Considered one of the world’s oldest breeds, the Chow Chow has a long and fascinating history. They’ve served as hunters and guardians, companions to royalty, and even sporting dogs in ancient China. These days Chows are popular in many modern homes. Dog training and early socialization are essential since Chows are often wary of strangers and stubborn if they aren’t taught proper behavior early on. But these dogs are generally loyal and loving, and they’re also known to be fastidiously clean (for a dog).
We’ve rounded up the most popular Chow Chow names of the year from our enormous database of dog names nationwide. Looking for a dog name for your new puppy or adopted family member? Have fun, use your imagination, and be sure to check out other ideas from our wide selection of dog name lists.
Top 100 Chow Chow Names for Girls
Choose a name for your female dog that nods to the color of her bountiful fur, like Penny or Peaches, or simply go with one that’s as adorable as she is, like Luna or Mochi.
- Nala
- Coco
- Luna
- Bella
- Mia
- Zoe
- Lulu
- Lola
- Mochi
- Layla
- Maya
- Penny
- Willow
- Blu
- Bonnie
- Maggie
- Minnie
- Missy
- Nola
- Ani
- Boo
- Cleo
- Elsa
- Gracie
- Kuma
- Peach
- Ruby
- Sadie
- Tokyo
- Venus
- Aspen
- Athena
- Chanel
- Charlotte
- China
- Chyna
- Daisy
- Dixie
- Ellie
- Freya
- Lady
- Lexi
- Momo
- Nana
- Narla
- Osa
- Roxy
- Sasha
- Snow
- Stella
- Tilly
- Xena
- Ada
- Bailey
- Boba
- Bonbon
- Bundle
- Bunny
- Chia
- Chloe
- Connie
- Dahlia
- Diana
- Dolly
- Echo
- Eevee
- Flossy
- Harley
- Holly
- Isla
- Jade
- Kiara
- Kira
- Kita
- Koa
- Kona
- Lilah
- Macy
- Maddie
- Matilda
- Mela
- Meredith
- Micki
- Millie
- Mimi
- Misia
- Miso
- Misty
- Mocha
- Moxie
- Mulan
- Nova
- Osita
- Peaches
- Pororo
- Princess
- Rosie
- Sage
- Sheba
- Suki
Top 100 Chow Chow Names for Boys
Your male dog looks a lot like a giant teddy bear, right? Pick a name that’s as squishable as he is, from Baloo to Grizzly.
- Simba
- Bear
- Teddy
- Leo
- Oso
- Koda
- Max
- Yogi
- Bruno
- Zeus
- Chewy
- Baloo
- Ted
- Winston
- Bao
- Beau
- Charlie
- Chowie
- Grizzly
- Kong
- Ace
- Berry
- Bumble
- Chico
- Choco
- Chow
- Diesel
- George
- Hank
- Hugo
- Kai
- Kenzo
- Koba
- Little Bear
- Mushu
- Onyx
- Oscar
- Oslo
- Paddy
- Prince
- Rufus
- Snowball
- Sully
- Teddy Bear
- Theo
- Walter
- Yoshi
- Achille
- Achilles
- Archie
- Aslan
- Auggie
- Axel
- Balou
- Bao Bao
- Baobao
- Bash
- Bear Bear
- Benny
- Bonsaï
- Buddha
- Buster
- Cainan
- Chai
- Chow Chow
- Darko
- Disney
- Duke
- Enzo
- Eren
- Fluffy
- Friday
- Ghost
- Goku
- Gordo
- Jake
- Jax
- Jaxon
- Karuk
- Kiko
- Kovu
- Kratos
- Leon
- Louie
- Lucky
- Macky
- Manchu
- Marlow
- Meatball
- Morgan
- Moshi
- Mowgli
- Mufasa
- Murphy
- Niko
- Obi
- Odin
- Oliver
- Osito
- Ozzy
Top Food Chow Chow Names
These food names for Chow Chows might end up being your pup’s favorite meal in the world, like Pumpkin or Waffles.
