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Dog Names That Start With V

  1. Viridian

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "blue green color"

    • Description:

      Unusual and beautiful blue green color and name possibility, a la Cerulean.
  2. Vernon

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "place of alders"

    • Description:

      Once aristocratic British surname yet to be revived. Vince Vaughn recently gave his son the same double initials as his own when he named him Vernon Vaughn.
  3. Vivi

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Viv- names

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Vivi is a short form of all the Vivian and Viveca forms that is sure to get a lot more attention now that a little Jolie-Pitt girl has been named Vivienne.
  4. Vanille

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "vanilla"

    • Description:

      While Vanilla might be too bland, the French version is more flavorful.
  5. Vulcan

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "to flash"

    • Description:

      Vulcan was the Roman god of fire (from which, volcano) and metalworking, but this name is now more familiar as the pointy-eared humanoids on "Star Trek," represented by Mr. Spock.
  6. Valkyrie

    • Origin:

      Old Norse

    • Meaning:

      "chooser of the slain"

    • Description:

      In Norse mythology, the valkyries decided the fate of men in battle and conveyed the spirits of the fallen to Valhalla, to dwell with the god Odin. Often associated with ravens, swans, and horses, over time the valkyries have been portrayed as strong, female figures, callous and monstrous creatures, and sometimes both at the same time.
  7. Vashti

    • Origin:

      Persian

    • Meaning:

      "lovely"

    • Description:

      This Persian name with an Old Testament pedigree has a warm Sasha-like feel. The Biblical Vashti was a queen who refused her husband's orders to appear naked in front of his party guests and so was deposed in favor of Esther. For her independent spirit, Vashti has become something of a feminist icon.
  8. Vespera

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "evening star"

    • Description:

      Said to refer to either Jupiter or Venus, either of which would be preferable as a name.
  9. Victoire

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      Adds French flair to Victoria, though many Americans would find pronunciation a challenge.
  10. Vidar

    • Origin:

      Old Norse

    • Meaning:

      "quiet god"

    • Description:

      Mythological son of Odin, powerful and mute.
  11. Velvet

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "a fabric characterized by a short soft dense warp pile"

    • Description:

      Velvet is a name that couldn't possibly be softer or more luxuriant. Many people have fond memories of it via the character of Velvet Brown, played by the young Elizabeth Taylor in National Velvet, an intrepid young woman willing to masquerade as a boy to race her horse in a dangerous steeplechase.
  12. Vander
    • Viva

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "alive, living, life"

      • Description:

        Viva la baby with this life-affirming name, one of the appealing group of girl names that mean life.! Singer Rufus Wainwright chose it for his baby daughter, perhaps in celebration of a new life entering the world the year after he lost his mother Kate McGarrigle. The baby's middle name is Katherine.
    • Vinnie

      • Description:

        Vinnie is primarily a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Vincent, though it can occasionally be used for girls as well. The name derives from the Latin 'Vincentius,' meaning 'conquering.' Vinnie offers a friendly, approachable alternative to the more formal Vincent, with a casual charm that has remained consistently appealing. The name gained particular popularity in Italian-American communities and saw broader usage in the early to mid-20th century. While not typically among the top-ranking names, Vinnie maintains steady usage, often associated with its warm, unpretentious character. The name conjures images of a friendly, down-to-earth individual and is recognized across various English-speaking countries.

    • Verdi

      • Origin:

        Italian

      • Meaning:

        "green"

      • Description:

        This is an outside possibility for opera-lovers, with the additional eco/color factor.
    • Vlad

      • Origin:

        Diminutive of Vladimir, Slavic

      • Meaning:

        "great ruler, peaceful ruler, ruler of the world"

      • Description:

        The most famous Vlad was nicknamed "the Impaler." Enough said.
    • Viveca

      • Origin:

        Swedish, Nordic

      • Meaning:

        "alive, life; place of refuge"

      • Description:

        This is one of the most vibrant and feminine of the names meaning life, and it's sure to gain more attention as the whole sisterhood of Viv- names rise.
    • Veer

      • Origin:

        Sanskrit

      • Meaning:

        "brave"

      • Description:

        One of the fastest-rising Indian boy names of the past few years, Veer is a straightforward choice with visual appeal and a striking V initial.
    • Vittoria

      • Origin:

        Italian variation of Victoria

      • Description:

        An appealing Italianate alternative.
    • Vianne

      • Origin:

        French, blend of Vivian and Anne

      • Description:

        A smooth and velvety Gallic choice first heard here as the heroine of the movie "Chocolat."