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'.