- Cookie
- Bleu
- Cinnamon
- Chowder
- Pumpkin
- Brownie
- Chocolate
- Hazel
- Mac
- Maple
- Oreo
- Tofu
- Waffles
- Basil
- Chili
- Ginger
- Honey
- Loaf
- Muffin
- Nacho
- Peanut
- Poke
- Potato
- Sugar
- Sushi
Top Celebrity Chow Chow Names
Your extra-furry and cute Chow undoubtedly turns heads wherever they go, so they just might need a celebrity name!
- Lucy
- Rocky
- Dakota
- Harry
- Khloe
- Olivia
- Taylor
- Doja
- Elizabeth
- Hailey
- Jamie
- Jin
- Jojo
- Kiki
- Michi
- Paris
- Rihanna
- Tommy
- Tyler
- Uma
- Cloud
- Sidney
- Tina
- Jerry
- Kylie
Top TV/Movie Chow Chow Names
Unique names like Mei and Ming nod to your Chow’s Chinese roots, but we’re also loving names derived from strong characters, like Hercules and Godzilla.
- Apollo
- Godzilla
- Marley
- Milo
- Shadow
- Buddy
- Frank
- Hercules
- Rocco
- Benji
- Jack
- Harris
- Molly
- Cooper
- Gunther
- Phoebe
- Izzy
- Pongo
- Alma
- Mei
- Ming
- Red
- Storm
- Loki
- Bruce
Top Sports Chow Chow Names
Your Chow can have a sporty name that will be perfect for playtime, including Blaze, Cowboy, and Tiger.
- Blaze
- Tucker
- Byron
- Chase
- Cody
- Cowboy
- Frankie
- Kyle
- Lenny
- Riley
- Tiger
- Angel
- Blazer
- Brady
- Buck
- Carlos
- Claude
- Dodger
- Drake
- Harper
- Hunter
- Indy
- Jackson
- JJ
- Kobe
Top Funny Chow Chow Names
It’s OK to let out a little chuckle every time you say your Chow’s funny name. We would if they were named Chicky, Wasabi, or Babybear.
- Tuppy
- Winnie
- Beanie
- Bow
- Bibi
- Baby
- Chicky
- Fifi
- Akira
- Blizzard
- Candy
- Gigi
- Hope
- Iko
- Wasabi
- Trixie
- Tipsy
- Pasha
- Toby
- Ziggy
- Albie
- Babybear
- Biggie
- Aries
- Billy
Chow Chow Name Trends
It seems that the unique, fluffy appearance of this breed clearly has an impact on the names that are chosen for them by their families. As you can see, there are a plethora of names that touch upon their good looks, including Simba, Bear, Teddy, Chewy, and Oso. Names that associate them with big (fluffy) forest animals seem to be the most popular.
We also see a big influx of color-inspired names, probably because this breed has such a beautifully-hued coat. The most prominent ones include Ginger, Brownie, Maple, and Mocha.
Chow Chow Name Advice
If you’re having trouble deciding, keep in mind that great Chow Chow names can come from many different sources of inspiration, such as your favorite cocktail, movies, celebrities, your favorite vacation destination, or even dog breed history. For example, your puppy might sport a special drink’s name like Fizz or a vacation-themed moniker like Maui.
Another consideration when choosing your Chow Chow name? Dog training. This is of particular importance for puppies. When you’re teaching your new dog to respond to commands like sit, stay, or come, you’ll want to be sure their name isn’t a source of confusion. In other words, avoid puppy names that sound like a common dog training cue, such as “Bit,” which could easily be misheard as “sit.”
Learn More About Chow Chows
- Chow Chow Puppies: A Complete Guide
- The Most Popular Dog Breeds in America
- Need Puppy Essentials? Get The Official Checklist
- What To Expect With A New Puppy: The First 6 Months
Rover Knows Pet Names
As pet lovers through and through, Rover has the scoop on what people are naming their dogs. We have a passion for all things dog names and love helping pet parents pick their pup’s perfect name. For over a decade, we’ve gathered pet names from Rover’s database of millions of pets. The names you find here aren’t randomly generated. We keep our lists updated to match the trends within—and from—our own pet parent community.