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Adding a new dog to the family comes with one big decision—what to name them! If you’re looking for dog names in alphabetical order to make the search easy, this A–Z list gives you quick, simple inspiration for both male and female dogs.
Use the jump links below to browse by letter or scroll through the full list for ideas that fit your dog’s personality, look, or vibe.
For families looking for additional naming inspiration across different pets, our family pet naming guide offers wonderful alternatives.
Most Popular Dog Names of 2026
If you want a name that feels familiar and well-loved, these are some of the most popular dog names families are choosing in 2026. They’re simple to say, easy for kids to remember, and great for training.
Top Female Dog Names (2026)
- Luna
- Bella
- Daisy
- Lucy
- Rosie
- Lola
- Stella
- Ruby
- Willow
- Chloe
Top Male Dog Names (2026)
- Milo
- Max
- Charlie
- Cooper
- Teddy
- Leo
- Rocky
- Finn
- Oliver
- Bear
These names stay consistently popular because they’re short, friendly, and easy to call out at home or at the dog park.
A–Z Dog Names
A Dog Names
- Amber
- Annie
- Apollo
- Archie
- Alfie
- Arlo
- Aspen
- Atlas
- Autumn
- Ace
- Athena
B Dog Names
- Bailey
- Baxter
- Belle
- Benny
- Boomer
- Bruno
- Bear
- Bentley
- Bonnie
- Blu
- Bowie
- Bean
- Birdie
C Dog Names
- Casey
- Charlie
- Chloe
- Cleo
- Cody
- Cooper
- Coco
- Cricket
- Clover
- Casper
- Comet
- Chance
D Dog Names
- Daisy
- Diesel
- Dolly
- Duke
- Dexter
- Delilah
- Dusty
- Domino
- Dottie
- Denver
- Dash
E Dog Names
- Eddie
- Echo
- Elsie
- Emma
- Ellie
- Ember
- Everest
- Ezra
- Enzo
- Emberly
F Dog Names
- Felix
- Finn
- Fiona
- Freddie
- Frankie
- Flora
- Fable
- Fox
- Fitz
- Freya
G Dog Names
- Ginger
- Gracie
- Greta
- Gus
- Gigi
- Gatsby
- Goose
- Grover
- Gemma
- Griffin
H Dog Names
- Hank
- Harper
- Harvey
- Hazel
- Holly
- Huck
- Honey
- Hope
- Hudson
- Heidi
I Dog Names
- Indie
- Iris
- Ivy
- Izzy
- Iggy
- Inka
- Ingrid
- Ira
- Ice
- Islay
J Dog Names
- Jack
- Jake
- Jasper
- Joey
- June
- Juno
- Jax
- Jolene
- Jubilee
- Jude
K Dog Names
- Kai
- Kenzie
- Kiara
- Koda
- Kona
- Kirby
- Kiki
- Knox
- Keiko
- Kit
L Dog Names
- Leo
- Lily
- Lola
- Luna
- Lenny
- Lucky
- Layla
- Loki
- Lottie
- Latte
M Dog Names
- Maddie
- Maggie
- Marley
- Max
- Milo
- Maple
- Moose
- Millie
- Mabel
- Maverick
- Minnie
- Monte
N Dog Names
- Nala
- Nate
- Nico
- Nova
- Nash
- Nellie
- Nugget
- Norah
- Niko
- Neptune
O Dog Names
- Oliver
- Olive
- Oscar
- Odin
- Opal
- Oakley
- Oreo
- Otis
- Onyx
- Ozzie
P Dog Names
- Penny
- Phoebe
- Piper
- Poppy
- Paisley
- Patch
- Porter
- Pebbles
- Pepper
- Pluto
Q Dog Names
- Quincy
- Quinn
- Quill
- Quest
- Queenie
- Quirk
- Quince
- Quartz
R Dog Names
- Rex
- Riley
- Rosie
- Ruby
- River
- Remy
- Ranger
- Rocco
- Raven
- Rowan
- Reuben
S Dog Names
- Sadie
- Skye
- Sammy
- Stella
- Scout
- Sandy
- Sage
- Sugar
- Sunny
- Simba
- Sawyer
T Dog Names
- Tess
- Theo
- Toby
- Tucker
- Trudy
- Tilly
- Titan
- Timber
- Toast
- Tasha
U Dog Names
- Ulysses
- Uma
- Ursa
- Uno
- Umi
- Urban
- Utah
V Dog Names
- Victor
- Violet
- Velma
- Veda
- Vinnie
- Vienna
- Vixen
- Valor
W Dog Names
- Wendy
- Willow
- Winston
- Winnie
- Waffles
- Whiskey
- Winter
- Wrigley
- Wallace
- Willa
X Dog Names
- Xander
- Xena
- Xyla
- Xerxes
- Xavi
- Xoie
Y Dog Names
- Yara
- Yogi
- Yoshi
- Yukon
- Yuna
- Yarrow
- Yeti
Z Dog Names
- Zara
- Ziggy
- Zoe
- Zeus
- Ziva
- Zorro
- Zena
- Zuri
- Zed
Choosing the Right Dog Name
Naming a dog can be a fun family moment. Try gathering everyone and brainstorming names that match your new pet’s personality, size, coloring, or quirks. Two-syllable names often work well for training, and choosing something easy to call out at the dog park will make life simpler for everyone.
You might also think about how a name sounds when you call it out across a park or trail—simple, clear names tend to work best in busy family spaces.
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