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