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Updated: May 15, 2024

Welcome to a page designed specifically to help you find the perfect moniker for your canine companion. If you're lucky enough to share your life with a furry friend who boasts a luscious red coat, then you've arrived at the right place. A dog's name is an essential part of their personality, and it's crucial to pick one that suits them perfectly.

Here, we have compiled a list of names inspired by your dog's vibrant coat color. Whether your pooch's coat reminds you of a stunning sunset, a juicy apple, or a fiery flame, there are endless possibilities to choose from. These names are not only unique but also complement your dog's beautiful red color. So why not give your beloved pet a name that stands out as much as they do?

From sweet and adorable to powerful and strong, our selection caters to all kinds of personalities and tastes. These names are inspired by various elements ranging from nature to pop culture. So go ahead, explore this extensive list, and find that perfect name that your red-coated friend truly deserves.

Name	Reason to Choose
Heinz	a brand known for their ketchup
Hibiscus	Inspired by the red hibiscus flower
Holly	Holly berries are a bright red color
Jasper	a reddish colored type of quartz
Jelly	Red jelly is a common flavor and color
Jovian	Named after Jupiter, also known as the red planet
Karma	Inspired by the car model from Fisker, known for its solar red color
Ketchup	A fun and quirky name for a red dog
Killians	an irish red ale
Knuckles	a red video game character from 'Sonic the Hedgehog'
Koi	Inspired by the red koi fish
Leo	a red-wearing character from Capcom's 'Red Earth'
Lobster	Lobsters turn a bright red when cooked
Louboutin	The shoe brand famous for its red soles
Lucy	Lucy Ricardo, famous red head from 'I Love Lucy'
Lyot	a large crater on mars (the red planet)
Magenta	purplish red color
Malbec	a red wine from the Bordeaux region
Malus	Latin name for apple, often associated with red
Maple	Inspired by the red leaves of a maple tree in the fall
Mario	video game hero that wears red from 'Super Mario Brothers' game series
Maroon	a dark brownish red color
Mars	the red planet
McQueen	Ligthning McQueen, cartoon car with a red paint job
Merida	a princess with red hair in the Disney Pixar film 'Brave'
Merlot	red wine made from Merlot grapes
Milo	a red agricultural crop
Oxalis	A plant with red clover-like leaves
Paprika	a red spice
Peaches	peaches have a reddish-yellow skin
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Fire Related Dog Names

Fire is often associated with the color red, and can be a powerful and striking name choice for a red dog. Names could include 'Blaze', 'Ember', or 'Flame'.

Name	Description
Agni	In Hinduism, Agni is the god of fire. Ideal for a noble, strong dog
Ash	Reminiscent of the remnants of a fire, perfect for a calm, serene dog
Blaze	Reflects a bright, powerful flame
Brandy	Named after the warm, fiery liquor
Char	A great name for a dog that has a dark red coat, like charred wood
Cinder	Reminiscent of the burning coals in a fire
Ember	Linked to the glowing, hot particles in a fire
Flame	An obvious choice for a red dog, representing the burning fire
Flare	An intense sudden burst of light or heat, just like a red dog's energy
Fuego	Spanish for fire, a unique and fiery name for a dog
Hestia	Named after the Greek goddess of hearth and fire
Ignite	A fitting name for a dog that lights up your life
Inferno	Symbolizes an uncontrolled fire, perfect for a wild, energetic dog
Kindle	Just like the start of a fire, this dog brings warmth and comfort
Pepper	A spicy, hot seasoning, fitting for a spirited, energetic dog
Phoenix	A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes, symbolizing resilience
Pyro	This is short for pyromaniac, ideal for a dog that loves chaos and mischief
Scorch	Perfect for a dog with a burning, passionate spirit
Singe	Ideal for a dog that's fast and hot like a brushfire
Sizzle	Just like a hot fire, this dog has a sparkling, lively personality
Smoky	A great name for a dog that has a smoky-red coat
Spark	Great moniker for a small but mighty dog, like a spark causing a fire
Tinder	Named after the small material that starts a big fire, suitable for a small dog with a big heart
Torched	A playful name for a dog with a fiery spirit
Vesta	Roman goddess of hearth, home and family, ideal for a loving, family dog
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Red Fruit Inspired Dog Names

Naming your dog after a red fruit can be a fun and unique way to acknowledge their red coat, with names like 'Cherry', 'Strawberry' or 'Raspberry'.

