Sometimes you look into a new puppy’s eyes, and you just know that a funny dog name is the way to go. There’s a certain wiggle, a special spark, a goofy smile that tells you this dog is going to make you laugh. Not only that, but your dog is a big part of your life, so their name needs to reflect your personality. Funny dog names are perfect for silly puppies, anyone with a sense of humour, dogs with big personalities, or just dogs that have energy to spare.
If you’re looking for a name that stands out from the pack, you’re in luck. We’ve handpicked some great funny dog names by digging through the our enormous Rover.com database to find a hilarious mix.
Top 50 Funny Dog Names
- Artoo Dogtoo
- Bacon (Sir Francis)
- BamBam
- Bamboo
- Barkley
- Betty Twiglet
- Bitsy
- Brian
- Brunhilda
- Butterball
- Buzz Pawldrin
- Captain Fluffy
- Captain Merrylegs
- Clive
- Dobby
- Doris
- Eggroll
- Elvis
- Fabio
- Frodo
- Hairy Pawter
- Hashtag
- Huckleberry
- Jim
- Milkshake
- Mr. Beagletons
- Muffin Chops
- Muttley Crue
- Nacho
- Noodles
- Nugget
- Pancakes
- Pasty
- Princess Pork Chop
- Pup Tart
- Ratty
- Sneakers
- Sprite
- Stompy
- Sugar Pie
- Terror
- Toast
- Waffles
- Waldo
- Widget
- Winnie (the Poodle?)
- Woofer
- Yeti
- Yoda
- Zippy
If you’re still looking for funny dog names, you might want to dig further into the world of puns, your favourite characters or celebrities, or even snacks. And remember, funny dog names sometimes work because of a contrast: for example, a name like Bruiser for a tiny Chihuahua, or a name like Peaches for a big, tough dog breed.
More Great Dog Names
We’ve got you covered for dog name ideas. Over the years, we’ve compiled plenty of names for you to peruse—and we keep our lists updated with new data each year. To start, check out our list of the most popular dog names of 2018, or take a look at our list of Scottish dog names, and Irish names for dogs!