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'