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Updated: June 27, 2024

Welcome to a unique curation of canine appellations inspired by the rich heritage and culture of one of China's most beautiful cities, known for its historic relics and natural beauty. This city, the capital of Zhejiang province in Eastern China, is renowned for its scenic beauty, and its historical and cultural significance dating back to more than 2000 years.

Our list of dog names pays homage to this mesmerizing city, offering you a selection of names that not only add an exotic touch but also have beautiful meanings derived from landmarks, cuisine, famous personalities, and the authentic language of the city. Whether you have a small lap dog or a large guard dog, there is a name on this list that will perfectly suit your new furry friend.

So, if you are looking for that unique name for your pup that will consistently remind you of this beautiful city, you are in the right place. Browse through the list and find that perfect name that resonates with your dog's personality and your fondness for this charming Chinese city.

Name Reason to Choose
Shu Short for Shucheng, a county in Hangzhou's province
Silk Hangzhou's historical silk industry
SilkRoad Hangzhou was a terminal of the ancient Silk Road
Song A nod to the Song Dynasty, when Hangzhou was the capital
Su The abbreviation of Hangzhou's province, Zhejiang
Sudi A name that pays tribute to the beautiful Sudi Causeway
Tang Shortened from the Tang Dynasty
Tao A nod to Taoyuan Resort, a popular resort in Hangzhou
Tea Hangzhou is renowned for its tea
Tian Short for Tiantai Mountain, a scenic spot in Hangzhou
Tiantai A mountain range near Hangzhou
Ting Inspired by the Ting Tao scenic area in West Lake
Tomb Hangzhou is home to many historical tombs
Wansong Inspired by the Wansong Academy, a place of historical importance
Wei A nod to Wei River, a river in Hangzhou
Wen Inspired by Wenzhou, a nearby city to Hangzhou
Westlake Hangzhou's famed landmark
Wulin Named after Wulin Square, a popular gathering place
Wushan A mountain in Hangzhou
Xi This name is a nod to Xi Hu (West Lake), a famous lake in Hangzhou
Xiaoshan Named after the Xiaoshan district, a bustling area filled with friendly people
Xihu It's a local dialect for West Lake
Xing This name is a nod to Xingzhi School, a famous school in Hangzhou
Xixi Derived from the Xixi National Wetland Park, a peaceful place to walk your dog
Xuan Derived from Xuanzang, a famous monk who lived in Hangzhou
Yan This name is a tribute to Yan'an Road, a busy street in Hangzhou
Yanan A tribute to Yanan Road, one of the busiest roads in Hangzhou
Yao Inspired by Yaolin Wonderland, a scenic area near Hangzhou
Yi Named after Yiwu, a city near Hangzhou known for its small commodities market
Yu Named after Yuhang District, a district in Hangzhou
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Hangzhou Folklore

Names inspired by legends and folklore can be mystical and imbued with cultural significance.
Name Description
Bai Inspired by the legendary White Snake, a famous Hangzhou folk tale
Blossom Symbolizes the beautiful cherry blossoms in Hangzhou
Breeze An allusion to the gentle breezes of the West Lake
Dawn Inspired by the stunning sunrises over Hangzhou's West Lake
Dragon Derived from the Dragon Well Tea, a cultural icon of Hangzhou
Grotto An homage to the Lingyin Grottos, a place of historical significance
Jade Represents the Jade Emperor, a deity often mentioned in Hangzhou's folk stories
Leifeng Incorporates the name of Leifeng Pagoda, a key location in Hangzhou's folklore
Lingyin Namesake of the Lingyin Temple, a place steeped in folklore
Lotus Symbolic of the lotus flowers that bloom in West Lake
Maiden A nod to Lady White, a character from Hangzhou folklore
Misty A tribute to the misty sceneries of Hangzhou
Moon Associated with the Moon over the Peaceful Lake in Autumn, a famous scenic spot in Hangzhou
Oriole Associated with the Orioles Singing in the Willows, a famous Hangzhou attraction
Pagoda A reference to the numerous pagodas found in Hangzhou
Pavilion A reference to Hangzhou's historic pavilions
Peony In honor of the beautiful peonies in Hangzhou's gardens
Qiantang Takes its name from the Qiantang River, a significant geographical feature in Hangzhou folklore
Silk An homage to Hangzhou's historic silk industry
Tea Named in honor of Hangzhou's famous Longjing tea
Westlake Named after the famous West Lake in Hangzhou, a place of many legends
Willow Inspired by the willow trees lining the West Lake
Xihu A tribute to the legends of the West Lake
Yue Drawn from the romantic legend of the Moon Festival
Zen In honor of Hangzhou's rich Zen Buddhist heritage
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Hangzhou Cuisine

