Welcome dog lovers! This page is dedicated to a unique selection of dog names inspired by the illustrious careers and achievements of three notable personalities who all share their birthdays on the 11th of July. These names are not only unique but are also a celebration of the positive contributions these individuals have made in their respective fields - music, acting, and directing.
Firstly, we acknowledge Lil Kim, an incredible Grammy Award-winning rapper, songwriter, and actress who gained fame as part of the group Junior M.A.F.I.A. Her powerful lyrics and groundbreaking style have made her a global icon. Next, we recognize Suzanne Vega, an American singer-songwriter, whose popular hits like 'Luka' and 'Tom's Diner' have resonated with millions. Lastly, we salute David Henrie, a talented actor and director, best known for his role in the Disney Channel show 'Wizards of Waverly Place'.
Each of these celebrities has brought joy and inspiration to many, and what better way to commemorate their influence than by naming your beloved pets after them. So, here's to finding the perfect name for your canine companion that's as special as they are!
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Alessia | Named after the Grammy Award-winning singer herself |
Badger | Badger is a nod to Tommy Thompson's service as Governor of Wisconsin, the Badger State |
Bush | Thompson served under President George W. Bush, hence the name Bush |
Canadian | An homage to Alessia Cara's nationality |
Charlotte | Charlotte is the main character in White's book, 'Charlotte's Web' |
Days | A tribute to Lisa Rinna's long term role in 'Days of Our Lives' |
Diner | Diner is from Vega's hit song, 'Tom's Diner' |
Diplomat | Adams was known for his diplomatic skills, hence the name Diplomat |
Director | A tribute to David Henrie's work as a director |
Disney | David Henrie's career is tied to Disney Channel, a fitting name for a fun and energetic dog |
Elwyn | Elwyn is E.B. White's real first name |
Emmy | A tribute to the Emmy Award that Sela Ward has won |
Essayist | As a tribute to E.B. White's profession as an essayist |
Grammy | A tribute to the Grammy Award that Alessia Cara has won |
Harvard | Named after Harvard University, where Adams studied |
Henrie | A direct homage to David's last name |
Here | Named after Alessia Cara's breakout hit 'Here' |
Jovi | Jovi is inspired by the band Bon Jovi, where Richie Sambora was the lead guitarist |
Kimmy | It's a playful take on Lil Kim's name, great for a sassy and spunky dog |
Luka | Luka is one of Suzanne Vega's best known songs |
Mafia | In honor of Lil Kim's group, Junior M.A.F.I.A |
Melrose | A reference to Lisa Rinna's role in 'Melrose Place' |
Monroe | John Quincy Adams served under President Monroe, hence the dog name Monroe |
Once | A reference to Sela Ward's TV show 'Once and Again' |
Queen | A tribute to Lil Kim's status as a 'Queen of Rap' |
Quincy | Quincy is a part of John Quincy Adams' name which makes it a suitable dog name |
Rapper | A nod to Lil Kim's profession and talent |
Reality | Lisa Rinna is also known for her reality TV work, a fitting name for an outgoing and dramatic dog |
Richie | Richie is taken directly from Richie Sambora's name |
Rinna | Named after Lisa Rinna, perfect for a glamorous dog |
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Autobiography | It's the title of her autobiography, a milestone in her career |
Bling | Lil Kim is known for her flashy, extravagant style |
Brooklyn | Lil Kim's hometown, a huge influence on her music |
Crush | Tribute to the song 'Crush on You' from her debut album |
Dancing | In reference to Lil Kim's participation in 'Dancing with the Stars' |
Diamond | In homage to Lil Kim's love for luxury and jewels |
Diva | In recognition of Lil Kim's status as a music diva |
Empire | Reflects Lil Kim's influence and legacy in the music industry |
Fashion | Lil Kim is also known for her daring fashion choices |
Foxy | A nod to her close friendship with Foxy Brown |
Goddess | An homage to Lil Kim's powerful presence in music |
Grammy | A tribute to Lil Kim's Grammy Award win |
Hardcore | This is the title of Lil Kim's debut album |
Hollywood | A nod to Lil Kim's acting career |
Inga | A tribute to Lil Kim's friendship with Inga Marchand (Foxy Brown) |
Kimberly | A dignified nod to Lil Kim's real first name |
Kimmy | An affectionate, playful take on Lil Kim's name |
LaBella | An allusion to 'La Bella Mafia', her third studio album |
Lavish | An ode to Lil Kim's love for the finer things in life |
Lighters | A tribute to her hit song 'Lighters Up' |
Mafia | It's a reference to her early music group, Junior M.A.F.I.A |
Magic | A nod to her association with 'Magic Stick', a popular song |
Notorious | It recalls Lil Kim's close association with the Notorious B.I.G |
QueenBee | This name is in honor of Lil Kim's iconic nickname, Queen Bee |
Royalty | Because Lil Kim is music royalty |
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Advocate | Thompson was a strong advocate for healthcare reform |
Badger | Representative of Wisconsin State, also known as the Badger State |
Bipartisan | Thompson was known for his efforts to work across party lines |
Bush | The President under whom Thompson served as Secretary |
Capitol | Thompson spent a significant time of his career in the state capitol |
Cheesehead | A playful nod to Thompson's Wisconsin roots |
Elroy | Thompson was born in Elroy, Wisconsin |
Four | This represents Thompson's four-term service as Governor |
Governor | In homage to Thompson's impactful stint as the Governor of Wisconsin |
Health | In honor of Thompson's commitment to health services |
