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Pakistan Dog Names

Updated: May 06, 2024

Welcome to our unique collection of canine monikers inspired by the rich culture, history, and languages of Pakistan. This fascinating South Asian country boasts a variety of regional languages such as Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi, providing a wealth of inspiration for those seeking a distinctive name for their beloved pet.

The names we've curated for you here are deeply rooted in Pakistan's diverse cultural traditions and heritage. They reflect not only the country's beautiful landscapes and notable landmarks, but also its vibrant customs, traditional folklore, and iconic figures. Whether you're seeking a name that resonates with the power and majesty of Pakistan's famous mountain ranges, the charm of its ancient cities, or the depth and wisdom of its literary heritage, you'll find a wealth of choices here.

So, whether you have a strong Pakistani heritage, an admiration for the country's culture, or simply want a unique, meaningful name for your new furry friend, we invite you to explore this carefully curated list. Each name comes with a brief description of its origin or meaning, helping you to choose a name that perfectly suits your dog's personality or appearance.

Name	Reason to Choose
Aftab	'Aftab', signifying 'sun', is a common name in Pakistan
Akbar	Selected for its popularity in Pakistan and its meaning, 'great'
Alam	It means 'flag' or 'banner' in Urdu
Ameer	This name, which means 'prince', is popular in Pakistan
Amir	Means 'prince', ideal for a dog with a royal demeanor
Anwar	Chosen for its popularity in Pakistan, 'Anwar' means 'light'
Arif	This name means 'wise'
Ashfaq	'Ashfaq', meaning 'compassionate', is a popular name in Pakistan
Aslam	It is a common Pakistani name meaning 'peace'
Aziz	Means 'dear', a term of endearment
Babar	A popular name in Pakistan, 'Babar' means 'tiger'
Babloo	Popular and fun name in Pakistan used for pets
Bacha	Translates to 'kid', a playful name for a dog
Badar	This name translates to 'full moon', a symbol of beauty in Pakistani culture
Bakht	A name that signifies 'fortune', common in Pakistan
Bilal	A common male name in Pakistan
Billa	A common pet name in Pakistan
Binda	A common name for pets in Pakistan
Chai	Named after the popular tea, for a warm and comforting dog
Champ	Universal name for a champion dog
Daanish	It means 'wisdom' in Urdu
Dost	Means 'friend', a fitting name for a friendly dog
Durrani	A popular surname in Pakistan
Fahad	'Fahad', meaning 'panther', is a common name in Pakistan
Faisal	Chosen for its popularity in Pakistan, it means 'decisive'
Fakhir	Means 'proud', for a confident dog
Fakhr	This name means 'pride'
Farid	A common male name meaning 'unique'
Farooq	A popular Pakistani name, 'Farooq' means 'distinguisher'
Fida	Translates to 'sacrifice', for a loyal and protective dog
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Pakistani Historical Figure Dog Names

Historical figures from Pakistan's rich history can serve as inspiring and meaningful names for dogs.

Name	Description
Asif	Named after Asif Ali Zardari, former President of Pakistan
Ayub	After Ayub Khan, the second President of Pakistan
Benazir	In honor of Benazir Bhutto, the first female PM of a Muslim country
Bhutto	Refers to Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, a former Prime Minister
Edhi	Tribute to Abdul Sattar Edhi, a renowned philanthropist
Faiz	Tribute to Faiz Ahmed Faiz, a famous poet
Fatima	Tribute to Fatima Jinnah, sister of Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Ghulam	Honoring Ghulam Ishaq Khan, former President of Pakistan
Imran	Named for Imran Khan, the current Prime Minister and former cricketer
Iqbal	Inspired by Allama Iqbal, a philosopher and poet
Jinnah	After Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan
Liaquat	Named after Liaquat Ali Khan, the first Prime Minister of Pakistan
Malala	Honoring Malala Yousafzai, a Nobel laureate
Musharraf	In reference to Pervez Musharraf, former President of Pakistan
Rana	Alludes to Rana Sanaullah Khan, a notable politician
Rashid	Alludes to Rashid Minhas, a national hero
Rehman	Honoring Abdul Rehman, a famous Pakistani scientist
Sanaullah	After Sanaullah Zehri, a prominent politician
Sarwar	Refers to Major Sarwar Shaheed, the first recipient of Nishan-e-Haider
Sharif	After Nawaz Sharif, a three-time Prime Minister
Tariq	Inspired by Tariq Road, a famous shopping street in Karachi
Wasim	After Wasim Akram, a legendary cricketer
Yahya	Inspired by Yahya Khan, former President of Pakistan
Zardari	Named for Zardari family, a prominent political family
Zia	Following Zia-ul-Haq, the sixth President of Pakistan
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Pakistani Cricket Player Dog Names

Cricket is a very popular sport in Pakistan. This category would allow cricket fans to name their dogs after their favorite players.

