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8-20-2024 Dog Names

Updated: August 20, 2024

Imagine naming your furry friend after some of the most influential moments and figures in history. The names on this page are inspired by significant events and birthdays that occurred on the 20th of August. In 1920, the beginning of what would become the National Football League (NFL) took place in Canton, Ohio. This marked a substantial progression in the world of professional sports, particularly American football. Additionally, in 1998, the Supreme Court of Canada made a landmark ruling which reinforced the unity and strength of the Canadian federation.

Moreover, this date is also the birthday of some remarkable personalities who have made significant strides in their respective fields. John Carmack, a renowned American computer programmer and video game developer, co-founded the ground-breaking id Software and was the lead programmer for iconic video games. H.P. Lovecraft, an American writer, is celebrated for his impactful contributions to horror fiction. Al Roker, a charismatic American television personality, weather forecaster, and author, has been a long-standing anchor on NBC's Today show. These individuals have all left their mark on society, and their names carry a sense of prestige, creativity, and tenacity.

The names on this page reflect the spirit of these events and individuals, offering unique and meaningful options for your canine companion. Whether you're a fan of sports, video games, literature, or television, you'll find a name with historical significance and positive associations. We hope you enjoy exploring these names and finding the perfect one for your pup.

Name	Reason to Choose
Aero	A nod to the aviation world, reminding us of the risks and bravery associated with flying
Arkham	A fictional town in Massachusetts used in many of Lovecraft's stories
Arrival	A nod to one of Amy Adams's acclaimed films, 'Arrival'
Atlantic	Atlantic is the record company to which Kirko Bangz is signed
Authority	This is to signify the power and leadership, inspired by Sudan's sovereign council
Aviator	In honor of the pilots who flew the B-25 Mitchell bomber for the first time
Bangz	It's an homage to Kirko Bangz's last name
Barney	Barney is the name of the children's television series where Demi Lovato started their acting career
Beagle	Named after the HMS Beagle, the ship that carried Darwin on his voyage of discovery
Bizkit	Named after the band 'Limp Bizkit', which Fred Durst is the frontman of
Blackmoses	Hayes was sometimes referred to as 'Black Moses'
Blitz	In reference to a common football strategy, this name could suit a fast, energetic dog
Bomber	A nod to the B-25 Mitchell medium bomber's maiden voyage in 1940
Broadcast	In honor of the first radio station in Detroit, this name would fit a dog who's not afraid to make their voice heard
Canton	Honoring the city where the NFL was organized in 1920
Centennial	Celebrating 100 years of preserving nature's beauty, like the US National Park Service in 2016
Champion	Elliott Sadler had a successful career in NASCAR, making Champion a fitting name
Chef	Isaac Hayes voiced the character Chef in the animated series South Park
Circuit	A nod to the journey of the first around-the-world telegram, which was sent in 1911
Composer	Tchaikovsky's '1812 Overture' performance in 1882 was a historical event, making this a great name for a musically inclined dog
Constitution	The dog's name represents the Canadian constitution that the Supreme Court upheld
Council	In the honor of the council that was sworn in, implying unity and cooperation
Courage	Inspired by the band's courage to stand against an oppressive system
Cthulhu	A creature created by H.P. Lovecraft in his horror fiction
Darwin	A tribute to Charles Darwin, whose publication of his evolutionary theory in 1858 revolutionized our understanding of the natural world
Daytona	After the Daytona 500, a key race in Sadler's career
Demi	It's a direct reference to Lovato's first name
Detroit	Named after the city where the first radio station began daily broadcasting in 1920
Doom	It comes from one of Carmack's most popular games, Doom
Eldritch	A word often used by Lovecraft to describe the indescribable horror in his stories
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Birthday: Isaac Hayes

Naming your dog after Isaac Hayes is a great way to honor the legendary musician and actor. Not only will your dog have a unique and stylish name, but it will also be a constant reminder of Hayes's contributions to the world of music and cinema. It's a perfect choice for music lovers and Isaac Hayes' fans!

