6000+ Dog Names

Perhaps too spicy for some, but this is a popular Gaelic surname that might appeal for those looking to honor a family branch or to fans of legendary British comedian Tim Curry.

A joyous, celebratory-sounding name.

Orlanda is an intriguing feminization of Orlando, almost unknown in this country.

Cool word name for boys evocative of rock and roll. Julia Stiles named her son Strummer in 2017.

As Joaquin enters the American mainstream, his sister might just follow.

This intriguing name of an ancient Etruscan queen renowned for her prophetic powers was long associated with the prima ballerina Tanaquil LeClerq.

Lovely Hebrew name with distinctive double a's, but beware of possible "banana" teasing.

The Spanish word for "shell" is a new addition to the quickly growing list of ocean-inspired nature names.

A bit grown-up for a tiny baby.

Closely tied to the widow of John Lennon.

Diminutive of Ignatius or its female form Ignatia – or, if you're thinking outside the box, of Ingrid or even Indigo. British actor, presenter and comedian Noel Fielding named his second daughter Iggy in 2020.

This could be a good option for people looking for a virtue name, though the virtue most people will understand will be different to the meaning.

This surname-name comes with some great connotations: Addie Ballou the American feminist, Kurt Ballou — guitarist with the band Converge, or Adin Ballou — abolitionist and pacifist. It has a trendy, whimsical sound that sets it apart from more traditional surnames like Cooper, Hunter, and Archer and puts it more in the camp of the softer international names like Aaru, Bayou, and Finlo.

Popular in Hawaii in the first decades of the 20th century, this name also means "rock" in Māori.

Everyone will misunderstand it as Lara, but if you're willing to put up with the confusion, this is a truly different yet simple option.

Like the Maori name, Anahera, Atchara is a good option for parents looking for the perfect name for their little angel, but wanting to avoid Angela and Angelina.

An interesting Canadian province and city name that has some literary history as the name of a character in Dickens's Bleak House; could make a distinctive choice for parents with northern roots.