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Updated: May 15, 2024

Welcome to a page that pays tribute to the First State, Delaware, through a unique collection of dog names. Delaware, though small in size, boasts a rich history, diverse landscapes, and a culture that has greatly influenced America. This page is designed for dog owners who want to celebrate their love for Delaware by naming their canine companions after the state's prominent features, cities, and historical figures.

From names inspired by Delaware's scenic beaches, state parks, and charming towns, to those derived from famous Delawareans and local cuisine, our curated list offers a plethora of options. Whether you have a small breed or a large one, a sporty pup or a couch potato, you’re sure to find a name that perfectly encapsulates your pet’s personality and your affection for Delaware. Get ready to explore and be inspired!

Remember, a dog's name is an important part of their training and socialization process, making it crucial to choose one that's both meaningful and easy to understand. We hope this comprehensive collection of Delaware-inspired dog names will help you find that perfect name, adding an extra layer of love and personal touch to your relationship with your furry friend.

Name Reason to Choose
Hartly Named after the small town in Kent County
Hen A tribute to the Blue Hen, the state bird
Heron Named after the herons commonly seen in Delaware
Hockessin A small town in Delaware
Holly The American Holly is Delaware's state tree
Horseshoe For the horseshoe crabs commonly found in Delaware Bay
Indy Short for Independence, part of the state motto
Iron In honor of the Iron Hill Museum in Newark
Ironman Delaware hosts an annual Ironman competition
Jazz Named after the annual jazz festival held in Rehoboth Beach
Jester For the Jester State Park in Delaware
Juno For the USS Juno, a ship built in Wilmington, Delaware
Kent Named after one of Delaware's three counties
Ladybug Delaware's state bug is the ladybug
Laurel Inspired by the town of Laurel, Delaware
Legacy In honor of Delaware's rich history
Leipsic A nod to the small town of Leipsic in Delaware
Lenape In honor of the native Lenape people
Lewes The oldest town in Delaware
Liberty In honor of the state motto: Liberty and Independence
Lighthouse Delaware's coastline is dotted with lighthouses
Macro The Macrochelys Temminckii is the state's reptile
Magnolia For the town named Magnolia in Delaware
Mallard Mallard ducks are a common sight in Delaware
Mariners For Mariners' Point, a popular spot in Delaware
Marshall A nod to Marshall's Bridge, a historic site in Delaware
Mason Named after the Mason-Dixon line, which partly forms Delaware's border
Meadow Delaware is known for its beautiful meadows
Merry Named after Merrywing Bay, a bay in Delaware
Middletown Named after a city in Delaware
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Delaware Cuisine

Naming dogs after popular foods or dishes from Delaware can be a fun and tasty way to celebrate the state's culinary traditions.
Name Description
Apple Apple Scrapple Festival is a popular event in Delaware
Barley Named after one of the ingredients in Delaware's craft beers
Biscuit A loveable name that reminds of classic Delaware chicken and biscuits
Bisque Crab bisque is a common culinary delight in Delaware
Bluecrab This name pays tribute to Delaware's Blue Crab industry
Brew Honoring Delaware's rich craft beer industry
Broiler For the famous Delmarva broiler chicken, a staple of the state's agriculture
Chowder Clam chowder is a classic dish in Delaware's coastal areas
Dover Named after the capital of Delaware, known for its local food scene
Dumpling An endearing name after the Slippery Dumplings, a popular meal in Delaware
Grit Corn grits are a common side dish in Delaware cuisine
Holly Delaware's state tree is the American Holly
Lobster A cute name after the seafood delicacy enjoyed across Delaware
Muskrat A quirky name inspired by a traditional Delaware dish
Peach Delaware is renowned for its peach orchards, thus the name
Poultry A nod to the state's significant poultry farming
Pretzel An ode to the soft pretzels, a favorite snack in Delaware
Pumpkin The name celebrates the annual Pumpkin Chunkin event in Delaware
Ravioli Inspired by the Italian influence on Delaware's culinary scene
Scrapple Named after the meaty breakfast dish popular in Delaware
Sourdough Delaware is known for its delicious sourdough bread
Strawberry In honor of the annual Strawberry Festival in Delaware
Succotash A traditional Delaware dish made from corn and lima beans
Truffle A fancy name after the luxury chocolate shops in Delaware
Wine Acknowledging the growing wine industry in Delaware
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Delaware Wildlife

Naming dogs after animals native to Delaware can be a creative way to pay tribute to the state's diverse wildlife.
Name Description
Beaver Beavers are quite prevalent in Delaware's waterways
Birch Named for the Birch trees that are common in Delaware
Bluebird The Blue Hen Chicken is the state bird of Delaware, and the name Bluebird pays homage to this avian symbol
Brandywine Brandywine Creek is known for its diverse wildlife
Creek Named after the many creeks in Delaware that are home to diverse wildlife
Cypress For the Cypress trees native to Delaware
Dover The capital city of Delaware has wildlife in abundance
Dune Delaware's beaches are famous for their sand dunes
Eagle The bald eagle, a symbol of the USA, is found in Delaware
Finch For the state bird, the American Goldfinch
Fisher Delaware's rivers are filled with fish, so Fisher is a fitting name
Fox Foxes, particularly the red fox, are common in Delaware
Hawk Named for the Red-Tailed Hawks that are native to Delaware
Hickory Named for the Hickory trees native to Delaware
Horseshoe The Horseshoe Crab is a common sight on Delaware's beaches
Mallard Mallards are commonly found duck species in Delaware
Marsh Delaware is known for its marshlands, providing a habitat for various species
Meadow Delaware is known for its beautiful meadows, home to many wildlife species
Nanticoke For the Nanticoke River, a hub of Delaware's wildlife
Peach Peach blossoms are Delaware's state flower
Pond Delaware has numerous ponds that are a habitat for diverse wildlife
Raven Ravens are fairly common in the state of Delaware
Shore Delaware has a long coastline, hence the name Shore
Sparrow Sparrows are a common bird species in Delaware
Swamp In tribute to the Great Cypress Swamp in southern Delaware
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Famous Delawareans

