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Small Dog Names
Updated: May 15, 2024
Welcome to a unique collection of monikers designed specifically for your petite canine companion. Embracing all the charm and delight of your little pup, these names are as cute and adorable as your furry friend. Whether you have an adorable Chihuahua, a sprightly Pomeranian, a lively Dachshund, or any other small breed, we've got you covered.
We understand that naming your new family member can be a big decision. After all, this title will accompany them through many years of walks, games, and lovely memories. Therefore, we have carefully curated a selection that not only encapsulates the size and stature of your tiny friend but also their unique personality and spirit. From classic and timeless names to trendy and unusual ones, we offer a wide range to suit all preferences.
Feel free to browse through our list, where each name is accompanied by a brief description to help you understand its meaning or origin. We hope this compilation will inspire you to find that perfect name which echoes your tiny pup's charm and character. So go ahead, dive in and find a name as special as your four-legged friend.
| Name | Reason to Choose |
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| Abby | Perfect for small dogs with a sweet and friendly personality |
| Al | A short, simple name, indicative of a small, easygoing dog |
| Alvin | Reminiscent of Alvin from Alvin and the Chipmunks, a small and energetic character |
| April | Suitable for small, spring-like, and lively dogs |
| Arty | Given to small dogs that are creative and playful |
| Audrey | This classic name, while not directly indicating size, has a gentle tone suitable for a small dog |
| Babe | A perfect fit for small, adorable, and lovable dogs |
| Babs | Ideal for small, sweet, and friendly dogs |
| Baby | Suitable for very small, cute, and cuddly dogs |
| Babycakes | An endearing term often used for someone or something small and sweet |
| Babyface | An endearing term suggesting a small and youthful appearance |
| Bacon | Perfect for small dogs that are irresistible and adorable |
| Bagel | It's a small-sized food, making it a cute name for a little dog |
| Baggins | Derived from a popular small character in literature |
| Bambam | Reminiscent of a tiny, energetic cartoon character |
| Bambi | This name is reminiscent of a small, gentle, and timid deer from a famous Disney movie |
| Bambino | In Italian, this word translates to 'baby,' which suggests something small and adorable |
| Bandit | Perfect for tiny dogs with an adventurous and mischievous personality |
| Baxter | It's a name that suits small, cute, and friendly dogs |
| Bean | A name that brings to mind something small and round |
| Bebop | Emphasizes the high-energy often seen in smaller breeds |
| Belle | Commonly used for small, beautiful, and graceful dogs |
| Bilbo | Inspired by a diminutive and brave character from a fantasy novel |
| Bishop | Despite its grandeur, this name evokes a sense of compactness and neatness, fitting for a small dog |
| Bitsy | Part of the phrase 'itsy bitsy,' which means very small |
| Bonbon | A small sweet treat, this name is perfect for a small, sweet pet |
| Boots | This name is associated with small footwear, suggesting a tiny size |
| Bopeep | Derived from a nursery rhyme character who was a shepherdess, suggesting a small and gentle nature |
| Bubbles | Reminiscent of delicate, tiny soap bubbles, this name is a perfect fit for a small pup |
| Buckaroo | This term is often used to refer to young cowboys, implying a smaller size |
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Names From Other Languages
Words that mean small or cute in other languages can make unique and fitting names for small dogs.
| Name | Description |
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| Bambino | Italian for 'child', a playful name for a small dog |
| Chiquito | In Spanish, this translates to 'tiny', apt for a small dog |
| Hiki | A Japanese term for 'small' |
| Kecil | This Indonesian word means 'small' |
| Kicsi | In Hungarian, this word means 'small' |
| Kis | In Serbian, this translates to 'small' |
| Klein | A German word meaning 'small' |
| Kleinur | An Icelandic term meaning 'small' |
| Küçük | This Turkish word translates to 'small' |
| Kutti | In Hindi, this word means 'puppy' |
| Liten | This is Norwegian for 'small' |
| Majhna | In Slovenian, this word means 'small' |
| Maliit | This Filipino word translates to 'small' |
| Maly | This is Polish for 'small' |
| Maza | In Latvian, this word means 'small' |
| Mikros | A Greek term meaning 'small' |
| Minima | A Latin term that translates to 'the smallest' |
| Nho | This is Vietnamese for 'small' |
| Petit | This is French for small |
| Piccolo | An Italian word meaning 'small' |
| Píng | In Chinese, this means 'tiny' |
| Sík | This is Samoan for 'small' |
| Tasan | A Tajik term for 'small' |
| Titch | An English slang term for a small person or thing |
| Väike | This is Estonian for 'small' |
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Names Based on Size
Names that emphasize the small size of the pet, like 'Tiny' or 'Peanut', can be fitting and cute.
