In the classic “Romeo & Juliette,” William Shakespeare wrote, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Your dog, however, probably doesn’t care too doggone much what name you give him as long as you call him sweetly.

However, if we needed science to tell us if our cats like their funny cat names and choose whether or not to respond to them, dogs are huge fans of their names and can’t wait to come when called, especially if you also involve walking or dog treats in the conversation.

Your dog likely thinks of you as a mom, dad, or the lady with the long dark fur on her head who gives food! Your faithful pal will respond to whatever you choose to call him, and the fun part is that we can come up with funny dog names, witty, silly, or completely wacky names for animals and our pets will love us all the same.

Sugar and spice and everything nice, that’s what female dogs are made of. Or are they? Let’s look at girly, as well as spunky and sassy, funny female dog names for your funny four-legged girl dog.

1. Abracadabra

2. Bo Peep

3. Buttercup

4. Cha-Cha-Cha

5. Chiquita

6. Cleopatra

7. Coconut

8. Cupcake

9. Goldilocks

10. Honeybee

11. Jellybean

12. Jersey Girl

13. June Bug

14. Lady Dogiva

15. Lady Rover

16. Ladybug

17. Lollipop

18. Lucy Loo

19. Marshmallow

20. Princess

21. Pumpkin Spice Latte

22. Smooches

23. Snookie

24. Snowflake

25. Sweet Tea

26. Tinkerbell

27. Ursula

28. Whoopi

29. Xena

30. Yoko

A boy dog may be rough and tumble, but he’s still your cutie pie, so here are names that suit adoring brown eyes and fuzzy faces of varying personalities, if you’re looking for funny dog names for boy dogs.

31. Archibald

32. Bacon

33. Baloo

34. Banjo

35. Barkley

36. Barney

37. Baxter

38. Buckaroo

39. Chewie

40. Chilipupper

41. Clyde

42. Dumbledog

43. Hamburgler

44. Hooch

45. Indiana Bones

46. Kanye Westie

47. McGruff

48. Mr. Muggles

49. Rawhide

50. Scooby

51. Snoop Doggy Dog

52.Yoda

“Three Stooges” fans get the joke in naming opposites, as demonstrated by the hair-challenged character “Curly.” Not necessarily funny on their own, these funny dog names for pint-sized pooches evoke largeness and might make humans giggle.

53. Attila the Hound

54. Beowulf

55. Biggie Smalls

56. Bruiser

57. Butterball

58. Cujo

59. Dogzilla

60. Hulk

61. Jumbo

62. Kong

63. Moose

64. Mr. T

65. Rambo

66. T-Rex

67. Tank

68. Thor

If it’s funny to give a small dog a big dog’s name, it’s equally funny (if not funnier) to give a big dog a small dog name! Let’s put that theory to the test with this list of names for the bigger kids on four paws.

69. Bon Bon

70. Little Bit

71. Munchkin

72. Nugget

73. Peanut

74. Pee Wee

75. Scrappy

76. Squirt

77. Tiny

78. Toto

What is cuter than a puppy? Watching him learn to walk, run, play, climb stairs, and get his coordination down can be a hoot. These tiny furry creatures allow us to summon up the names of all things small and adorable. Here are a few hilarious dog names for our young furry family members (aka puppies)!

79. Doodle Bug

80. Gumdrop

81. Lil’ Dude

82. Punkin’

83. Small Fry

84. Subwoofer

85. Sushi

86. Sweet Pea

87. Tater Tot

88. Tiny Man

Time to put on your thinking cap if you want something truly ingenious to name your special pooch. Taking characters from literature, sports, and the silver screen are a good place to start. Then, use a play on words to come up with witty dog names like these.

89. Bark Twain

90. Droolious Caesar

91. Hairy Pawter

92. Jimmy Chew

93. Kareem Abdul Ja Bark

94. Mary Puppins

95. Ozzy Pawsborn

96. Orville Redenbarker

97. Queen of Barkness

98. R2 Dog 2

99. Salvador Doggy

100. Sherlock Bones

101. Winnie the Poodle

As we reach the last category in our quest to find 100+ great dog names for your playful, goofy, or downright badass pooch, we can let our imaginations run wild with silly dog names.

102. Andy Warhowl

103. Captain Sniffer

104. Count Droolsberry

105. Mrs. Wigglebottom

106. Professor Wagglesworth

107. Sir Barks-a-Lot

108. Sir Licks-a-Lot

109. Sir Pees-a-Lot

110. Waggington Dog

Dogs already make us smile, but it’s nice to find cute (and appropriate) dog names that bring out a pup’s unique personality. We use names to identify our dogs, to call them to us, and praise them, so always use the name chosen with a kind tone to your voice. Of course, dogs understand everything we say – even when we speak to them via pet cameras – but it is best to choose a dog name that he or she can easily learn. One or two syllables say the experts, but longer names will do just fine as long as you pronounce them clearly.

Additionally, consider a name that ends in “y” or has that “ee” sound at the end, preferably a two-syllable word, as we said above. Short and perky funny dog names resonate joy and your pooch is more likely to learn them faster. If you choose one of the longer names, like the ones listed above, you may want to come up with a shorter nickname to use regularly.

One last tip, don’t select a name that sounds like a command. “Bo” sounds like “no,” and “Nitwit” sounds like “sit,” although it may not be bad if your dog sits still when called. Other than that, have fun finding the perfect name for your dog, but always say it in the kindest, most loving voice!

Choosing a Dog’s Name: Frequently Asked Questions

Before we wrap up our guide on best dog names to call your pooch, let’s answer some of the most frequently asked questions we received from our readers regarding dog names in general!

What are the general rules for choosing a dog’s name?

• You should pick a name that you really like. Since you will be using that name for plenty of years, you should make sure you like the sound of it;
• Try the name for a few days to see how your dog responds to it;
• As we said before, avoid choosing a name that sounds like a command you are about to teach your dog. When it comes to cat names, cats do not actually learn many commands, but a dog will most likely go to training;
• If you want to teach a newborn pooch its name, offer some dog treats whenever it responds to the name, and shows signs it is learning it.

Can you rename a dog that already has a name?

Experts do not recommend you rename a dog after the age of 1 year. However, if you get a rescue dog and you don’t want its name and you want to call it something, give your new friend some time to adapt. It may be harder for older dogs to learn a new name, but they can and will if you treat them with kindness and patience.

If it is your own dog you want to rename, make sure the new name sounds like the old one. For instance, you can change Harley to Charlie or Benji to Genji, but make sure you don’t overdo it. Of course, if your dog’s name is Sir William von Fluffypants, calling it Will is probably the best choice.

What are some of the most popular dog names in the world?

We cannot speak for the rest of the world, but in the United States, some of the most common girl dog names are Bella, Lucy, and Daisy, whereas the most popular and common boy dog names are Max, Buddy, and Charlie. Of course, for a touch of originality, check out the list of cute and bold dog names we offered here.

Before We Depart…

Tell us what amazing dog names, goofy dog names, witty dog names, or silly names do you call your dog by? What are some of the all-time funniest dog names you have ever heard? Please share, and make us all smile and wag!