English Dog Names
3,647 names in this category, each with its meaning and background. See all language categories.
Hippi
A name inspired by the counterculture movement of the 1960s, emphasizing peace and love
Hippie
A person who advocates a peaceful lifestyle and embraces nonconformity.
Hippy
A person who is part of a countercultural movement that started in the 1960s, known for its values of peace and love.
Hitch
To connect or attach
Hobbes
Named after the character Hobbes from the comic strip 'Calvin and Hobbes' created by Bill Watterson.
Hobbit
A fictional race of small, human-like creatures from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth
Hobbs
A name of English origin, often associated with a playful and mischievous character
Hobie
A lively and adventurous person
Hoby
A playful and friendly companion
Hodge
A humorous and whimsical term referring to a person or thing in an affectionate way
Hodor
A word used for door.
Hoggy
A playful nickname or term of endearment, often associated with pigs or hogs
Hollie
A variation of Holly, representing the holly plant which symbolizes protection and defense
Hollija
A name that suggests a playful and cheerful personality
Hollis
Dweller at the hollow
Holly
A type of evergreen shrub or tree, often associated with Christmas
Hollyna
Derived from 'Holly', a plant associated with Christmas and symbolizing fertility and domestic happiness.
Holmes
Son of the holy
Holt
A small grove or woodland
Homey
A cozy and welcoming environment
Homie
A close friend or companion
Honeybear
A term of endearment, often referring to someone sweet and cuddly.
Honeybun
A term of endearment, resembling a sweet, rich dessert
Honeymaren
A name that combines sweetness and lightness
Honny
A term of endearment, often used to refer to a sweet or affectionate person
Honor
A concept of integrity and respect; often associated with virtue.
Honsy
A playful and affectionate term for a small creature
Hooch
Slang for illicit alcohol
Hoody
A garment typically worn on the upper body with a hood
Hooper
One who makes hoops or a basketball term referring to the goal
Hoops
A circular band or frame, typically used in basketball
Hootie
A playful term associated with the sound owls make
Hop
To jump or leap
Hopalong
A person who walks with a hobble; often used to describe a cheerful and lively personality.
Hopper
To jump or leap
Hoppy
Playful and energetic
Horton
A large tree; the place where the people live
Hossy
A playful or affectionate term, often associated with warmth
Hotie
A term of endearment for someone perceived as attractive or charming.
Hotsy
An affectionate nickname often associated with warmth or cuteness.
Houndini
A playful combination of 'hound' and the escape artist 'Houdini', suggesting a clever or mischievous dog
Houndour
A combination of 'hound' and 'sour', referencing a dark and mysterious dog.
Houston
Derived from the Old English term meaning 'Hugh's town'
Howard
Brave heart or high guardian
Howdy
A friendly greeting
Howie
Ruler of the home
Howly
A playful or lively nature, often associated with howling noises
Howy
Small dog or puppy
Huckleberry
A sweet, dark blue or purple berry
Huckleberry Hound
Derived from the huckleberry fruit, often associated with adventure and exploration
Hucky
A playful and energetic companion
Hudson
Son of Hugh; a river in New York.
Hug
A gesture of affection
Hugger
One who hugs or embraces
Huggie
A term of endearment or affection
Huggins
A form of endearment related to hugs.
Huggles
A name associated with warmth and affection
Huggy
A term of endearment suggesting cuddling or warmth
Hughie
Brilliant in mind and spirit
Hulk
A strong or muscular person
Humphry
A variant of the name Humphrey, meaning 'peaceful warrior' or 'protector of peace'
Hunk
A strong or attractive man.
Hunnie
A term of endearment similar to 'honey'
Hunt
To pursue or chase game or prey
Hunter
One who hunts
Huntley
Derived from Old English meaning 'from the hollow' or 'meadow with a river'
Huppy
A cheerful and happy state or feeling
Hupsy
A playful and cheerful term, often associated with a lively spirit.
Hurby
A cheerful and lively character
Hush Puppy
A term used to describe a type of fried cornmeal cake, originally from the Southern United States.
Husk
The outer shell or covering of certain fruits or seeds
Hutchy
A term of endearment or a nickname for someone small or cute
Hutty
A colloquial term often used to refer to a small companion or pet
Ibby
A diminutive form of a name, often used affectionately.
Ice
Frozen water
Icestella
Star of ice
Icey
Related to ice or coldness
Icie
A diminutive or affectionate form related to ice or icy conditions.
Icy
Referring to something frozen or cold
Idita
A name derived from the Iditarod, a famous sled dog race in Alaska.
Idlewild
A state of being calm and relaxed; also the name of a popular park in Scotland.
Iggy
A diminutive form of the name Ignatius, representing fiery or burning.
Ignite
To set on fire or cause to burn
Illie
A diminutive form of names like William or other names, denoting tenderness or affection.
Illy
A common name derived from the word 'lily', symbolizing purity and innocence
Iloya
A unique and melodic name that expresses joy
Immie
A diminutive form of names like Imogen or Imelda
Immy
A diminutive form of names such as Imogen
Imogen
Maiden
Imperial
Related to an empire or emperor
Impy
A small mischievous creature or sprite
Inda
A diminutive form of names such as Indiana, often associated with femininity.
Indiana
Derived from the name of the state in the USA, which means 'land of Indians'
Indiana Bones
'Indiana' refers to a state in the USA, meaning 'Land of the Indians', and 'Bones' refers to skeletal structure.
Injoy
To take pleasure in something
Inky
Referring to the dark color of ink.
Invincible
Unable to be defeated or overcome
Ippsie
A playful and energetic dog name, suggesting spunk and liveliness.
Ippy
A playful and friendly nickname
Irisa
A variant of the word 'iris', referring to the flower or the part of the eye.