| Name | Description |
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| Bean | A small edible seed, often associated with something tiny |
| Biscuit | A cookie or snack, often small in size and loved by many |
| Button | A cute comparison to a small, round object |
| Cupcake | A small cake designed to serve one person |
| Dinky | An informal term for something small and neat |
| Dumpling | A small savory ball of dough |
| Fleck | A tiny mark or spot |
| Guppy | A small tropical fish that's often kept in aquariums |
| Half-pint | An affectionate term for something small or short |
| Jellybean | A small, sweet candy that's loved by many |
| Kernel | A small, softer part contained within a hard shell |
| Minnow | A type of small fish |
| Morsel | A tiny piece or portion of food |
| Niblet | A tiny piece or fragment, often referring to food |
| Nugget | A small lump of precious metal or other valuable substance |
| Peanut | Reminiscent of a small, familiar snack |
| Pebble | A small stone found on beaches and river beds |
| Pint | A unit of volume, often associated with being small |
| Pip | This is a common term for small seeds or things of little size |
| Pod | A term for a small group or cluster |
| Puff | A small, light and soft piece of matter |
| Runt | The smallest animal in a litter |
| Smidge | An informal term for a very small amount or part |
| Tadpole | A small larval stage of a frog or toad |
| Titch | A British term for a small person or thing |
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Names From Fictional Characters
Small dogs can be named after small or cute characters from books, movies, or TV shows.
| Name | Description |
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| Asterix | Named after the small and clever Gaul from the famous French comic book series |
| Bambi | The young deer from Disney's film, perfect for a small, gentle dog |
| Bilbo | Inspired by the small and brave hobbit from The Lord of the Rings series |
| Dexter | A character from Dexter's Laboratory, ideal for a small, clever dog |
| Dobby | The small, brave house elf from the Harry Potter series inspires this name |
| Ewok | The small, fuzzy creatures from Star Wars could inspire a dog's name |
| Frodo | A small but brave character from The Lord of the Rings, a great name for a courageous small dog |
| Gandalf | A small dog with a wise and mysterious demeanor would fit this name, borrowed from The Lord of the Rings series |
| Gizmo | The adorable creature from the movie Gremlins, perfect for a small, cuddly dog |
| Gollum | The Lord of the Rings character, perfect for a small dog with a strong personality |
| Hobbit | Inspired by the small, brave characters from The Lord of the Rings series |
| Milo | From the movie The Mask, a great name for a small, energetic dog |
| Nemo | From the Disney film Finding Nemo, ideal for small, adventurous dogs |
| Olaf | The lovable snowman from Frozen, a great name for a small, playful dog |
| Paddington | For a small dog with a big heart, just like the beloved bear from children's literature |
| Pikachu | Inspired by the popular Pokemon character, a great name for a small, energetic dog |
| Pippin | A Hobbit character from the Lord of the Rings series, ideal for a small, fun-loving dog |
| Pongo | From the character in the classic Disney film, 101 Dalmatians, this name is perfect for a small, adventurous pet |
| Scooby | From Scooby-Doo, a classic name for a small, adventurous dog |
| Sherlock | The famous detective's name could be perfect for a small, intelligent dog |
| Simba | The Lion King's main character, perfect for a small dog with a big heart |
| Snoopy | A name inspired by the lovable dog character from the Peanuts comic strip |
| Stitch | The mischievous but loveable character from Lilo & Stitch, a good fit for a small, playful dog |
| Toto | From The Wizard of Oz, a classic name for a small and loyal dog |
| Yoda | Star Wars' wise character could be a fun name for a small dog with a big personality |
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Names Based on Color
Naming small dogs based on their coat color can be both descriptive and adorable.
