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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 |
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| Klondike | Klondike is a reference to the Klondike Gold Rush, which affected Seattle economy |
| Leavenworth | Leavenworth is a city in Washington known for its Bavarian-style architecture |
| Lewis | Lewis County is located in the U.S. state of Washington |
| Liberty | Inspired by Mount Liberty, a prominent mountain in Washington |
| Lilac | the state flower of Washington |
| Lincoln | Lincoln County is a county located in the U.S. state of Washington |
| Lynnwood | Lynnwood is a city in Snohomish County, Washington |
| Maple | Maple Valley is a city in King County, Washington |
| Mariner | for the Seattle Mariners baseball team |
| Mason | Mason County is a county located in the U.S. state of Washington |
| Mead | Mead is an unincorporated suburb of Spokane, Washington |
| Methow | The Methow Valley is a scenic location in Washington |
| Moose | a common wildlife species in Washington |
| Mukilteo | A city in Snohomish County, Washington |
| Nooksack | Nooksack is a city in Whatcom County, Washington |
| Ocean | Ocean Shores is a city in Grays Harbor County, Washington |
| Okanogan | The Okanogan country is a region in the U.S state of Washington |
| Olympia | the capital city of Washington State |
| Olympic | Olympic is a nod to the Olympic Mountains in Washington State |
| Omak | Omak is a city in Okanogan County, Washington |
| Orca | commonly seen in Washington waters |
| Orting | Orting is a city in Pierce County, Washington |
| Othello | Othello is a city in Adams County, Washington |
| Pacific | Washington has a coastline along the Pacific Ocean |
| Palouse | Palouse is a region of the northwestern United States, encompassing parts of Washington |
| Pasco | Pasco is a city in, and the county seat of, Franklin County, Washington |
| Pend | Pend is short for Pend Oreille County in Washington |
| Pierce | Pierce County is a county in the U.S. state of Washington |
| Pike | Pike Place Market is a famous market in Seattle |
| Pioneer | referring to Pioneer Square in Seattle |
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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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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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