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Updated: June 07, 2024

Welcome to a unique collection of names inspired by the rich culture, history, and landscapes of the beautiful kingdom of Morocco. This North African country is known for its diverse influences from Arab, Berber, and European cultures. Its vibrant cities, fragrant spice markets, warm hospitality, and stunning natural landscapes, from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara desert, offer a wealth of inspiration.

Whether you've visited Morocco and fell in love with its charm, have Moroccan heritage, or simply appreciate the melodious names and terms from its languages, this list is curated just for you. Each name is carefully selected to suit the nature, characteristics, and spirit of our beloved canine friends. So, if you're looking for a unique and meaningful name for your new pup, let's embark on this Moroccan-inspired journey.

Remember, choosing a pet's name is a significant decision, as it will accompany them for their lifetime. This list aims to provide you with a variety of options, each carrying a story, a tradition, or a symbol from the enchanting Moroccan culture. So, get ready to explore these beautiful and exotic Moroccan inspired dog names!

Name Reason to Choose
Djellaba A traditional long, loose-fitting outer robe worn in Morocco
Driss A common male name in Morocco
Erg A term for sand dune in the Sahara
Errachidia Named after a city in eastern Morocco
Essaouira A port city and resort on Morocco’s Atlantic coast
Fennec Tribute to the small desert fox found in the Sahara of Morocco
Fes A northeastern Moroccan city often referred to as the country's cultural capital
Fez A historical city in Morocco
Figuig Named after a town in Eastern Morocco
Gharb A region in North western Morocco
Ghazal A poetic form consisting of rhyming couplets
Gnaoua Gnaoua music is a rich repertoire of ancient African Islamic spiritual religious songs and rhythms
Gnawa Named after a genre of Moroccan music
Guedra A traditional dance in Morocco
Guelmim A city in southern Morocco, often called the 'Gateway to the Desert'
Hajar Arabic for 'stone', symbolizing the rocky landscapes of Morocco
Hammam Moroccan public bathhouse
Hamra Translates to 'red' in Arabic, a popular color in Moroccan aesthetics
Harira A traditional Moroccan soup
Hassan Inspired by the Hassan II Mosque
Hassani Referring to Hassani Arabic, a variety of Arabic spoken in Morocco
Henna A dye prepared from a plant, commonly used in Morocco
Ifrane A Moroccan city known as 'Little Switzerland'
Imilchil A small town in the heart of Morocco's High Atlas Mountains
Jebel Arabic for 'mountain', a common geographical feature in Morocco
Jilbab A traditional Moroccan dress
Kasbah A type of fortress prevalent in Morocco
Kenitra A port city in northern Morocco
Khamsa A protective amulet in Morocco
Khemisset A city in Morocco known for its market
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Moroccan Royal Family

The Moroccan royal family has a long and interesting history. Naming your dog after a member of the royal family can be a regal and unique choice.
Name Description
Abdullah After Prince Moulay Abdullah, brother of King Hassan II
Aisha After Princess Lalla Aisha, the sister of King Hassan II
Amina After Princess Lalla Amina, the aunt of King Mohammed VI
Asma After Princess Lalla Asma, another daughter of King Hassan II
Faisal Name of many members of the royal family, indicating authority and nobility
Fatima After Princess Lalla Fatima, a member of the Moroccan royal family
Hasna In honor of Princess Lalla Hasna, the youngest daughter of King Hassan II
Hassan Named after Hassan II, the former king of Morocco
Hicham After Prince Moulay Hicham, cousin of King Mohammed VI
Ismael After Moulay Ismael, a historic Sultan of Morocco
Khalid In honor of Prince Khalid, the son of King Hassan II
Lalla After Princess Lalla Salma, Morocco's first wife of a reigning king to be publicly acknowledged and given a royal title
Malika It means 'queen' in Arabic, fitting for a royal dog
Meriem The name of King Mohammed VI's sister
Meryem After Princess Lalla Meryem, the first daughter and eldest child of the late King Hassan II of Morocco
Moulay This is the name of the current King of Morocco, making it a suitable choice
Nayla After Princess Lalla Nayla, the wife of Prince Moulay Ismail
Noufissa After Princess Lalla Noufissa, the sister of King Hassan II
Rachid After Prince Moulay Rachid, brother of the current king
Rania It's a popular name in the royal families of the Middle East, including Morocco
Salma It's the name of the king's wife, a perfect fit for a royal dog
Sofia After Princess Lalla Sofia, daughter of King Hassan II
Yasmine After Princess Lalla Yasmine, the first wife of King Mohammed VI
Zahra After Princess Lalla Zahra, the daughter of King Mohammed V
Zinab After Princess Lalla Zinab, another member of the Moroccan royal family
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Moroccan Landmarks