Name	Description
BarKays	Hayes often performed with the Bar-Kays, a popular soul music group
Blackmoses	It's a reference to Hayes' nickname - Black Moses
Blues	Hayes' music was heavily influenced by blues
Booker	Hayes was part of the songwriting team 'Booker & the MG's' at Stax Records
Cadillac	Hayes was known for his love of Cadillacs
Chef	Hayes voiced the character Chef on the animated series South Park
Enterprise	Hayes recorded for Enterprise Records, a subsidiary of Stax Records
Funk	Hayes was a key figure in the development of funk music
Gospel	Hayes began singing in his local church choir, introducing him to gospel music
Grammy	Hayes was a Grammy award-winning artist
HallOfFame	Hayes was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002
Haywire	This is a pun on Hayes' last name, reflecting his energetic music and stage presence
Hotbuttered	Hayes released an album named 'Hot Buttered Soul' that was a major hit
Ike	It's a nickname for Isaac
Jazz	Elements of jazz can be found in many of Hayes' compositions
Legacy	This name honors Hayes' enduring influence on music and popular culture
Memphis	Hayes was born and raised in this city, which influenced his music greatly
Oscar	Hayes won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for the theme from Shaft
Porter	Hayes often collaborated with fellow songwriter David Porter
Rhythm	Hayes was a master of rhythm, creating unique and catchy beats in his music
Rockford	Hayes had a recurring role on the TV show The Rockford Files
Shaft	Hayes composed the score for the film Shaft, one of his most famous works
Soulsville	Hayes was instrumental in defining the sound of Southern soul, often referred to as 'Soulsville'
Stax	It's the name of the record label where Hayes played a significant role
Watkins	Hayes' mother's last name, which influenced his upbringing and musical journey
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Birthday: H.P. Lovecraft

Choosing a dog name from H.P. Lovecraft's works can be a unique way to express your love for his influential horror fiction. These names are not only distinctive but also carry a rich history and depth from Lovecraft's creative universe. If you are a fan of his work, such a name can serve as a constant reminder of his literary genius and your shared interest. Plus, it's a great conversation starter among fellow Lovecraft enthusiasts!

Name	Description
Alhazred	A tribute to the 'mad Arab' character who wrote the Necronomicon in Lovecraft's universe
Arkham	In honor of the fictional New England city in Lovecraft's tales
Azathoth	An ode to the deity mentioned in Lovecraft's tales
Carcosa	In honor of the mysterious, ancient city mentioned by Lovecraft
Celephais	Named after the dreamland city in Lovecraft's stories
Cthulhu	Named after the cosmic entity found in Lovecraft's stories
Dunwich	Brought from Lovecraft's story 'The Dunwich Horror'
Elder	A reference to Lovecraft's Elder Gods
Innsmouth	As a nod to Lovecraft's eerie, fictional Massachusetts town
Ithaqua	A tribute to the wind-walking entity in Lovecraft's mythos
Kadath	Inspired by the dream quest of unknown Kadath
Leng	A reference to the plateau of Leng in Lovecraft's stories
Miskatonic	Named after the university in Lovecraft's mythos
Necronomicon	Derived from Lovecraft's fictional grimoire
Nyarlothotep	A tribute to Lovecraft's character, a malevolent deity
Pnakotic	Echoes the Pnakotic manuscripts, ancient texts in Lovecraft's works
Rlyeh	Derived from the submerged city in Lovecraft's stories
Sarnath	Inspired by the city in Lovecraft's story 'The Doom That Came to Sarnath'
Shoggoth	Inspired by the monstrous beings in Lovecraft's mythos
Tsathoggua	Reflects the toad-god from Lovecraft's pantheon
Yith	Inspired by the Great Race of Yith in Lovecraft's mythos
Yogsothoth	An homage to the cosmic entity from Lovecraft's universe
Yuggoth	Derived from Lovecraft's ninth planet in the solar system
Zoth	Taken from Lovecraft's 'The Haunter of the Dark'
Zothique	Taken from the cycle of future history by Clark Ashton Smith, a contemporary of Lovecraft
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Birthday: John Carmack

Naming your dog after John Carmack not only pays homage to this tech legend but also gives your pet a name associated with innovation, creativity and resilience. It's an excellent choice for those who are geeks at heart, love video games and admire Carmack's revolutionary impact on the gaming industry.