Name	Description
Apple	This is a classic choice, inspired by the popular red fruit
Beetroot	The rich red color of this vegetable makes it a fitting choice
Cherry	This name is inspired by the rich red fruit
Chili	The red hot pepper is a fiery name for a red dog
Cinnamon	The red-brown spice is a warm, fitting name for a red dog
Cranberry	This name is taken from the tart red fruit
Currant	This name is inspired by the small, red fruit
Grapefruit	The pinkish-red variety of this fruit can inspire this name
Guava	The pinkish-red inside of this fruit can inspire a dog's name
Lychee	The red shell of this fruit can inspire a unique dog name
Paprika	Inspired by the deep red spice
Peach	The reddish hue of some peaches can inspire this dog's name
Pepper	The red vegetable can make a spicy name for a dog
Plum	The deep red color of some plums can inspire this dog name
Pomegranate	The deep red of the fruit's seeds can match a red dog's fur
Pumpkin	The orange-red color of this vegetable can inspire a dog's name
Radish	It's an unusual but fitting name, inspired by the red vegetable
Raisin	The dried red grapes can inspire this dog's name
Rambutan	The red, hairy fruit is a unique source of inspiration
Raspberry	The red color of the fruit is an ideal match for a red dog
Raspberry	The red color of the fruit is an ideal match for a red dog
Rhubarb	The red stalks of this plant can inspire a good name for a red dog
Strawberry	Named after the sweet, red fruit, it's perfect for a cute red dog
Tomato	This fruit's vibrant red tone is a great name for a red dog
Watermelon	The red interior of this fruit can inspire a refreshing dog name
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Red Head Themed Dog Names

A list of name ideas coming from famous red heads.

Name	Description
Amy	Named after Amy Adams, the accomplished actress with red hair, ideal for a dog with a versatile, charming personality
Bryce	Inspired by Bryce Dallas Howard, the American actress with red hair, fitting for a dog with a strong, vibrant presence
Carrot	Named after Carrot Top, the comedian with a wild head of red hair, perfect for a dog with a unique, stand-out coat
Conan	Inspired by Conan O'Brien, the late-night talk show host known for his red hair, ideal for a dog with a playful, comedic personality
Damian	Named after Damian Lewis, the British actor with red hair, fitting for a dog with a strong, confident personality
Debra	A nod to Debra Messing, the actress known for her red hair, ideal for a dog with a glamorous, sophisticated presence
Ed	Inspired by Ed Sheeran, the British singer-songwriter with red hair, suitable for a dog with a creative and laid-back personality
Florence	A nod to Florence Welch, the lead singer of Florence and the Machine, known for her fiery red hair, suitable for a dog with a powerful, passionate presence
Isla	Inspired by Isla Fisher, the Australian actress with red hair, perfect for a dog with a lively, fun-loving personality
Jessica	A tribute to Jessica Chastain, the talented actress with red hair, perfect for a dog with a radiant, captivating presence
Julianne	A tribute to Julianne Moore, the talented actress known for her red locks, fitting for a dog with a graceful, elegant presence
Karen	Inspired by Karen Gillan, the Scottish actress with red hair, ideal for a dog with a bold, adventurous personality
Lily	Inspired by Lily Cole, the English model and actress with red hair, suitable for a dog with a delicate, ethereal appearance
Lucille	Inspired by Lucille Ball, the legendary actress and comedian with red hair, ideal for a dog with a quirky, humorous personality
Prince Harry	Named after Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, known for his red hair, suitable for a dog with a regal, charming demeanor
Reba	Named after Reba McEntire, the country music singer known for her red hair, perfect for a dog with a warm, vibrant coat
Ron	Named after Ron Howard, the accomplished director and actor, perfect for a dog with a reddish coat and an intelligent demeanor
Rupert	A nod to Rupert Grint, the actor who played Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter series, suitable for a dog with a loyal, courageous spirit
Shaun	A tribute to Shaun White, the Olympic snowboarder with red hair, fitting for a dog with a bold, adventurous spirit
Simone	Named after Simone Simons, the lead singer of the symphonic metal band Epica, perfect for a dog with a powerful, melodic presence
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Red Wine Inspired Dog Names