Morocco is known for its beautiful landmarks. Naming your dog after one of these can be a cool way to show your appreciation for the country.
Name Description
Agadir Named after a major city along Morocco's southern Atlantic coast
Atlas A reference to the mountain range that stretches through Morocco
Casbah From the Casbah of Algiers, a historic fortified citadel
Chefchaouen Inspired by the city known for its blue-painted streets
Dades From the Dades Gorge, a scenic canyon in the Atlas Mountains
Eljadida Named after the port city on the Atlantic coast of Morocco
Essaouira From the coastal city known for its medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Fes Derived from the city of Fez, known for its walled medina
Kasbah From the traditional fortresses found throughout Morocco
Koutoubia Inspired by the prominent mosque in Marrakech
Majorelle For the beautiful Majorelle Garden in Marrakeck
Medina After the historic districts found in many Moroccan cities
Meknes Derived from one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco
Menara After the Menara gardens in Marrakech
Merzouga For the small village in southeastern Morocco, known for its close proximity to Erg Chebbi
Ouzoud For the Ouzoud Waterfalls, a popular natural attraction in Morocco
Rabat Named after the capital city of Morocco
Rif Taken from the Rif Mountains, a mountain range in northern Morocco
Sahara Inspired by the world's largest hot desert located in Morocco
Tangier A coastal city in northern Morocco
Todra After the Todra Gorge, a canyon in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains
Toubkal Taken from the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains
Volubilis For the ancient Roman city ruins in Morocco
Zagora Inspired by the town in the Draa River valley known for its palm trees
Ziz From the Ziz Valley, a spectacular geological feature
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Berber Names

Berbers are an ethnic group indigenous to North Africa, mainly Morocco. Using a Berber name for your dog can be a unique way to honor this culture.
Name Description
Amazigh Amazigh translates to 'free man' in Berber, a suitable name for a dog that embodies independence
Azul Azul is a friendly Berber greeting, fitting for a sociable dog
Chaima For a dog with a beauty mark, Chaima is a fitting Berber name meaning 'beauty mark'
Dihya This name pays tribute to the brave Berber warrior queen, Dihya
Fatima Fatima is a common female name in Berber culture, perfect for a gentle and loving female dog
Hadi Hadi, meaning 'leader' in Berber, is a great name for a dog with a strong and commanding presence
Hamza Hamza is a popular Berber name, making it a culturally rich choice for a dog's name
Idris In honor of Idris I, the first Moroccan king of the Berber dynasty
Issa Issa is a popular masculine name in Berber culture, suitable for a strong and brave dog
Jawad Jawad is a Berber name meaning 'generous', a fitting name for a dog with a big heart
Kahina Kahina was a famous Berber queen, making this name perfect for a regal dog
Kenza Kenza means 'treasure' in Berber, a beautiful name for a cherished pet
Lamia For a radiant dog, Lamia is a Berber name meaning 'shining' or 'radiant'
Massinissa A historical name, Massinissa was the first King of Numidia, a Berber kingdom
Naila Naila is a female Berber name meaning 'successful', suitable for a dog that excels in everything she does
Nour Perfect for a dog who brings light to your life, as Nour means 'light' in Berber
Qadir Qadir, meaning 'capable' in Berber, could be a fitting name for a skilled and intelligent dog
Riyad Riyad is a Berber name that means 'gardens', suitable for a dog who loves the outdoors
Siham Siham is a common Berber name meaning 'arrow', ideal for a fast runner
Tafukt Tafukt, which means 'sun' in Berber, could be perfect for a dog with a sunny disposition
Tariq In Berber, Tariq means 'morning star', a good fit for an early riser
Tinariwen This name translates to 'deserts', reflecting the geography of Morocco
Yazid In Berber culture, Yazid is a name given to males, symbolizing power and strength
Zaynab Zaynab is a popular female name in Berber culture, perfect for a beloved female dog
Ziri Ziri is a Berber name meaning 'moonlight', a fitting name for a dog with a soft, glowing coat
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Moroccan Food

