Small Dog Names

Quillina

A diminutive form of the name Quilla, related to the Latin word for feather.

Quinci

Derived from the Italian term meaning 'fifth'

Quinny

A diminutive form of the name Quinn, meaning wise or intelligent

Quira

A name that suggests light or clarity.

Quissie

Derived from the word 'quiss', which means a small vessel or container

Ranno

A diminutive form often used in Italian, suggesting smallness or endearment

Raylee

A variant of the name Ray, meaning 'counsel' or 'wise protector'

Reesie

A diminutive form of the name Teresa, often associated with the meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap'.

Reika

Blessed fragrance

Ria

A small stream or river

Rica

Abundant, rich in Spanish

Riko

A variation of the name 'Rika', which means 'child of the ruler' in Japanese.

Rin

Wave, sound, or laughing

Rinty

A beloved pet in need of love and care.

Risa

Laughter in Spanish and a name that evokes joy.

Roo

A playful character, often associated with kangaroos

Rosa

The Latin word for rose, symbolizing beauty and love

Roseline

A diminutive form of 'rose', symbolizing beauty and love.

Rosie

A diminutive form of the name Rose, symbolizing beauty and love.

Rosita

Little rose

Roxi

A diminutive form often associated with bright or radiating beauty.

Roxy

The name Roxy is often considered a diminutive of the name Roxane, which means 'bright' or 'dawn'.

Ruby

A precious red gemstone

Russell

A small stream or brook

RéMy

French for 'oarsman' or 'remedy'

RüFfel

A playful bark or yapping sound made by a dog

Sachi

Happiness or good fortune

Sadie Mae

Princess

Saffi

Derived from Italian, it refers to something pure or wise.

Saffie

Derived from the word 'saffron', which refers to a precious spice

Sali

A name of Hebrew origin meaning 'my God is salvation'

Salli

A variation of Sally, often viewed as a diminutive of Sarah, meaning princess

Sammie

A diminutive form of Samuel or Samantha, meaning 'God has heard'.

Sandi

Defender of man

Sanne

A variation of the name 'Anna', meaning grace.

Sanni

A diminutive form of the name Sanna, which often relates to happiness.

Sare

A term of endearment meaning 'beloved' or 'darling'

Saria

A princess or noblewoman

Sariah

Meaningful, or having purpose

Saska

A name of Slavic origin meaning 'defender' or 'protector'

Sassa

Italian term of endearment, often used for a little girl or a beloved pet.

Sassi

Italian for 'pebbles'.

Scampers

To run or move quickly and playfully

Scampy

A playful or mischievous person

Schnuckel

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

Schnuckie

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

Sedy

A name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'.

Seffa

Italian origin, meaning 'cup' or 'vessel'.

Sennie

Derived from the name Senna, which refers to a flowering plant known for its bright yellow flowers.

Seppi

A diminutive form of the name Joseph, often associated with the meaning 'God will add'.

Shally

A diminutive form of the name 'Shalyn', often associated with peacefulness.

Shea

From the Irish Gaelic 'sídhe', meaning 'fairy' or 'elf'.

Shelley

Clearing on a bank

Sherrie

A diminutive form of the name Sher, meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'.

Shortcake

A dessert made with strawberries and cream, often on a biscuit or sponge cake base.

Shotzie

A playful and affectionate term often used for pets

Shrimpy

Small or little, often relating to shrimp

Shuga

Believed to be derived from the word for sugar, symbolizing sweetness.

Siano

A name of Italian origin, often associated with brightness or light.

Sidra

A fragrant fruit from the jujube tree

Silly

Playful or humorous

Silly Lilly

Playful and lively

Silverbelle

A name that evokes elegance and beauty, often associated with silver tones and grace

Simy

A diminutive form of the name Simon or a playful version of the term for 'silly'

Sindi

Derived from the name of the indigenous people of Sindh, a region in Pakistan.

Sinny

A name often associated with brightness and cheerfulness.

Sisi

A name often associated with elegance and liveliness.

Sissi

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

Sissie

A diminutive form of the name 'Cecilia', which means 'blind'.

Slink

To move smoothly and quietly, often in a stealthy manner

Slinky

A toy that can move and ‘walk’ down stairs

Smalls

A term used to describe something that is small in size.

Sniffles

A sound made by sniffling, often indicating a cold or excitement

Snippy

Sleek and quick in movement or action

Snoogi

An affectionate term often used to refer to a small, cuddly pet

Snowy Sue

Innocence and purity, often associated with snow.

Snuffie

A playful and affectionate term for a small dog

Snuggles

A term of endearment suggesting comfort and affection

Sobie

A variant of the name 'Sophie', meaning wisdom.

Soffi

A diminutive form of Sofia, meaning wisdom

Soffie

Derived from Sophie, meaning wisdom.

Sofi

Wisdom

Sola

Spanish for 'alone' or 'solitary'

Sophie

Wisdom

Spatz

German for sparrow

Spot

A mark, stain, or small area differing in color or texture from its surroundings

Sprout

A young shoot or plant

Spruff

A playful and affectionate term often associated with small dogs

Staci

Derived from the name Eustace, meaning 'fruitful' or 'productive.'

Stassi

Italian diminutive form of Anastasia

Steffy

Derived from the name Stephanie, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.

Stewy

A nickname derived from 'stew', suggesting warmth and homeliness

Stina

A variant of Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ'

Stixi

A playful or cheerful disposition

Stollie

A friendly and affectionate dog

Strubbie

A playful or affectionate term for a small or cuddly thing

Stumpy

Referring to a small and stocky build

Sue

A common diminutive form of names like Susan, meaning 'lily' or 'rose'.

Sunie

A name that evokes the sun, brightness, and warmth.

Susa

A name of Hebrew origin meaning 'lily' or 'rose'.