Pour yourself a glass of red wine as you enjoy this list.

Name	Description
Barbera	Similar to Merlot. Pairs well with tomato sauces.
Cabernet	A globally common red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
Claret	Red wine from Bordeaux in France.
Malbec	A Bordeaux region red wine. Pairs well with meats.
Merlot	A soft red wine that is a great introduction for new wine drinkers.
Sangria	A popular Spanish drink made with red wine.
Shiraz	Or Syrah. A very dark red wine that pairs well with meats.
Zinfandel	A robust red wine that pairs well with pastas and tomato sauce.
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Red Themed Fictional Character Dog Names

Enjoy this list of red dog name ideas derived from fictional characters.

Name	Description
Archie	Archibald 'Archie' Andrews is the red-headed main character of the Archie Comics franchise. He attends Riverdale High School.
Ariel	A fictional mermaid with red hair. She tends to get in trouble because she just can't stay 'under the sea'.
Carmen	Every gumshoe's dream is to capture the V.I.L.E ringleader Carmen Sandiego. But...Where in the world is she?
Clifford	The big red dog from children's books and cartoons.
Daredevil	A blind Marvel superhero and son of the boxer, Jack Murdock. He is also known as 'The Man Without Fear'
Dudley	Dudley Do-Right and his trusty horse named 'Horse' will stop at nothing to catch Snidely Whiplash. This Royal Canadian Mountie had a segment on 'The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show'.
Elmo	The red Muppet and proud host of 'Elmo's World' on the children's show 'Sesame Street'.
Fiona	The unsightly red-headed princess from the 'Shrek' series. She has a green thumb and the voice of actress 'Cameron Diaz'.
Flash	A Marvel superhero with extreme speed and quick reflexes. Good luck catching the 'Crimson Comet'.
Knuckles	The red spiney anteater from Sega's 'Sonic the Hedgehog'. He uses his spiked hands to protect the Master Emerald.
Leo	Half-lion and half-man, Leo is the red loincloth wearing king from Capcom's 'Red Earth'.
Mario	Luigi's brother that seems to have an endless supply of red shirts and hats. Your go-to plumber in the Mushroom Kindgom.
Maximillian	Dr Reinhardt's number one in Disney's 'The Black Hole'. His goal is to destroy V.I.N.CENT.
McQueen	A race car from the Pixar animated film 'Cars'. Lightning McQueen looks like a Mazda Miata and sounds like Owen Wilson.
Merida	A teenage princess with red curly hair from the Disney Pixar film 'Brave'. She goes 'Into the Open Air' to 'Touch the Sky'.
Raphael	The ninja turtle with the red bandana. Wields the sai. Craves strange pizza.
Stimpy	'Oh, Joy!' A fat red and white cat that likes to create destructive electronics.
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Ruby	She is a poodle /lasoapso which makes a teddy bear I am told Which she looks like a stuff animalteddybear,!Her name was either Rosie or Ruby,we went with ruby because she is a true Gem an that's the one my granddaughter wanted the most so RUBY it is an she is a gem!

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Name	Reason
Rustin	Our red standard is Rustin because he is a reddish brown and looks like hes been Rustin'..lol
Merridah	the red headed Irish princess from disney's Brave
Fiona	the red headed princess from Shrek
Rusty	Rust is a reddish/brown color.