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.
Names
| Name | Reason to Choose |
|---|---|
| Crumb | This name is inspired by a tiny piece of bread, making it a great fit for a tiny dog |
| Cub | A term for a young, small animal |
| Cubby | The term cubby is often used to refer to small storage spaces, making it a cute name for a compact dog |
| Cuddles | The name suggests something adorable and tiny that you'd love to snuggle with |
| Cupcake | This is a sweet, tiny dessert, perfect for a petite pooch |
| Cutie | It's a term of endearment often used for small, adorable things |
| Daisy | Commonly chosen for petite and pretty dogs |
| Dee | Short and sweet, this name is ideal for pint-sized pets |
| Devito | Named after Danny Devito, well-known for his smaller stature |
| Dice | It is associated with a small cubic object used in games |
| Didi | The name is short, sweet and easy to call, much like a small dog |
| Dingo | This name is inspired by a small, wild dog species |
| Dinky | The name itself is a synonym for something small and cute |
| Dino | Though it's short for 'dinosaur', it's often used ironically for small pets |
| Disney | After the company known for its animated films often featuring small, lovable characters |
| Diva | Small dogs often have big personalities, hence the nickname |
| Dogmatix | The beloved tiny dog from the Asterix series, a great name for a small breed |
| Dolly | This name is linked to small, doll-like creatures |
| Doodle | Doodles are small, fun drawings, much like small dogs can be fun and lively |
| Doolittle | A name that playfully suggests something small and adorable |
| Dot | A name indicative of something small and cute |
| Dots | A dot is a small spot which is a fitting name for a little dog |
| Dumpling | A dumpling is a small, tasty treat, indicative of a tiny, lovable pet |
| Ears | A cute name that emphasizes a feature often prominent in small breeds |
| Elf | Elves, in folklore, are small and magical, just like a small dog can seem magical |
| Elmer | This name is associated with Elmer Fudd, a small character from Looney Tunes |
| Ewok | Ewoks are small, furry creatures in Star Wars, a good fit for a small furry dog |
| Fable | A fable is a short story with a moral, mirroring a small dog's short stature and big heart |
| Fifi | This name is often used in popular culture for small, pampered dogs |
| Fivel | Shares a name with a small, adventurous mouse from a movie |
Groups
Names From Other Languages
Words that mean small or cute in other languages can make unique and fitting names for small dogs.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 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' |
Names Based on Size
Names that emphasize the small size of the pet, like 'Tiny' or 'Peanut', can be fitting and cute.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Names From Fictional Characters
Small dogs can be named after small or cute characters from books, movies, or TV shows.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Names Based on Color
Naming small dogs based on their coat color can be both descriptive and adorable.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Food-Inspired Names
Small dogs can be named after tiny, cute foods to highlight their petite size.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Your Dogs
Recommended Names
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