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Washington Dog Names

Updated: April 25, 2024

Welcome to our dedicated page, where we celebrate the bond between our beloved four-legged friends and the beautiful state of Washington. This page is a comprehensive compilation of the most popular and unique dog names inspired by the rich culture, iconic landmarks, and natural beauty of the Evergreen State.

Whether you are a new pet parent in Seattle or a seasoned dog lover in Spokane, we have a name for every breed and personality. Our list includes names inspired by famous Washingtonians, the state's stunning landscapes, and even its rich culinary scene. So, whether your dog loves to hike in the Cascades, or simply enjoy a lazy afternoon in the city parks, you're bound to find a name that perfectly captures their spirit and your love for Washington.

Get ready to embark on a journey through the most fascinating names, each one a tribute to the state of Washington. We invite you to explore, be inspired, and ultimately find the perfect name for your furry friend that truly represents your shared adventures in this magnificent state.

Name Reason to Choose
Adams Adams County is located in the U.S. state of Washington
Alder a tree species native to Washington
Amazon for the company headquartered in Seattle
Apple the state is the largest producer of apples in the U.S
Asotin Asotin is a town in Asotin County, Washington
Auburn Auburn is a city in King County, Washington
Bainbridge Bainbridge Island is a city in Kitsap County, Washington
Baker Mount Baker is a popular mountain in Washington
Bellevue a city across Lake Washington from Seattle
Bellingham a coastal city in Washington
Benton Benton is a county located in the south-central area of Washington
Birch a tree commonly found in Washington
Boeing named after the aircraft manufacturer headquartered in Washington
Bothell a city north of Bellevue
Bremerton a city west of Seattle
Camas Camas is a city in Clark County, Washington
Cascade after the Cascade mountain range
Cedar after the Western red cedar, the state tree
Chehalis Chehalis is a city in Lewis County, Washington
Chelan Chelan County is located in the U.S. state of Washington
Cherry after the state's cherry production
Clark Clark County is located in the U.S. state of Washington
Columbia Inspired by the Columbia River, which is the largest river in the Pacific Northwest
Colville Colville is a city in Stevens County, Washington
Conconully Conconully is a town in Okanogan County, Washington
Cougars for Washington State University's mascot
Coulee The Grand Coulee is a gravity dam on the Columbia River in the state
Cowlitz Cowlitz is a county in Washington State
Douglas Douglas County is located in the U.S. state of Washington
Duvall Duvall is a city in King County, Washington
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Washington Landmarks

Washington is home to many famous landmarks. Naming your dog after one of these can be a fun way to celebrate the city.
Name Description
Bainbridge Bainbridge Island is a scenic spot in Washington
Bellevue Bellevue is a city in Washington
Bellingham This Washington city makes a unique dog name
Cascade For the Cascade Mountain range
Chelan Lake Chelan is a popular destination
Chinook Named after the Chinook Winds
Ellensburg Ellensburg is a city in Washington
Evergreen It's a nod to Washington's nickname, the Evergreen State
Ferry For the Washington State Ferries system
Olympic Tribute to the Olympic National Park
Pike Pike Place Market is a famous landmark in Washington
Puyallup Puyallup is a city in Washington
Rainier Inspired by iconic Mount Rainier
Redmond Redmond houses major tech companies
Sammamish Lake Sammamish is a beautiful landmark
Seattle Named after Washington's largest city
Skagit Skagit Valley is known for its tulip fields
Snoqualmie Snoqualmie Falls is a popular destination
Spokane The second largest city in Washington
Tacoma The city of Tacoma is a significant part of Washington
Tahoma Native American name for Mount Rainier
Vashon Inspired by Vashon Island in Washington
Walla Walla Walla is a city in Washington State
Whidbey Whidbey Island is a beautiful location in Washington
Yakima Yakima is a city in Washington
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Washington Neighborhoods

Naming your dog after a Washington neighborhood can be a great way to honor your local community or your favorite part of the city.
Name Description
Adams After the Adams Morgan area, known for its nightlife
Anacostia A historic part of the city, east of the river
Barracks Barracks Row is a bustling commercial district
Bellevue Bellevue is a residential neighborhood in Southeast D.C
Brightwood Brightwood is a peaceful residential area
Brookland Brookland is known as 'Little Rome'
Burleith Burleith is a small residential neighborhood
Capitol The Capitol Hill neighborhood is a vibrant part of the city
Cleveland Cleveland Park is a residential neighborhood
Columbia For Columbia Heights, a diverse neighborhood
DuPont A well-known circle and neighborhood
Foggy Foggy Bottom is home to George Washington University
Foxhall Foxhall is an exclusive residential neighborhood
Georgetown This university town is quite famous
Glover Glover Park is a quiet residential area
Hillcrest Hillcrest is a leafy residential neighborhood
Ivy Ivy City is a small industrial neighborhood
Kalorama A residential neighborhood
Navy Navy Yard is a redeveloped waterfront area
NoMa NoMa is a mixed-use neighborhood
Petworth Petworth is an up-and-coming neighborhood
Shepherd Shepherd Park is a diverse neighborhood
Tenley Tenleytown is the oldest neighborhood
Wesley Wesley Heights is a quiet residential area
Woodley Woodley Park is home to the National Zoo
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Washington Politicians

