Well, what is the one thing, besides preparing a majestic welcome for the pooch in question, that you should probably do first? Choose a perfect name, obviously! If you’re not sure how to name a dog you’ve just adopted, or if you just lack the inspiration, don’t worry. But if you’re at a loss for a great male dog name, here are our top 100+ boy puppy names.So, you’ve got a new puppy or a dog in your life? The moment when you meet your new furry soulmate is one of the most precious times in each pet parent’s life. If you’re lucky, you’ll meet your dog, get to know him a bit, and come up with an inspired choice. (We’ve got girl dog name suggestions, too.) And at least 20 percent of dogs have human names like “Max” or “Charlie.” Sports figures are a perennial favorite (the year Derek Jeter retired from the New York Yankees, “Jeter” was in the top 10 male dog names) and so are sports and outdoor activity-inspired names like “Ruger” or “Blaze.” If you’re looking for a less common boy dog name, try our list of unique dog names.

You might meet a “Whiskey,” “Porter” or “Oreo” on your daily walks.

Names from movies and books like “Twilight” and “Game of Thrones” have maintained popularity over time, and the Disney universe of characters has helped inspire male dog names like “ Grogu,” “ Loki,” “ Thor,” “ Simba” and “ Groot.”įood and drink are favorite themes, too. The number of dogs named after “Frozen” characters rose 900 percent the year after the movie came out, for example, so for a while you probably met more than one “Olaf” at doggie daycare. Just like baby names, boy dog names rise and fall in popularity. You’ll be saying your boy puppy’s name a lot over time, as a quick attention grabber or just as part of their overall training and socialization. Pick a name you like to say (and that you won’t be embarrassed to yell across the park or put on a dog tag).

It’s also commonly recommended that you avoid male dog names that sound like commands, for example, “Kit,” which sounds like “sit,” or “Bo,” which sounds like “no.” Most dog training experts recommend a one or two-syllable name that you can say quickly. How to Choose the Right Male Dog Nameĭogs have an easier time hearing hard consonants and long vowels, so a name like “Lucky” or “Benny” will be easier for him to distinguish from other sounds. A good boy dog name can actually enhance his responsiveness and improve communication between you over a lifetime. While naming your male puppy may not have the same lifetime significance as naming a baby boy, it’s a name you and your new puppy will be living with for a long time, so it deserves some thought.

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