Moroccan cuisine is famous worldwide. Naming your dog after your favorite Moroccan dish can be a cute and quirky choice.
Name Description
Baklava Inspired by a sweet pastry from Moroccan cuisine
Batbout Batbout is a type of Moroccan bread, a fluffy name for a dog
Bissara Bissara is a Moroccan fava bean soup, an unusual name for a dog
Briouat Briouat is a Moroccan pastry, a fun and tasty name for a dog
Chermoula Named after a Moroccan marinade used in cooking
Couscous Couscous, a staple food in Morocco, could be a unique name for a dog
Fekkas Fekkas is a Moroccan biscuit, a sweet name for a pet
Ghriba Inspired by traditional Moroccan cookies, a delightful name for a dog
Harira Harira is a popular Moroccan soup and could make an interesting name for a pet
Kefta Named after a type of Moroccan meatball, this is an interesting choice for a dog's name
Khlea Khlea, Moroccan dried meat, could be an intriguing name for a dog
Maakouda After a Moroccan potato pancake, a cozy name for a pet
Mermez Mermez is a Moroccan lamb and chickpea stew, a robust name for a dog
Mint Referencing the popular Moroccan mint tea, a fresh name for a dog
Moroko Named after a Moroccan fish stew, a bold choice for a pet name
Mrouzia A Moroccan lamb dish, Mrouzia could be a strong and hearty name for a dog
Msemen This name is inspired by a Moroccan flatbread, a cute choice for a pet
Pastilla This name references a sweet and savory Moroccan pie
RasElHanout This name comes from a Moroccan spice blend, adding some flavor to your dog's name
Rfissa Rfissa, a Moroccan chicken and lentil dish, could be a hearty name for a dog
Saffron Named after a spice widely used in Moroccan cuisine, it could be a bright and vibrant name for a dog
Sardine Sardines are a popular food in Morocco, a quirky name for a dog
Sellou This name comes from a rich Moroccan sweet made from toasted flour and nuts
Tagine This name is inspired by the popular Moroccan dish, tagine, a slow-cooked stew
Zaalouk Zaalouk is a Moroccan eggplant dish, a unique name for a dog
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Moroccan Cities

Naming your dog after Moroccan cities can be a fun and unique way to pay tribute to the country's rich history and culture.
Name Description
Agadir This is a famous beach city in Morocco
Azemmour It is a small fortified town in Morocco
Azrou A Moroccan city known for its cedar forests
Beni Inspired by Beni Mellal, a Moroccan city
Berkane A city in northeastern Morocco
Casablanca It is the name of a major Moroccan city
Eljadida Known for its Portuguese walled city, a city in Morocco
Essaouira A Moroccan city known for its windsurfing spots
Fez Inspired by the cultural and spiritual city in Morocco
Guelmim A city in southern Morocco
Kenitra A port city in Morocco
Khouribga Derived from a city in Morocco known for its phosphate deposits
Ksar Inspired by Ksar el-Kebir, a city in Morocco
Larache A port city in Morocco
Marrakech Named after the vibrant city in Morocco
Meknes A historic city in Morocco
Nador A coastal city and a Rif region of Morocco
Oujda A city in Morocco known for its music
Rabat The capital city of Morocco
Safi Comes from a coastal city in Morocco
Settat This is an agricultural city in Morocco
Tangier Derived from a port city in Morocco
Taourirt A small city in Morocco
Taza An old city in Morocco
Tetouan Named after a charming city in Morocco
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