German Dog Names
Adel
Noble or nobility
Adler
Eagle
Alline
Noble or kind
Ameli
Derived from the Germanic word meaning 'work' or 'industrious'.
Aric
Noble ruler
Arnie
Eagle power
Babsi
A diminutive form of Barbara, often considered playful and affectionate.
Bambi
Young deer
Barnie
A variant of the name Bernard, meaning 'brave as a bear'.
Barrett
Spear strength
Baum
German for tree
Beethoven
Derived from the name of the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven, symbolizing creativity and brilliance
Bernie
Diminutive form of Bernard, meaning 'brave as a bear'.
Berno
A diminutive form of Bernard
Blitz
A sudden or rapid attack
Bodo
A name of German origin meaning 'messenger' or 'herald'
Brandt
Derived from a surname meaning 'sword' or 'firebrand'
Brauna
Brunette; brown-haired
BäRi
Bear
Carl
Free man
Dalbert
Noble and bright
Derek
Ruler or leader
Edel
Noble or precious in German.
Ella
Beautiful fairy maiden
Elma
A name of German origin meaning 'noble' or 'pleasant' alias
Filbert
A type of hazelnut
Franz
Free man
Fritz
Peaceful ruler
Gandolph
A variant of the Germanic name 'Gandalf', meaning 'elf' or 'wand' and 'help'.
Gerard
Brave with a spear
Gerry
A diminutive form of Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler'.
Gerwin
Spear friend
Gesa
A name of Germanic origin meaning 'pledge' or 'oath'.
Gisell
Pledge or hostages
Gitzi
A playful and lively character
Greta
A pearl
Grete
A form of the name Margaret, meaning 'pearl'.
Gretel
A character in a German fairy tale who is known for her cleverness
Gretl
Little Greta or little pearl
Gundo
Brave or strong
GäRy
A name derived from the Germanic element 'gār' meaning spear or powerful
GüNter
Derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'warrior' and 'army'.
Hasso
A name often associated with a strong and loyal dog, derived from Germanic roots.
Heido
A variation of the name 'Heidi', which means 'noble one' or 'of noble birth' in German.
Heidschi
A playful and affectionate term often associated with cozy warmth
Helmo
A diminutive form of names like Helmut, meaning 'helmet' or 'protector'.
Henrey
Ruler of the household
Heydi
Derived from the name Heidi, meaning noble or kind.
Heyko
Derived from a Germanic name meaning 'home ruler'.
Ilse
Noble or consecrated
Ina
Pure or Holy
Irmy
A variant of the name Irma, which means 'universal' or 'whole'.
Izolde
The name Izolde is often associated with the meaning 'ice ruler' or 'beautiful,' derived from the Old German name Isolde.
Jens
A variant of the name 'John', meaning 'God is gracious'
Jockel
A diminutive form of 'Joch' meaning 'yoke', indicating a strong bond.
Johann
God is gracious
Joschka
The name Joschka is often associated with the German name Joschua, which means ‘God is salvation’.
Jupp
A cheerful or jovial person, often associated with joy
Kaizer
Emperor or ruler
Karla
Free woman
Karlie
Free man
Kepler
Heavenly Traveler
Klaus
Victory of the people
Klee
A surname of German origin, associated with the artist Paul Klee or a reference to 'clover' in some contexts.
Kuno
Brave one
Kurt
A variant of the name 'Curtis', meaning polite or courteous
Kuschie
Derived from affectionate terms in various cultures, often indicating a soft or cuddly nature
Leisel
Meaningful joy or happiness
Lenny
Brave as a lion
Leonard
Brave lion
Lorelai
A name of Germanic origin, associated with a famous rock near the Rhine River in Germany, connected to legends of a siren who lured sailors
Louisa
Famous warrior
Mausi
Cute or little mouse in German
Meike
A German name derived from 'Margarete,' meaning 'pearl'.
Milo
A name derived from multiple origins, including 'merciful' in Latin and 'soldier' in German.
Morgen
The name means 'morning' or 'daybreak' in German and Dutch.
Mozart
A famous composer known for his influence on classical music.
Nilda
The name derived from the Old German word meaning 'battle maid' or 'warrior woman'.
Nitzi
A name of uncertain origin, often interpreted as a playful and affectionate term.
Nixie
Water sprite or fairy
Norbert
Bright north
Norbie
A diminutive form of names like Norbert, often associated with brightness or honor
Orvin
A form of the name Orvin meaning 'friend of the army' or 'spear friend'.
Osmar
Divine warrior
Otti
A nickname derived from the name Otto, which means wealth or fortune.
Ottis
A variation of the name Otto, which means prosperous or wealthy.
Prinz
German for prince
Puppe
Diminutive of 'puppy' in several languages, often implying cuteness or affection.
Purzel
A playful and affectionate term often associated with small furry creatures
Rhupert
Bright fame
Rike
A variant of the name 'Rico', which means brave ruler
Roger
Famous spear
Rolfy
A variant of the name Rolf, meaning 'famous wolf'
Rudi
Brave counsel
Rupert
Famous bright one
Schmusi
A term of endearment in German, often used for cuddly or affectionate creatures
Schnuckie
A term of endearment in German, akin to 'sweetie' or 'darling'
Sonne
German for sun
Strudel
A type of layered pastry filled with sweet or savory ingredients
Tillie
Derived from Matilda, meaning 'strength in battle'