English Dog Names
Rockwell
Dweller by the rock spring
Rocky Balboa
Rocky is derived from the Old English word 'rocc', meaning 'rocky' or 'restful'. Balboa is of Spanish origin, referring to 'beautiful viewpoint'.
Roll
To move in a circular or spiral fashion
Romo
A name with unknown origin that often represents playful spirit
Roo
A playful character, often associated with kangaroos
Rookie
A beginner or a newcomer, often used in sports contexts
Roselyn
A modern variant of Rose, symbolizing love and beauty.
Rosie
A diminutive form of the name Rose, symbolizing beauty and love.
Rosie Lee
Derived from the Latin word 'rosa' meaning 'rose', and 'lee' meaning 'meadow'.
Roswell
A place known for a famous UFO incident
Rowena
Famous ruler
Rowlf
A character known for his piano playing and musical talent.
Rozz
A variation of the name Rose, often associated with love and beauty
Rubble
Broken stone, or debris
Rubley
A name that may denote brightness or beauty
Ruck
To pull or drag something
Ruf
A name often associated with the dog bark sound
Ruger
A type of firearm or a brand of guns
Rumer
To take or give a name; rumor or gossip.
Run
To move swiftly on foot
Rusher
One who rushes or hurries
Rushie
A playful and energetic spirit
Rusty
Derived from rust-colored or reddish-brown
Saddy
A name that can express affection and playfulness
Sagan
Named after the famous astrophysicist Carl Sagan, known for his work in popularizing science and astronomy.
Sago
A type of palm and also refers to a starchy food product derived from the pith of the sago palm.
Sail
A piece of fabric used to catch the wind in a sailing vessel.
Salli
A variation of Sally, often viewed as a diminutive of Sarah, meaning princess
Salty
Having a taste or flavor of salt; a slang term for being upset or irritated
Samantha
Listener
Sameria
Meaning of Sameria is not widely known, but it can be associated with 'prosperity' or 'wealth'.
Sammie
A diminutive form of Samuel or Samantha, meaning 'God has heard'.
Sammy
A diminutive form of Samuel or Samantha, commonly used as a nickname.
Sand
A loose granular substance, typically pale yellowish brown, resulting from the erosion of rocks
Sandi
Defender of man
Sandy
Derived from 'sand', often associated with sandy beaches.
Sandy Paws
Refers to a dog that plays in the sand or has sandy-colored fur
Sanford
From the sandy ford
Sanny
Often considered a diminutive form of 'Samantha' or 'Santiago', can also mean 'gift' or 'blessing'.
Sansa
A character from the series 'Game of Thrones', representing resilience and growth.
Santa Paws
The jolly gift-giver's pet
Saxon
Derived from the ancient Germanic tribe known for their warrior culture
Scalawag
A scamp or rascal
Scamperdoo
A playful and sprightly dog
Scampers
To run or move quickly and playfully
Scarlette
Derived from the color and often associated with a bright red shade.
Scoobydoo
A fictional Great Dane dog known for his clumsiness and love for snacks
Scot
A person from Scotland; often associated with Scottish heritage.
Scott
From the land of the Scots
Scout
To explore or investigate
Scouty
One who explores or investigates
Scruffy
Having untidy or unkempt appearance
Sea
A large body of saltwater that covers most of the earth's surface
Seb
Short form of Sebastian, meaning 'venerable' or 'revered'.
Sedy
A name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'.
Seely
Derived from the word 'silly' or 'happy'
Sennie
Derived from the name Senna, which refers to a flowering plant known for its bright yellow flowers.
Sesame
A flowering plant in the genus Sesamum, known for its edible seeds
Shadow
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
Shaggy
Having long, tangled hair or fur
Shaggydog
A type of dog characterized by its long, shaggy fur.
Shally
A diminutive form of the name 'Shalyn', often associated with peacefulness.
Shampus
A playful and succulent snack in dog culture
Shaw
A small grove or thicket
Shelbie
A variation of Shelby, meaning 'willow' or 'from the ledge estate'
Shelley
Clearing on a bank
Shep
A diminutive of 'shepherd', relating to a dog breed known for herding sheep.
Shera
A name derived from the word 'she' and often associated with strong female characters.
Sherlock
Derived from 'shire' and 'lock', meaning 'a meadow by the stream'.
Sherlock Bones
A combination of Sherlock, which refers to the famous detective Sherlock Holmes, and Bones, which suggests a connection to dogs and their playful nature.
Sherrie
A diminutive form of the name Sher, meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'.
Shimmer
To shine with a flickering or wavering light
Shining
Emit light or glow
Shrimpy
Small or little, often relating to shrimp
Shuga
Believed to be derived from the word for sugar, symbolizing sweetness.
Sidney
Wide Island
Sidy
Derived from multiple cultures, often considered a diminutive form of names like Sidney, associated with prosperity.
Silly
Playful or humorous
Silly Lilly
Playful and lively
Silverbelle
A name that evokes elegance and beauty, often associated with silver tones and grace
Simari
A unique name possibly derived from various cultural influences
Simy
A diminutive form of the name Simon or a playful version of the term for 'silly'
Sinley
A unique blend of 'Sin' meaning without and 'ley' suggesting meadow, implying a peaceful existence.
Sinny
A name often associated with brightness and cheerfulness.
Sir Barksalot
A humorous title suggesting someone who barks a lot
Sissie
A diminutive form of the name 'Cecilia', which means 'blind'.
Sizzle
To make a hissing or bubbling sound when cooking
Ska
A genre of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s.
Skay
A variant of 'sky', often associated with freedom and openness
Skipper
The person in charge of a ship or boat
Skotty
A diminutive of Scott, which means 'from Scotland'.
Skye
Refers to the sky or heaven
Slater
One who slates or covers with slates
Slink
To move smoothly and quietly, often in a stealthy manner
Slinky
A toy that can move and ‘walk’ down stairs
Sloopie
A playful nickname or term of endearment
Sluggo
A playful and affectionate term often associated with being laid-back or relaxed
Smalls
A term used to describe something that is small in size.
Smile
An expression of happiness or pleasure
Smiles
A term indicating happiness or joy