| Name | Description |
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| Ash | This name is perfect for a small gray pup |
| Berry | For small dogs with reddish or purplish fur |
| Blondie | A name that suits small dogs with light yellow fur |
| Chestnut | Perfect for a small brown dog |
| Cocoa | Appropriate for small brown dogs |
| Copper | A good choice for small red or brown dogs |
| Ebony | A name that suits a small black dog |
| Ginger | For small dogs with orange or red fur |
| Goldie | This name is ideal for a small dog with golden fur |
| Hazel | This name is great for a small light brown dog |
| Indigo | A name that suits a small dark blue or black dog |
| Ivory | Suits a small white dog |
| Jet | Perfect for a small black dog |
| Licorice | This name is suitable for a small black dog |
| Lilac | For small dogs with light purple or gray fur |
| Onyx | This name is great for a small black dog |
| Peaches | For small dogs with peach or light orange fur |
| Pearl | Ideal for a small white dog |
| Raven | Perfect for a small black dog |
| Ruby | A name that suits a small red dog |
| Rusty | Ideal for small reddish-brown dogs |
| Saffron | Appropriate for a small dog with yellowish fur |
| Slate | This name is fitting for a small gray dog |
| Smoky | Gray colored pups would suit this name |
| Snowy | Ideal for a little white dog |
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Food-Inspired Names
Small dogs can be named after tiny, cute foods to highlight their petite size.
| Name | Description |
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| Bean | A small, round legume is a great moniker for a tiny pet |
| Berry | Ideal for a small, colorful little dog |
| Biscuit | Perfect for a small, tan-colored pup |
| Caramel | This name suits a small dog with a golden-brown coat |
| Cherry | A sweet and small fruit, perfect for a petite pup |
| Cocoa | For a small, warm, and comforting pup |
| Cookie | A cute name for a small, sweet dog who is as irresistible as a cookie |
| Cupcake | A sweet name for a small and adorable dog |
| Ginger | This spice-inspired name suits a small, feisty redhead |
| Hershey | For a small, sweet, chocolate-colored dog |
| Jellybean | A sweet and colorful name for a small, happy dog |
| Kiwi | For a small, exotic and cute pup |
| Mochi | Inspired by the small, sweet Japanese dessert |
| Muffin | Suits a tiny, sweet pup who is as lovable as a fresh baked good |
| Nugget | This name is perfect for a tiny golden pup |
| Olive | This name is inspired by a small, bite-sized food |
| Peanut | A great name for a small dog with a big heart |
| Pepper | A cute, snappy name for a small, energetic dog |
| Pickle | For a small dog with a big personality |
| Raisin | A cute name for a small, dark-colored dog |
| Sesame | A tiny seed that makes a cute name for a small dog |
| Skittle | For a small, colorful, and playful little pup |
| Sprout | A tiny green vegetable that makes a cute name for a small dog |
| Taco | Because your small pet is just as delightful as a mini taco |
| Truffle | For a small dog who is as precious as a rare delicacy |
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Other visitors to our site submitted the following Small Dog Names photos:| Image | Comment |
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We picked this name because he is little and lookes like a toy |
Scrappy
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My son choose this name as he liked scooby doo and our dog is a small dog so he named him scrappy doo |
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There are so many names but we chose RUSTY as he was born in the autumn and has such gorgeous warm autumn colours,he has orange rust coloured golden/brown shades through his fur,on his face,legs and paws,as he is getting older and is almost five and a half months his face has become a lovely darker warm rusty colour,mostly around his face,he has such a beautiful face and amazing colours,he is such a loving puppy,he really suits RUSTY and he took to it very quickly,although we should have called him snorer or piggy as he makes some noise when sleeping x |
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Other visitors to this page recommend the following names:| Name | Reason |
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| Tea cup | beacause it suits the the dog as it is really tiny like a tea cup |
| Butterfly | Because they are small like little dogs |
| Chop suey | my shih Tzu origins are from china and I couldn't find a Chinese name. then I was looking at a Chinese menu and thought - ah!!! chop suey |
| Titch | very small. runt of the litter |
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