Name	Description
BFG	In honor of the iconic weapon from the Doom series
Cacodemon	A tribute to an iconic enemy creature from Doom
Cyberdemon	Named after a formidable foe in the Doom series
Daemon	Referencing the monstrous creatures in the Doom series
Doom	An homage to the iconic video game that Carmack helped develop
Engine	In honor of Carmack's ingenuity in game engine development
Geoscape	A tribute to Carmack's work in virtual reality and 3D graphics
Gibs	Celebrating the gory visual effects in Carmack's games
HitScan	Honoring Carmack's implementation of hitscan in game design
Id	Recognizing the software company Carmack co-founded
Keen	Tribute to Commander Keen, a game John Carmack was a lead programmer for
Ludicrous	A nod to the 'ludicrous gibs' carnage level in id Software games
Megatexture	Named after a technology Carmack introduced in game design
Oculus	A tribute to Carmack's role at Oculus VR
OpenGL	Recognizing Carmack's advocacy for open standards in graphics APIs
Pixel	An ode to Carmack's contributions to graphics programming
Quake	Named after a groundbreaking game that Carmack was involved in developing
Rage	Named after a game developed under Carmack's technical direction
Rocket	An homage to Carmack's love for aerospace engineering
Shader	A nod to Carmack's pioneering work with pixel shaders
Slipgate	After the interdimensional portals in Quake
Strogg	A nod to the enemy aliens in Quake II and IV
Texture	Celebrating Carmack's innovative work in texture mapping in 3D games
Vertex	Honoring Carmack's innovations in 3D game graphics
Wolfenstein	Honoring Carmack's role in the development of this classic video game
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Birthday: Kirko Bangz

Naming your dog after Kirko Bangz is a unique way to showcase your love for his music. It allows you to have a daily reminder of your favorite rapper, providing a connection between you, your pet, and the music you love. Plus, it's a great conversation starter for fellow Kirko Bangz fans.

Name	Description
Atlantic	A nod to the record label that signed Kirko
Bangz	A direct tribute to the rapper's stage name
Bigger	Kirko always dreamed of a 'Bigger Than Me' moment
Came	A nod to his song 'Came Here for Something'
Cash	A nod to his love for money, as expressed in many of his songs
Codeine	A reference to the recreational drug often mentioned in his lyrics
Cupid	A nod to his song 'Cupid' featuring Chris Brown
Drank	An homage to Kirko's famous single 'Drank In My Cup'
Faded	A nod to his song 'Faded'
Grindin	A nod to his song 'Grindin' from 'Procrastination Kills 4'
Houston	An homage to Kirko's hometown
Keisha	A reference to his song 'Keisha'
Lorraine	A tribute to his mother's name
Molly	A reference to his song 'Molly'
Playa	A nod to his 'Playa Made' EP
Procrastination	A playful nod to his mixtape 'Procrastination Kills'
Progression	A reference to his mixtape series
Rich	A nod to his single 'Rich'
Rodeo	A reference to the Houston Rodeo, which Kirko has attended
Shone	A reference to his mixtape 'Progression V: Young Texas Playa'
Swangin	An homage to his song 'Swang N Bang'
Texas	An homage to his home state
Trill	This term is often used in the Houston hip hop scene, where Kirko is from
Ventura	This is where Kirko was born
Worry	A nod to his song 'Worry Bout It'
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Birthday: Don King

Choosing a name related to Don King for your dog can be a great idea, especially for boxing enthusiasts. It will not only reflect your passion for this sport but also give your dog a strong and distinctive name. Moreover, these names are associated with resilience, courage and determination, traits that you would want your furry friend to have.

Name	Description
Arena	This name symbolizes the venues where the exciting boxing matches took place
Bell	The bell signals the start and end of rounds in boxing
Bout	This name references the boxing matches King promoted
Champion	Don King worked with numerous world champions
Cornerman	A reference to the crucial role of the cornerman in boxing
Featherweight	Don King also promoted fighters from the featherweight division
Gloves	Boxing gloves are essential to the sport Don King was involved in
Heavyweight	Don King promoted many heavyweight champions
Jab	A punch in boxing, reminiscent of the sport Don King is synonymous with
Jungle	A reference to 'The Rumble in the Jungle' match
Knockout	This term is a key part of boxing terminology
Legend	A nod to Don King's legendary status in the boxing world
Manila	The location of the 'Thrilla in Manila' match
Promoter	Don King's primary role in the world of boxing was as a promoter
Ringmaster	This name reflects Don King's ability to orchestrate major boxing events
Ringside	This name signifies the prime location Don King occupied during fights
Round	This name symbolizes the rounds in a boxing match
Rumble	This name is inspired by the historic boxing match 'The Rumble in the Jungle' that Don King promoted
Showdown	This name signifies the epic showdowns Don King promoted
Sparring	This name indicates the training process boxers undergo
Thrilla	Named after the 'Thrilla in Manila', another iconic match that Don King was involved in
Titleholder	Don King worked with many titleholders in his career
Tko	Short for technical knockout, a term in boxing
Uppercut	Another boxing term, representing the sport Don King dedicated his life to
Victory	A nod to the victories that Don King's fighters achieved
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