Welcome to a very special collection of dog names inspired by the spirit of resilience, innovation, and remarkable talent. These names pay tribute to a unique blend of historical events and notable birthdays that all share a common thread with September 15th. They encapsulate the strength witnessed in 2008 when Lehman Brothers filed for the largest bankruptcy filing in U.S. history, and the subsequent recovery that followed. Moreover, these names also echo the groundbreaking innovation of 1982 when Gannett Co Inc. published the first issue of 'USA Today', marking a significant milestone in American journalism.
Our curated collection of dog names also celebrates the birthdays of three remarkable individuals, each of who left a significant mark in their respective fields. James Fenimore Cooper, an American writer known for his historical novels, including 'The Last of the Mohicans', is one such figure. His storytelling prowess and rich narratives have inspired a set of names that are both creative and distinctive. Our list also features names that honor William Howard Taft, the 27th President of the United States and later the 10th Chief Justice of the United States, the only person to have held both offices. His leadership and dedication to service resonate in these names.
We also pay tribute to the renowned English actor and producer, Tom Hardy. While not born in the U.S., he is well-loved globally for his roles in American films like 'Inception', 'The Dark Knight Rises', and 'Mad Max: Fury Road'. His strong characters and versatile performances have inspired a set of dog names that are both bold and charismatic. As you explore this unique collection, we hope you find a name that resonates with the spirit of resilience, innovation, and talent that characterizes these historical events and figures.
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Academy | In honor of Jones' Academy Award wins |
Aria | A nod to Jessye Norman's successful career as an opera singer |
Bane | Named after Tom Hardy's role in 'The Dark Knight Rises' |
Beagle | In honor of the ship that transported Charles Darwin to the Galapagos Islands, a key event in scientific history |
Benchley | Named after the humorist Robert Benchley |
Benji | A pet-name form of Ben Schwartz's first name |
Bobby | A friendly, pet-form of Benchley's first name, Robert |
Brewer | Named after the Milwaukee Brewers, a team Prince Fielder played for |
Caldecott | Named after the prestigious award Robert McCloskey won twice |
Cancer | After 'Cancer Man', another name for Davis's character on 'The X-Files' |
Chapter | Inspired by Chapter 11 bankruptcy, a dog named Chapter could symbolize a new chapter or fresh start in life |
Chatham | This name commemorates the easternmost island of the Galapagos archipelago, where HMS Beagle first landed |
Chelsea | A direct tribute to the actress |
Cigarette | Inspired by Davis's iconic 'Smoking Man' character |
Columnist | A tribute to Benchley's work as a newspaper columnist |
Comedy | A tribute to Ben Schwartz's work as a comedian |
Congress | Commemorates the legislative body that passed the Selective Service Act |
Courage | Represents the bravery of those who stood against the Nuremberg Laws |
Cristobal | This is another name for San Cristobal, the island in the Galapagos where HMS Beagle and Darwin first landed |
Daily | As a nod to the daily publication 'USA Today', a dog named Daily could symbolize consistency and routine |
Danny | A friendly, pet-form of Marino's first name, Dan |
Darwin | Named after Charles Darwin, to celebrate the famed biologist and his contributions to science |
Day | Taking Sandra Day O'Connor's middle name, Day, can represent a new day or era, signifying progress and change |
Director | A tribute to Jones' role as a film director |
Dolby | Named after Tom Dolby himself |
Dolphin | A reference to Marino's seventeen seasons with the Miami Dolphins |
Draft | This name recalls the first peacetime draft in U.S. history |
Duckling | An homage to Robert McCloskey's 'Make Way for Ducklings' |
Fenimore | In honor of James Fenimore Cooper's contribution to American literature |
Fielder | A direct tribute to Prince Fielder's last name |
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Actor | This name honors Robert Benchley's endeavors in the film industry |
Algonquin | Named after the Algonquin Round Table, where Benchley was a regular member |
Benchley | A direct homage to Robert Benchley himself |
Broadway | Benchley had a significant Broadway career, hence the name |
Column | This name is a tribute to Benchley's notable career as a newspaper columnist |
Dorothy | This is a tribute to Benchley's wife, Dorothy |
Follies | This is named after the 'Follies', a show Benchley contributed to |
Garbo | Named after Greta Garbo, a famous actress Benchley worked with |
Groucho | Named after Groucho Marx, a close friend of Benchley |
Harvard | This refers to Benchley's alma mater, Harvard University |
Hemingway | Benchley was good friends with Ernest Hemingway |
Humor | Named after Benchley's characteristic style of humor |
Lampoon | Named after the Harvard Lampoon, where Benchley served as an editor |
Nate | In honor of Benchley's pseudonym, Nathaniel Benchley |
Newyorker | This is a tribute to Benchley's contributions to The New Yorker |
Oscar | Benchley was an Oscar-nominated actor |
Scribner | This is a tribute to Charles Scribner's Sons, Benchley's publisher |
Tallulah | This is a tribute to Tallulah Bankhead, an actress and close friend of Benchley |
Treasury | This is a nod to Benchley's book, 'Benchley's Treasury of Early American Humor' |
Treaty | Benchley wrote 'The Treaty of Versailles and After' - hence the name |
Tredwell | Named after Benchley's mother, Maria Jane Tredwell |
Twenties | Benchley's career peaked in the Roaring Twenties |
Vanity | Benchley was a managing editor at Vanity Fair |
Woollcott | Named after Alexander Woollcott, a close friend and contemporary of Benchley |
Worcester | This name pays homage to Benchley's birthplace, Worcester, Massachusetts |
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Alphonso | Named after Taft's father, Alphonso Taft |
Ambassador | Taft served as U.S. Secretary of War and was a diplomat |
Buckeye | The state tree of Ohio, Taft's birthplace |
