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Rhode Island Dog Names

Updated: April 23, 2024

Welcome to our unique collection of canine monikers inspired by the smallest state in the U.S. with the longest official name - The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. This charming New England state with its rich history, coastal beauty, and unique culture provides an abundance of inspiration for naming your new furry friend.

Our list encapsulates everything from popular local landmarks to famous personalities, and even indigenous delicacies, bringing a touch of Rhode Island's distinctive charm to your pet's identity. Whether you've got roots in the state, love its quaint coastal vibe, or are simply looking for a one-of-a-kind name for your dog, you'll find a treasure trove of options here.

So, get ready to take a little trip through the Ocean State without leaving the comfort of your home. Unearth a name that not only suits your dog's personality but also resonates with the spirit of Rhode Island. This is an adventure in pet naming that promises to be as exciting as the state itself!

Name Reason to Choose
Aquid Short for Aquidneck Island, the largest island in Narragansett Bay
Aquidneck The island where Newport, Middletown, and Portsmouth are located
Barrington A town in the Bristol County
Barringtonite Named after Barrington, a town in Rhode Island
Beehive Beehive Cafe, a popular spot in Bristol, Rhode Island, inspired this name
Benny This is a playful reference to the term 'Benny's,' a defunct Rhode Island retail chain
Blithe Named after the Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
Blithewold This name is a nod to Blithewold Mansion, a popular tourist attraction in Rhode Island
Block Reference to Block Island
Blue Rhode Island's state bird is the Rhode Island Red, but a dog named Blue would make a playful contrast
Bonnet A nod to Bonnet Shores, a neighborhood in Narragansett
Breaker Inspired by The Breakers, a Vanderbilt mansion in Newport
Breakers The Breakers is a well-known mansion in Newport
Brick Referring to the Brick Market in Newport, a historic site
Bricky Inspired by Brickyard Pond, located in Barrington
Bristol A town in the Bristol County
Bristolian After Bristol County, one of five counties in Rhode Island
Buddy This name is a nod to Buddy Cianci, a notable former mayor of Providence
Castle A nod to the many historic castles found in Rhode Island
Chafe Named after the Chafee Wildlife Refuge
Chafee The Chafee family has been influential in Rhode Island politics
Charlestown A town in Washington County
Charley A play on Charlestown, a town in Rhode Island
Chowder Rhode Island is famous for its clear broth clam chowder, making this a fitting name for a dog
Clamcake A nod to the state's popular seafood dish
Clammy Rhode Island is famous for its clam chowder
Cliff Cliff Walk in Newport inspired this name
Coddie Short for Coddington, a common Rhode Island surname
Coddington One of the original founders of Newport
Coffee Rhode Island is famous for its coffee milk
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Rhode Island Food and Drinks

Naming your dog after a favorite local food or drink can be a fun and quirky choice, like Clamcake or Coffee Milk.
Name Description
Autocrat A popular coffee syrup brand in the state
Awful A nod to Awful Awful, a beloved milkshake in Rhode Island
Bennys A beloved local retail chain, known for its snacks
Cabinet The local term for a milkshake
Celery Inspired by the celery salt often used on hot wieners
Chowder A nod to the state's famous clam chowder
Clamcake It's a local specialty, a deep-fried ball of dough with chopped clams
Coffee Rhode Island is known for its coffee milk
Dels A classic frozen lemonade brand in the state
Doughboy Rhode Island's term for fried dough
Gansett Short for Narragansett, a local beer
Haven Inspired by New Haven-style pizza, popular in the state
Hotwieners A nod to a popular local hot dog style
Johnnycake A cornmeal flatbread that is a local favorite
Lobster Rhode Island is famous for its lobster dishes
Narragansett Named after a popular local beer
Newport Named after the city known for its seafood
Perry Named after Matthew Perry, who is credited with the creation of the doughnut
Providence The state capital, known for its food scene
Quahog Named after the state's official shell, often used in chowder
Soda Rhode Island has a history of local soda brands
Squid Rhode Island has made calamari its official appetizer
Stripah The local pronunciation of 'striper,' a type of fish
Striper Short for striped bass, a common catch in local waters
Stuffie Inspired by a popular Rhode Island dish, stuffed clams
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Rhode Island Famous Figures

Names inspired by famous people from Rhode Island can be a nice tribute to local heroes or celebrities, such as H.P. (from H.P. Lovecraft) or Dorr (from Thomas Wilson Dorr).
Name Description
Aldrich Nelson W. Aldrich, a powerful late 19th century senator, was from Rhode Island
Almon Almon B. Chaffee was a successful manufacturer from Rhode Island
Block Block Island is a popular tourist spot in Rhode Island
Bristol A tribute to Bristol, a town in Rhode Island
Burnside Tribute to Ambrose Burnside, a Civil War general from Rhode Island
Chafee In honor of John Chafee, former governor and senator
Coddington Nod to William Coddington, a founder of Newport
Cranston A city in Rhode Island, named after Governor Samuel Cranston
Dorr For Thomas Wilson Dorr, the leader of the Dorr Rebellion
Galilee A nod to the fishing village in Narragansett, Rhode Island
Hazard For the prominent Hazard family of Rhode Island
Kingston In honor of Kingston, a village in South Kingstown
Metcalf The Metcalf family played a significant role in the history of Rhode Island
Narragansett An indigenous tribe in Rhode Island
Nightingale For Florence Nightingale, the ship built in Rhode Island
Pawtucket Named after the fourth largest city in Rhode Island
Pell After Claiborne Pell, long-serving senator from Rhode Island
Prescott After British Lieutenant Colonel, William Prescott
Providence The state capital of Rhode Island
Roger Named after Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island
Sullivan In honor of Sullivan Dorr, a prominent Rhode Island businessman
Verrazzano In honor of explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, who first described Rhode Island
Warwick Named after one of the largest cities in Rhode Island
Wilcox Commemorates LeBaron Bradford Wilcox, a notable Rhode Island industrialist
Woonsocket Named after the city of Woonsocket in Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Universities

