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Funny dog names

TrustedHousesitters blog writer Dan Barraclough
Dan Barraclough
January 24, 20235 min read
A dog jumps in the air.

If you’re anything like us, you love to laugh. That’s why we’re huge fans of funny pet names, ideal for pet parents with a silly streak or playful pups who make us laugh every day. If you want an educational, hilarious, pooch-naming adventure, you’re in the right place…

Our pet-naming comedians have compiled over 170 funny dog names, from paw-some puns to food-related monikers. By the end, we guarantee you’ll have all the ins-paw-ration you need (once you’ve stopped laughing, that is) to pick a knee-slapping name for your punny pooch.

Funny male dog names

Want funny boy dog names? Well, these hilarious ideas will have you slapping your knees in laughter, and when inviting your four-legged friend for a cuddle on the sofa…

  • Bark Twain
  • Sir Waggington
  • Captain Wigglebutt
  • Mr. Pawsome
  • Sir Barksalot
  • Duke Droolington
  • Fuzz McFlufferson
  • Bark Vader
  • Sir Barkington
  • Waffle Wigglesworth
  • Snoop Doggy Dog
  • Lord Fluffington
  • Sheriff Barkington
  • Sir Sniffs-a-Lot
  • Biscuit Beagle
  • Admiral Snugglepaws
  • Captain Cuddlepants
  • Bark Gyllenhaal
  • Sir Barksalittle
  • Major Woofington

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Funny female dog names

Does your canine companion make you cackle with laughter? Whether they’re acting goofy or making hilarious sounds in their sleep (you know, when dreaming about squirrels), give your funny female pooch one of these funny dog names for girls…

  • Lady Fluffington
  • Duchess Snugglebottom
  • Princess Pawsalot
  • Miss Wigglebutt
  • Lady Barkalot
  • Queen Drools-a-Lot
  • Sugar McFlufferson
  • Lady Cuddlepaws
  • Lady Wigglesworth
  • Cookie Poodle
  • Lady Sniffs-a-Lot
  • Madame Fuzzball
  • Countess Cuddlebum
  • Princess Biscuit
  • Queen Snugglepaws
  • Lady Cuddlesworth
  • Miss Barkalittle
  • Lady Woofington
  • Lady Wigglepants
  • Queen Pawsome

Related article: Popular puppy names

Pooches love eating and making us laugh. So why not find the paw-fect balance with one of these funny puppy names inspired by their second true love: snacks? Yes, we know that you’re their first true love.

  • Sir Waffles
  • Colonel Popcorn
  • Pancake Paws
  • Sushi Sniffer
  • Cupcake Cuddle
  • Meatball Muncher
  • Taco Tailwagger
  • Nacho Nibbler
  • Pickles Paws
  • Jellybean Jumper
  • Muffin Munchkin
  • Cookie Cruncher
  • Donut Drooler
  • Cupcake Cuddler
  • Pretzel Pooch
  • Dumpling Dasher
  • Spaghetti Snacker
  • Pancake Pooch
  • Marshmallow Muncher
  • Cheesy Chewer

Related article: Food names for dogs

Funny punny dog names

At TrustedHousesitters, we’re all about witty dog names. That’s why our pun-loving, pet-naming pros created the punniest list of dog names below, inspired by some of the best (and worst) pup-related puns you’ve ever seen…

  • Bark Twain
  • Bark Obama
  • Chewbacca
  • Pablo Escobark
  • Woofgang Puck
  • Brad Pittbull
  • Hairy Pawter
  • Sarah Jessica Barker
  • Droolius Caesar
  • Fur-gie
  • David BowWowie
  • Jimmy Chew
  • Leonardo DiCatrio
  • William Shakespaw
  • Woofie Goldberg
  • Oprah Wagfrey
  • Boba Fetch
  • Sherlock Bones

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Goofy dog names

We always recommend you pick a name that reflects your pup’s character. So, if they’re goofy, you know what to do. Whether your playful pup likes to imagine squirrels in the yard, run circles in the kitchen, or simply sleep in the most bizarre snuggle spots, give them one of these goofy dog names to suit their silly streak…

  • Boomer
  • Biscuit
  • Wiggles
  • Noodle
  • Scooter
  • Sprinkles
  • Wobble
  • Snickers
  • Banjo
  • Ziggy
  • Doodle
  • Bongo
  • Wacky
  • Sniffles
  • Jumpy
  • Bumble
  • Giggles
  • Dizzy
  • Wobble
  • Wacky

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Playful dog names

All pups are playful in their own way, whether it’s by giving you their favorite toy or leaping around the backyard. Either way, your energetic furball deserves a spirited name to match their playful paw-sonality. So, take your pick from one of these playful dog names…

  • Sparky
  • Coco
  • Bella
  • Buddy
  • Charlie
  • Daisy
  • Oliver
  • Lucy
  • Max
  • Molly
  • Toby
  • Penny
  • Rocky
  • Sadie
  • Bailey
  • Ruby
  • Teddy
  • Lola
  • Oscar
  • Rosie

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Funny human names for dogs

Sometimes the best way to find funny names for dogs is by looking for two-legged inspiration. No offense to our readers with these names, of course, but we believe they’d make fun dog names…

  • Larry
  • Gertrude
  • Eugene
  • Mildred
  • Herbert
  • Agatha
  • Mortimer
  • Beatrice
  • Wilbur
  • Doris
  • Clarence
  • Edna
  • Ralph
  • Ethel
  • Stanley
  • Gladys
  • Reginald
  • Hortense
  • Archibald
  • Myrtle
  • Harvey
  • Mildred
  • Edgar
  • Agnes
  • Chester
  • Gertrude
  • Seymour
  • Maude
  • Horace
  • Winifred
  • Hubert
  • Prudence
  • Gilbert
  • Estelle
  • Percival

Related article: Human names for dogs

Comedy inspired dog names

As humans, we know a thing or two about humor, so we thought it’d be barking mad not to include these famous, funny dog name ideas…

  • Chaplin
  • Groucho
  • Carlin
  • Pryor
  • Murphy
  • Rock
  • Martin
  • Wright
  • Hart
  • Ansari
  • Schumer
  • Fey
  • Williams
  • Rivers
  • Belushi
  • Dangerfield
  • Brooks
  • Wright

Related article: British dog names

Funny dog names - tips

Stopped laughing yet? Okay, maybe you haven’t. Either way, you've reached the uproarious climax of our hilarious collection of funny dog names. Your canine companion deserves a name that’ll tickle funny bones and bring smiles to everyone's faces. Still unsure? No problem – we still have a treasure trove of side-splitting tips to guide you.

When it comes to picking funny names for dogs, it's super important that your chosen name captures the essence of your humorous pup – their name should reflect their playful and silly nature. Think about their goofy antics, hilarious expressions, and irresistible charm as you em-bark on this naming adventure.

As we love to do, you should embrace the power of puns and wordplay. Look for names that have a clever twist or a funny sound that’ll make people chuckle. For example, names like "Bark Twain" for a literary-minded pup, or "Sir Waggington" for a regal and tail-wagging companion. The key is to find names that are witty and unexpected, delivering a punchline with every mention.

Remember, a funny dog name should also be easy to say. It’s a moniker that you'll joyfully call out during playtime or when sharing hilarious moments with your furry companion, so make sure it rolls off the tongue and resonates with your pooch.

No matter which hilarious dog name you choose, we're confident that your beloved pup will become the life of the party, spreading laughter wherever they go. Good luck, and get ready to unleash the laughter!

Fancy learning some jokes to match your hilarious pup? Take a look at our top dog jokes here.

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