Whether you’ve got a single pup, a pair of best friends, or an entire pack of tail-waggers, this list of cute puppy names will help you find the perfect fit. From sweet and snuggly to downright silly, these names celebrate what we love most about our furry companions: their endless charm.
Naming tip: Soft consonants like “L,” “M,” and “P” sound gentle and affectionate which are perfect for smaller breeds or dogs with sweet temperaments. If you’ve got two, mix and match names that sound cute together: Lulu & Louie, Millie & Murphy, Rosie & Rufus.
Sweet & Snuggly Puppy Names
These cute puppy names are for the pups who melt your heart with one look. Think of names that sound soft, cozy, and affectionate which is perfect for lap dogs, cuddlers, or anyone who thinks they’re a baby.
Daisy
Clover
Honey
Lulu
Pippin
Bella
Teddy
Millie
Maple
S’more
Nibbles
Mochi
Buttercup
Peaches
Biscuit
Cute Girl Puppy Names
When choosing a girl’s name for your dog, think airy and affectionate. Names with soft vowels and lilting endings (“-ie,” “-y,” “-a”) instantly sound more endearing.
Millie-Mae
Mabel
Pippa
Winnie
Birdie
Dotty
Junie
Maisie
Gigi
Nala
Cloverly
Nellie
Pixie
Tilly
Fawn
Rosie-Rue
Blossom
Pearl
Dottie
Pudding-Pie
Lila
Moxie
Sunny
Lacey
Posie
Crumpet
Evie
Bambi
Trixie
Goldie
Petal
Cherry
Fancy
Dolly-Rose
Dolly
Butterbean
Pudding
Sprout
Honeybun
Marshmallow
Toffee
Rosie
Tinker
Baby
Cuddles
Pip
Poppy
Sugar
Cute Boy Puppy Names
Short, friendly names with a bouncy rhythm feel naturally playful and warm, especially for male dogs. These names are great for cheerful or mischievous pups.
Archie
Alfie
Chester
Benny
Louie
Oliver
Beau
Finn
Remy
Teddy-Bear
Murphy
Jasper
Milo
Otis
Huck
Frankie
Joey
Ziggy
Chip
Benny
Marley
Wally
Gus
Toby
Percy
Arlo
Hank
Baxter
Ollie-Bear
Doodle
Booker
Bruno
Fergus
Cody
Rufus
Food-Inspired Puppy Names
Let’s face it; cute puppy names and snacks go paw in paw. These are especially fun for dogs with unique coloring or personalities that remind you of your favorite treats. Try this: Match your puppy’s coat color to a food name. A golden pup could be “Honey,” “Toffee,” or “Biscuit.” A dark chocolate coat? “Mocha” or “Cocoa.”
Muffin
Waffles
Peanut
Brownie
Tater Tot
Mochi
Cupcake
Pickles
Noodle
Jellybean
Olive
Churro
Biscotti
Cinnamon
Marshmallow
Latte
Mochaccino
Sprinkles
Truffle
Cocoa
Pancake
Pretzel
Dumpling
Ginger
S’more
Pez
Caramel
List of Cute Puppy Names for Couples
Got two puppies? These famous pairings are as iconic as they are adorable. They work especially well for sibling pups, bonded rescues, or any pair that just can’t be separated. Pro tip: Keep pair names rhythmical or contrasting for something that sounds fun to say together. The best pairs roll right off your tongue.