Food-inspired names can be cute and unique, especially when they come from Hangzhou's famous dishes.
Name Description
Bamboo A tribute to Bamboo Shoot Soup, a classic Hangzhou dish
Beggar Inspired by Beggar's Chicken, a traditional Hangzhou dish
Blossom Inspired by the beautiful cherry blossoms in Hangzhou
Catfish Catfish soup, a Hangzhou culinary delight, inspired this name
Crispy Crispy Pork, a popular Hangzhou dish, gave birth to this name
Dongpo Dongpo Pork, a Hangzhou delicacy, serves as inspiration for this name
Dumpling Inspired by Hangzhou's love for dumplings
Eel Eel noodles, a Hangzhou specialty, is the inspiration behind this name
Fish Inspired by West Lake Fish, a traditional Hangzhou dish
Fuyang Fuyang Buns, a local Hangzhou snack, is the inspiration behind this name
Jasmine Jasmine tea, a popular drink in Hangzhou, inspired this name
Lantern Inspired by the Mid-Autumn Festival, a popular event in Hangzhou
Longjing Named after the famous Longjing tea from Hangzhou
Lotus Lotus root, often used in Hangzhou cuisine, gave birth to this name
Mooncake Mooncake, a popular Hangzhou dessert, is the inspiration behind this name
Ningbo Named after Ningbo Rice Pudding, a popular Hangzhou dessert
Noodle A tribute to Hangzhou's famous noodle dishes
Pagoda Named after the iconic Leifeng Pagoda in Hangzhou
Pigeon Pigeon Soup, a Hangzhou specialty, is the inspiration behind this name
Sesame Sesame Balls, a popular Hangzhou dessert, is the inspiration for this name
Shaoxing Shaoxing wine, a key ingredient in many Hangzhou dishes, inspired this name
Silk Hangzhou's silk industry inspired this elegant name
Teahouse Named after the famous teahouses in Hangzhou
Xihu A tribute to the West Lake in Hangzhou, where many iconic dishes are created
Zhejiang Zhejiang, the province where Hangzhou is located, inspired this name
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Famous People of Hangzhou

Names inspired by notable figures from Hangzhou can be a meaningful tribute and conversation starter.
Name Description
Bai Bai Juyi, a renowned poet of the Tang Dynasty, served as a governor in Hangzhou
Fei A nod to Fei Xiaotong, a renowned sociologist and anthropologist from Hangzhou
Fuchun Inspired by the Fuchun River, a famous landscape in Hangzhou
Gongshu A tribute to Gongshu Pan, a prominent engineer and artisan from ancient Hangzhou
Hu In memory of Hu Xueyan, a famous businessman from Hangzhou during the Qing Dynasty
Lingyin Named after Lingyin Temple, a famous Buddhist temple in Hangzhou
Maojin A tribute to Mao Jin, a notable publisher from Hangzhou during the Ming Dynasty
Mei To honor Mei Lanfang, one of the most famous Peking opera artists in modern history, who performed frequently in Hangzhou
Qiantang Named after the Qiantang River, a famous river in Hangzhou
Qianxiu Hangzhou native Qian Xiu was a significant scholar and politician of the Tang Dynasty
Shangyang To honor Shang Yang, a famous reformer who lived in Hangzhou
Shen In honor of Shen Kuo, a famous polymath scientist from Hangzhou
Su A nod to Su Shi, a famous writer, calligrapher, painter, and statesman from Hangzhou
Xiaoshan Inspired by Xiaoshan District, an important district in Hangzhou
Xiling Named after the Xiling Society of the Seal Art, a renowned seal carving society established in Hangzhou
Xin Inspired by Xin Qiji, a notable poet and military general from Hangzhou
Xishi Named after Xi Shi, one of the renowned Four Beauties of ancient China, who was from Hangzhou
Youzi Inspired by Lu You, a famous poet from the Southern Song Dynasty who resided in Hangzhou
Yuanzhang To honor Zhu Yuanzhang, the founder of the Ming Dynasty, who started his rebellion in Hangzhou
Yuefei In honor of General Yue Fei, a legendary hero from Hangzhou
Yuhang Named after Yuhang District, a district with rich history in Hangzhou
Yun A nod to Yun Shouping, a notable Hangzhou-born painter of the Qing Dynasty
Zhezong Named after Emperor Zhezong of Song, who was born in Hangzhou
Zhu A tribute to Zhu Kerou, a notable Hangzhou-born painter of the Ming Dynasty
Zhuji Commemorating Zhuji, a famous writer and poet from Hangzhou
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Chinese Dynasties

