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Ukraine Dog Names

Updated: June 09, 2024

Ukraine, a country rich in culture and history, offers an array of unique names that are not only beautiful but also meaningful. This is particularly true when it comes to naming our beloved canine companions. The names you will find here are deeply rooted in Ukrainian traditions, folklore, and mythology. Each tells a story and carries a distinctive resonance that can make your pet stand out.

Drawing inspiration from the Ukrainian language, these names reflect various aspects such as nature, character traits, and even popular figures. Whether you have a Ukrainian breed or simply admire the country's heritage, these names provide a wonderful way to honor Ukraine's charm and spirit. Get ready to explore a list of enchanting names that could be the perfect match for your furry friend.

Name Reason to Choose
Anastasiya A popular female name in Ukraine
Anatoliy Derived from the male name Anatoliy, common in Ukraine
Andriy A common male name in Ukraine
Bandura A Ukrainian string instrument
Bila Means 'white' in Ukrainian, a common color for dogs
Bogdan A common male name in Ukraine
Bohdan This name is associated with Bohdan Khmelnytsky, a national hero of Ukraine
Borsch A traditional Ukrainian soup
Borys Borys is a common male name in Ukraine
Boyko An ethnographic group located in the Carpathian Mountains of Ukraine
Bukovel The largest ski resort in Eastern Europe, located in the Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast of western Ukraine
Chernihiv An ancient city in northern Ukraine
Chornobyl Named after the site of a nuclear disaster in Ukraine
Daryna It is a popular female name in Ukraine
Dmytro A common male name in Ukraine
Dnipro One of the main rivers in Ukraine
Donbas A region in eastern Ukraine
Galyna This name is derived from a popular female name in Ukraine
Halia A popular female name in Ukraine, usually given to beautiful girls
Halushka Halushka is a type of Ukrainian dumpling
Halyna A popular female name in Ukraine
Hanna A popular female name in Ukraine
Holubtsi Traditional Ukrainian dish
Horilka Ukrainian alcoholic beverage
Hryhorii Hryhorii is a common male name in Ukraine
Hryts Hryts is a common male name in Ukraine
Hryvnia The national currency of Ukraine
Hutsul An ethno-cultural group who live in the Carpathian Mountains
Ihor A traditional Ukrainian name
Inna Inna is a popular female name in Ukraine
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Ukrainian Nature Inspired Names

These names are inspired by the natural beauty of Ukraine, adding a refreshing and cultural touch to your dog's name.
Name Description
Bereza This is the Ukrainian word for Birch tree
Bukovel Famous ski resort in Ukraine
Chernivtsi A city in Ukraine known for its beautiful architecture and parks
Chornohora Inspired by the highest mountain range in Western Ukraine
Dnipro Named after the Dnipro River, the longest river in Ukraine
Donbas It's a large coal mining region in eastern Ukraine
Horyn Takes its name from a major river in Ukraine
Kharkiv Second largest city in Ukraine, known for its parks and gardens
Khmelnitsky A city in Ukraine known for its beautiful parks
Khortytsia Named after the largest island in the River Dnipro
Kiev The capital city of Ukraine, known for its rich history and architecture
Krym A reference to the beautiful Crimean peninsula in Ukraine
Lviv A city in Ukraine known for its beautiful architectural landmarks
Lypa Inspired by the Linden tree, commonly found in Ukraine
Odesa A coastal city in Ukraine, known for its beautiful beaches
Poltava This is a region in Ukraine known for its beautiful landscapes
Poltva The name of a river in Ukraine
Sumska A region in Ukraine known for its forest landscapes
Ternopil A city in Ukraine famous for its beautiful lake
Vesna The Ukrainian word for spring, a season of blossoming nature
Vinnytsia A city in Ukraine, known for its river views
Yablunya This is the Ukrainian word for Apple tree
Yasen Inspired by the Ukrainian word for Ash tree
Zakarpatia This is a region in Ukraine known for its mountainous terrain
Zaporizhia A city in Ukraine known for its beautiful river island
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Ukrainian Language Inspired Names

These names are inspired by the Ukrainian language, offering unique and authentic Ukrainian dog names.
Name Description
Borshch A classic Ukrainian soup, a popular food item in the country
Cossack Historically, Cossacks were members of democratic, semi-military communities in Ukraine
Dnipro This name is taken from the third largest river in Europe that flows through Ukraine
Hetman Historically, the title of the highest military officers in Ukraine
Holub It translates to 'dove' in Ukrainian
Horilka A strong Ukrainian alcoholic beverage, similar to vodka
Hryvnia The national currency of Ukraine
Khrin The Ukrainian word for 'horseradish', a common ingredient in Ukrainian cuisine
Kobzar A term for Ukrainian bards who played the kobza
Kozak Another term for Cossack, a part of Ukrainian history
Kyiv This is the capital city of Ukraine, a name that is sure to inspire pride
Lviv Named after a cultural center in Western Ukraine
Mriya In Ukrainian, 'Mriya' means 'dream'
Pole It translates to 'field' in Ukrainian
Pryvit A common greeting in Ukrainian, meaning 'hello'
Pysanka A Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs
Salo A popular Ukrainian food, cured slabs of fatback
Sobaka It is the Ukrainian word for 'dog'
Svit In Ukrainian, it means 'world'
Tryzub The national symbol of Ukraine, a trident
Varenyk A traditional Ukrainian dumpling dish
Volyn An area in Northwest Ukraine, known for its beautiful landscapes
Yarylo The pagan Slavic god of vegetation, fertility, and springtime
Zoloty This name means 'golden' in Ukrainian
Zorya In Ukrainian mythology, Zorya are the two guardian goddesses
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Ukrainian Folklore Inspired Names

