“What’s in a dog name?” Well, maybe that isn’t the exact quote … but it is a question that most aspiring dog owners ask themselves while they’re looking to add a new member to their pack.
And, unlike the process of naming a human, you have way more freedom to get creative with what your new pup will be called — you may even want to consider one of these funny dog names if you feel so inclined. In fact, a humorous name lets both you and your dog show off your funny bones.
If you want to choose a funny dog name that’s sure to make a splash at doggy daycare or in dog-walking crews, check out this long list of funny, clever, and just plain silly dog names that are perfect for goofy, fun-loving pups.
Funny dog names with wordplay
These hilarious names for dogs take a spin on famous figures:
- Bark Twain
- Chewbarka
- Doc McDoggins
- Droolius Caesar
- Franz Fur-dinand
- Fyodor Dogstoevsky
- Hairy Paw-ter
- Jimmy Chew
- Kareem Abdul Ja-Bark
- Mary Puppins
- The Notorious D.O.G.
- Orville Redenbarker
- Ozzy Pawsborne
- Meghan Barkle
- Salvador Dogi
- Santa Paws
- Sarah Jessica Barker
- Sherlock Bones
- Winnie the Poodle
- Woofgang Puck
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Funny names from “pup” culture
If you’re a fan of pop culture, some of your favorite characters could make for great and funny puppy names, too:
- Dobby
- Elmo
- Grogu
- Gollum
- Khaleesi
- Mister Miyagi
- Pikachu
- Pumba
- Rocky
- Yoda
Funny human names for dogs
The funniest people names for dogs are either nerdy, old-fashioned or very “generic,” like these:
- Archie
- Barney
- Betty
- Bernadette
- Bob
- David
- Gary
- Kevin
- Larry
- Lloyd
- Matilda
- Olga
- Pam
- Rufus
- Waldo
Big names for small dogs
These names may not seem funny on their own, but when given to the right dog breed, they’re pure comedy.
- Attila
- Baloo
- Bruiser
- Butterball
- Chompers
- Cujo
- Hercules
- Jabba
- Moose
- Rambo
- Rex
- Tank
- Zeus
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Small names for big dogs
Same goes for small names for big dogs. Think about it: How hilarious would it be to meet a Great Dane called Peanut?
- Binx
- Bitsy
- Demi
- Hobbit
- Munchkin
- Nugget
- Pee Wee
- Peanut
- Scrappy
- Squeakers
- Squirt
- Toto
- Twinkie
Funny dog names about food
Fact: Popular foods ALWAYS make funny names for dogs. Plenty of dog owners, especially celebrities, like to name their pets after their favorite meals.
- Alfalfa
- Beans
- Biscuit
- Butters
- Chalupa
- Cheeseburger
- Fluffernutter
- Jellybean
- Meatball
- Nacho
- Noodles
- Onion
- Tater
- Waffles
Silly dog names
Some pet owners like to get seriously silly with their dogs’ names. These funny puppy names are pretty out there, but they’re all hilarious in their wackiness.
- Alfred von Wigglebottom
- Barkley
- Captain Sniffer
- Count Droolsbury
- Deputy Dawg
- Doodle
- Lucky Goodsniffer
- Miss Furbulous
- Mister Fluffers
- Professor Wagglesworth
- Putt-putt
- Scooter
- Sergeant Barkowitz
- Sir Barks-a-Lot
- Sir Waggington
- Woofer
No matter what name you pick, welcoming a new dog into your life is sure to bring you lots of joy and laughter for years to come.
