Tan Dog Names

Kasso

A variant of the word 'casso', meaning 'case' in Italian

Kodiak

Named after Kodiak Island, home to a large population of Kodiak bears.

Kricket

A playful and lively insect, akin to cricket.

Liana

A type of climbing plant

Lilibet

A variant of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'.

Lossie

A diminutive form of 'Louise' or 'Lassie', often associated with young girls or small female dogs.

Lovell

Little wolf

Maggie

A diminutive form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'

Mahpee

A Lakota word meaning 'deer'

Mariana

A name of Latin origin meaning 'grace', 'beloved', or 'sea of bitterness'

Marita

Derived from the Latin name 'Maria', often associated with the sea

Marlie

Derived from the name Marla, which means 'from the meadow' or 'fern hill'

Maui

A demigod in Hawaiian mythology associated with strength and mischief

Minette

A term of endearment in French, often associated with a kitten.

Miu

A playful sound often made by cats, resembling a meow

Molina

Derived from Italian, meaning 'mill' or 'grinding'

Mona

Noble one

Moo

A sound made by cows

Mosi

Swahili for 'firstborn'

Mugsy

A playful nickname often associated with a small dog

Munchie

A small amount of food or snack

Myrna

A name of Celtic origin meaning 'ocean' or 'sea'

Nacho Nibbler

A playful name suggesting a love for snacks.

Nella

Shining light or brightness

Nettie

A diminutive form of the name Annette, which is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning 'grace'.

Nibbles

To eat or bite in small pieces

Norr

A reference to the North, often associated with strength and resilience

Nubby

Shortened form derived from 'nob' meaning a small, rounded part or an affectionate term.

Onari

Spirits of the rice fields in Japanese mythology

Onita

Little ghost

Ono

Japanese word for sound

Orel

Eagle

Otti

A nickname derived from the name Otto, which means wealth or fortune.

Ozeta

A name derived from a geographic feature or a diminutive of 'oz', suggesting smallness or endearment

Pako

A variation of the name 'Francisco', meaning 'free man'

Palermo

City in Italy known for its rich cultural heritage

Panki

A playful and energetic name, often associated with fun and joy.

Papillon

Butterfly in French

Patches

A name that suggests a patchwork or a mix of colors

Peanut

A type of legume often used as a snack.

Peanut Wigglebutt

A small nut that is a common snack, often associated with playfulness and joy

Pecos

A river in Texas, symbolizing strength and resilience.

Peggy

A diminutive form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'

Pela

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

Peli

A term used in various languages including Basque, which means 'wing'.

Pepper

A spice used for seasoning, derived from the berries of the pepper plant.

Pip

A small seed or a point

Pnut

A playful and affectionate nickname, often derived from 'peanut'.

Pochi

Little one

Poky

A term often used to describe something that is slow or inactive.

Pretty

Attractive or pleasing to look at

Puchi

A term of endearment in Italian, often used for small or cute things

Pugsworth

A playful and affectionate breed

Pupi

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

PüPpy

A playful term for a young dog

Quanah

The fragrant one

Queen Pawsome

A regal and distinguished canine

Querro

It means 'I want' or 'I desire' in Italian.

Quissie

Derived from the word 'quiss', which means a small vessel or container

Ramone

A variant of Raymond, meaning counsel or wise protector.

Rango

A name meaning 'a place of living' or 'one who is strong'

Reeces

A name often associated with a popular brand of chocolate.

Rhodes

Derived from a Greek island, often associated with the sun and beauty.

Riko

A variation of the name 'Rika', which means 'child of the ruler' in Japanese.

Rin Tin Tin

A famous fictional dog character and film star.

Rocco

Rest

Rocket

A fast-moving object or a device propelled by rocket engines

Roger

Famous spear

Sadie Mae

Princess

Sago

A type of palm and also refers to a starchy food product derived from the pith of the sago palm.

Savannah

A grassy plain in tropical and subtropical regions, with few trees

Scalawag

A scamp or rascal

Scamperdoo

A playful and sprightly dog

Scruffy

Having untidy or unkempt appearance

Shampus

A playful and succulent snack in dog culture

Sheba

Meaning 'promise' or 'oath' in Hebrew

Sherlock

Derived from 'shire' and 'lock', meaning 'a meadow by the stream'.

Shira

White, brightness, or dawn in Hebrew.

Shotzie

A playful and affectionate term often used for pets

Simba

Lion

Sintra

A coastal town in Portugal known for its romantic 19th-century architecture

Sirocco

A warm, dry wind coming from North Africa, often associated with hot desert air.

Skotty

A diminutive of Scott, which means 'from Scotland'.

Snickers

A brand of chocolate bar

Snuffie

A playful and affectionate term for a small dog

Soto

A type of savory stew or soup in Japanese cuisine

Spartacus

The name of a Thracian gladiator who led a major slave revolt against the Roman Republic.

Spunky

Full of spirit or courage

Staci

Derived from the name Eustace, meaning 'fruitful' or 'productive.'

Strongheart

A name symbolizing courage and resilience.

Strummer

One who plays a guitar or strums strings

Stumpy

Referring to a small and stocky build

Talita

Little girl

Tamryn

A variant of the name Tamar, meaning date palm or palm tree.

Tanner

Leather maker

Teady

A variant of 'teddy', generally associated with a teddy bear

Ted

A short form of the name Theodore, meaning 'gift of God'

Teton

A mountain range in the United States, known for its rugged beauty and outdoor activities

Torrin

From the hills

Toughie

A person or thing that is tough or strong