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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
Milo Often used for small, lively and playful dogs
Ming This short, one-syllable name is perfect for a small, quick dog
Minnie The name is often associated with small, lovable characters, making it fitting for a little dog
Missy It's a name that suits small, bossy, and affectionate dogs
Mitzi This name's playful sound makes it a great choice for a little dog
Molly Ideal for small, affectionate dogs due to its gentle and friendly tone
Mouse A moniker that represents something small and quiet, ideal for a tiny dog
Moxie Small dogs often have a lot of spirit and boldness, captured by this name
Munchkin This term is often used endearingly to refer to something or someone small
Nacho This fun, quirky name suits a small dog with a big personality
Newbie This term is often used to refer to someone new or small in terms of experience
Newt Named after a tiny creature, this is a common name for a small dog
Nibbles Small dogs are known for their light bites, which this name captures perfectly
Nicnac This term refers to small objects or trinkets, making it suitable for a small dog
Nipper This name is a nod to the playful, nippy nature of many small dog breeds
Noggin It's a term often used to refer to a small head, making it a fun name for a small dog
Nugget This term of endearment is often used for small, precious things, like a small dog
Pacman Reminiscent of the small, fast character from the classic game, it's perfect for a small, quick dog
Peanut A small, cute, and nutty name is perfect for a tiny, energetic pup
Pebbles Named after small stones, it's a popular choice for little dogs
Peewee This playful name is often used to refer to small, adorable things
Penny Ideal for small, precious, and valuable dogs
Peso A small unit of currency, it's a fitting name for a small valued pet
Pez Named after the compact candy dispenser, this name is fitting for a small, sweet dog
Pickles This quirky, cute name suits a small dog with a big personality
Piglet A term for a small, young pig; a cute name for a tiny, adorable pup
Pinky The name is often associated with small, cute things, making it a great small dog name
Pinto This name, based on a small type of bean, fits a tiny, adorable dog perfectly
Pipkin A small container for seeds or spices, a fitting name for a small, cherished pet
Pippa A sweet, short name that feels petite and perfect for a small dog
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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
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
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
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
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
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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Seuss Photo of seuss for Small Dog Names
Toy Photo of toy for Small Dog Names We picked this name because he is little and lookes like a toy
Scrappy Photo of Scrappy for Small Dog Names My son choose this name as he liked scooby doo and our dog is a small dog so he named him scrappy doo
Rusty Photo of Rusty for Small Dog Names 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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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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