English Dog Names
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
Hossy
A playful or affectionate term, often associated with warmth
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
Howly
A playful or lively nature, often associated with howling noises
Huckleberry
A sweet, dark blue or purple berry
Hudson
Son of Hugh; a river in New York.
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
Humphry
A variant of the name Humphrey, meaning 'peaceful warrior' or 'protector of peace'
Hunt
To pursue or chase game or prey
Hunter
One who hunts
Huppy
A cheerful and happy state or feeling
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
Icestella
Star of ice
Icey
Related to ice or coldness
Iggy
A diminutive form of the name Ignatius, representing fiery or burning.
Ignite
To set on fire or cause to burn
Immie
A diminutive form of names like Imogen or Imelda
Imogen
Maiden
Imperial
Related to an empire or emperor
Impy
A small mischievous creature or sprite
Injoy
To take pleasure in something
Islay
An island in Scotland
Itsy
A diminutive form often used for small or cute things
Ivey
A form of ivy, symbolizing fidelity and growth
Izz
A playful and fun name often used as a nickname
Jace
A form of the name Jason, which means 'to heal'
Jack
God is gracious
Jaelyn
A combination of names like Jade and Lynn
Jagger
A name of English origin that refers to a person who is a smooth talker or a professional thief.
Jam
A fruit preserve made by boiling fruit and sugar.
Jamie
Derived from the name James, meaning 'supplanter'.
Jane
God is gracious
Janeway
A surname meaning 'a way or path that leads to a place'.
Jangle
To make a ringing sound, like that of metal
Jaski
A playful and cheerful dog name.
Jaster
To be just; fairness.
Jax
A modern, trendy name often associated with being rebellious or free-spirited.
Jaytee
A playful name often associated with a jovial and cheerful personality
Jazy
A variant of 'jazzy', meaning lively or bright
Jazza
A term that evokes rhythm and lively energy, often associated with jazz music.
Jazzie
A playful variant of jazz, symbolizing liveliness and fun.
Jeannie
God is gracious
Jelly
A sweet, gelatinous substance made from fruit or sugar.
Jelly Bean
A small, colorful candy with a jelly-like center
Jellybean
A small, bean-shaped candy that is chewy and often flavored
Jenessa
A variant of the name Jane, which means 'God is gracious'.
Jennette
Little Jennie; based on the English diminutive of Jennifer
Jenni
A variant of Jennifer, meaning 'fair one' or 'white phantom'
Jennie
Derived from the name Jennifer, which means 'white phantom' or 'fair one'.
Jenny
Diminutive of Jennifer, meaning 'fair and yielding'.
Jesky
Derived from a playful, energetic character
Jet
A type of lignite, a precursor to coal, often used in jewelry.
Jett
A modern name often associated with speed and jet travel.
Jetty
A structure built on the bank of a river or harbor to protect against waves or currents
Jewel
A precious stone, typically a cut and polished one
Jiggly
Characterized by being full of movement or bouncing
Jiggy
Playful and lively
Jill
A form of the name 'Gillian', which means 'youthful' or 'downy' in Latin.
Jilli
A diminutive form of the name Jill, often associated with youthful playfulness.
Jillie
A variant of the name Jill, often associated with youthful charm and playful nature
Jim
A diminutive form of the name James, often associated with someone who is a supplanter.
Jimmie
A diminutive form of James, meaning 'supplanter'
Jimmy
A diminutive form of James meaning 'supplanter'.
Joey
A young kangaroo or a term of endearment.
Johnny
A diminutive form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Jojo
A playful and cheerful nickname or term of endearment.
Jolene
A name thought to mean 'pretty girl' or 'to be a little pretty'.
Jollie
A cheerful and happy disposition
Jonesy
A diminutive form of the surname Jones
Joni
A feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'
Jools
A diminutive form or variant of the name 'Julian', often used affectionately
Journey
A traveling from one place to another, often for exploration or discovery
Joxer
Derived from the name of a character known for being a comedic sidekick.
Jozzie
A form of the name Josie, often associated with joy or happiness
Jubela
Derived from the word 'jubilation', suggesting joy and celebration.
Julep
A sweet mint-flavored cocktail
Jump
To leap or spring into the air
Juneau
The capital city of Alaska, meaning "place of the glacier".
Junie
A diminutive form of June, often associated with youth and brightness
Jyn
A name that can be interpreted as a variation of 'Jane' or 'Gine' which means 'God is gracious'.
Kacee
Pure, clever
Kamill
Derived from the name of a flower, often associated with tranquility and healing
Kandie
A sweet treat often given to children
Kandy
A sweet treat or confection.
Karly
A feminine form of Charles, meaning 'free man'.
Karrol
A variation of Carol, meaning 'song of joy'.
Karry
A diminutive form of the name Caroline, meaning 'free man' or 'song of happiness'
Kassy
A diminutive form of the name Katherine, often associated with purity.
Katie
Pure
Katty
Derived from the name Katherine, which means pure.