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2015 Dog Names

Updated: May 13, 2024

Welcome to our curated list of canine monikers, dedicated to the most popular and unique choices that gained traction in the year 2015. This was a year marked by a significant shift in pet name trends, influenced by pop culture, celebrities, and even food trends. We have compiled an extensive list to inspire and guide you in naming your furry friend.

Our comprehensive list is more than just a compilation of names; it is a reflection of how our favorite animals are an integral part of our lives and culture. From names inspired by blockbuster movies to those taken from favorite literary characters, 2015 saw a creative surge in pet nomenclature. Dive in and relive the year while choosing the perfect name for your new companion.

Whether you're welcoming a new pup into your home, or simply curious about the naming trends of 2015, our list is sure to entertain and inspire. Reminisce the past or find a unique name that stands the test of time. Remember, a pet's name can be a reflection of their personality, your personal tastes, or even the zeitgeist of the times. Enjoy this nostalgic journey back to 2015!

Name	Reason to Choose
Adele	'Hello' by Adele was a hit song in 2015
Apollo	Inspired by the Greek god, a popular theme in movies and TV shows in 2015
Archer	The TV show Archer was a fan favorite in 2015
Arya	Game of Thrones' popularity in 2015 led to an increase in dogs named Arya
Bailey	Origin is English, meaning 'bailiff'. Perfect for a guard dog
Bandit	For a dog with a mischievous streak
Barney	Inspired by the character from How I Met Your Mother
Bear	Perfect for a large, cuddly dog
Bella	Inspired by the popular Twilight series, which remained a cultural phenomenon into 2015
Beyonce	Beyonce’s fame and influence continued to rise in 2015
Bieber	Inspired by the pop star Justin Bieber
Bing	A tribute to the character Chandler Bing from Friends
Biscuit	For a dog as sweet as a cookie
Blu	Inspired by the character from the movie Rio 2
Bolt	Inspired by the popular animated film about a super dog
Bruno	Italian origin, meaning 'brown'. Ideal for a brown colored dog
Bucky	The character Bucky Barnes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe was popular in 2015
Buddy	For a dog who is more than just a pet, but a friend
Buster	For a dog with a big personality
Cersei	Game of Thrones character Cersei Lannister
Charlie	Inspired by the release of the Peanuts Movie in 2015
Chester	Latin origin, meaning 'fortress'. Ideal for a protective, guard dog
Chewbacca	The release of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' in 2015 inspired many to name their dogs Chewbacca
Chloe	Greek origin, meaning 'green shoot'. Ideal for a young, energetic dog
Coco	A sweet name, perfect for a brown dog
Cumberbatch	Inspired by actor Benedict Cumberbatch
Daisy	After the beautiful, simple flower
Dexter	Inspired by the TV show, which remained popular in 2015
Diesel	For a strong, powerful dog
Drake	Drake's album 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late' was released in 2015
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Unique Names

Uncommon or unique dog names used in 2015

Name	Description
Aero	Derived from aero, which means 'air', it's a fitting name for a swift dog
Boomer	This name has an energetic vibe, perfect for an active dog
Cayenne	Named after a hot pepper, it's ideal for a feisty little pup
Dynamo	A great choice for a dog that's full of energy and vitality
Elixir	As a name, it conveys a sense of magic and wonderment
Flint	Perfect for a resilient and strong dog
Gusto	It's a unique name that means 'enjoyment or vigor in doing something'
Havoc	A good match for a dog that loves causing playful chaos
Ink	It's a cool and unique name, especially for a black dog
Jazz	A great name for a dog with a lively and free-spirited nature
Karma	A name with a spiritual tone, perfect for a soulful dog
Lumen	A unique name that means 'light', ideal for a dog that brightens your day
Mango	It's a fun, tropical-inspired name
Nimbus	Inspired by clouds, it's a great name for a fluffy dog
Orbit	A unique, celestial name for a dog
Pixel	A modern, tech-inspired name
Quartz	A unique name inspired by the beautiful mineral
Rumble	A strong, unique name for a large breed dog
Spice	A fun and unique name for a dog with a bold personality
Tango	A lively name, perfect for a dog that loves to dance around
Ursa	Inspired by the constellation, it's a unique name for a dog
Vesper	A unique, twilight-inspired name for a dog
Whirl	A fun, unique name for a dog that loves to spin
Xeno	A unique name with a cool, sci-fi vibe
Yeti	A fun, unique name for a fluffy, white dog
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Movie Inspired Names

Names inspired by popular movies or movie characters in 2015

Name	Description
Bane	From the villain in 'The Dark Knight Rises', which was one of the highest-grossing films of 2012
Bella	A popular name due to the 'Twilight' series, which concluded in 2012
Buzz	The name of a popular 'Toy Story' character, a movie franchise with a sequel released in 2010
Django	Taken from 'Django Unchained', a popular Quentin Tarantino film that was released in 2012
Dory	Inspired by the popular character from 'Finding Nemo', who had her own sequel in 2016
Elsa	The main character of 'Frozen', one of the most successful animated films of all time released in 2013
Frodo	From the 'Lord of the Rings' film trilogy, which had a high-grossing prequel in 2012
Fury	Inspired by the 2014 war film 'Fury', starring Brad Pitt
Galadriel	The name of a 'Lord of the Rings' character, which remained in the public eye due to 'The Hobbit' movies
Gandalf	Another character from the 'Lord of the Rings' series, which was still highly popular in this period
Groot	From the character in 'Guardians of the Galaxy', a Marvel film released in 2014
Hermione	One of the main characters in the 'Harry Potter' series, which is still popular in pop culture
Hulk	Inspired by the Marvel superhero who had a significant role in 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' in 2015
Katniss	The protagonist of 'The Hunger Games' series, with the final film released in 2015
Loki	The name of the antagonist in the 'Thor' and 'Avengers' movies, which were very popular in this period
Max	Taken from 'Mad Max: Fury Road', one of the most acclaimed films of 2015
Neytiri	From the female lead in 'Avatar', the highest-grossing film of all time until 2019
Olaf	One of the most beloved characters from 'Frozen', released in 2013
Pippin	Inspired by the 'Lord of the Rings' character, due to the enduring popularity of the franchise
Rocky	Inspired by the boxing film series, especially due to the spin-off 'Creed' that came out in 2015
Sherlock	Inspired by the detective character, especially due to the success of the BBC series and the 2011 movie
Shrek	From the title character of the popular animated series, which had a spin-off in 2011
Simba	This name was inspired by the main character in the 'The Lion King' which was re-released in 3D in 2011
Thor	Taken from the Marvel superhero, who appeared in several hit films during this period
Yoda	Inspired by the iconic 'Star Wars' character, especially after the release of 'The Force Awakens' in 2015
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Literary Names