Mickey & Minnie
Romeo & Juliet
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Lady & Tramp
Fred & Ginger
Tarzan & Jane
Beauty & Beast
Salt & Pepper
Lucy & Ricky
Han & Leia
Ben & Jerry
Abbott & Costello
Thelma & Louise
Scooby & Scrappy
Bert & Ernie
Laurel & Hardy
Sonny & Cher
Wilma & Betty
Gilligan & Skipper
Rocky & Bullwinkle
Bambi & Thumper
Holmes & Watson
Fred & Ethel
Tigger & Pooh
Turner & Hooch
Starsky & Hutch
Napoleon & Josephine
Luke & Leia
Mork & Mindy
Rhett & Scarlett
Cagney & Lacey
Bogie & Bacall
George & Gracie
Cheech & Chong
Felix & Oscar
Donald & Daisy
Babe & Ruth
Jack & Jill
Goofy & Pluto
Hansel & Gretel
Adam & Eve
Ozzie & Harriet
Captain & Tennille
Fred & Barney
Milo & Otis
Pongo & Perdita
Archie & Jughead
Tonto & Ranger
Caesar & Cleopatra
Merry & Pippin
Dorothy & Toto
Jay & Kay
Franny & Zooey
Chewie & Han
Duke & Duchess
Nancy & Sluggo
Lancelot & Guinevere
Rags & Riches
Harry & Hermione
Vegas & Reno
Butch & Sundance
Elvis & Priscilla
Porgy & Bess
Lewis & Clark
Kermit & Miss Piggy
Tom & Jerry
Mason & Dixon
Coke & Pepsi
Boba & Jango
Jasmine & Aladdin
Laverne & Shirley
Hawkeye & Bj
Iggy & Pop
Tango & Cash
Napoleon & Dynamite
Daisy & Duke
Robin & Marian
Penn & Teller
Cowboy & Indian
Zeus & Apollo
Sugar & Spice
Aragorn & Arwen
Edward & Bella
Katniss & Haymitch
Zendaya & Tom
Barbie & Ken
Taylor & Travis
Mulder & Scully
Shrek & Fiona
Peter Parker & MJ
Elsa & Anna
Wednesday & Enid
Ted & Rebecca
Mario & Luigi
Grogu & Mando
Eleven & Mike
Jim & Pam
Dwight & Angela
Amy & Rory
Peeta & Katniss
Gomez & Morticia
Joel & Ellie
Geralt & Yennefer
Miles & Gwen
Jinx & Vi
Harry & Ginny
Allie & Noah
Jack & Rose
Finn & Rey
Vision & Wanda
Tony & Pepper
Steve & Bucky
Johnny & Moira
David & Patrick
Moana & Maui
Rapunzel & Flynn
Anna & Kristoff
Nick & Jess
Jake & Amy
Ted & Robin
Chandler & Monica
Ross & Rachel
Mirabel & Bruno
Harley & Ivy
Harley & Joker
Carl & Ellie
Percy & Annabeth
Vintage Cute Puppy Names
Old-fashioned names that never go out of style. These timeless picks feel homey, familiar, and perfect for dogs who seem a little wise beyond their years. Fun twist: Try pairing a vintage name with a title like “Miss Mabel,” “Sir Winston,” or “Lady Pearl” for instant charm. I recently met a “Princess Pup” at the dog park.
Rosie
Hazel
Archie
Scout
Millie
Hank
Penny
Nellie
Finn
Sadie
Winston
Mabel
Rufus
Olive
Louie
Bonnie
Clyde
Walter
Maisie
Chester
Betsy
Tillie
Hank
Dolly
Ruby
Otis
June
Gus
40 Cute Puppy Names Inspired by Other Languages
From Italian sweetness to Japanese charm, these international names carry beautiful meanings and melodic sounds
which is perfect for pups with personality and flair.
Luna (Italian/Spanish, “moon”)
Haru (Japanese, “spring”)
Bella (Italian, “beautiful”)
Koa (Hawaiian, “brave”)
Amie (French, “friend”)
Mochi (Japanese, “sweet rice treat”)
Beau (French, “handsome”)
Leilani (Hawaiian, “heavenly flower”)
Caro (Italian, “dear one”)
Aiko (Japanese, “beloved child”)
Dolce (Italian, “sweet”)
Sol (Spanish, “sun”)
Lani (Hawaiian, “heavenly”)
Gigi (French, stylish nickname for “Georgette”)
Sora (Japanese, “sky”)
Chéri (French, “darling”)
Rosa (Italian/Spanish, “rose”)
Kiko (Japanese, “hope”)
Mele (Hawaiian, “song”)
Nalu (Hawaiian, “wave”)
Bambino (Italian, “little one”)
Tomo (Japanese, “friend”)
Perla (Spanish, “pearl”)
Piccolo (Italian, “small”)
Guapa (Spanish, “pretty girl”)
Rin (Japanese, “dignified”)
Coco (French, cute nickname meaning “sweetheart”)
Nina (Spanish, “girl”)
Kona (Hawaiian, coastal town & coffee region)
Luz (Spanish, “light”)
Fleur (French, “flower”)
Guapo (Spanish, “handsome”)
Tino (Italian diminutive of Valentino, “strong”)
Amor (Spanish, “love”)
Yuki (Japanese, “snow”)
Mochaccino (Italian-inspired, cozy coffee name)
Kona (Hawaiian, warm and friendly island vibe)
Chico (Spanish, “boy”)
When choosing a name, keep it short and easy to recognize. Dogs respond best to one or two syllables.
The American Kennel Club has a few smart tips on picking a name your pup will actually learn faster.