HHS | This is an abbreviation of Health and Human Services, a department Thompson led |
Lakeside | Thompson grew up near Lake Wisconsin |
Leader | Thompson showed true leadership in his roles |
Legacy | Thompson left a lasting legacy in Wisconsin and the healthcare sector |
Madison | Thompson spent much of his career in Madison, the capital of Wisconsin |
Medicaid | Thompson made significant changes to the Medicaid program |
Medicare | Thompson played a key role in modernizing Medicare |
Pioneer | Thompson was a pioneer in many of his healthcare reform efforts |
Policy | Thompson was known for his policy-making skills |
Reform | Thompson was known for his healthcare reform efforts |
Secretary | Thompson held the prestigious position of Secretary of Health and Human Services |
Service | A nod to Thompson's unwavering dedication to public service |
Tommy | A direct tribute to the man himself, Tommy Thompson |
Welfare | Thompson's welfare reform was one of his most significant accomplishments |
Wisconsin | This name reflects the state that Thompson served for four terms |
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Actress | For Lisa Rinna's successful acting career |
Amelia | To honor Lisa's eldest daughter |
Beverly | Lisa's involvement in the 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' is the inspiration |
Billie | As a tribute to Lisa's character from 'Days of Our Lives' |
Brunette | Named after Lisa Rinna's iconic hair color |
Dancer | As Lisa Rinna has shown her talent in 'Dancing with the Stars' |
Delilah | Named after Lisa's younger daughter |
Designer | Lisa Rinna is also known for her fashion line |
Drama | For Lisa's love for dramatic roles |
Fitness | Lisa Rinna is well-known for her commitment to fitness |
Glamour | Lisa Rinna embodies Hollywood glamour |
Hamlin | As a nod to Lisa's husband, Harry Hamlin |
Hollywood | A tribute to Lisa's successful career in Hollywood |
Hostess | Lisa's stint as a TV host is the inspiration behind this name |
Medford | This is where Lisa was born |
Melrose | A tribute to Lisa's role in 'Melrose Place' |
Pout | Chosen to honor Lisa Rinna's iconic pout |
Primetime | For Lisa's roles in primetime TV shows |
QVC | Lisa has her own fashion line on QVC |
Rinna | In honor of Lisa Rinna's last name |
Sassy | To honor Lisa's bold and sassy personality |
Soaps | A nod to Lisa's work in soap operas |
Starlet | Lisa Rinna is a true Hollywood starlet |
Talk | Named after Lisa's stint as a talk show host |
Taylor | Lisa's middle name is the inspiration for this one |
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Anniversary | This is a nod to her song 'Anniversary' |
Asylum | Referring to Vega's song 'In the Eye' |
Blood | Referring to her album 'Blood Makes Noise' |
Calypso | Vega's song 'Calypso' is a fan favorite |
Caramel | Named after Vega's sweet song 'Caramel' |
Cracking | 'Cracking' is one of Vega's songs |
Diner | Because of the hit song 'Tom's Diner' |
Freeze | This is a nod to her song 'Freeze Tag' |
Gypsy | Vega has a song titled 'Gypsy' |
Honeymoon | This is a reference to her song 'Honeymoon Suite' |
Ironbound | The song 'Ironbound' is another of Vega's hits |
Knight | This is a nod to her song 'Knight Moves' |
Language | 'Language' is a song by this talented artist |
Ludlow | This refers to her song 'Ludlow Street' |
Luka | In honor of Suzanne Vega's famous song |
Marlene | 'Marlene on the Wall' is a popular song of hers |
Neighborhood | This is a reference to her song 'Neighborhood Girls' |
Penitent | This is a nod to Vega's song 'Penitent' |
Predictions | This is a reference to her song 'Predictions' |
Rosemary | Vega's song 'Rosemary' is the inspiration here |
SmallBlue | Refers to Vega's song 'Small Blue Thing' |
Soap | Named after Vega's song 'Soap and Water' |
Solitude | This is a reference to her song 'Solitude Standing' |
Undertow | This is a nod to her song 'Undertow' |
WoodenHorse | Named after Vega's song 'Wooden Horse' |
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Aranea | Named after one of Charlotte's daughters in the famous book |
Brooklyn | Inspired by White's birthplace |
Broom | A tribute to 'The Witch of Pungo', one of White's essays |
Charlotte | In honor of the wise and caring spider in 'Charlotte's Web' |
Cornell | A nod to White's alma mater |
Elements | Named after 'The Elements of Style', the influential writing guide he co-authored |
Fern | A tribute to the compassionate human character in 'Charlotte’s Web' |
Harper | Named after Harper & Brothers, E. B. White's publisher |
Homer | A nod to the character who owned Wilbur in 'Charlotte's Web' |
Joy | Taken from the third of Charlotte's daughters |
Katherine | A tribute to Katherine White, E. B. White's wife and fellow writer |
Little | Inspired by the last name of the brave mouse, Stuart |
Maine | A nod to White's beloved home state |
Margalo | Named after the friendly bird in 'Stuart Little' |
Nellie | Inspired by another of Charlotte's daughters |
Snowbell | Inspired by Stuart Little's feline friend |
Strunk | Named after White's co-author on 'The Elements of Style' |
Stuart | A nod to the adventurous mouse in 'Stuart Little' |
Swan | In reference to 'The Trumpet of the Swan', another of White's children stories |
Templeton | Drawn from the selfish yet helpful rat in 'Charlotte's Web' |
Thurber | In honor of James Thurber, White's friend and fellow writer |
Trumpet | A tribute to 'The Trumpet of the Swan' |
Walden | In honor of White's love for nature, like Thoreau's Walden |
Wilbur | A tribute to the kind-hearted pig from 'Charlotte's Web' |
Zuckerman | The last name of Wilbur's owner, a character in 'Charlotte's Web' |
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