Naming your dog after a famous dynasty can be a nod to the rich history of China and Hangzhou.
Name Description
Cao Cao Cao was the ruler of the Wei Kingdom
Chen The Chen Dynasty was the last dynasty of the Southern Dynasties
Han This name recalls the Han Dynasty, a golden age in Chinese history
Huang Huang was a popular surname during the Ming Dynasty
Jin The Jin Dynasty succeeded the powerful Wei Kingdom
Li The Tang Dynasty’s founder was from the Li clan
Liao The Liao Dynasty was a significant Khitan-led Dynasty
Liu The Han Dynasty’s founder was from the Liu clan
Lu The Han Dynasty’s founder was from the Liu clan
Ming This is reminiscent of the Ming Dynasty, a period known for its culture
Qi The Qi Dynasty was prominent during the Northern and Southern Dynasties period
Qin The Qin Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty of China
Shang The Shang Dynasty was known for its bronze work
Shu The Shu Kingdom was known for its strategic location
Song The Song Dynasty was renowned for its advancements in science and technology
Sui The Sui Dynasty was a short but significant dynasty
Tang Named after the Tang Dynasty, famous for its prosperity
Wei The Wei Kingdom was one of the Three Kingdoms in ancient China
Wu The Wu Kingdom was a prominent naval power
Xia The Xia Dynasty is the first recorded dynasty in Chinese history
Yi The Yi Dynasty was a period of political unrest in ancient China
Yuan The Yuan Dynasty marked the peak of China's Silk Road trade
Zhao The Song Dynasty’s founder was from the Zhao clan
Zhou The Zhou Dynasty was the longest-lasting in Chinese history
Zhu The Ming Dynasty’s founder was from the Zhu clan
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Historical Landmarks

Naming your dog after a famous landmark in Hangzhou can be unique and educational.
Name Description
Baochu the Baochu Pagoda, an iconic landmark, is the inspiration
Broken for Broken Bridge, a famous scenic spot in West Lake
Feilai Feilai Peak, a unique limestone peak, inspired this name
Gem for Gem Mountain, a scenic spot in West Lake
Gushan after Gushan Island, a peaceful island in West Lake
Hefang Hefang Street, a famous historical and cultural street, gave this name
Huagang for Huagang Park, a beautiful garden known for its fish viewing spots
Impression for the spectacular light show, 'Impression West Lake'
Jingci after Jingci Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple, this name has a spiritual touch
Leifeng Leifeng Pagoda, a well-known cultural historic site, inspired this name
Lingyin Lingyin Temple, a renowned Buddhist monastery, inspired this serene name
Liuhe Liuhe Pagoda, a multi-story tower, gave this name
Orioles for Orioles Singing in the Willows, a beautiful park in Hangzhou
Qinghefang named after Qinghefang Ancient Street, a place full of ancient charm
Solitary for Solitary Hill, the only natural island in West Lake
Sucause Su Causeway, a scenic path in West Lake, inspired this name
Sudi the Sudi Causeway, a scenic walkway in West Lake, gave this name
ThreePools inspired by Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, a famous islet in West Lake
Westlake named after the famous West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Wushan this name is a nod to Wushan Square, a lively spot in the city
Xiling from Xiling Society of Seal Arts, a place of cultural significance
Xixi Xixi National Wetland Park, a large urban wetland, is the inspiration
Yuefei Yuefei Temple, a memorial for the national hero, is the inspiration
Yuewang inspired by Yuewang Temple, a historic temple in Hangzhou
Zhuantang Zhuantang, a historical town in Hangzhou, gave this name
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