Name	Description
Asif	For Mohammad Asif, a skilled fast bowler
Fazal	For Fazal Mahmood, a Pakistani cricketer who was a prominent fast bowler
Hanif	To remember Hanif Mohammad, known as the original 'Little Master'
Imran	In tribute to Imran Khan, the legendary cricket player who led Pakistan to its first World Cup victory
Inam	In tribute to Inam-ul-Haq, a solid opening batsman
Inzamam	In honour of Inzamam-ul-Haq, one of the greatest batsmen Pakistan has produced
Iqbal	After Iqbal Qasim, a former left-arm spinner
Javed	After Javed Miandad, a Pakistani cricketer known for his aggressive batting style
Misbah	Named after Misbah-ul-Haq, a renowned cricketer and former captain of Pakistan Cricket Team
Moin	After Moin Khan, a former wicket-keeper and an aggressive batsman
Mudassar	To remember Mudassar Nazar, an all-rounder who served Pakistan cricket for many years
Mushtaq	To honor Mushtaq Mohammad, a key figure in Pakistan's cricket history
Qasim	A nod to Qasim Umar, a talented batsman of the 1980s
Rameez	Named after Rameez Raja, a stylish batsman and a famous cricket commentator
Rashid	To honor Rashid Latif, a former wicket-keeper and captain
Sadiq	For Sadiq Mohammad, a former opening batsman from the famous Mohammad family
Saeed	Named after Saeed Anwar, a legendary Pakistani opening batsman
Saleem	Named after Saleem Malik, a former Pakistani cricketer
Sarfraz	To honor Sarfraz Ahmed, a fearless wicketkeeper-batsman
Shoaib	For Shoaib Akhtar, one of the fastest bowlers in the history of cricket
Tauseef	To remember Tauseef Ahmed, a former off-spinner
Wasim	After Wasim Akram, the famous left-arm fast bowler
Younis	A nod to Younis Khan, who holds the record for the most runs by a Pakistani in Test cricket
Zaheer	To honor Zaheer Abbas, one of the finest batsmen produced by Pakistan
Zahid	For Zahid Fazal, a former cricketer who played in the 90s
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Pakistani Cuisine Dog Names

Pakistani cuisine is rich and diverse. This category would offer unique and flavorful names for dogs.

Name	Description
Aloo	Inspired by the common ingredient in Pakistani cuisine, potato
Biryani	This name comes from a famous Pakistani dish made with rice and meat
Chai	A warm and comforting name, reminiscent of the traditional tea beverage
Chapli	A nod to Chapli Kebab, a popular street food in Pakistan
Cholay	A name that reflects a common Pakistani dish made from chickpeas
Falooda	Taken from a cold dessert made with noodles, a cool name for a dog
Gulab	For a sweet pet, named after Gulab Jamun, a popular dessert
Haleem	A name that originates from a slow-cooked stew popular in Pakistan
Halwa	For a sweet and delightful dog, named after a traditional sweet dish
Karahi	The name is derived from a type of curry dish from Pakistan
Keema	A great name for a dog, after a traditional minced meat dish
Korma	A perfect name for a dog, inspired by a dish with braised meat or vegetables
Kulfi	Named after a traditional Pakistani ice cream, ideal for a cool canine
Masala	For a dog with a spicy personality, named after the blend of spices
Naan	A popular bread in Pakistan that could make a great dog name
Nihari	Named after a traditional stew originating from the Indian subcontinent
Pakora	Named after a fried snack, a type of fritter
Paratha	A fluffy and layered bread from Pakistan can inspire a dog's name
Pulao	An ideal name for a light colored dog, inspired by the light colored rice dish
Raita	A refreshing yogurt-based side dish can inspire a refreshing dog name
Rogan	An ode to Rogan Josh, a popular meat curry dish
Samosa	A cute name, after the popular deep-fried pastry with savory filling
Seekh	Inspired by Seekh Kebab, a type of skewered meat delicacy
Shami	A dog name inspired by Shami Kebab, a kind of patty made from meat
Tikka	A nice name for a dog, reminiscent of a type of boneless chicken dish
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Pakistani City Dog Names

Major cities in Pakistan can serve as unique and culturally relevant names for dogs.

