Welcome to a unique collection of monikers inspired by the capital city of Colombia, Bogota. This charming city is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse population. Nestled high in the Andes Mountains, Bogota is a hub of arts, food, music, and commerce. It's a city of contrast, where modern skyscrapers stand beside historic buildings, and the urban landscape is surrounded by a treasure of natural beauty.
This page is dedicated to those who wish to celebrate the spirit of Bogota by naming their canine companions in its honor. Whether you're a native of Bogota, a passionate traveler, or simply someone who enjoys the city's unique appeal, here you will find a selection of dog names that reflect the city's distinct character.
These names are imbued with the color and rhythm of Bogota, from its sprawling plazas and cobblestone streets to its vibrant festivals and traditional Colombian cuisine. They are a testament to the city's endearing charm and the warmth of its people. So browse through, and perhaps you'll find the perfect name that captures the essence of your beloved pet and pays tribute to this fascinating city.
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Kennedy | One of the 20 localities of Bogota |
Kolumbia | Kolumbia, a unique spelling of Colombia |
Leticia | Leticia, named after the city in the Amazon region of Colombia |
Llanero | Llanero, to honor the cowboy culture of the Colombian plains |
Magdalena | Magdalena, for the Magdalena River, the principal river of Colombia |
Marquez | Marquez, named after the famous Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez |
Meta | A department in Colombia known for its plains |
Monserrate | Named after a famous mountain in Bogota |
Muisca | Muisca, for the indigenous Muisca people of Colombia |
Museo | Spanish for museum, like the many in Bogota |
Nairo | Nairo, after Nairo Quintana, a famous Colombian cyclist |
Narino | Named after a department in Colombia known for its diverse culture |
Novo | Inspired by the Novo Centro shopping center in Bogota |
Oriente | Oriente, for the eastern region of Colombia |
Orinoco | One of the longest rivers in South America, part of it flowing in Colombia |
Oro | Oro, Spanish for gold, as a nod to Colombia's rich history of gold mining |
Pablo | Pablo, named after the notorious Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar |
Paez | An indigenous group in Colombia |
Paisa | Paisa, for the Paisa region and its people in Colombia |
Paloquemao | A popular marketplace in Bogota |
Paramo | A unique ecosystem found in Colombia's high altitude regions |
Patacon | A popular Colombian dish made with green plantains |
Plaza | Inspired by Bogota's bustling squares |
Quebrada | Quebrada, named after the Quebrada La Vieja, a popular hiking destination in Bogota |
Quimbaya | An ancient pre-Columbian culture in Colombia |
Quindio | Named after a department in Colombia known for its coffee production |
Rafael | Inspired by the Rafael Uribe Uribe locality in Bogota |
Rio | Rio, Spanish for river, numerous of which flow through Colombia |
Rosario | A popular university in Bogota is the inspiration |
Sabana | Bogota is situated on the Bogota savanna, or 'sabana' in Spanish |
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Anthurium | Named after a tropical flower found in Colombia |
Armadillo | This mammal is commonly found in Colombia |
Bromelia | Captures the essence of a colorful Colombian plant |
Caiman | A type of crocodile found in Colombian waters |
Capuchin | Inspired by a type of monkey found in Colombia |
Cattleya | Taken from a type of orchid that's native to Colombia |
Coati | A mammal native to Colombia |
Condor | This is the national bird of Colombia, so it's a fitting name for a dog |
Guacamaya | A type of parrot native to Colombia |
Heliconia | A tropical flower found in Colombia |
Howler | Inspired by the loudest animal in the Americas, the howler monkey |
Hummingbird | These birds are common in Colombia |
Iguana | Inspired by the reptile species found in Colombia |
Jaguar | Inspired by the largest cat native to the Americas, especially Colombia |
Manatee | A large aquatic mammal found in Colombian rivers |
