135+ Australian Shepherd names for your Aussie pooch

Australian Shepherds - or Aussie dogs, as they are affectionately known - are energetic, fun-loving, and loyal canine companions. Nicknamed “velcro dogs” (which probably tells you everything you need to know already!), every day's a g'day when you're the pet parent to one of these sweet pooches.

Thinking of getting an Australian Shepherd, or recently welcomed one home? Finding good Australian Shepherd names is no mean feat - after all, you'll want to choose a name that truly does your new little cutie proud. To help you in your dog naming quest, we’ve shared our list of the best Australian Shepherd dog names - plus our top tips for naming your new pooch. 

135 best Australian Shepherd names

• Maddie
• Rose
• Lady
• Percy
• Ginger
• Quincy
• Jasper
• Duke
• Beau
• River
• Dallas
• Sadie
• Buddy
• Loki
• Indy
• Sydney
• Kobe
• Alexa
• Chip
• Bear
• Akira
• Molly
• Nala
• Daisy
• Maverick
• Prince
• Chloe
• Koda
• Nellie
• Indiana
• Nova
• Otis
• Ted
• Iris
• Rocky
• Rosa
• Sophie
• Atlas
• Paisley
• Isla
• Whiskey
• Poppy
• Leia
• Coco
• Buffy
• Rex
• Izzy
• Finn
• Emma
• Pippa
• Bailey
• Oakley
• Max
• Hugo
• Benji
• Bella
• Maggie
• Kai
• Indigo
• Cooper
• Penny
• Teddy
• Milo
• Phoebe
• Stella
• Maya
• Dolly
• Vegas
• Josie
• Rosie
• Grace
• Roxy
• Ace
• Noodle
• Willow
• Clara
• Pepper
• Bonnie
• Murphy
• Dakota
• Zoey
• Piper
• Murray
• Cleo
• Hazel
• Macy
• Ollie
• Luke
• Alaska
• Luna
• Ozzie
• Lincoln
• Jake
• Sage
• Brie
• Boomer
• Thor
• Logan
• Ryder
• Charlie
• Ranger
• Dixie
• Phoenix
• Adelaide
• Chase
• Jax
• Lucky
• Oreo
• Melba
• Chief
• Mackay
• Rudy
• Mia
• Misty
• Lucas
• Nacho
• Storm
• Brody
• Leo
• Lola
• Scout
• Blue
• Talia
• Sable
• Lucy
• Benny
• Barkley
• Juno
• Tucker
• Freddie
• Dundee
• Kyra
• Archie
• Olive
• Skye

Top 10 female Australian Shepherd names  

Bella might be Australia's top female dog name, but there are plenty more good Australian Shepherd girl names to consider. Paw-ruse this list of our top 10 dog names that are ideal for female Australian Shepherds. 

• Luna
• Dixie
• Hazel
• Sadie
• Daisy
• Bella
• Piper
• Zoey
• Bailey
• Lola

Top 10 male Australian Shepherd names  

Your energetic and adventurous little Aussie dog will need a good male dog name that’s nothing short of awesome. We’ve picked out our favorite 10 Australian Shepherd names for male pups - and here they are.

• Bear
• Milo
• Max
• Ollie
• Tucker
• Blue
• Oakley
• Cooper
• Ace
• Benji

Unique Australian Shepherd names

Looking for something a little more one-of-a-kind? If your Aussie pooch is a real unique soul, they’ll obviously need a great name to match. Check out these top unique names for male Australian Shepherd dogs and female pups alike!

• Brie
• Mackay
• Indiana
• Paisley
• Dolly
• Percy
• Juno
• Willow
• Whiskey
• Atlas

Badass dog names for Australian Shepherds

Is your pooch a total badass? Then give them an equally cool dog name that will live up to their street cred! These Australian Shepherd names for dogs are perfect for all those tough, cool-as-cucumber canines.

• Thor
• Chase
• Chief
• Tucker
• Loki
• Storm
• Dakota
• Nova
• Maverick
• Rex

Cute Australian Shepherd names

Australian Shepherd dogs are cute - and that’s a fact. If you came here hoping to find some seriously cute names for Australian Shepherds, you’re in luck with this list of our top 10.  

• Nacho
• Beau
• Teddy
• Pepper
• Bonnie
• Archie
• Misty
• Benji
• Dixie
• Ginger

Names for blue merle Australian Shepherds

The Aussie dog's eye-catching coat is patterned with speckled patches of color, known as merle. If you're the proud pet parent to a beautiful blue merle pup, then try these names out for size.

• Indigo
• Indy
• Blue
• Skye
• River
• Storm
• Sapphire
• Iris
• Cloud

Names for red merle Australian Shepherds

Does your red merle Aussie dog have a fiery personality to match? If you’d like your pooch's name to mirror their striking red merle coat, these names for Australian Shepherd dogs may be just the ticket.

• Rosa
• Scarlet
• Rusty
• Phoenix
• Ruby
• Brick
• Sienna
• Poppy
• Rudy
• Blaze

Names for black Australian Shepherds

Got a sleek and chic black Aussie dog? Lucky you! These black dog names are ideal if you want a moniker that pays tribute to your sweet pup’s midnight colored-coat. 

• Midnight
• Sable
• Jet
• Shadow
• Velvet
• Luna
• Pepper
• Onyx
• Diesel
• Ash

Australian-inspired names

Ok - the Aussie dog name is a bit misleading. In fact, they don't originate from Australia at all! That said, it’s still fun to consider monikers that give a nod to their (not-so-accurate) Australian roots. Check out these good names for Australian Shepherds that are simply bonzer! 

• Adelaide
• Sheila 
• Irwin 
• Darwin 
• Sydney
• Dundee 
• Bondi 
• Hobart 
• Joey 
• Coral

Tips for naming your Australian Shepherd

Get inspired by popular culture: Aussie dogs are popular with the likes of Amanda Seyfried, Bruce Willis, Demi Moore, and Steven Spielberg - to name a few. While you don’t have to be an A-list celeb to own one of these cuties, if you’d like to capture a little of that glitz and glamour in your Aussie dog, why not choose a name inspired by your favorite film, TV series, book, or actor? 

Choose a name that’s close to your heart: some of the names on our list pay tribute to favorite foods or even destinations. Met your soulmate in Dallas? Then consider naming your pup after this modern United States metropolis. Or perhaps Mexican chow is your ultimate go-to comfort food? Nothing could be more fitting than a pooch named Nacho!

Pick a name that matches your pup’s personality: finding a good name for your Australian Shepherd puppy may seem daunting, but it doesn’t need to be! Sometimes, all it takes to find the pawfect name is to spend some time with your new pooch and get to know your dog's personality. 

Or, opt for a name inspired by their dog breed: as we’ve established, Aussie dogs aren’t actually Australian. But why should that stop you from picking a truly bonzer dog name? Or, lean into your pup’s active and adventurous nature with a name like Chase, Chipper, or Bullet!

Lastly, be syllable-conscious. The best dog names are short, sweet, and ideally, 3 syllables or less. Why? Well, shorter dog names are easier for your pup to learn. For the same reason, it’s best to avoid any words that may sound like common commands (such as ‘sit’ or ‘stay’), or names shared by close friends or family members. 

Calling all Australian Shepherd pet parents

Got your new little buddy's name all picked out? Next up, learn everything there is to know about these special little pups in our Australian Shepherd breed guide, or head this way for the low-down on puppy training your new pooch.