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Updated: May 15, 2024

Welcome to a unique compilation of monikers, inspired by the charm and beauty of the Peach State. Georgia, known for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and southern hospitality, provides abundant inspiration for naming your new canine companion. This list spans from its bustling cities, like Atlanta and Savannah, to its peaceful countryside enveloped by the Blue Ridge Mountains, touching upon Georgia's famous personalities, culture, and cuisine.

Whether you have a laid-back Basset Hound or an energetic Border Collie, our carefully curated list offers a variety of names to suit every breed, size, and personality. The names reflect the spirit of Georgia, encapsulating its warmth, resilience, and vibrant energy. So, if you're looking to give your furry friend a name with a touch of southern flair, you've come to the right place. Dive in and discover the perfect name that resonates with your pet and pays tribute to the enchanting state of Georgia.

Name Reason to Choose
Tybee After the charming Tybee Island
Tycoon In tribute to the Tycoon Percussion, a music company
Upson For Upson County, located in the west central part of Georgia
Valdosta A city in southern Georgia
Vernon Mount Vernon is a notable city in Georgia
Vidalia For the sweet Vidalia onions grown in Georgia
Vidette A tribute to the city of Vidette, located in Burke County, Georgia
Waffle Named after the Waffle House headquartered in Georgia
Wayne A county located in the southeastern portion of Georgia
Whitfield Named after Whitfield County, located in the northwestern part of Georgia
Xander A modern name that is popular in Georgia
Yatesville For the town of Yatesville, located in Upson County, Georgia
Zebulon A tribute to the city of Zebulon, the county seat of Pike County, Georgia
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Georgia Sports Teams

If you're a sports fan, naming your dog after a Georgia sports team can demonstrate your team spirit and love for the sport.
Name Description
Augusta Home to the Masters Golf Tournament
Banana A playful nod to the Savannah Bananas
Blaze For the Atlanta Blaze lacrosse team
Bravo Named after the Atlanta Braves baseball team
Dawg A playful spin on the University of Georgia Bulldogs
Dream The Atlanta Dream is a professional women's basketball team
Eagle For the Georgia Southern Eagles
Falco For the Atlanta Falcons football team
Gladi The Atlanta Gladiators are a professional Ice Hockey team
Hawk Tribute to the Atlanta Hawks basketball team
Lanier The Lake Lanier Islands Resort has a golf course
Masters For the prestigious golf tournament held in Augusta
Mercer A nod to the Mercer Bears
Owl Kennesaw State Owls inspired this name
Panther The Georgia State Panthers inspired this name
Peach The state fruit and a symbol of Georgia
Rambler Inspired by Georgia Tech's Ramblin' Wreck
Savannah For the Savannah Bananas baseball team
Silverback In honor of the Atlanta Silverbacks soccer team
Stinger Represents Georgia Tech's mascot
Swarm After the Georgia Swarm lacrosse team
Tech For Georgia Tech's Yellow Jackets
Thrash A nod to the former Atlanta Thrashers hockey team
Tiger Savannah State Tigers inspired this name
United Celebrates the Atlanta United FC soccer team
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Georgia Landmarks

Landmarks represent significant places, and naming a dog after a Georgia landmark can show your appreciation and love for the state.
Name Description
Alpharetta A city known for its thriving tech industry
Athens Home to the University of Georgia
Augusta Paying homage to the city known for Masters Golf Tournament
BlueRidge From the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia
Buckhead An upscale district in Atlanta known for its shopping
Chattahoochee Inspired by the Chattahoochee River
Cumberland Named after the Cumberland Island National Seashore
Dahlonega Inspired by the city, site of the first U.S. gold rush
Dalton Inspired by the Carpet Capital of the World
Decatur A city known for its vibrant food and music scene
Dixie A nod to the nickname for the Southern states
Dunwoody A city known for its balance of progress and preservation
Forsyth Named after Forsyth Park in Savannah
Jekyll Named after Jekyll Island, a popular vacation destination
Macon One of the Georgia's largest cities
Marietta A historic suburb of Atlanta
Okefenokee After the famous Okefenokee Swamp
Peachtree Named after the famous road that runs through the heart of Atlanta
Piedmont A central business district in Atlanta
Roswell An Atlanta suburb with a rich history
Savannah A nod to the oldest city in Georgia
Smyrna A charming city just outside of Atlanta
Stone Short for Stone Mountain, a famous Georgia landmark
Tybee Comes from Tybee Island, a popular coastal spot
Vidalia Famous for its sweet onions
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Famous Georgians