Name	Description
Attock	This city is known for its oil and gas production
Bahawalpur	Famous for its palaces and ancient ruins
Faisalabad	A major industrial and distribution center in Pakistan
Gujranwala	Noted for its industries, including textiles and metals
Gujrat	Known for its clay pottery and other handicrafts
Hyderabad	A significant economic hub in Pakistan
Karachi	It's the most populous city in Pakistan
Kasur	Famous for its cultural heritage and historical sites
Lahore	This city is known for its rich history and cultural heritage
Larkana	Known as the city of holy Alams due to the numerous shrines and tombs
Mardan	It's the second largest city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Mingora	The largest city in Swat, known for its beautiful landscapes
Mirpur	A city in Azad Kashmir, known for its high-quality marble
Multan	Known as the City of Saints, it's Pakistan's fifth largest city
Okara	Famous for its agriculture, especially wheat and rice production
Peshawar	This city has a rich and diverse cultural history
Quetta	It's the provincial capital of Balochistan
Rahimyar	Named after a Sufi saint and known for its cotton industry
Rawalpindi	It's the fourth-largest city in Pakistan
Sahiwal	This city is known for its livestock and dairy production
Sargodha	Known for its military installations and air force base
Sheikhupura	Famous for its historical assets like the Hiran Minar
Sialkot	This city is known for manufacturing and exporting goods globally
Sukkur	It's the third largest city in Sindh after Karachi and Hyderabad
Wah	Known for its rich history and beautiful gardens
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Urdu Dog Names

Urdu is the national language of Pakistan. Naming pets in the native language can add a touch of authenticity.

Name	Description
Barkat	Barkat translates to 'blessing' in Urdu, a heartwarming name for a cherished dog
Bhalu	In Urdu, this means 'bear', a fitting name for a big, fluffy dog
Bijli	Bijli translates to 'lightning' in Urdu, perfect for a fast-running dog
Billa	This is a playful name that means 'cat' in Urdu, a fun name for a dog with feline-like traits
Bulbul	Bulbul is a type of bird in Pakistan, a cute name for a chirpy, lively dog
Champ	Champ is a universal name for a winner or champion, a perfect fit for a winning dog
Chirag	Chirag translates to 'lamp' in Urdu, a great name for a dog that lights up your life
Chotu	Chotu is a term of endearment in Urdu, meaning 'little one'
Dost	Dost means 'friend' in Urdu, an ideal name for a loyal companion
Guddu	Guddu is a term of endearment in Urdu, often used for lovable pets
Heera	Heera means 'diamond' in Urdu, an exquisite name for a precious pet
Kala	Kala means 'black' in Urdu, a suitable name for a black dog
Kismet	Kismet means 'fate' in Urdu, a beautiful name for a dog that was meant to be yours
Malik	Malik means 'ruler' in Urdu, a majestic name for a dominant, leader-like dog
Mehar	Mehar means 'kindness' in Urdu, a fitting name for a kind-hearted dog
Moti	This is a cute name for a dog, meaning 'pearl' in Urdu
Munna	Munna is an Urdu term of endearment for a young boy, a cute name for a puppy
Pari	This name means 'fairy' in Urdu and is fitting for a graceful or dainty dog
Rabia	Rabia is a common Pakistani name that also works well for a female dog
Raja	A popular name for dogs, Raja means 'king' in Urdu
Shabnam	This name translates to 'dew' in Urdu, nice for a gentle and calm dog
Sheru	This name translates to 'tiger' in Urdu, a common name for courageous dogs
Sona	Sona means 'gold' in Urdu, a lovely name for a golden-colored dog
Toofan	Toofan means 'storm' in Urdu, a powerful name for a strong dog
Zahra	Zahra, meaning 'flower' in Urdu, is a lovely name for a beautiful dog
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