Bureaucrat | A nod to Taft's long career in government |
Cincinnati | Taft was born in this Ohio city |
Conservative | This name reflects Taft's political philosophy |
Cuban | Taft served as provisional governor of Cuba |
Goliath | Taft was a large and powerful man |
Harvard | Taft taught constitutional law at this prestigious university |
Helen | Named after Taft's beloved wife |
Howard | This name pays tribute to his middle name |
Inaugural | Celebrating the start of Taft's presidential term |
Justice | Reflects his role as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court |
Legislator | A nod to Taft's law-focused career |
Philippines | Taft served as the Governor-General of the Philippines |
POTUS | A reference to his position as the 27th President |
Progressive | In reference to the political era during which Taft served |
Republican | Signifying Taft's party affiliation |
Roosevelt | A nod to Taft's predecessor |
Scalia | Named after another famous Supreme Court Justice to honor Taft's role |
Supreme | For the highest court which Taft served as Chief Justice |
Taftster | A playful name that includes his surname |
Trustbuster | Taft was known for his antitrust policies |
Unitarian | In recognition of Taft's religion |
Yale | In recognition of Taft's alma mater |
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Ace | In reference to his cameo in the movie 'Ace Ventura' |
Canton | The city where the Pro Football Hall of Fame is located |
Champ | A nod to Marino's successful football career |
Dandy | A playful reference to 'Dandy Dan' |
Dolphin | After the team Dan was dedicated to for his entire career |
Draftee | Dan was drafted in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft |
Endzone | Where Marino often sent the football |
FinsUp | The popular slogan of the Miami Dolphins |
Florida | The state where he spent his entire NFL career |
Gridiron | A term synonymous with American football |
HallOfFamer | Dan was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame |
Heisman | In his college years, Dan was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy |
Isotoner | A nod to Dan's famous glove endorsement |
Marino | Honoring the last name of the player |
MVP | He was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1984 |
Passer | Dan was known for his exceptional passing skills |
Pitt | He attended the University of Pittsburgh |
ProBowl | Dan was selected for the Pro Bowl multiple times |
Quarterback | The position Dan played exceptionally well |
Record | At the time of his retirement, Dan held numerous passing records |
Rookie | Dan won the NFL Rookie of the Year award |
Snap | A term used in football, the start of every play |
Spiral | A reference to the spiral trajectory of a well-thrown football |
Thirteen | Dan's jersey number was 13 |
Touchdown | To celebrate Marino's numerous touchdown passes |
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AllStar | Named for Fielder's multiple All-Star appearances |
Batter | To represent Fielder's role as a hitter |
Brewer | In honor of the Milwaukee team Fielder played for |
Bunt | In reference to a key baseball move |
Champ | To denote Fielder's championship-winning career |
Comerica | In tribute to Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers |
Cycle | In acknowledgment of Fielder's achievement of hitting for the cycle |
Derby | In recognition of Fielder's Home Run Derby wins |
Diamond | Symbolizing the baseball diamond |
Dinger | To denote Fielder's knack for hitting home runs |
Fielder | Marking Fielder's position as a first baseman |
Globe | In honor of Globe Life Park in Arlington, home of the Texas Rangers |
Homer | For Fielder's impressive home run record |
Infield | Honoring Fielder's role as an infield player |
Miller | Honoring Miller Park, where the Brewers play |
Mitt | Symbolizing the glove used in Fielder's position |
Prince | After the man himself, Prince Fielder |
Ranger | As a tribute to his time with the Texas Rangers |
RBI | For Fielder's high run batted in count during his career |
Silver | Acknowledging Fielder's Silver Slugger awards |
Slug | For Fielder's high slugging percentage |
Slugger | For Prince Fielder's powerful hitting style |
Southpaw | In recognition of Fielder's left-handed batting |
Tiger | To commemorate Fielder's stint with the Detroit Tigers |
Triple | Because of Fielder's ability to hit triples |
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Animator | In recognition of Ben's voice acting for several animated series |
Bronx | A tribute to Ben's birthplace in New York |
Calculester | In honor of Ben's character in the video game 'Monster Prom' |
Comedian | A nod to Ben's successful career in comedy |
Dewey | A tribute to the character from 'DuckTales' Ben lent his voice to |
Ducktales | Ben Schwartz voiced a character in this animated series |
Flitz | Named after Ben's character in 'House of Lies' |
Happy | Named after the character Ben played in 'Happy Anniversary' |
Hedgehog | In honor of the iconic character Ben voiced in a movie |
Improv | Honoring Ben's comedy roots in improvisational theatre |
JeanRalphio | In honor of Ben's portrayal of the character on 'Parks and Recreation' |
Leo | In honor of the character Ben voiced in 'Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' |
Ninja | A nod to Ben's role in 'Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' |
Parks | A tribute to the show 'Parks and Recreation' where Ben gained popularity |
Pawnee | A nod to the fictional town where 'Parks and Recreation' is set |
Rabbit | A tribute to Ben's role in 'Rabbit Hole' |
Rejection | A nod to 'Rejected Jokes', Ben's own website |
Rutabaga | Named after his character in 'BoJack Horseman' |
Saperstein | This name pays tribute to the full character name from 'Parks and Recreation' |
Schwartz | Named after Ben's surname |
Sketchfest | This name is in honor of the San Francisco Sketchfest, where Ben has performed |
Sonic | This is a reference to Ben's voice acting role in 'Sonic the Hedgehog' |
Turbo | Named after Ben's character in 'Turbo FAST' |
Undercovers | Named after the series in which Ben played a character |
Union | Honoring Ben's character from 'The Union' |
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