a comprehensive catalogue of dog names that reigned in 2013.

So, embark on this nostalgic journey to revisit the dog names that once captured hearts and minds. Who knows, you might even stumble upon a name that perfectly encapsulates your pet's personality or sparks a special memory from this particular year!

Name	Reason to Choose
Adele	Named after the singer who won an Oscar for Best Original Song in 2013
Archie	Names from classic comic books, like Archie, were in vogue in 2013
Arya	Another character from Game of Thrones
Astrid	How to Train Your Dragon was a popular movie
Bailey	A popular name choice due to the popular Bailey's Irish Cream drink
Bandit	The name had a resurgence in 2013 thanks to its association with adventure and mischief
Barbie	The toy's popularity never fades
Bear	The name was popular due to the cuddly association with the animal
Bella	It was one of the most popular names for female dogs due to the Twilight series
Bieber	Justin Bieber's fanbase was strong
Biscuit	Food-related names were a fun trend for pet names in 2013
Blu	The protagonist of the 2013 movie, Rio 2
Brownie	Sweet food names were a popular trend for pet names in 2013
Bruno	This name was popular due to the singer Bruno Mars
Buddy	It is a classic dog name that was still popular in 2013
Buster	The popularity of this name was due to the character from Arrested Development
Caramel	Sweet treat names were popular among pet owners in 2013
Casper	The popularity of this name was due to the friendly ghost character
Charlie	The popularity of this name was due to the Charlie Brown series
Chloe	The name was a popular choice for its feminine and classy sound
Cloud	In 2013, names inspired by nature and the sky were popular
Coco	It had a surge in popularity due to the fashion icon, Coco Chanel
Cooper	This name was popular due to the actor Bradley Cooper
Cruise	Tom Cruise's popularity in 2013
Cupcake	Sweet treat-inspired names were popular among pet owners in 2013
Daisy	This name was in the trend due to its use in the 'Great Gatsby' movie
Darth	Star Wars names remained popular
Denzel	Denzel Washington was a popular actor
Dexter	The name was popular in 2013 due to the success of the TV show of the same name
Dobby	Harry Potter-related names were still going strong in 2013
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Nature Inspired Names

Names inspired by nature, including elements, animals, plants, etc., which were popular in 2013.

Name	Description
Acorn	Derived from the small, yet mighty seed of the oak tree
Aspen	Named after the aspen tree, popular for its vibrant yellow fall color
Berry	Reflects the small, sweet fruits found in nature
Blossom	A name that signifies new beginnings and the beauty of nature
Breeze	A name synonymous with the gentle winds of nature
Cypress	Taken from the cypress tree, a symbol of longevity and endurance
Daisy	Inspired by the simple yet beautiful daisy flower
Echo	A name that brings to mind the sound of nature in open spaces
Fern	Named after the lush, green fern plant
Flint	Named after the hard, sedimentary rock often found in nature
Hazel	Inspired by the hazel tree, known for its nuts and beautiful foliage
Juniper	Named after the juniper tree, which is known for its berries and aromatic qualities
Maple	Named after the maple tree which is recognized for its spectacular fall color
Marigold	Named after the bright and cheerful marigold flower
Meadow	This name represents open, grassy fields, reflecting a peaceful and natural environment
Moss	This name is inspired by the soft, green plant that grows in moist, shady locations
Pebble	This name is derived from small stones found on beaches and river beds
Pine	Inspired by the pine tree, known for its evergreen qualities
Rain	A symbol of life and rejuvenation inspired by the natural weather phenomenon
River	Taken from nature's flowing water body, symbolizing continuity and movement
Sky	A name that represents the vastness and beauty of the natural world above us
Spruce	Derived from the majestic spruce tree, a symbol of strength and endurance
Sunset	A name that signifies the beautiful end of a day
Thistle	Inspired by the thistle plant, known for its unique and resilient nature
Willow	This dog name is inspired by the willow tree, known for its grace and flexibility
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Movie Character Names

Names taken from popular film characters of movies released in 2013.

Name	Description
Aragorn	'The Lord of the Rings' character inspired this dog name
Balboa	Rocky Balboa from the 'Rocky' series is the inspiration behind this name
Bambi	This name is inspired by the title character in Disney's 'Bambi'
Buzz	This name is inspired by Buzz Lightyear, a character in the 'Toy Story' series
Darth	This name is taken from the iconic 'Star Wars' character, Darth Vader
Django	A character from Quentin Tarantino's 'Django Unchained' inspired this name
Elsa	The character from 'Frozen' inspired this dog name
Frodo	A character in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy is the inspiration here
Gandalf	Fans of 'The Lord of the Rings' series often name their pets after this character
Gollum	Fans of 'The Lord of the Rings' series might name their dog after this character
Goose	A character from 'Top Gun' is the inspiration for this pet name
Hercules	This name is a nod to the Disney character
Hulk	This name is inspired by the Marvel Comics character, popularized in movies
Kermit	This name is inspired by Kermit, a character from 'The Muppets'
McLovin	'Superbad' fans might name their dog after this character
Mufasa	The character Mufasa from 'The Lion King' inspired this name
Nemo	A character from 'Finding Nemo' gave rise to this dog name
Pocahontas	This name is inspired by the titular character in Disney's 'Pocahontas'
Rocky	This name is a nod to the titular character in the 'Rocky' series
Simba	This is a popular character from the 1994 film 'The Lion King'
Spartacus	This name is a nod to the title character in the film 'Spartacus'
Sully	This name is inspired by the character from 'Monsters, Inc.'
Thor	This name is taken from the Marvel superhero, featured in several films
Woody	This name references Woody from the 'Toy Story' series
Yoda	'Star Wars' enthusiasts might name their dog after this character
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TV Show Names

Names derived from popular TV shows that aired in 2013.

