German Dog Names

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.

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

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

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

Ober

German for 'upper' or 'above'

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.

Petzi

A diminutive term for a small pet or cute animal.

Philbert

A name of Germanic origin meaning 'very bright' or 'brilliant.'

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

Rik

A variant of the name Richard, meaning 'powerful leader'

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

RüFfel

A playful bark or yapping sound made by a dog

Schatzi

Sweetheart or darling in German

Schmusi

A term of endearment in German, often used for cuddly or affectionate creatures

Schnitzel

A thin slice of meat, usually breaded and fried

Schnuckel

A term of endearment in German meaning 'cute' or 'sweet'

Schnuckie

A term of endearment in German, akin to 'sweetie' or 'darling'

Sepp

A diminutive form of Joseph, meaning 'God will add'.

Sisi

A name often associated with elegance and liveliness.

Sissi

A diminutive form of the name Elisabeth, often associated with Empress Elisabeth of Austria.

Sonne

German for sun

Spatz

German for sparrow

Steffi

A diminutive form of the name Stephanie, meaning 'crowned'

Stein

German for stone or rock

Strudel

A type of layered pastry filled with sweet or savory ingredients

Swenja

Derived from a Germanic name meaning 'sword' or 'battle'

Tillie

Derived from Matilda, meaning 'strength in battle'

Udo

Prosperity, wealth

Ulric

Ruler of all; Wolf ruler

Ursel

Little she-bear

Uschi

A diminutive form of Ursula, meaning 'little bear'.

Valda

Strong and powerful

Valdo

Brave ruler

Vienna

Capital of Austria, known for its artistic and cultural achievements.

Vonn

A variation of the name 'Von', which means 'from' or 'of' in German, indicating nobility

Waldi

A diminutive form of Walter, often associated with being a ruler or army commander.

Waldy

A diminutive form of an old Germanic name meaning ruler or authority.

Walt

Ruler of the army

Waltie

A diminutive form of Walt, possibly meaning 'ruler' or 'powerful'

Wandra

A unique variant of the name Wanda, often associated with wanderlust or traveler

Wardo

Brave or strong

Weiser

One who is wise

Wende

A word meaning to turn or to change direction

Wendelin

Traveler or wanderer

Werra

A river in Germany

Wetzel

A German surname meaning 'little wet one'

Wilda

The name Wilda is derived from the Old Germanic word meaning 'wild' or 'untamed'.

Willma

Resolute protector

Wilma

Resolute protector

Wodan

The chief god in Germanic mythology, associated with war, wisdom, and poetry

Wolfrik

A variation of ‘Wulfric’, meaning wolf power or ruler

Wolke

German for cloud

Woltan

Strong ruler or powerful leader

Woofgang

A playful twist on the name Wolfgang, combining 'woof' for dog sounds.

Wuffi

A playful bark or sound a dog makes

Wummel

A whimsical or playful creature

Wunder

Wonder or miracle in German

Wuschi

A term of endearment in German, often used for pets

Wuschla

A playful sound or expression of joy

Ziggi

A playful name, often associated with joy and energy

Ziggie

Diminutive form of the Germanic name Siegfried, meaning 'victorious peace'.

Ziller

A playful and energetic dog

Zorn

Anger or wrath