English Dog Names

3,647 names in this category, each with its meaning and background. See all language categories.

Chilli

A type of spicy pepper

Chillie

A term for a small pepper or spice, often associated with warmth and comfort

Chip

A small piece broken off from something larger

Chipakee

A playful and cheerful name often associated with joy

Chipper

Lively and cheerful

Chippo

A playful and cuddly companion

Chippy

A nickname for a small, cheerful person

Chipsie

A playful variation on the word 'chip', often associated with snacks or small items

Chipsy

A playful and cheerful nickname often associated with fun and joy

Choc

Short for chocolate, often referring to a sweet and rich flavor.

Chocco

Referring to chocolate or cocoa

Chocolate

A sweet food made from roasted and ground cacao seeds

Chompers

A playful name suggesting someone who bites or nibbles

Chopper

A term used for a motorcycle or a person who cuts or chops.

Chosen

To be selected or picked out

Chowsie

A type of dog breed, often referred to informally as a mixture of Chow Chow and another breed

Chowy

A playful or affectionate term, suggestive of being cuddly or soft.

Chris

A diminutive of Christopher, meaning 'bearer of Christ'

Chriss

Derived from the name Christopher, meaning 'bearer of Christ'.

Chrissy

Derived from Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ'.

Chub

A type of fish known for its plumpness and robustness

Chubbs

A term often used to refer to someone chubby or plump

Chubs

A term of endearment or nickname for someone plump

Chuck

To toss or throw

Chuckles

A term used to describe a quiet or suppressed laugh

Chucky

Derived from the name Charles, meaning 'free man'.

Chum

A close friend or companion

Chumley

A name derived from English origin, meaning 'village on the hill.'

Chummy

Friendly or sociable

Chumpy

A playful and affectionate term, often associated with a lovable, chubby creature

Chunkie

A cute or chubby little creature.

Chuwy

Derived from 'chewy', indicating a texture that's soft and pliable.

Chyler

A variant of the name Kyler, which has roots in both English and Old Gaelic meaning 'a narrow channel' or 'a keeper of the keys'.

Chyna

The name is often associated with beauty and strength.

Cilla

A diminutive form of Priscilla, meaning ancient

Cinder

A small piece of partially burned coal or wood

Cinders

Referring to ashes or remains of something that has burned.

Cindra

A name of uncertain origin, often associated with brightness or light.

Cinn

Derived from the spice cinnamon, symbolizing warmth and sweetness.

Cinnamon

A spice made from the inner bark of trees from the genus Cinnamomum.

Cirby

A playful and affectionate name, which emphasizes a sense of fun and joy

Cissy

A diminutive form of names such as Cecilia or Cicely, often used affectionately.

Clark

A surname of English origin, meaning 'clerk' or 'scholar'

Clarke

Scholar or cleric

Clarkus

A variant of the name Clark, meaning 'clerk' or 'scholar'

Classy

Elegant and stylish.

Clemmie

Derived from the name Clementine, which means 'merciful' or 'gentle'.

Clever

Quick-witted and intelligent

Clifford

Often considered to mean 'cliff shore' or 'ford by a cliff'

Clint

Settlement on a cliff

Clive

Derived from the Old English word for 'cliff' or 'slope'

Cloudberry

A type of fruit known for its golden color and unique flavor, commonly found in the Arctic and subarctic regions

Clove

A spice made from the flower buds of a tree

Clover

A plant often associated with good fortune

Coal

A black rock used as fuel

Cobalt

A chemical element with the symbol Co, known for its blue coloration

Cobb

A cup or small vessel

Cobber

A friend or mate, often used in Australian slang

Coco Puff

A type of light, fluffy confection

Cocoa

A type of powder made from ground roasted cacao seeds, often used in chocolate products

Cocopuff

A sweet, fluffy snack often associated with desserts

Coffee

A beverage made by brewing roasted coffee beans

Cogsworth

A character's name in Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast'.

Coky

A playful variation on the word 'cocoa', often associated with warmth and sweetness.

Cola

A sweet carbonated beverage, often associated with refreshment.

Colby

A type of cheese from England, named after Colby, Wisconsin.

Coldpaw

A name suggesting coldness and a paw, often associated with a mystical or adventurous character

Cole

Victory of the people

Colt

A young horse, typically under four years old

Colten

A variant of the name Colton, which means 'coal town'.

Colter

A surname of English origin that means 'noble' or 'from the coal town'.

Colton

The town of coal or dark town

Comfort

A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint

Commander

A military officer in charge of a unit or a leader.

Commando

A member of a military unit specialized in making surprise attacks.

Conker

A type of nut from the horse chestnut tree

Conni

Derived from the name Constance, meaning steadfast or constant.

Conny

A diminutive form of names like Constance or Cornelius.

Cookie

A small, sweet baked treat

Cooky

A playful or fun-loving person, often associated with cookies.

Coop

A small shelter or enclosure for animals, particularly for birds

Cooper

Barrel maker

Coral

A marine invertebrate that forms reefs

Cordy

Derives from 'cordial', meaning friendly or warm.

Corey

A place name derived from Old Norse, meaning 'hollow' or 'hollowed ground'.

Corkey

A name derived from 'cork', often associated with buoyancy and lightness.

Corky

A playful and carefree personality, often used to describe someone who is full of life.

Cornchip

A snack made from cornmeal that is fried until crispy

Cort

A term used in some languages referring to a court or a form of enclosure

Corwin

Heart's friend

Cosmic

Relating to the universe or cosmos; celestial

Cosy

Comfortable and warm

Cottie

A term of endearment often used for a small pet.

Cotton

A soft, fluffy fiber used in textiles

Courage

Bravery or strength in facing difficulties

Cove

A small inlet or bay

Cowboy

A person who herds and tends cattle, especially in the western United States

Crackerjack

A person or thing of remarkable talent or quality

Cream

The color resembling that of cream; often associated with warmth and comfort

Cream Puff

A sweet, soft pastry filled with cream