Ocelot | This wild cat species is found in Colombia |
Orchid | Named after the national flower of Colombia |
Peccary | A type of wild pig found in Colombia |
Puma | Big cat species native to Colombia |
Sloth | This mammal is a common sight in Colombian jungles |
Tamarin | This is a small, squirrel-sized monkey found in Colombia |
Tanager | A type of bird native to Colombia |
Tapir | A large herbivorous mammal, indigenous to Colombia |
Tarpon | A large fish found in Colombian rivers |
Toucan | A tropical bird species found in Colombia |
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Bacca | After Carlos Bacca, a professional Colombian footballer |
Balvin | After J Balvin, a globally recognized Colombian reggaeton singer |
Botero | Honoring Fernando Botero, a renowned Colombian figurative artist and sculptor |
Cabal | In honor of Juan Sebastian Cabal, a Colombian professional tennis player |
Cepeda | In honor of Andres Cepeda, a popular Colombian singer |
Cordoba | Celebrating the life of the late Colombian comedian, Jaime Garzon Cordoba |
Escobar | In memory of the controversial Colombian figure, Pablo Escobar |
Falcao | In honor of Radamel Falcao, a star Colombian footballer |
Fonseca | Named for Juan Fernando Fonseca, a popular Colombian singer |
Higuita | Derived from Rene Higuita, the famous Colombian football goalkeeper |
Jaramillo | Commemorating the Colombian artist, Alejandro Jaramillo |
Juanes | Inspired by the popular Colombian musician and peace activist |
Maluma | After the well-known Colombian singer Maluma |
Marquez | Paying tribute to Gabriel Garcia Marquez, the Nobel laureate Colombian author |
Nairo | Paying tribute to Nairo Quintana, a renowned Colombian cyclist |
Quintana | Tribute to Nairo Quintana, a professional Colombian cyclist |
Restrepo | In memory of Guillermo Cano Restrepo, an influential Colombian journalist |
Rodriguez | Named for James Rodriguez, a top Colombian footballer |
Santos | After Juan Manuel Santos, the former President of Colombia |
Shakira | Named after the famous Colombian singer, songwriter, and dancer |
Sofia | After Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara |
Valderrama | In recognition of Carlos Valderrama, the legendary Colombian football player |
Vargas | Tribute to the Colombian writer, Gabriel Garcia Vargas |
Vives | Honoring Carlos Vives, a Grammy-winning Colombian singer |
Yatra | Inspired by Sebastian Yatra, a well-known Colombian singer |
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Ajiaco | A hearty Colombian soup made with chicken, potatoes, and corn |
Arepa | Named after a traditional Colombian food made of ground maize dough or cooked flour |
Arepita | A smaller version of Arepa, a traditional Colombian food |
Bandeja | In reference to Bandeja Paisa, a traditional Colombian dish |
Buñuelo | A traditional Colombian food that is fried and often eaten as a snack |
Cazuela | This stands for a type of stew that's common in Colombian cuisine |
Chicha | A type of corn-based beverage that's popular in Colombia |
Chicharron | A popular snack made from fried pork belly or fried pork rinds |
Cholado | A refreshing Colombian dessert made with crushed ice, fruit, and condensed milk |
Chorizo | This is a type of spicy sausage that's popular in many Colombian dishes |
Cuchuco | A traditional Colombian soup made with wheat, pork, and potatoes |
Empanada | This refers to a type of baked or fried turnover common in Colombian cuisine |
Fritanga | A term used in Colombia to refer to a variety of fried foods |
Guarapo | A sweet drink made from sugar cane, popular in Colombia |
Lechona | A traditional Colombian dish consisting of a whole roasted pig stuffed with rice and vegetables |
Manjar | A name derived from a sweet, creamy dessert that's popular in Colombia |
Mazamorra | A traditional Colombian dessert made from maize |
Natilla | A traditional Colombian dessert, similar to custard |
Oblea | A popular Colombian dessert consisting of two round, thin wafers filled with sweet ingredients |
Pandebono | A popular cheese bread in Colombia. Especially good for a cheesy personality |
Panela | A sweetener used in many Colombian dishes, made from sugarcane juice |
Sancocho | A traditional Colombian soup made with meat and vegetables |
