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9-13-2024 Dog Names

Updated: September 18, 2024

Get ready to be inspired by the world of pop culture, television, and talented artists as we explore some unique dog names derived from significant events and birthdays on September 13th. This date is marked by notable happenings such as Lady Gaga's impressive win of eight MTV Video Music Awards in 2010, including Video of the Year for 'Bad Romance'. This remarkable achievement showcases the creativity, boldness, and individuality that you might want to embody in your pet's name. Not to forget the premiere of 'Law & Order' in 1990, one of the longest-running TV dramas in American history, known for its enduring appeal and iconic characters, offering a plethora of naming ideas for your canine companion.

As we delve into the captivating world of birthdays, we find a myriad of names inspired by the charm and talent of exceptional personalities. Nell Carter, an American singer and actress born in 1948, was known for her roles in popular television sitcoms like 'Gimme a Break!', a title that might resonate with every dog owner during training sessions! Fiona Apple, born in 1977, an American singer-songwriter and pianist, is known for her emotive vocals and expressive lyrics, traits that might be reflected in your pet's expressive eyes or soulful howls. Lastly, we have Eileen Fulton, an American actress and singer born in 1933, best known for her role as Lisa Grimaldi in the CBS soap opera 'As the World Turns'. Her enduring fame and admired talent could serve as a wonderful source of inspiration for your pet's name. Let's embark on this journey of choosing a name that honors these remarkable personalities and significant events that share the date with your furry friend's name inspiration day.

Name	Reason to Choose
Accord	This name signifies a spirit of agreement and harmony, just like the Oslo Accords
Actress	A nod to Jean Smart's successful acting career
Apple	A playful dog name that pays homage to Fiona's last name
Army	To honor John J. Pershing's military career
Award	A suitable name for a dog who's always the best in show, just like Lady Gaga at the 2010 VMAs
Bain	Named after Barbara Bain
Banner	A tribute to the poem that later became the National Anthem of the United States
Barbara	To honor Barbara Bain herself
Bass	In tribute to Don Was's role as a bassist in his band, Was (Not Was)
Bassist	A nod to Peter Cetera's role in his band
Bayern	Named after the football club Thomas Müller plays for
Beatle	Stella's father is Paul McCartney, a former member of the Beatles
Bike	A simple and fun name in honor of 'CHiPs' and its motorcycle-riding characters
Bill	A direct homage to Bill Monroe
Blood	This name references the band David Clayton-Thomas was famous for
Blue	As a nod to Don Was's work in blues and R&B music
Bluegrass	After the music style created by Bill Monroe
Break	This name is a reference to Nell Carter's sitcom 'Gimme a Break!'
Carter	Nell Carter's surname makes a fine dog name
Champion	A strong name that nods to Michael's numerous World Championships wins
Chicago	This name references the band Peter Cetera was a part of
Chip	A cute name that pays homage to the TV show 'CHiPs'
Choco	A short and sweet name related to the Hershey Chocolate Company
Cinema	A nod to Claudette Colbert's film career
Claudette	In honour of the French-born American actress Claudette Colbert
Cocoa	A sweet nod to the Hershey Chocolate Company
Cory	This name is inspired by Ben Savage's iconic character Cory Matthews from 'Boy Meets World'
Cosmo	A name inspired by the cosmos and the Luna 2 mission
CSI	Louise Lombard is known for her role in 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'
Dahl	Named after author Roald Dahl
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Birthday: Roald Dahl

Choosing a name related to Roald Dahl for your dog is a unique way to honor the legacy of one of the world's most beloved children's authors. His imaginative characters and whimsical stories can provide a wealth of inspiration for a distinctive, playful pet name. Plus, it's a great conversation starter for fellow book lovers.

Name	Description
BFG	For Dahl's giant who was big, friendly, and a dog's best friend
Dream	A tribute to Dahl's 'The BFG' who catches dreams
Foxy	A nod to the clever and cunning character from 'Fantastic Mr. Fox'
Gloop	For the chocolate-loving character from 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'
Gobblefunk	Named for the playful language invented by Dahl
Humpy	After Humpy-Rumpy, the hippopotamus from 'The Enormous Crocodile'
Inventing	To celebrate Dahl's imaginative and inventive story-telling
Matilda	A tribute to the clever and kind protagonist of one of Dahl's most famous novels
Maurice	In honor of Dahl's middle name
Muggle	After the humble family in 'The Twits'
Mugglewump	In remembrance of the clever monkey from 'The Twits'
Peach	Honoring Dahl's giant fruit adventure
Pelly	Named for the kind-hearted pelican in 'The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me'
Pheasant	After Danny's father's favorite bird in 'Danny, the Champion of the World'
Quentin	In honor of Dahl's illustrator, Quentin Blake
RolyPoly	For the delicious bird pie in 'The Magic Finger'
Slugworth	For the sly character from 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'
Splendiferous	For Dahl's own made-up word meaning full of wonder
Storyteller	In honor of Roald Dahl, one of the greatest storytellers of all time
Trotter	After the main character in 'Esio Trot'
Trunchbull	To remember the fierce headmistress from 'Matilda'
Twit	For the foolish couple in 'The Twits'
Vermicious	After the dreaded creatures from 'Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator'
Witches	A nod to Dahl's book about child-hating witches
Wonka	After the whimsical and ingenious chocolate factory owner
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Birthday: Barbara Bain

Choosing a dog name inspired by Barbara Bain not only pays homage to this iconic actress, but it also gives your pet a name with a strong, independent, and adventurous spirit, just like Bain's character in 'Mission: Impossible'. A name inspired by Bain would suit a brave, intelligent, and loyal dog.