Naming your dog after Rhode Island universities can be a fun way to honor your alma mater or favorite local institution, for example Brown or Bryant.
Name Description
Anchor As a nod to the Rhode Island College mascot
Benefit In honor of the historic Benefit Street in Providence
Bristol Named after the town where Roger Williams University is found
Brownie After the prestigious Brown University located in Rhode Island
Bryant It's a reference to Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island
Bulldog In honor of Bryant University's mascot
Canal Named after the historic Canal Street in Providence
Everett After Everett Dance Theatre, a popular venue in Providence
Friar For the mascot of Providence College
Ivy A nod to the Ivy League status of Brown University
Ivy A nod to the Ivy League status of Brown University
Johnson In honor of Johnson & Wales University in Providence
Kingston In tribute to the University of Rhode Island’s main campus location
Newport After the city where Salve Regina University is situated
Pembroke In tribute to the former women's college affiliated with Brown University
Providence Named after the capital city where many universities are situated
Ram For the University of Rhode Island's mascot
Regina In honor of Salve Regina University
Ricky A fun play on the acronym for Rhode Island College (RIC)
Roger A tribute to Roger Williams University in Bristol
Salve A reference to Salve Regina University
Seahawk In tribute to the mascot of Salve Regina University, located in Newport
Smithfield After the town where Bryant University is located
Thayer Named after Thayer Street, a popular location near Brown University
Wales Inspired by the second part of the Johnson & Wales University name
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Rhode Island Landmarks

Names based on landmarks in Rhode Island can show pride in your state's history and geography, like Newport or Block (from Block Island).
Name Description
Barrington Named after a town known for its high quality of life
Block Inspired by Block Island, a popular summer destination
Bristol An homage to the town known for the longest running Independence Day celebration
Charlestown A tribute to the town named after King Charles II
Cliffwalk Named after the scenic 3.5-mile walkway that borders the shoreline in Newport
Compton A tribute to Little Compton, a quaint rural farming town
Cranston A tribute to the city that is a part of the Providence metropolitan area
Exeter Named after a town known for its natural beauty
Gansett A popular nickname for Narragansett
Greenwich A nod to East Greenwich, the eighth oldest town in Rhode Island
Hope The state motto of Rhode Island
Jamestown A tribute to the town located on Conanicut Island
Kingston Named after a village in South Kingstown, known for the University of Rhode Island
Mansions A tribute to the grand homes that line the coast of Newport
Middletown A nod to the town located between Newport and Portsmouth
Narragansett The name of a beautiful town and beach in the state
Newport A nod to the city famous for its Gilded Age mansions
Pawtucket A nod to the city known for its arts scene and Slater Mill
Portsmouth A tribute to the town situated on the northern part of Aquidneck Island
Providence Named after the capital city of Rhode Island, a significant landmark in its own right
Sakonnet A nod to Sakonnet Point, a beautiful location in Little Compton
Scituate A tribute to the town with a historic reservoir
Tiverton A nod to the town situated on the eastern shore of Narragansett Bay
Warwick Named after the second largest city in Rhode Island
Woonsocket Named after a city in the northern part of the state
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Rhode Island City Names

Using names of cities in Rhode Island can give your pet a unique and local name, such as Kingston or Bristol.
Name Description
Barrington This name, borrowed from a town in Rhode Island, would be a unique choice
Bristol Borrowing from a coastal town in Rhode Island, this name would suit any dog
Charlestown This Rhode Island town name would be a unique choice for a dog
Coventry Inspired by a town in central Rhode Island, this would be a unique dog name
Cranston This is a great dog name that ties back to a city in Rhode Island
Exeter This Rhode Island town name would make a unique dog name
Foster This Rhode Island town's name could be a heartwarming choice for a rescue dog
Glocester This Rhode Island town name would be a unique dog name
Hopkinton Inspired by a Rhode Island town, this dog name is unique
Jamestown This would be a fitting name for a dog, paying homage to a Rhode Island island town
Kingston For a regal dog, this Rhode Island village name would be fitting
Lincoln This Rhode Island town name would be a classic choice for a dog
Middletown This Rhode Island town name would be a quirky choice for a dog
Narragansett This name is a nod to a town in Rhode Island, famous for its seafood
Newport This is a classic dog name, taken from a city known for its yachts
Pawtucket This would be a fitting name for a dog, borrowing from Rhode Island's fourth largest city
Providence This is the capital and most populous city of Rhode Island
Quonset This is a great dog name inspired by a village in North Kingstown, Rhode Island
Richmond This dog name is a nod to a town in Rhode Island
Scituate Borrowing from a small town in Rhode Island, this name would be unique for a dog
Smithfield This dog name is directly inspired by a town in Rhode Island
Tiverton Named after a town in eastern Rhode Island, this would be a unique name for a dog
Warwick It's named after the second largest city in Rhode Island
Westwood This dog name is a nod to a neighborhood in Warwick, Rhode Island
Woonsocket This unique name is inspired by a city in northern Rhode Island
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