Name	Description
Amy	Named after Amy Farrah Fowler from 'The Big Bang Theory'
Arya	Arya Stark from 'Game of Thrones' is the inspiration for this name
Barney	Inspired by the character Barney Stinson from 'How I Met Your Mother' which was in its peak during 2013
Carrie	This is a nod to the lead character of 'Homeland', Carrie Mathison
Cersei	This name is a nod to Cersei Lannister from 'Game of Thrones'
Daenerys	This name is inspired by a character from the hit series 'Game of Thrones' which aired in 2013
Daryl	Inspired by Daryl Dixon, a character from the hit show 'The Walking Dead'
Dexter	This references the popular crime drama series that aired from 2006 to 2013
Heisenberg	Named after the pseudonym used by Walter White in the popular series 'Breaking Bad' which ended in 2013
Hodor	Named after the loveable character from 'Game of Thrones'
Jesse	Inspired by Jesse Pinkman from 'Breaking Bad'
Lannister	Inspired by the powerful family from 'Game of Thrones'
Leonard	Inspired by Leonard Hofstadter from 'The Big Bang Theory'
Lily	This name is a nod to Lily Aldrin from 'How I Met Your Mother'
Marshall	Named after Marshall Eriksen from 'How I Met Your Mother'
Meredith	This name is a nod to Meredith Grey from the medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' which was very popular in 2013
Penny	Named after the popular character from the sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory'
Raj	This name is a nod to Raj Koothrappali from 'The Big Bang Theory'
Robin	Robin Scherbatsky from 'How I Met Your Mother' is the inspiration for this name
Sansa	This name is taken from Sansa Stark, a character from 'Game of Thrones'
Sheldon	This name is derived from Sheldon Cooper, a character from the sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory'
Skyler	Inspired by Skyler White from 'Breaking Bad'
Ted	Ted Mosby from 'How I Met Your Mother' inspired this name
Tyrion	Named after Tyrion Lannister, a character from 'Game of Thrones'
Walter	Named after the lead character from 'Breaking Bad', Walter White
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Celebrity Inspired Names

Names inspired by famous celebrities or their pets, which were popular in 2013.

Name	Description
Adele	Named after Adele, who won an Oscar for her song 'Skyfall' in 2013
Aniston	Jennifer Aniston's 'We're the Millers' was a 2013 box office hit
Beyonce	Inspired by popular singer Beyonce who released her self-titled album in 2013
Bruno	Bruno Mars' 'Unorthodox Jukebox' won Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2013 Grammy Awards
Drake	Named after popular rapper Drake, who was at the peak of his career in 2013
Ellen	Influenced by Ellen DeGeneres, a popular talk show host, known for her love of animals
Gaga	Lady Gaga released her album 'Artpop' in 2013
Galifianakis	Zach Galifianakis starred in the popular movie 'The Hangover Part III' in 2013
Gandalf	Gandalf is a character from 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' which was released in 2013
Gatsby	The Great Gatsby movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, was a big hit in 2013
Hanks	Tom Hanks starred in the critically acclaimed movie 'Captain Phillips' in 2013
Hathaway	Anne Hathaway won an Academy Award for 'Les Misérables' in 2013
Heisenberg	Heisenberg is a character from 'Breaking Bad', which aired its final season in 2013
Lawrence	In 2013, Jennifer Lawrence won an Oscar for 'Silver Linings Playbook'
Loki	The character Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston, gained popularity in 'Thor: The Dark World' in 2013
Miley	Miley Cyrus made headlines in 2013 with her song 'Wrecking Ball'
Oprah	Oprah Winfrey received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013
Perry	Katy Perry's album 'Prism' was a hit in 2013
Pitt	Brad Pitt starred in the popular movie 'World War Z' in 2013
Rihanna	Rihanna was named the top artist of 2013 by Billboard
Swift	Taylor Swift's 'Red Tour' was a major event in 2013
Tatum	Channing Tatum starred in 'White House Down' in 2013
Thicke	Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines' was the best-selling single of 2013
Timberlake	Justin Timberlake made a successful return to music in 2013 with 'The 20/20 Experience'
Washington	Kerry Washington's show 'Scandal' was a hit in 2013
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Popular Names

To include the most commonly chosen dog names in 2013.

Name	Description
Bailey	Popular among both male and female dogs for its unisex appeal
Bella	Inspired by the Twilight series which was popular during this time
Buddy	A classic dog name symbolizing companionship
Charlie	Chosen for its friendly and playful connotation
Chloe	A chic, feminine name often chosen for smaller breeds
Coco	A cute and playful name suitable for any breed
Cooper	Favored for its strong, masculine sound
Daisy	Popular for its association with sweetness and innocence
Dexter	Became popular due to the TV show of the same name
Duke	A noble name often chosen for larger, dignified breeds
Ginger	A popular choice for red or orange-colored dogs
Jake	A strong, masculine name for dogs
Leo	An easy-to-remember name that's loved for its astrological significance
Lucy	Remains a favorite due to its timeless appeal
Luna	Gained popularity due to the rise in space-related names
Max	A common choice due to its simplicity and ease of pronunciation
Milo	Rising in popularity due to the movie 'Milo and Otis'
Molly	A name that's both cute and easy to call out
Riley	Popular for its Irish origins and unisex appeal
Rocky	Popular among boxing fans and lovers of the Rocky film series
Rosie	A charming, feminine name perfect for a lovable pet
Ruby	A precious name for a precious pet, often chosen for its gemstone meaning
Sadie	Favored for its old-fashioned charm
Toby	A friendly, approachable name that's easy to call
Zoe	A short, sweet name that dogs respond well to
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