Names inspired by famous Georgians can give your dog a name with a story behind it.
Name Description
Alice Named after Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize-winning author from Eatonton, Georgia
Andre Named after Andre 3000, a rapper and part of the hip-hop duo OutKast, who hails from Atlanta
Bobby This name honors Bobby Jones, a famous golfer from Atlanta
Bullock This name honors Sandra Bullock, an Academy Award-winning actress who was born in Virginia but had her high school education in Atlanta
Carter Named after Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, who was born in Plains, Georgia
Champ An homage to Champ Bailey, a Pro Football Hall of Famer from Folkston
Dakota An homage to Dakota Fanning, a famous actress who was born in Conyers, Georgia
Debbie Named after Debbie Reynolds, a famous actress and singer born in El Paso but raised in Georgia
Ellen For Ellen Barkin, an actress and producer who was born in The Bronx but grew up in Savannah
Flannery This name honors Flannery O'Connor, a celebrated author from Savannah
Gladys An homage to Gladys Knight, a soul singer and seven-time Grammy Award-winner from Atlanta
Herschel This name is a tribute to Herschel Walker, the famous college football player from the University of Georgia
Joanne This name honors Joanne Woodward, an Academy Award-winning actress from Thomasville, Georgia
Johnny For Johnny Mercer, a songwriter and co-founder of Capitol Records, who was born in Savannah
Julia This name is a tribute to Julia Roberts, an Oscar-winning actress who was born in Smyrna, Georgia
Lucas Named after Lucas Black, a famous actor from Speake, Georgia
Margaret Named after Margaret Mitchell, the author of 'Gone with the Wind', who was born in Atlanta
Martin This name honors Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights leader born in Atlanta
Oglethorpe After James Oglethorpe, the founder of the Province of Georgia
Peach Georgia is known as the Peach State, making this a fitting name
Ray For Ray Charles, a legendary musician who was born in Albany, Georgia
Savannah For the charming city in Georgia known for its historic parks and architecture
Sidney An homage to Sidney Lanier, a poet from Macon, Georgia
Trisha Country singer Trisha Yearwood, who was born in Georgia, is the inspiration
Ty This name honors Ty Cobb, the baseball legend who was born in Narrows, Georgia
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Georgia Native Plants

Naming your dog after a native Georgia plant can be a unique and refreshing choice, especially for nature enthusiasts.
Name Description
Azalea This is a common flowering shrub native to Georgia
Beech A type of tree that grows in Georgia
Bluebell A pretty flower that grows in Georgia
Buckeye This tree's name is inspired by its native Georgia surroundings
Buttercup A yellow flower found in Georgia
Camellia Another beautiful flower that grows in Georgia
Cotton A nod to Georgia's cotton farming history
Cypress A species of tree that grows in Georgia
Daisy This classic flower grows in Georgia
Dogwood Inspired by the state tree of Georgia
Hickory Refers to a variety of trees native to Georgia
Holly Inspired by the holly tree, native to Georgia
Hydrangea Named after a native Georgia plant
Iris An elegant flower that grows in Georgia
Lilac Inspired by the fragrant lilac flower
Loblolly Refers to the Loblolly pine, a tree common in Georgia
Magnolia Named after the beautiful tree found in Georgia
Maple This tree species is native to Georgia
Oak Named after the majestic oak trees that grow in Georgia
Peach Georgia is famous for its peaches
Pecan Georgia is known for its pecan trees
Poplar A type of tree that can be found in Georgia
Sweetgum This tree is native to Georgia
Tulip A beautiful flower that can be found in Georgia
Wisteria This flowering vine is native to Georgia
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Georgia City Names

Naming your pet after a favorite city in Georgia can be a great way to bring a piece of home into your dog's identity.
Name Description
Albany A city located in the southwestern part of the state
Athens Famous for its music scene, it's also home to the University of Georgia
Augusta Known for its golf tournaments, it's located near the South Carolina border
Blairsville A small town in the mountains of North Georgia
Brunswick Coastal city, known for its historic downtown district
Columbus Located on the Chattahoochee River, it's the second largest city in Georgia
Douglas Named after a senator, it's a small city in Coffee County
Ellijay It's a mountain town known for its apple orchards
Fayetteville Named after a French war hero, it's located in Fayette County
Gainesville Located in North Georgia, it's known as the Poultry Capital of the World
Hinesville A city located near the Atlantic coast, it's part of the Savannah Metropolitan Area
Jesup A small city located in Wayne County, named after a naval officer
Kennesaw A city in Cobb County, it's known for its Civil War history
Lawrenceville It's the second oldest city in the metropolitan Atlanta area
Macon Known for its music history, it's located near the geographic center of the state
Newnan A city located in Coweta County, it's known for its historic architecture
Rome Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it's the largest city in Northwest Georgia
Savannah A historic city known for its beautiful parks and squares
Tifton Located in South Georgia, it's known as the Friendly City
Valdosta Located in the southern part of the state, it's known as the Azalea City
Waycross A small city located near the Okefenokee Swamp
Winder A city located in Barrow County, it's part of the Atlanta metropolitan area
Xenia While not a Georgia city, it's a unique name that could pay homage to the state's Greek influences
Yorkville A small community located in Paulding County
Zebulon Named after a Revolutionary War hero, it's the county seat of Pike County
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