Popular red dog names for your fiery furbaby

Picking a name for your fiery-colored furry friend is no small task. We know, we’ve been there – it can definitely make you feel like you're chasing your own tail. But don't worry, we’ve got some fetching advice!

Let's start by focusing on your pup's reddish coat. If your pooch has a gorgeous auburn coat, then you’re barking up the right tree by considering red dog names that match their fiery fur. Whether you’re adopting a Vizsla, Dachshund, or an Irish Setter, we’ve got 120+ of the best names for red dogs you’ll ever need, including names for every shade of rouge.

Now, let's get those creative juices flowing and sniff out some paw-some red dog names for your fiery pooch.

Male red dog names

Whether you’ve brought home a Red Heeler or vibrant Vizsla,  or you just love the color red, we’re sure you’ll enjoy these red dog names for male pups…

• Rusty
• Blaze 
• Jasper 
• Rowan (Means "red-haired" in Gaelic)
• Phoenix 
• Rustle 
• Auburn 
• Flynn (Means "reddish" in Irish)
• Ember 
• Clancy (Derived from the Gaelic word for "red warrior")

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Female red dog names

Find the paw-fect name for your fiery girl with one of these red female dog names…

• Ruby 
• Ginger 
• Scarlett 
• Poppy 
• Cherry 
• Carmine 
• Rose 
• Sienna 
• Autumn

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Cute red dog names

Choose a cute red dog name for your canine companion, based on their adorable auburn fur…

• Teddy
• Copper 
• Peanut
• Biscuit
• Cinnamon
• Cherry-Pie
• Poppyseed 
• Cupcake 
• Muffin
• Rolo 

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Unique red dog names

Red pups are anything but boring. So why pick an everyday name for your extraordinary pooch? Check out these unique names for red dogs for some inspo…

• Crimson 
• Garnet 
• Fuego (Spanish for "fire")
• Rufus (Derived from the Latin word for "red-haired")
• Sorrel 
• Vesta (Named after the Roman goddess of hearth and fire)

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Copper dog names

Cop a load of these copper dog names for your fiery fur ball…

• Penny
• Cooper 
• Ginger 
• Amber 
• Auburn 
• Rusty 
• Ember 
• Clay
• Brick

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Ruby dog names

Does your ruby pooch feel like the jewel in your crown? Give them the ruby dog name to pay homage to their beautiful coat and canine character…

• Ruby 
• Garnet 
• Jasper 
• Scarlet 
• Crimson 
• Rosso (Italian for "red")
• Rubina 
• Carmine 
• Cinnabar

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Orange dog names

Got yourself a ginger good boy or girl? These orange dog names are just the sweetest we could think of…

• Mango 
• Sunny 
• Marigold
• Saffron 
• Clementine 
• Tangerine 
• Pumpkin
• Apricot

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Names for red breeds

To make your name-picking adventure a little easier, we’ve narrowed down your choices of red dog names to some of the most popular reddish breeds.

Irish Setter names

With their flashy red coats, Irish Setters are one of the most glamorous pooches on earth. So, why not give your shiny friend one of these beautiful names for a red dog?

• Rory (Derived from the Irish word for "red king")
• Colleen (Means "girl" or "young woman" in Irish)
• Branna (Derived from the Irish word for "raven")
• Shannon (Referring to the River Shannon in Ireland)
• Kiera (Means "dark-haired" in Irish)
• Flynn (Means "reddish" in Irish)
• Maeve (Derived from the Gaelic word for "intoxicating", “she who rules”)
• Seamus (Irish form of James, meaning "supplanter")
• Aislinn (Means "dream" or "vision" in Irish)

Rhodesian Ridgeback names

Reaching 69 cm tall, adopting a Rhodesian Ridgeback is no small task. But the rewards are endless: you’ll enjoy a beautiful, devoted pup for many years. So, to honor this pup’s African heritage, we’ve selected these red dog names… 

• Simba (Means "lion" in Swahili)
• Zuri (Swahili for "beautiful")
• Jabari (Swahili for "brave" or "fearless")
• Shumba (Shona for "lion")
• Asani (Swahili for "rebellious")
• Kali (Means "fierce" in Swahili)
• Nala (Means "gift" in Swahili)
• Ayo (Yoruba for "joy" or "happiness")
• Chuma (Swahili for "metal" or "strong")
• Lulu (Swahili for "pearl" or "precious")

Dachshund names

Small? Yes. Adorable? Check. Red? Sometimes! If you’ve adopted a tan-colored Dachshund, you’ll want to pick one of these wonderful names for a red dog…

• Oscar (Means "divine spear" in Old English)
• Fritz (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "peaceful ruler")
• Heidi (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "noble")
• Lola (Means "strong woman" in German)
• Bruno (Means "brown" in German)
• Gretel (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "pearl")
• Hansel (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "God is gracious")
• Liesl (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "God is my oath")
• Schnitzel (Inspired by the traditional German dish)
• Wiener (Referring to the Dachshund's nickname "wiener dog")

Cocker Spaniel names

Cocker Spaniels are one of the most recognizable pups in the doggy kingdom, but these are the most popular red dog names for this type of pooch…

• Max (Short for Maximus, meaning "greatest" in Latin)
• Charlie (Means "free man" in German)
• Daisy (Named after the flower)
• Cooper (Derived from the word "copper")
• Ruby 
• Lucy (Derived from the Latin word for "light")
• Milo (Derived from the Germanic name meaning "mild" or "merciful")
• Bella (Means "beautiful" in Italian)
• Rocky 
• Rosie

Vizsla names

As one of the most friendly and intelligent pups, Vizslas also need lots of exercise. That’s why we’ve picked these powerful yet adorable red dog names for your smart pooch…

• Apollo (Named after the Greek god of light and the sun)
• Luna (Means "moon" in Latin)
• Zeus (Named after the king of the gods in Greek mythology)
• Ava (Derived from the Latin word for "bird")
• Stella (Means "star" in Latin)
• Atlas (Named after the Titan in Greek mythology)
• Maya (Means "illusion" in Sanskrit)
• Rex (Means "king" in Latin)
• Nova (Means "new" in Latin)
• Zara (Means "princess" in Arabic)

Red heeler names

Also known as the Australian Cattle Dog, we’ve selected some appropriate red dog names for this energetic fur ball…

• Rusty 
• Bandit
• Chili 
• Scout 
• Blaze 
• Dash 
• Penny
• Roxy 
• Ruby

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Red dog names - tips

Hooray! You’ve finished our list of red dog names. Now, when it comes to naming your furry companion, there are a few tricks that can make a world of difference. If you’ve already settled on a name, great. But if you’re still stuck, check out our tips…

A paw-some tip is to choose a name that ends in a vowel, which tends to be easier for your pooch to grasp. Why? Well, they make you change the tone of your voice, and our canine pals rely on sounds to understand us. These vowel-ended names help them pick out their own moniker from the sea of words we use in our everyday chitchats.

Second, steer clear of red dog names that sound like commands. Take "Bo" and "no"  – they sound alike, which could lead to your pup scratching their adorable head in bewilderment, unsure of whether you're calling their name or giving them a command.

Let's not forget simplicity. While it's tempting to go for a fancy, one-of-a-kind red dog name, you'll want to consider its length and how easy it is for your dog to understand. Imagine trying to call out a tongue-twister name at the park!

If you still have your heart set on it, you could always shorten it or come up with a cute nickname for your fur baby. Remember, simplicity can be the key to a harmonious dog-human relationship. Now, take our tips and list of names for red dogs, and get your creative juices woofing. Good luck!

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