Names taken from popular literature or book characters in 2015

Name	Description
Ahab	Captain from 'Moby Dick' by Herman Melville
Atticus	Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' protagonist
Bennet	'Pride and Prejudice' family name by Jane Austen
Beowulf	Epic hero in Old English literature
Bilbo	'The Hobbit's protagonist by J.R.R. Tolkien
Darcy	'Pride and Prejudice' character by Jane Austen
Gatsby	Taken from F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'
Gulliver	'Gulliver's Travels' protagonist by Jonathan Swift
Heathcliff	'Wuthering Heights' character by Emily Bronte
Hermione	Harry Potter's smart friend, character by J.K. Rowling
Hester	'The Scarlet Letter' character by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Holden	'The Catcher in the Rye's protagonist by J.D. Salinger
Huckleberry	Inspired by Mark Twain's character Huckleberry Finn
Katniss	Inspired by the protagonist of 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins
Lolita	Title character in Vladimir Nabokov's controversial novel
Maugrim	Wolf character from 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis
Moby	Inspired by 'Moby Dick' by Herman Melville
Orwell	In honor of George Orwell, famous for '1984' and 'Animal Farm'
Pip	Protagonist of 'Great Expectations' by Charles Dickens
Poirot	Agatha Christie's famous detective
Quixote	From 'Don Quixote' by Miguel de Cervantes
Radley	Inspired by Boo Radley from 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee
Rochester	Mr. Rochester from 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte
Scout	The narrator of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee
Sherlock	Famous detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Celebrity Inspired Names

Names inspired by popular celebrities or their pets in 2015

Name	Description
Adele	Named after the soulful British singer
Aniston	Named after actress Jennifer Aniston
Beyonce	Inspired by the famous singer and performer
Clooney	For fans of the actor George Clooney
Cumberbatch	In honor of actor Benedict Cumberbatch
Depp	A nod to actor Johnny Depp
Drake	Paying homage to the Canadian rapper
Ellen	In honor of the beloved talk show host Ellen DeGeneres
Gaga	Inspired by the eccentric pop star Lady Gaga
Hanks	For fans of actor Tom Hanks
Hemsworth	Paying homage to actor Chris Hemsworth
Jenner	Inspired by the reality TV star Caitlyn Jenner
Jolie	For admirers of Angelina Jolie
Jonas	For admirers of the Jonas Brothers band
Kanye	Rapper Kanye West serves as the inspiration
Kardashian	A nod to the famous reality TV family
Lawrence	For fans of actress Jennifer Lawrence
Madonna	In honor of the queen of pop
Oprah	Named after the iconic media mogul
Perry	Named after pop singer Katy Perry
Pitt	Inspired by the Hollywood star Brad Pitt
Rihanna	For admirers of the Barbadian singer
Streep	Paying tribute to actress Meryl Streep
Swift	For fans of the pop star Taylor Swift
Theron	Inspired by actress Charlize Theron
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Popular Names

Most commonly used dog names in 2015

Name	Description
Bailey	This name has a friendly and approachable feel, much like many dogs
Bella	This name has consistently topped the charts due to its allure and the popularity of the Twilight series
Bruno	Named after the popular singer, Bruno Mars, it has gained popularity
Buddy	People often consider their dogs as their best pals, hence this name's popularity
Charlie	Many people love to name their dogs after their favorite characters, like Charlie Brown
Chloe	It’s chic and classy, much like the high-end fashion brand
Cooper	This name is popular for its friendly and lovable connotations
Daisy	The charm of flowers and nature is often reflected in popular dog names
Duke	It's a name that conveys strength and nobility
Jack	It’s a straightforward and classic name that never goes out of style
Leo	It's a strong, regal name that's been on the rise
Lily	Floral names like this one are always in style
Lola	It’s fun to say and fun to hear, making it a popular choice
Lucy	A traditional name that is both feminine and cute
Max	A simple, yet classic name that resonates with many dog owners
Milo	It's a name that's both cute and easy to call out
Molly	Because of its warm and friendly connotations, it's a favorite for many
Oliver	Inspired by the classic literary character, it’s a favourite among dog owners
Riley	It's familiar and friendly, making it a popular choice for dogs
Rocky	Inspired by the classic film character, it’s a favourite among dog owners
Roxy	It's energetic and fun, just like many dogs
Ruby	This gemstone name is cherished for its warmth and brightness
Sadie	It's a name that sounds sweet and is easy to call out
Stella	It's a name that suggests both character and charm
Zeus	Owners of big dogs often like this majestic name
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