Washington is known for its politics, so naming your dog after a famous Washington politician can be a clever nod to this aspect of the city.
Name Description
Adams Pays tribute to John Adams, the second president of the United States
Biden Named after Joe Biden, the current and 46th president of the United States
Bush Inspired by George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush, the 41st and 43rd presidents of the United States
Carter Pays tribute to Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States
Clinton Pays homage to Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States
Coolidge Pays homage to Calvin Coolidge, the 30th president of the United States
Eisenhower Named after Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th president of the United States
Ford A tribute to Gerald Ford, the 38th president of the United States
Grant Inspired by Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. president
Harding A tribute to Warren G. Harding, the 29th president of the United States
Hoover Named after Herbert Hoover, the 31st president of the United States
Jefferson Inspired by Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. president and principal author of the Declaration of Independence
Kennedy Named in honor of John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States
Lincoln Named after Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States who served during the American Civil War
Lyndon Named after Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th president of the United States
Madison James Madison, the fourth president of the United States, is the namesake
McKinley Named after William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States
Monroe Monroe is named after James Monroe, the fifth U.S. president
Nixon A tribute to Richard Nixon, the 37th president of the United States
Obama Named after Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States
Pierce Pays tribute to Franklin Pierce, the 14th president of the United States
Reagan Inspired by Ronald Reagan, the 40th U.S. president
Roosevelt Named in honor of Theodore Roosevelt and Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 26th and 32nd presidents of the United States
Taft Inspired by William Howard Taft, the 27th U.S. president
Truman A tribute to Harry S. Truman, the 33rd president of the United States
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Washington Sports Teams

If you're a sports fan, naming your dog after a Washington sports team can be a great way to show your team spirit.
Name Description
Alley Short for alley-oop, a common term in the sport of the Wizards and Mystics
Batter After the crucial role in baseball, fitting for a fan of the Washington Nationals
Blizzard A play on the name of the NBA team, the Washington Wizards
Capitol For the NHL team, the Washington Capitals
Curveball A tribute to a pitch type in baseball, suitable for a Nationals fan
Diamond An ode to the baseball field, perfect for a Nationals fan
Dribble Named after the fundamental basketball move, for fans of the Wizards
Dunk An homage to the sport played by the Washington Wizards
Eagle An ode to the NFL team, the Washington Football Team's, mascot
Goalie Tribute to the key player position in the Capitals' sport
Gridiron After the surface on which football is played, for fans of the Washington Football Team
Homer Short for home run, a term every Washington Nationals fan knows
Hoop In honor of basketball, the sport of both the Wizards and the Mystics
Mystic From the WNBA team, the Washington Mystics
Mystique Perfect for a fan of the Washington Mystics
Nat The shortened name of the MLB team, the Washington Nationals
Pitcher In honor of the key role in the Nationals' sport
Puck For the hockey fans of the Washington Capitals
Redskin A tribute to the former name of the Washington Football Team
Rink A nod to the playing surface of the Capitals' sport
SlapShot A typical move in hockey, for fans of the Washington Capitals
Striker Named after the key position in football, the sport of the Washington Football Team
Touchdown The ultimate goal in the Washington Football Team's games
Wizard Named after the NBA team, the Washington Wizards
Zamboni For the machine that restores ice rinks, perfect for Capitals fans
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Washington Monuments

Naming your dog after a Washington monument can be a fun and unique way to commemorate the city's rich history.
Name Description
Apollo The National Air and Space Museum houses the Apollo 11 Command Module
Arlington The Arlington National Cemetery is a military cemetery
Capitol Derived from the U.S. Capitol, a symbol of the American people and their government
Cherry The Cherry Blossom Festival is a spring celebration in Washington, D.C., commemorating the gift of Japanese cherry trees
Constitution The National Archives houses the U.S. Constitution
Einstein The Albert Einstein Memorial is an outdoor bronze statue depicting physicist Albert Einstein
Ford The Ford's Theatre is a historic theatre, the site of the assassination of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln
Hirshhorn The Hirshhorn Museum is a modern art museum
Holocaust The Holocaust Museum serves as a remembrance to the millions who died during the Holocaust
Jefferson Inspired by the Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Kennedy John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts is a tribute to the 35th president
Liberty The Statue of Liberty, although not in Washington, symbolizes American political values
Lincoln Named after the iconic Lincoln Memorial
Mall The National Mall is a landscaped park within the city
Marine The Marine Corps War Memorial is a military memorial statue
Monument The Washington Monument is one of the most recognizable structures in the area
Pentagon A nod to the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense
Reflect The Reflecting Pool is a popular sight between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial
Roosevelt The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a tribute to the 32nd U.S. president
Smithsonian The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum and research complex
Spy The International Spy Museum is dedicated to the tradecraft, history and contemporary role of espionage
Tidal The Tidal Basin is a man-made reservoir between the Potomac River and the Washington Channel
Union Union Station is the grand ceremonial train station designed to be the entrance to Washington, D.C
Verizon The Verizon Center is a sports and entertainment arena
Vietnam The Vietnam Memorial commemorates the soldiers who served in the Vietnam War
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