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Witty Dog Names

Updated: October 06, 2023
      This is a collection of clever and sometimes humorous ideas geared toward the dog owner who is seeking a little something more in a name. To figure out exactly what makes a name brilliant or bland, we will take a look at some common selections and where they fall short. Most typical options can be broken down into one of two major categories. Human-turned-dog is the first variety. These are ideas taken directly from people. While there is some potential, this is often a lazy approach that prevents a person from having to come up with something truly unique and interesting. If many people bear the same name, odds are that nobody will take notice. A second type is the notoriously short word that is easy to say. Spot is a perfect example. It is a very typical idea that won’t strike a key in everyday conversation. In fact, you could replace ‘Spot’ with ‘my dog’ and get the same level of response. In order to avoid the pitfalls of these two approaches, we need to focus on finding words that draw attention. Being original is the best way to accomplish this. The first time that a person encounters a new name it will interrupt and hijack their thought process. It is at this point that whatever you choose needs to have a hook. The hook seals the deal by making them think. It could be a pun, irony, or just something funny. The best choices will tie in to your puppy through personality or appearance. Since we don’t know your dog, we have provided many ideas that cover a variety of canines.
Name Reason to Choose
Bark Antony A humorous play on the name of the famous Roman politician, perfect for a dog with a noble or commanding presence
Bark Gable A pun on the name of the renowned actor, Clark Gable, perfect for a dog with a charming or debonair personality
Bark Hemingway Perfect for a dog with a strong, adventurous spirit
Bark Kent Ideal for a dog who's a hero in their own right
Bark Obama A great name for a dog who's a natural born leader
Bark Pitt This name is suitable for a dog that has the charm of the actor, Brad Pitt
Bark Ruffalo Ideal for a dog who's as lovable as the actor himself
Bark Simpson This name is great for a dog who is as mischievous as Bart Simpson
Bark Sparrow A great name for fans of the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series, Jack Sparrow
Bark Twain Perfect for a dog who loves to narrate their own adventures
Bark Vonnegut For the dog that belongs to a lover of the famous author Kurt Vonnegut
Bark Wahlberg For the dog that's as cool as the actor, Mark Wahlberg
Bark Zuckerberg A pun on the name of Facebook's founder, great for a dog who's always sniffing around for something new
Barkhem Young Perfect for a dog who's young at heart
Barkimedes For the dog that's as clever as the ancient Greek mathematician, Archimedes
Barklon Brando A doggy twist on the name of the acclaimed actor, Marlon Brando, ideal for a dog with a strong and charismatic personality
Barklyn Decker For dogs who are beautiful and glamorous
Barko Polo This name is a cute play on the name of the famous explorer, Marco Polo
Barkovsky For the cultured dog that enjoys listening to classical music, like Tchaikovsky
Barksky A clever name for a dog who loves to run and play
Barktagnan A unique and humorous name inspired by the character D'Artagnan from The Three Musketeers
Barkzilla This is a funny name for a dog that is either really big or tiny
Beaglesworth A humorous, highbrow-sounding name for a beagle
Biscuit Einstein This name is perfect for a smart dog who also loves treats
Bite Marley A doggy twist on the name of the famous musician, Bob Marley, perfect for a dog with a laid-back or musical owner
Bite Tyson A great name for a strong and powerful dog
Biteoven A great choice for a dog who loves to make music with their toys
Bone Crawford A model name for a dog who's as gorgeous and stylish as Cindy Crawford
Bone Jovi An amusing name for a dog that likes to howl along with you when you're singing
Bowelmatian A witty blend of 'bowel' and 'Dalmatian', a popular dog breed
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Food & Drink

