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For many dog owners, choosing a standard human name for their new pet doesn’t appeal. They want their new family member’s moniker to be unique and reflect their personality (and often a sense of humour). After all, you’ll be shouting the name across the park for the rest of your dog’s life—so, it’s got to be one you love. That’s why Rover is here to help!
The UK is a nation of food lovers and so it’s no surprise that this is often reflected in the names dog owners choose for their pets. We’ve delved into the world of food-inspired dog names to bring you all the ideas you need to find a tasty-sounding tag for your four-legged friend. While some appear in the top 100 dog names for 2022 from our Rover.com dog name database, we’ve also looked into inspirations from around the world.
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Top 50 Food Dog Names
Welcoming a dog into your life will bring you endless joy, and choosing their name can be fun, too. Here’s our 50 top list from our 2022 database.
- Coco
- Honey
- Pepper
- Olive
- Cookie
- Maple
- Hazel
- Pickle
- Toffee
- Biscuit
- Peanut
- Oreo
- Ginger
- Pumpkin
- Mochi
- Muffin
- Bean
- Chilli
- Waffle
- Sushi
- Brie
- Cinnamon
- Bagel
- Bleu
- Sugar
- Waffles
- Tofu
- Beans
- Kimchi
- Taco
- Sausage
- Cupcake
- Brownie
- Cheddar
- Chocolate
- Pie
- Toast
- Chip
- Bacon
- Basil
- Donut
- Mac
- Mozzarella
- Nacho
- Schnitzel
- Almond
- Baguette
- Banana
- Beef
- Butter
Food-Inspired Names for Female Dogs
- Coco
- Honey
- Cookie
- Olive
- Peanut
- Basil
- Toffee
- Maple
- Hazel
- Chilli
Food-Inspired Names for Male Dogs
- Pepper
- Oreo
- Biscuit
- Mac
- Pickle
- Chip
- Mochi
- Nacho
- Waffle
- Bean
Fruits and Veggies Inspired Names For Dogs
We’ve met dogs named Pumpkin, Pickles, Carrot, Cherry, and Apple—among others. Here, we’ve expanded on the well-known choices for a truly unique batch of 50 dog names inspired by the garden, the orchard, and the farmer’s market.
- Artichoke
- Apricot
- Asparagus
- Banana
- Brussels Sprout
- Cauliflower
- Celery
- Chard
- Chipotle
- Chive
- Clementine
- Cucumber
- Daikon
- Elderberry
- Fig
- Garlic
- Grapefruit
- Guava
- Honeydew
- Jalapeno
- Kiwi
- Lemon
- Lime
- Lettuce
- Mango
- Melon
- Nectarine
- Okra
- Olive
- Onion
- Papaya
- Parsnip
- Pineapple
- Plantain
- Plum
- Potato
- Quince
- Radicchio
- Radish
- Rhubarb
- Shallot
- Strawberry
- Squash
- Tangerine
- Tomato
- Turnip
- Walnut
- Watercress
- Watermelon
- Zucchini
Baked Goods Section
Naming your dog after a sweet treat makes sense. After all, what’s sweeter than your dog’s face? D’aww. You know it’s true. Here are 45 more bakery-inspired dog names you might not have heard of—on dogs or at the bakery.
- Amandine
- Babka
- Baguette
- Bao
- Biscotti
- Blintz
- Bostock
- Breadstick
- Buttercream
- Buritto
- Cake Pop
- Challah
- Cheesecake
- Chiffon
- Cinnamon Roll
- CobblerConcha (a Mexican “pan dulce” delight)
- Cream Puff
- Croissant
- Crumble
- Crumpet
- Custard
- Doughnut
- Eclair
- Empanada
- Flan
- Focaccia
- Mooncake (a Chinese bakery staple)
- Mousse
- Napoleon
- PastryPie
- Pirogi
- Pudding
- Quiche
- Rugelach
- Rye
- Scone
- Shortbread
- Sourdough
- Sponge
- Swiss
- Roll
- Toast
- Truffle
- Waffles
Drink-inspired Dog Names
Love yourself a margarita come Friday evening, or perhaps a glass of fizz? Pay homage to your favourite tipple with one of these drink-inspired names.
- Baileys
- Brandy
- Cosmo
- Guinness
- Margarita
- Mojito
- Pinot
- Pisco
- Tequila
- Whiskey
When it comes to ideas for excellent dog names, we’ve got you covered. Over the years, we’ve compiled plenty of names for you to peruse—and we keep our lists updated with new dog name data each year. Have fun, use your imagination, and if you need some more name inspiration, check out our Dog Name Generator!
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