These names are inspired by Ukrainian folklore characters, adding a mythical and cultural dimension to your dog's name.
Name Description
Baba Inspired by the mythical Baba Yaga, a powerful witch in Slavic folklore
Beregynia A protective spirit in Slavic mythology
Chumak Historically a merchant or trader, often appearing in folklore
Dazhbog One of the major gods in Slavic mythology, the god of the sun
Hutsul Named after the Hutsuls, an ethnic group in the Carpathian Mountains
Koliada An ancient pre-Christian winter festival in Ukrainian culture
Kozak Representing the Cossacks, a group of semi-nomadic warriors in Ukraine
Kupala Associated with the traditional Kupala Night festival
Lada Inspired by the goddess of beauty, love and fertility in Ukrainian folklore
Mavka A mythical forest nymph in Ukrainian folklore
Moroz Morozko is a frost demon in Ukrainian folklore
Perun The Slavic god of thunder and lightning in Ukrainian folklore
Podolyan Named after the Podolians, an ethnic subgroup in Ukraine
Pysanka Inspired by the traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs, a significant part of the culture
Rusalka Drawn from the water nymphs in Ukrainian myths
Solovei Inspired by Solovei the Brigand, a character from the bylinas
Stribog Taken from the Slavic god of winds, air and sky
Tryzub Symbolizes the national emblem of Ukraine, often depicted in folklore
Vedmid The Ukrainian word for 'bear', a common character in folk tales
Veselka Means 'rainbow', a symbol of hope and promise in Ukrainian tradition
Vesna Symbolizing the goddess of spring in Ukrainian legends
Yarovit A god of war and victory in Slavic mythology
Zirka It means 'star' in Ukrainian, a common motif in folk stories
Zirnitsa A goddess associated with the evening star in Ukrainian mythology
Zlatar It means 'goldsmith', a common character in folk tales
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Ukrainian Food Inspired Names

These names are inspired by traditional Ukrainian food, adding a unique and cultural flavor to your dog's name.
Name Description
Babka Named after the sweet Ukrainian loaf
Borscht Named after a classic Ukrainian soup
Bryndza After a type of Ukrainian sheep's milk cheese
Bublik Refers to a type of Ukrainian bagel
Halushky Named after a type of Ukrainian pasta
Holubtsi Inspired by the stuffed cabbage roll dish
Kapusta Means 'cabbage' in Ukrainian, a common ingredient in many dishes
Kasha Refers to the common Ukrainian dish of buckwheat
Kholodets After the traditional meat jelly dish
Kovbasa Referring to the tasty Ukrainian sausage
Kutia Inspired by the wheat berry dish often served at Christmas
Kvas Named after the fermented beverage popular in Ukraine
Nalysnyky A nod to the thin Ukrainian pancakes
Okroshka Inspired by the cold soup made with kvass
Pampushky After a type of Ukrainian garlic bread
Paska This traditional Ukrainian Easter bread makes an endearing name
Salo A unique name, after the Ukrainian cured pork fat
Syrnyk A nod to the Ukrainian cheese fritter dessert
Tsybulka Means 'onion' in Ukrainian, a staple in many recipes
Tushonka After the canned stew meat popular in Ukraine
Uzvar Named after the Ukrainian dried fruit punch
Varenyky A popular and beloved dumpling dish in Ukraine
Zavarnyk Inspired by the Ukrainian cream-filled pastry
Zgushchanka Inspired by the thick Ukrainian condensed milk
Zrazy Inspired by the meat roulade dish
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Ukrainian City Inspired Names

These names are inspired by famous cities in Ukraine, giving a cultural and geographical touch to your dog's name.
Name Description
Cherkasy Central Ukrainian city on the Dnieper River
Chernihiv A city in northern Ukraine, known for its ancient architecture
Chernivtsi Inspired by the city known as Little Vienna
Dnipro Named after a major city and river in Ukraine
Donetsk Eastern Ukrainian city with rich industrial history
Ivano Inspired by the city Ivano-Frankivsk, a historic city of Western Ukraine
Kharkiv Taken from the second largest city in Ukraine
Khmelnytskyi A city in western Ukraine, named after the Hetman of Zaporizhian Host
Kirovograd A city in central Ukraine, known for its rich history
Kremenchuk A city located in central Ukraine on the Dnieper River
Kyiv This is the capital city of Ukraine, making it a significant name
Luhansk Easternmost city of Ukraine
Lviv A city in western Ukraine known for its architectural treasures
Melitopol City located in the southeastern part of Ukraine
Mykolaiv A significant shipbuilding city in Ukraine
Odessa Inspired by the port city on the Black Sea
Poltava Historic city located in the heart of Ukraine
Rivne Inspired by the city located in western Ukraine
Sevastopol A city of great historical significance in Crimea
Sumy A city in north-eastern Ukraine, known for its beautiful churches
Ternopil Western Ukrainian city known for its lake and castle
Uzhgorod A city in western Ukraine, at the border with Slovakia
Vinnytsia A city located on the banks of Southern Bug, in central Ukraine
Zaporizhia Home to 'The Island of Khortytsia', the biggest river island in Europe
Zhytomyr Inspired by the city located in the north of the western half of Ukraine
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