Name	Description
Astro	In recognition of her science fiction roles
Award	Celebrating her numerous awards and recognitions
Bain	A direct homage to the incredible actress
Barbie	A cute play on her first name
Carter	Celebrating her role in the series 'Space: 1999'
Cinema	Honoring her contributions to the film industry
Cinnamon	The name of her unforgettable character in the series
Classic	As a nod to her timeless performances
Director	Honoring her work behind the camera as well
Drama	In recognition of her dramatic acting skills
Emmy	To honor her three Primetime Emmy Awards
Encore	In the hope that her performances will be enjoyed for generations to come
Golden	For her Golden Globe nomination
Hollywood	As a tribute to the place where she achieved her fame
Icon	Because she is a true icon in the industry
Impossible	Another homage to the television series that skyrocketed her career
Mission	Inspired by the famous television series that made her a household name
Retro	A nod to her career in the bygone era of Hollywood
Screen	Celebrating her career on both the small and big screens
Script	To honor the many scripts she brought to life
Silver	As a tribute to the Silver Screen where she made her mark
Siren	In remembrance of her status as a screen siren
Star	Because she shines bright in Hollywood
Thespian	For her devotion to the art of acting
Tinsel	In honor of Tinseltown, another name for Hollywood
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Birthday: John J. Pershing

Naming your dog after John J. Pershing is a wonderful tribute to a significant figure in American history. It adds a touch of historical significance and patriotism to your pet's identity, while also symbolizing strength, bravery, and leadership, qualities that General Pershing embodied. This choice of name can serve as a constant reminder of our nation's past and the heroes who have shaped it.

Name	Description
Aisne	Recalling the Battle of Aisne he participated in
Allies	To honor the unity of countries he fought alongside
Argonne	In respect to one of the deadliest battles he led
Armor	Reflecting his post-war command of the Army's armor branch
Buffalo	Symbolizing his leadership of the 'Buffalo Soldiers'
Cadet	Signifying his early days at West Point
Cantigny	A tribute to the first major American battle in WWI
Cavalry	Commemorating his experience with horse-mounted soldiers
Commander	In honor of his high-ranking position
Doughboy	Historical term for American infantrymen in WWI
Expedition	A nod to the American Expeditionary Forces he commanded
Fourragere	Honoring the French award given to his regiment
Front	A tribute to the Western Front where he served
Gallantry	In recognition of his bravery and leadership
Lafayette	In honor of the famous 'Lafayette, we are here!' statement
Legacy	Acknowledging his lasting impact on American military history
Marshal	Signifying the high military rank he achieved
Meuse	In memory of the Meuse-Argonne offensive he led
Officer	Representing his distinguished Army service
Pershing	Honoring the last name of the celebrated general
Poppy	Symbolizing the red poppies that grew on WWI battlefields
Somme	In remembrance of the Battle of Somme
Trench	Symbolizing the WWI warfare style
Valor	Celebrating his courageous acts
Victory	Commemorating the successful end of WWI
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Birthday: Zak Starkey

Naming your dog after Zak Starkey is a great way to pay tribute to this iconic musician. It's a unique way to express your love for music, specifically for the legendary bands - Oasis and The Who, Zak has performed with. Plus, it makes for an interesting conversation starter among fellow music lovers and pet owners!

Name	Description
Beatle	A nod to the iconic band his father was part of
Drummer	To recognize his drumming talent
Entwistle	Honors John Entwistle, The Who's bass guitarist
Gallagher	Liam and Noel Gallagher were his bandmates in Oasis
Harrison	Named after George Harrison, another Beatles member
Lennon	In honor of John Lennon, a member of The Beatles
Liverpool	Named after his father's birth city
Lucy	A homage to 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', a Beatles song
McCartney	A tribute to Paul McCartney, his father's Beatles bandmate
Melody	Represents his contribution to music
Moon	A tribute to Keith Moon, who inspired him to drum
Oasis	Named after the band he performed with
Quadrophenia	A celebrated album by The Who
Ringo	Honoring his father, the legendary drummer of The Beatles
Rock	Symbolizes his genre of music
SgtPepper	Named after 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', a famous Beatles album
Sibylline	A tribute to his mother, Maureen Starkey Tigrett, who was known for her psychic abilities
Starr	Derived from his family name
Substitute	A song by The Who that he performed
Supersonic	An Oasis hit song he contributed to
Tigrett	His mother's surname
WHO	Served as a drummer for this band
Wonderwall	A famous song by Oasis he played on
Yellow	Influenced by 'Yellow Submarine', a song by The Beatles
Zak	Self-explanatory, it's his own name
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Birthday: David Clayton-Thomas

Naming your dog after David Clayton-Thomas is a wonderful way to pay tribute to this iconic musician. These names will not only reflect your love for music but also stand out due to their uniqueness and connection to a Grammy Award-winning artist, making them perfect for music lovers and fans of David Clayton-Thomas.

Name	Description
And	Reference to the band's name
Band	In honor of his music career
Blood	For the band Blood, Sweat & Tears
Blues	His musical genre
Canadian	His nationality
Carousel	Honoring the song 'Lisa, Listen to Me'
Clayton	Honoring his middle name
David	His first name
Fire	A salute to 'I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know'
God	Tribute to 'God Bless the Child' song
Grammy	He won a Grammy award
Jazz	His musical influence
Lucretia	Reference to the song 'Lucretia Mac Evil'
Miracle	For 'Miracle' from the album 'Nuclear Blues'
Nuclear	Tribute to the album 'Nuclear Blues'
Pop	One of his music genres
Rock	Another genre he worked in
Spinning	A nod to the hit 'Spinning Wheel'
Stormy	For his song 'Symphony/Sympathy for the Devil'
Sweat	Part of the band's name
Tears	Last part of the band's name
Thomas	His last name
Toronto	His birth place
Vocalist	His role in the band
Writer	He wrote many songs
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