Dog names inspired by food and drinks can be unique and playful, showing your love for gastronomy and your pet.
Name Description
Biscuit Ideal for a dog with a coat as golden and warm as a fresh biscuit
Brandy If your dog has a warm and soothing presence, this could be just the name
Cappuccino This name is just right for a dog with a frothy, light brown coat
Caviar This is a fitting name for a dog with a taste for the finer things in life
Champagne If your dog is bubbly and always the life of the party, this might be the perfect fit
Cheddar Perfect for a dog with a rich, golden coat
Cupcake Ideal for a small, sweet dog who is the icing on your life's cake
Fudge Perfect for a dog with a smooth, dark coat and a sweet nature
Furmento For the pooch who enjoys a good brew – or at least, whose owner does
Gingerbread Ideal for a dog with a warm, reddish-brown coat and a sweet personality
Gumbo A great fit for a dog who's a bit of a mix, just like the dish
Jellybean This name is fitting for a small, colorful dog with a sweet nature
Macaron Perfect for a small, colorful and sweet dog, just like the delicate French pastry
Margarita Ideal for a dog that brings a party wherever it goes
Martini A sophisticated name for a dog with a refined taste
Mochi Just right for a dog who is as sweet and squishy as this Japanese dessert
Muffin Perfect for a dog who is as sweet and lovable as a freshly baked muffin
Pickle Great for a dog who has a bit of a sour, but lovable, personality
Ravioli Great for a small, rounded dog with a big personality
Sausage Ideal for a long-bodied breed like a Dachshund
Sir Barksalot This name is perfect for a dog with a loud bark that loves its food - just like a knight loves his ale
Taco An excellent name for a small, feisty dog with lots of flavor
Tequila If your dog is small but packs a punch, this could be the name for them
Vodka Just right for a dog with a clear, piercing gaze and a strong character
Whiskey A great name for a strong, spirited dog with a warm personality
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Historical Figures

Naming your dog after historical figures can be both witty and educational, showing your love for history.
Name Description
Bark Antony Great for a loyal dog, a fun twist on the Roman politician and general Mark Antony
Bark Obama For a dog with leadership qualities, named after the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama
Bark Twain A play on the famous American writer Mark Twain, ideal for a dog who's a bit of a character
Barkimedes Ideal for a clever dog, a play on the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes
Droolius Caesar Another Julius Caesar-inspired name, ideal for a dog who loves to slobber
Fleasius Caesar Named after Julius Caesar, this name is fitting for a dog who rules the house
Fleazac Newton A fun twist on Isaac Newton's name, perfect for a dog who loves to play fetch
Frida Kahlo Inspired by the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, perfect for a female dog with a strong personality
Genghis Canine A play on the Mongolian ruler Genghis Khan, perfect for a dog who loves to conquer... the dog park
Growlileo Galilei For a dog who loves to bark at the moon, inspired by the famous astronomer Galileo Galilei
Howlbert Einstein Great for a dog who's a bit of a thinker, inspired by physicist Albert Einstein
Joan of Barks Inspired by the heroic French figure Joan of Arc, perfect for a dog who's fearless and bold
Marilyn Mongrel Named after the Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe, ideal for a glamorous dog
Muttin Luther King Great for a peaceful and calm dog, inspired by the civil rights leader Martin Luther King
Napoleon Boneaparte Inspired by the French military leader Napoleon Bonaparte, perfect for a dog with a commanding presence
Pawcasso Inspired by the famous Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, perfect for an artistic or colorful dog
Pawgustus Caesar Named after the first Roman Emperor Augustus Caesar, ideal for a dog who likes to be in charge
Pupernicus Inspired by the astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, ideal for a dog who also likes to explore
Scrufford B. Hayes A fun twist on the 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes, for a dog with a scruffy coat
Sir Wag-a-lot A twist on Sir Lancelot's name, famous knight of King Arthur's Round Table, for a loyal and brave dog
Sirius Black A nod to the character from Harry Potter, who can turn into a dog, perfect for a black dog
Snarls Darwin Inspired by the naturalist Charles Darwin, perfect for a dog who loves to explore nature
Virginia Woof A pun on Virginia Woolf, perfect for a dog who's a bit of a daydreamer
Wagatha Christie Named after the famous mystery writer Agatha Christie, ideal for a dog who loves to investigate
Winston Furchill Named after the determined UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill, ideal for a dog with a strong will
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Wordplay

