German Dog Names
Henry
Ruler of the home
Herzchen
Little heart
Heydi
Derived from the name Heidi, meaning noble or kind.
Heyko
Derived from a Germanic name meaning 'home ruler'.
Hilda
Battle woman
Hilde
Battle maid
Hildie
Noble warrior
Hilla
A name often associated with a sense of purity and innocence.
Hubert
Bright heart
Hugh
Heart, mind, spirit
Ida
Work or labor
Ilse
Noble or consecrated
Ina
Pure or Holy
Ingo
Derived from Germanic origins, meaning 'protected by Ing', which is a god in Germanic mythology.
Irmina
Derived from a Germanic word meaning 'universal' or 'whole'.
Irmy
A variant of the name Irma, which means 'universal' or 'whole'.
Ivo
Yew tree
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
Josch
A diminutive form of the name Joshua, which means 'God is salvation'.
Joschi
A diminutive form of 'Joseph', often associated with joy and happiness.
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
Kaethe
A variation of the name Catherine, which means pure
Kaizer
Emperor or ruler
Kann
The German word for 'can' or 'be able to'
Karl
Free man
Karla
Free woman
Karle
Free man
Karli
A variant of the name Karl, meaning 'free man' or 'strong'.
Karlie
Free man
Kasch
A name derived from various cultures with meanings associated with strength and protection
Katrin
Pure
Kepler
Heavenly Traveler
Kiefer
Barrel maker or cooper
Kiel
A strong and reliable place, often associated with harbor or port.
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.
Kramer
One who makes barrels
Krischi
A playful and lively name often associated with happiness.
KrüMel
German for 'crumb' or 'little crumb'
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
Liebe
Love
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
Ludwig
Famous warrior or brave people
Maud
Mighty in battle
Maudie
Brave warrior
Mausi
Cute or little mouse in German
Mecki
A common nickname for a cat or playful pet in some cultures
Meike
A German name derived from 'Margarete,' meaning 'pearl'.
Milo
A name derived from multiple origins, including 'merciful' in Latin and 'soldier' in German.
Mitze
A playful and affectionate term for a pet
Mitzi
A diminutive form of 'Maria', often associated with a playful and mischievous character
Morgen
The name means 'morning' or 'daybreak' in German and Dutch.
Mozart
A famous composer known for his influence on classical music.
Mucki
A term of endearment or affectionate nickname
Mylo
A variant of the name Milo, which means 'merciful' or 'soldier'.
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.
Nixi
A variant of the name Nixie, which refers to a water spirit or goddess in Germanic mythology.
Nixie
Water sprite or fairy
Norbe
A diminutive form of Norbert, which means 'bright north'.
Norbert
Bright north
Norbie
A diminutive form of names like Norbert, often associated with brightness or honor
Ober
German for 'upper' or 'above'
Odila
Wealthy or prosperous
Orvin
A form of the name Orvin meaning 'friend of the army' or 'spear friend'.
Osmar
Divine warrior
Otis
Wealthy
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.
Otty
A playful and friendly personality
Petzi
A diminutive term for a small pet or cute animal.
Philbert
A name of Germanic origin meaning 'very bright' or 'brilliant.'
Poldi
A diminutive form of the name Leopold, often associated with bravery.
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
Radscha
A name derived from the German word for 'king', suggesting a noble character
Rainer
A name derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'wise army'
Rhupert
Bright fame
Rieke
A beloved name of German origin meaning 'rich' or 'peaceful'
Rik
A variant of the name Richard, meaning 'powerful leader'
Rike
A variant of the name 'Rico', which means brave ruler
Roger
Famous spear
Rolfie
A diminutive form of the name Rolf, which means 'famous wolf'
Rolfy
A variant of the name Rolf, meaning 'famous wolf'
Rudi
Brave counsel
Rupert
Famous bright one
RüFfel
A playful bark or yapping sound made by a dog
Schatz
German for treasure
Schatzi
Sweetheart or darling in German