Are you making plans to add a new puppy to the house? Then it’s time to narrow down your list of names for your new dog. Whether you are on the search for one of the popular dog breeds or simply want a mixed breed, there are so many fun names that might be a good fit for the new rascal. Special thanks to any pet parents bringing home a black dog. Because of their darker coats, they don’t stand out as much in kennels and photos and have the lowest adoption rates. They even have their own day to raise awareness (you’ll want to mark your calendar for October 1).
Places serve as meaningful inspiration that can also make for good dog names. Name your four legged friend after your family’s favorite vacation destination. If that still leaves you scratching your head, try looking toward elements found in nature that are often black, especially if you plan on hitting the trails often. Favorite foods can also double as the perfect name for your pet. And the simplest solution of all is to search for objects that are black and see if one suits your pet’s personality. The other most common dog color is white, so there’s also a chance the new familial addition could be a mix of black and white. This list also includes some clever names for these special pups.
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Male Black Dog Names
- Sullivan
- Buck
- Charlie
- Smith
- Ned
- Norman
- Steven
- Daniel
- Billy
- Adam
- James
- Peter
- Hank
- Cornelius
- Rochester
- Captain
- Mickey
- Elmer
- Ernest
- DJ
- Willie
- Dudley
- Kermit
- Bruce
- Cisco
- Patches
- Murphy
- Tucker
- Pudge
- Boris
- Baker
- Cowboy
- Rex
- Otis
- Bosco
Female Black Dog Names
- Bailey
- Ruby
- Lucy
- Molly
- Maisie
- Dottie
- Louise
- Bonnie
- Greta
- Chloe
- Emily
- Martha
- Caroline
- Queenie
- Duchess
- Aggie
- Whisper
- Echo
- Secret
- Ruffles
- Scallop
- Pebbles
- Misty
- Penny
- Audrey
- Sadie
- Marcel
- Wednesday
- Dipsy
- Blessing
- Jizelle
- Bella
- Button
- Darla
Nature-Inspired Black Dog Names
If you and your new sidekick are going to be hitting the trails, try a name inspired by the great outdoors.
- Beetle
- Carbon
- Onyx
- Dusk
- Stormy
- Wilder
- Hiker
- Stone
- River
- Forest
- Slate
- Rocky
- Bolder
- Cave
- Sunny
- Fern
- Meadow
- Shell
- Breeze
- Summer
- Autumn
- Coral
- Myrtle
- Petal
- Birch
- Sierra
- Cedar
- Woods
- Woody
- Volcano
- Thunder
Campfire-Inspired Black Dog Names
S’mores aren’t the only thing to cook up ’round a campfire. It’ll also strike up a bunch of dog name ideas.
- Soot
- Ember
- Smokey
- Coal
- Ash
- Cinder
- Inferno
- Charcoal
Black Lab Names
Labs remain one of the most popular breeds (officially number 2 behind the French bulldog). If you’re bringing one home, check this list!
- Marley
- Jack
- Olive
- Max
- Lottie
- Harley
- Buddy
- Loki
- Gus
- Cole
Out-of-this-World Black Dog Names
With a black coat as silky as the night sky, why not look to astrology to name your black dog?
- Cosmo
- Luna
- Starry
- Nightfall
- Moony
- Nova
- Midnight
- Eclipse
- Galaxy
- Shadow
- Shade
- Sky
- Eclipse
- Inky
- Nebula
- Starla
- Dipper
Other Animals Black Dog Names
Sometimes an animal name injects your friend with even more personality.
- Robin
- Raven
- Penguin
- Crow
- Bear
- Stallion
- Panther
- Skunky
- Orca
- Starling
- Pigeon
- Bat
- Wolfy
- Ducky
Food-Inspired Black Dog Names
If your pup is cute enough to eat, name him after one of your favorite foods!
- Pepper
- Bean
- Cola
- Cocoa
- Pudding
- Coffee
- Macaron
- Hershey
- Espresso
- Caviar
- Sesame
- Taffy
- Guiness
- Licorice
- Sprinkles
- Noodle
- Walnut
- Chocolate
- Pork Chop
- Muffin
- Fudgie
- Pepperoni
- Toastie
- Salty
- Gravy
- Pumpernickel
Black & White Dog Names
Dalmations, Boston Terriers, and black and white mutts will be delighted to be called these clever monikers.
- Panda
- Dice
- Domino
- Cow
- Checkers
- Oreo
- Swirl
- Snoopy
- Moo
- Tuxedo
- Chess
- Houndstooth
Tough Black Dog Names
Masculine names for big ole tough dogs below. Small dog breeds would also benefit from being named something “manly.”
- Chaos
- Fiasco
- Dante
- Alpha
- Hercules
- Thunder
- Diesel
- Chomper
- Tarzan
- Boom
- Blade
- Blaise
- Grizzly
- Destroyer
Alison Allsopp is the Style and Market Editor at Country Living.
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