Names that involve wordplay can be smart and amusing, demonstrating your creativity and wit.
Name Description
Bark Gable A clever play on actor Clark Gable's name, for a dog with an old Hollywood charm
Bark Jacobs An amusing twist on the name of the famous fashion designer, Marc Jacobs
Bark Kent A hilarious riff on Superman's alter ego, Clark Kent, for a heroic dog
Bark Obama A humorous spin on the name of the former US President, Barack Obama
Bark Twain This name is a clever twist on the famous author Mark Twain's name
Bark Zuckerberg A tech-inspired twist on the founder of Facebook's name
Biscuit A sweet name, playing on the term 'dog biscuit'
Brad Sit A fun spin on actor Brad Pitt's name, perfect for a well-trained dog
Chewbacca This punny name is suitable for a Star Wars fan's canine, especially if they love to chew
Chewy Vuitton A luxury pun based on the name of the high-end brand, Louis Vuitton
Dogzilla A fun spin on the name of the famous monster movie character, Godzilla
Fleaonce A clever play on the pop diva Beyonce's name, for a dog with star power
Groucho Barks A funny spin on the name of the famous comedian Groucho Marx
Hairy Pawter A magical pun on the Harry Potter series, perfect for a dog with a magical personality
Paw Revere A historical pun, based on the American patriot Paul Revere
Pawsanova A charming pun for a dog who's a real heart-throb, based on the famous lover Casanova
Pup Fiction An amusing take on the movie title 'Pulp Fiction', for a dog with a dramatic flair
Pup Tart A sweet and playful spin on the breakfast pastry 'Pop Tart'
Ruffael Nadal For tennis-loving dog owners, this name is a playful take on the professional player Rafael Nadal
Santa Paws A festive twist for a dog that loves Christmas
Sherlock Bones A whimsical play on the famous detective's name, perfect for a dog with a keen nose
Sir Wag-a-lot It's a playful take on the name 'Sir Lancelot', perfect for a dog with a happy tail
Winston Furchill A punny twist on the historical figure Winston Churchill, suitable for a wise and noble dog
Woofgang Pup For music-loving pet owners, this pun on composer Wolfgang Puck will resonate
Woofie Goldberg A delightful twist on the name of the entertainer Whoopi Goldberg, for a dog with a great sense of humor
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Puns

Dog names based on puns can be very humorous and clever, showing your fun personality.
Name Description
Bark Gable A witty play on the name of the classic Hollywood star, Clark Gable
Bark Obama It's a witty play on the name of the former US president, Barack Obama
Bark Ruffalo A clever play on the name of the actor, Mark Ruffalo
Bark Twain A humorous nod to famous writer Mark Twain
Bark Vadar A witty name for Star Wars fans, after the famous character Darth Vader
Bark Zuckerberg A pun on the name of Facebook's founder, Mark Zuckerberg
Biscuit Turner A playful pun on the name of the singer, Tina Turner, and a common dog treat
Bone Jovi A cheeky name that takes inspiration from the famous rock band Bon Jovi
Chewbacca A punny name for Star Wars fans, referencing the character's name and dogs' love for chewing
Corgi Cox A quirky pun on the name of the actress, Courteney Cox
Droolius Caesar A humorous pun on the name of the famous Roman politician and general, Julius Caesar
Fleas Witherspoon A humorous pun on the name of the actress Reese Witherspoon
Howllywood A fun name that combines the action of howling with the famous place, Hollywood
Mutt Romney A fun pun on the name of the politician, Mitt Romney
Paw McCartney A clever play on the name of the former Beatle, Paul McCartney
Poochini A fun name that combines 'pooch' with the famous composer, Puccini
Pug-ly Betty A humorous pun combining the TV show 'Ugly Betty' with the dog breed 'Pug'
Pup Tart A playful pun on the breakfast pastry, Pop Tart
Ruff Lauren A witty play on the name of the fashion designer, Ralph Lauren
Sir Wag-a-lot It's a playful twist on the rapper name Sir Mix-a-lot, ideal for a dog that wags its tail often
Sniff Raff A clever play on the name of the rapper, Riff Raff
Treat Astley A humorous pun on the name of the singer, Rick Astley
Waggy Nelson A tribute to Willie Nelson, perfect for a dog that wags its tail a lot
Woofgang Puck This name cleverly combines the dog sound 'woof' with the celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck
Wuffle Furry A fun play on words combining 'wuffle' and 'furry', two words often associated with dogs
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Pop Culture References

