Italian Dog Names

Domonika

A variant of the name Domenica, meaning 'belonging to the Lord'.

Donatello

Gifted

Dondi

A term of endearment in Italian

Doria

A name that often signifies 'gift' or 'from the sea' in several interpretations.

Drago

Dragon

Drea

Derived from the Italian word for 'dream'

Durina

Derived from Italian, meaning 'little door' or 'little entrance'.

Duro

Sturdy, strong in Italian

Emilio

To strive or to excel

Enzo

Ruler of the household

Ernesto

A form of Ernest, meaning 'serious' or 'determined'

Espresso

A strong coffee brewed by forcing boiling water under pressure through ground coffee beans

Fendi

A luxury fashion brand known for its leather goods, shoes, and ready-to-wear clothing.

Figaro

A character from Italian opera known for being a barber and clever schemer

Filippa

Italian form of Philip, meaning lover of horses

Fiore

Italian word for flower

Fiorella

Little flower

Firenze

The capital city of Tuscany, known for its art and architecture.

Fiyero

A character from the musical 'Wicked', known for his charm and charisma

Flavio

An Italian name that means 'yellow' or 'blonde'

Florence

Flourishing or prosperous

Foschia

A breeze or gust of wind in Italian, often associated with freshness and vitality.

Frances

From the French name meaning 'free one'

Franco

Free man

Fredo

Italian diminutive of Alfredo, meaning 'elf counsel'

Fresco

A method of mural painting on freshly laid wet plaster

Furia

Italian for fury or rage

Gabina

Little one or girl

Galilea

The name refers to a region in Israel, known for its beauty and historical significance.

Galileo

Named after the famous Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, who made significant contributions to science and astronomy

Gallo

Italian for rooster

Gavina

A form of the name 'Gavin', which means 'white hawk' or 'battle hawk'.

Gela

A name of Italian origin meaning 'gelato' or 'ice cream.'

Gemma

Italian for 'gem' or 'precious stone'

Geno

A name derived from the Latin word 'genus', meaning 'kind' or 'type'.

Gessy

A playful and cheerful spirit

Giada

Jade

Giana

Italian form of Jane, meaning 'God is gracious'

Gianni

Italian diminutive of Giovanni, meaning 'God is gracious'

Giddi

A playful and energetic term that conveys joy

Gina

Short form of names like Georgina or Virginia

Gino

Short form of names like Giovanni, meaning God's gracious gift

Gio

Italian diminutive of Giovanni, meaning 'God is gracious'

Gioele

Italian form of the name Joel

Giorno

Italian for 'day'

Gironimo

The Italian version of the name Geronimo, meaning 'sacred name'.

Gismo

A playful and adventurous companion.

Giulia

A feminine form of the name Julius, often associated with youthful or downy.

Golfo

A term that can refer to a gulf or bay

Gozo

Joy or happiness

Gredo

A name often linked to strength and determination

Grismo

A color name in Italian meaning 'gray'

Guzzo

Italian diminutive form of 'guzzler', meaning someone who eats or drinks a lot

Hanno

Meaning 'brave' or 'daring' in some contexts.

Harlekin

A character in Italian commedia dell'arte usually portrayed as a clever servant

Henzo

A variant of the name Enzo, which means 'ruler of the estate' or 'home ruler' in Italian.

Ilano

Derived from the name of a former town in Italy, symbolizing beauty and tranquility.

Ilmo

Italian word for 'he' or 'him'

Imelda

Derived from the Germanic name, meaning 'the powerful fighter'.

Isaro

He who possesses

Issabella

Devoted to God

Izzabella

Derived from the name Isabella which means 'devoted to God' or 'God is my oath'.

Izzi

A diminutive form of Isabella or Isidore, often associated with joy and happiness

Jolanda

A variant of the name Yolanda, meaning violet flower

Juliet

Youthful or downy

Kardo

Brave and strong

Karlo

A derivative of Charles, meaning 'free man'

Kasso

A variant of the word 'casso', meaning 'case' in Italian

Kosimo

Italian variant of the name Cosimo, meaning 'order' or 'decency'.

Lallo

A playful or lively spirit

Lambo

Short for Lamborghini, a luxury sports car brand

Lanzo

A variation of the name Roland, meaning 'famous land'.

Leonora

Light

Leta

Of the name meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'

Lidia

Derived from the name of a historical region in Asia Minor, associated with beauty and elegance.

Liliana

Derived from the Latin word 'lilium', meaning 'lily', which symbolizes purity and beauty

Lotti

A diminutive form of Charlotte, meaning 'free man'.

Luca

Bringer of Light

Luce

Light

Luci

Bringer of light

Lunetta

Little moon

Maldo

A diminutive form of the name Amal, meaning 'hope' in Arabic.

Mallo

A type of sweet dessert or pastry

Malto

Italian for 'malt'

Manni

Short form of names like Emanuele, meaning 'God is with us'

Marcelo

A diminutive form of 'Marco', meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars'.

Marea

Tide or sea in Italian.

Marga

A name of Italian origin often associated with pearls.

Marto

A name often associated with Mars, the Roman god of war.

Masco

A term used in some Latin languages implying a robust or manly figure

Matteo

Gift of God

Matti

A name of Italian origin, often associated with the meaning 'gift of God'.

Matto

Italian for crazy or mad

Mauro

The name Mauro is derived from the Latin 'Maurus', which means 'dark-skinned' or 'swarthy'.

Medora

Guardian

Mella

Meaning 'a honey bee' in Italian

Merano

A town in South Tyrol, Italy, known for its beauty and health resorts.

Merla

Blackbird in Italian

Milani

A name of Italian origin meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'.

Mima

A diminutive form of names such as Maria