Maltese Dog Names

Miss Priss

A term meaning a prim or prissy person, often used in a playful manner.

Missi

A name often used as a diminutive for names like 'Melissa' or 'Misty', conveying affection.

Missy

A diminutive form of 'Miss', often used affectionately

Mitsie

A diminutive form of the name 'Mitsuko', which means 'light' or 'radiance' in Japanese.

Mitsy

A diminutive form of the name 'Mitsuko', which means 'child of light' in Japanese.

Miu

A playful sound often made by cats, resembling a meow

Momoko

Peach child

Monroe

From the mouth of the river.

Monti

Mountain

Moppy

A playful and lively dog

Mora

The name refers to the mulberry fruit in several languages.

Mori

Japanese for forest

Moriah

A place of worship or a region in the biblical context

Muffie

A cute or affectionate name for a young girl, often associated with sweetness

Mylah

A variation of the name 'Mila', which means 'gracious' or 'dear'.

Nahinni

The name Nahinni is thought to mean 'the one who brings good luck' in a Native American context.

Nano

Derived from the Greek word 'nanos', meaning dwarf or small.

Nanto

The name Nanto is often associated with the concept of a south wind or a peaceful breeze.

Napper

One who naps or sleeps

Natsuki

Summer hope

Nela

Bright, shining light

Nella

Shining light or brightness

Nerla

A name of Italian origin, meaning 'sister'.

Neve

Snow

Nia

Bright, radiance

Nibbles

To eat or bite in small pieces

Nicki

A diminutive form of the name Nicole or Nicholas

Nico

Victory of the people

Niena

The meaning is often associated with the concept of 'a little girl' or 'young lady' in Italian.

Nimbus

A type of cloud that denotes rain

Ninon

A name of French origin that is often associated with grace or beauty

Niola

A name of Italian origin meaning 'the champion'.

Nito

A name derived from various cultures, often meaning 'little' or 'small'

Nitzi

A name of uncertain origin, often interpreted as a playful and affectionate term.

Nizhoni

Beautiful

Nocciolina

Italian for 'little nut'

Noely

Derived from the Latin name 'Noel', meaning 'Christmas'.

Nolly

A diminutive form of the name 'Nolan', meaning 'noble' or 'famous'.

Noodle

A type of food, usually made from wheat flour, common in many cuisines.

Nurmie

A term of endearment, often used in a friendly or affectionate manner

Odelia

Wealthy or prosperous

Ondi

A diminutive form derived from the Italian word for water

Onita

Little ghost

Onna

Japanese for woman

Ono

Japanese word for sound

Ornela

The name Ornela is derived from the Italian word meaning 'little flower'.

Orya

A name often associated with light or brightness

Osita

Little bear in Spanish

Ovi

A name of Indian origin meaning 'little lamb' or 'young sheep'

Ozzy Pawsbourne

Shorthand for Oswald, meaning 'divine power'

Paccia

A term of endearment in Italian, often used for a cute or beloved pet

Palermo

City in Italy known for its rich cultural heritage

Pammy

A diminutive form of Pam, often associated with sweetness and affection

Panna

A type of sweet dessert in Italian cuisine

Paola

Small

Papillon

Butterfly in French

Pattie

A diminutive form of the name Patricia

Pearl

A precious jewel produced within the soft tissue of a living shelled mollusk.

Pedina

Italian for pawn (in chess)

Peggy

A diminutive form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'

Pela

Derived from the Italian word meaning 'cup' or 'bowl'.

Peri

A type of fairy or spirit in Persian mythology

Perle

French for pearl

Petzi

A diminutive term for a small pet or cute animal.

Piccola

Italian for small or little

Pikko

A term that can refer to small or cute items in various languages.

Pimo

It is often associated with a playful or whimsical character.

Pixi

A small, mischievous creature from folklore

Pixie

A small, mischievous creature from folklore

Ponni

Ponni is a name of Tamil origin often associated with purity and affection.

Poppins

A whimsical character in literature and film

Porlo

A name that may refer to a playful or small entity

Posie

A term of endearment for a flower, particularly a small bouquet.

Possie

A term of endearment or a cute nickname

Poufy

A soft and fluffy appearance

Preciosa

Precious or valuable

Pretty

Attractive or pleasing to look at

Princesa

Princess in Spanish and Portuguese

Princess Pawsalot

A title of nobility, combined with a playful reference to paws.

Principessa

Princess in Italian

Prinz

German for prince

Puff

A soft cloud-like shape or substance

Pupi

Derived from the Italian word for 'puppy' or 'little doll'

Puppuccino

A play on words combining puppy and cappuccino, suggesting warmth and coziness

Pupsicle

A playful portmanteau of 'pup' and 'popsicle', suggesting a cute and refreshing vibe.

Qleo

The meaning is not clearly defined but may suggest something unique or creative.

Queen Elizabark

A playful and royal name inspired by Queen Elizabeth

Queenie

A diminutive form of queen, often used to denote royalty or elegance.

Queenly

Characteristic of or befitting a queen

Quillina

A diminutive form of the name Quilla, related to the Latin word for feather.

Quirli

Playful and lively

Quuna

The name Quuna means queen and reflects a regal demeanor.

Rakita

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'bright, clear'

Ranno

A diminutive form often used in Italian, suggesting smallness or endearment

Raylee

A variant of the name Ray, meaning 'counsel' or 'wise protector'

Reesie

A diminutive form of the name Teresa, often associated with the meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap'.

Rin

Wave, sound, or laughing

Rinty

A beloved pet in need of love and care.

Ritz

A term for a luxurious or high-class experience, derived from the Ritz hotels

Roan

A horse coat color pattern, typically a mix of white and colored hairs