Naming your dog after famous characters or celebrities can show your interests and add a clever twist.
Name Description
Bark Kent This name is for Superman fans, referencing his alias, Clark Kent
Bark Kent This name is for Superman fans, referencing his alias, Clark Kent
Bark Obama Paying tribute to the former president, Barack Obama
Bark Obama Paying tribute to the former president, Barack Obama
Bark Twain A literary pun for the famous author, Mark Twain
Bark Twain A literary pun for the famous author, Mark Twain
Bark Twain A literary pun for the famous author, Mark Twain
Bark Vader Here's a Star Wars reference, a pun on the character, Darth Vader
Bark Vader Here's a Star Wars reference, a pun on the character, Darth Vader
Bone Jovi For music fans, a pun on the band, Bon Jovi
Bone Jovi For music fans, a pun on the band, Bon Jovi
Chewbacca This name is a nod to the Star Wars character, famous for his distinct sounds
Chewbacca This name is a nod to the Star Wars character, famous for his distinct sounds
Chewbacca This name is a nod to the Star Wars character, famous for his distinct sounds
Furry Potter A magical name for Harry Potter fans
Furry Potter A magical name for Harry Potter fans
Grrrlock Holmes For detective-fiction fans, it's a playful spin on Sherlock Holmes
Grrrlock Holmes For detective-fiction fans, it's a playful spin on Sherlock Holmes
Sir Waggington A cheeky reference to the royal title, Sir Wellington
Sir Waggington A cheeky reference to the royal title, Sir Wellington
Sir Waggington A cheeky reference to the royal title, Sir Wellington
Woofgang Puck For foodies, this is a twist on the renowned chef, Wolfgang Puck
Woofgang Puck For foodies, this is a twist on the renowned chef, Wolfgang Puck
Woofy Allen A humorous twist on the filmmaker, Woody Allen
Woofy Allen A humorous twist on the filmmaker, Woody Allen
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Story of Jasper, The Clever Canine and the Sorcerer's Downfall

Once upon a time, in a kingdom far away, there lived a wise and benevolent king who ruled over his people with kindness and fairness. The kingdom was a happy and prosperous place, where humans and animals lived together in harmony. Among the king's most trusted advisors was a remarkable dog named Jasper, known far and wide for his intelligence and wit.

Jasper was a mixed breed, with a keen mind and an uncanny ability to understand the human language. He had earned the king's trust by proving time and again that he could solve problems that even the wisest of men could not.

One day, a mysterious and powerful sorcerer named Mordecai arrived at the kingdom, seeking an audience with the king. Mordecai claimed to possess magical powers that could bring even greater prosperity to the kingdom, but in exchange, he demanded a high price: control over the kingdom's treasury and a position of power within the king's council.

The king, intrigued by Mordecai's offer but wary of his intentions, decided to consult with Jasper. The clever dog advised the king to test the sorcerer's abilities, asking him to perform a series of tasks that would prove his magical prowess and his commitment to the kingdom's well-being.

Mordecai, confident in his powers, agreed to the tests. And indeed, he completed each task with ease, using his magic to perform feats that left the king and his subjects in awe. But Jasper, ever watchful, noticed something amiss: with each display of magical power, Mordecai seemed to grow more arrogant and power-hungry.

Realizing that Mordecai posed a threat to the kingdom, Jasper devised a cunning plan to expose the sorcerer's true intentions. He proposed a final test, one that would require Mordecai to use his magic for the good of the kingdom, rather than for his own gain.

Jasper presented Mordecai with a challenge: to use his magic to create a bountiful harvest for the kingdom's farmers, ensuring that every citizen would have enough to eat for the coming year. The task, while seemingly simple, would require Mordecai to put the needs of the kingdom above his own desires for power and control.

Mordecai, unwilling to reveal his true nature, hesitated. But the king, trusting in Jasper's judgment, insisted that he complete the task. As the sorcerer attempted to perform the spell, his magic faltered, the strain of using his powers for the good of others proving too much for his selfish heart.

The spell backfired, and Mordecai was consumed by his own magic, disappearing in a flash of light and leaving the kingdom in peace once more. The king, grateful for Jasper's wisdom and cunning, praised the clever dog for saving the kingdom from the clutches of the evil sorcerer.

Jasper's fame spread throughout the land, and his name became synonymous with wisdom and loyalty. The people of the kingdom celebrated their four-legged hero, knowing that they could sleep soundly at night, secure in the knowledge that Jasper the Clever Canine would always be there to protect them from harm.

And so, the kingdom continued to prosper, thanks in no small part to the cleverness and dedication of Jasper, the dog who had used his wit to save his home from the clutches of an evil sorcerer and ensure the safety and happiness of his people for generations to come.

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