Tamal | A traditional Colombian dish made of masa or dough, often wrapped in banana leaf |
Tinto | A typical Colombian way to refer to black coffee |
Tostado | A common snack in Colombia, refers to a toasted corn nut |
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Andino | Inspired by the Andean region in which Bogota is located |
Apoquindo | Inspired by Apoquindo, a prominent avenue in Bogota |
Bolívar | In honor of Bolívar Square, the main square of the city |
Cali | In honor of Cali, another major city in Colombia |
Candelaria | Taking after La Candelaria, the historic district in Bogota |
Caro | From Museo del Oro, housing the famous 'El Dorado' raft |
Colpatria | Named after Torre Colpatria, a skyscraper in Bogota |
Emerald | Named after the famous Colombian emerald trade |
Gold | A tribute to the Gold Museum, showcasing pre-Colombian gold artifacts |
Guatavita | Inspired by the legend of El Dorado, originating from Lake Guatavita |
Julio | In honor of the Julio Mario Santo Domingo Public Library |
Maloka | Named after Maloka Museum, a science museum in Bogota |
Monserrate | Named after Cerro de Monserrate, a famous mountain in Bogota |
Nariño | From the Casa de Nariño, the presidential palace and residence |
Planetario | After the Planetario de Bogota, a cultural center for astronomy |
Primada | After the Primada Cathedral, a historic landmark |
Quevedo | After the Quevedo Jet, a famous fountain in Bogota |
Quinta | After Quinta de Bolívar, a historic museum in Bogota |
Rafael | In honor of Rafael Pombo, a renowned Colombian poet |
Rosario | From Del Rosario University, a well-known university in Bogota |
Salitre | Named after the Salitre Magico, a popular amusement park in Bogota |
Simón | In honor of the statue of Simón Bolívar in the Bolívar Square |
Tisquesusa | After the last ruler of Bogota before the Spanish conquest |
Torre | Inspired by Torre Colpatria, the tallest building in Bogota |
Zipa | After the Zipa, a traditional ruler of the Muisca people |
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Antonio | Inspired by the historic neighborhood of San Antonio in Bogota |
Barrios | This name is the Spanish word for neighborhoods, a nod to the diverse areas of Bogota |
Bolivar | Named after the Bolivar Square, a famous landmark in Bogota |
Bosa | This name comes from a neighborhood known for its vibrant street art in Bogota |
Candelaria | This name comes from Bogota's historic downtown district |
Cedritos | An upscale neighborhood in Bogota lends its name here |
Chapinero | This name is inspired by a well-known district in Bogota with a rich cultural scene |
Ciudad | A name that translates to 'city', capturing the urban vibe of Bogota |
Engativa | A locale in Bogota known for its shopping centers influenced this name |
Fontibon | An industrial hub in Bogota lends its name here |
Galerias | This name is inspired by a district in Bogota known for its shopping and nightlife |
Granada | A neighborhood in Bogota known for its gastronomic scene is the inspiration for this name |
Kennedy | A district in Bogota with a strong community spirit inspired this name |
Normandia | A neighborhood in Bogota known for its peaceful environment inspired this name |
Pablo | This name pays homage to the Pablo VI neighborhood in Bogota |
Quinta | A nod to the Quinta Paredes neighborhood in Bogota, known for its convention center |
Rafael | This name commemorates the Rafael Uribe Uribe neighborhood in Bogota |
Santa | Inspired by Santa Fe, a prominent neighborhood in Bogota |
Soacha | Named after a municipality in Bogota known for its indigenous history |
Suba | An area in Bogota known for its beautiful parks inspired this name |
Teusaquillo | A district in Bogota that is steeped in history is the inspiration for this name |
Tintal | This name is borrowed from a neighborhood in Bogota known for its library park |
Tunjuelito | This name is borrowed from a neighborhood in Bogota known for its community festivals |
Usaquen | Named after a historic area in Bogota known for its colonial architecture |
Zona | An homage to Zona G, an area in Bogota known for its gourmet dining |
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