Naming dogs after famous people from Delaware can be a unique and interesting way to honor the state's notable figures.
Name Description
Bethany Bethany Beach is a popular Delaware resort town
Biden Named after Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States who served as a U.S. Senator from Delaware for 36 years
Bluehen The state bird of Delaware is the Blue Hen Chicken
Brandywine Named after the Brandywine Creek, a significant Delaware river
Carper Tribute to Thomas R. Carper, a U.S. Senator from Delaware
Castle Named after New Castle, a city in Delaware
Christiana Christiana Mall is a major shopping center in Delaware
Dover Delaware's capital city
DuPont Tribute to the influential DuPont family known for their contributions to industry and politics in Delaware
Fenwick After Fenwick Island, a popular beach destination in Delaware
Georgetown Named after the county seat of Sussex County, Delaware
Hagley Inspired by the Hagley Museum and Library in Delaware
Henlopen Tribute to Cape Henlopen State Park, a popular Delaware destination
Lewes Named after the city in Delaware known for its historic sites
Milford Inspired by the city in Delaware
Nemours Inspired by the Nemours Mansion and Gardens, a historic Delaware landmark
Newark City in Delaware and home to the University of Delaware
Odessa Historic town in Delaware, known for its preserved 18th-century houses
Peach Peach Blossom is the state flower of Delaware
Rehoboth Famous Delaware seaside town
Roth Named after William V. Roth Jr., a long-serving U.S. Senator from Delaware
Seaford Named after the city in Delaware
Smyrna Named after the town in Delaware
Wilmington Delaware's largest city
Winterthur Famous museum, garden and library in Delaware
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Delaware Cities

Naming dogs after cities in Delaware can be a great way to show state pride and love for a specific location.
Name Description
Bethany This is a beach town in Sussex County, Delaware
Bridgeville A town in Sussex County, known for its annual apple-scrapple festival
Camden A town in Kent County, Delaware
Clayton A town in Kent and New Castle counties in Delaware
DelMar A town in Sussex County, Delaware, known as the 'Gateway to the Peninsula'
Dewey Known for its vibrant nightlife, this beach town is a popular summer destination
Dover It is the capital city of Delaware
Elsmere A town in New Castle County, Delaware
Felton A town in Kent County, Delaware
Fenwick A coastal town in Sussex County, Delaware
Georgetown The county seat of Sussex County, Delaware
Harrington A city in Kent County, Delaware
Laurel This small town in Sussex County is known for its historic buildings
Lewes A city in Delaware, known for its seaside charm
Middletown A city in New Castle County, Delaware
Milford A city in Kent and Sussex counties that lies along the Mispillion River
Milton A town in Sussex County, Delaware
Newark This is a popular city in Delaware
Newcastle The county seat of New Castle County, Delaware
Odessa A town in New Castle County, Delaware
Rehoboth This coastal city is a popular summer vacation spot
Seaford The largest city in Sussex County, Delaware
Selbyville A town in Sussex County, Delaware
Smyrna A town in Kent and New Castle counties in Delaware
Wilmington This city is the most populous in Delaware
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Historical Landmarks

Naming dogs after historical landmarks can be a fun and educational way to honor Delaware's rich history.
Name Description
Amstel From Amstel House, a historic mansion in Newcastle
Barratt Barratt's Chapel, the oldest surviving church in the United States
Bellefonte A quaint town in Delaware with a rich history
Belmont Belmont Hall, a historic plantation house in Smyrna
Brandywine Historic river flowing through Delaware
Christiana Christiana Historical Society preserves local history
Dover The capital city of Delaware, rich with history
Eleutherian Eleutherian Mills, home to the Du Pont family and a historic site
Fenwick From Fenwick Island Lighthouse, a popular landmark
Fortdelaware Named after Fort Delaware, a Union fortress dating back to the Civil War
Hagley From Hagley Museum, the site of the gunpowder works
Hancock After John Hancock House, a historical landmark
Henlopen Cape Henlopen State Park, a historical landmark in Delaware
Ironhill Iron Hill Museum, a famous archaeological site
Kalmar Named after Kalmar Nyckel, a ship that brought the first Swedish settlers to Delaware
Lewes The first town in the first state, with a rich history
Lombardy Lombardy Hall, home of the American patriot, Gunning Bedford
Newcastle One of Delaware's oldest towns with numerous historical landmarks
Odessa A town in Delaware known for its preserved 18th-century houses
Read Read House & Gardens, a historical landmark in New Castle
Rehoboth Rehoboth Beach is a historic seaside town
Rockwood Rockwood Park & Museum is a famous historical site
Rodney Inspired by Caesar Rodney, a signer of the Declaration of Independence from Delaware
Winterthur Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library is a prominent landmark
Zwaanendael Named after Zwaanendael Museum, commemorates Delaware's first European colony
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