100 Best Girl Dog Names
There’s been one silver lining to the tough year that was 2020: the number of pet adoptions increased dramatically and more furry companions found forever homes. With more people working from home, it’s a trend that’s expected to continue, and one of the best parts about adopting a four-legged family member is picking out their name. If you’ve added a new four-legged friend to your family (and found yourself searching for dog gifts, heated dog beds, and, yes, dog instagram captions), you’ll need to find the perfect name. Here, we’ve offered suggestions for girl dog names to suit every pooch, from names inspired by story book characters and pop culture references to monikers that are a tribute to favorite foods and nature.
Most Popular Girl Dog Names
If you’re thinking of naming your pooch “Bella” or “Luna,” you’re not alone! According to pet medical insurance company Trupanion, these names topped the list for female dogs in 2020:
- Bella
- Luna
- Lucy
- Daisy
- Molly
- Lola
- Sadie
- Maggie
- Coco
- Sophie
- Stella
- Chloe
- Bentley
- Lily
- Rosie
- Harley
- Riley
- Ruby
- Zoey
- Penny
- Gracie
- Piper
- Mia
- Roxy
- Ellie
- Abby
- Willow
- Ginger
- Nala
- Pepper
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Names Inspired by Reality TV and Music
With so much time spent at home this year, it’s no surprise that pet names inspired by characters from reality television shows are more popular than ever. According to Rover.com, girl dog names pulled from shows pet parents streamed include:
- Carol (inspired by Carole Baskin of Tiger King)
- Ramona, Tinsley, and Sonja (RHONY)
There’s also been an uptick in dogs named for musicians, including:
- Lizzo (up 458%)
- Taylor Swift (up 92%)
- Lil’ Kim (up 58%)
Check your Spotify 2020 Wrapped list for ideas to suit your musical taste (ahem, Dolly Parton).
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Names Inspired by Favorite Foods and Drinks
According to Rover.com, dog owners really love their beverages, so much so that coffee-and-cocktail-related names have trended upwards this year:
- Pinot Noir (up 258%)
- Whiskey Girl (up 58%)
- Barista (up 58%)
- Creme (up 18%)
- Coffee (up 14%)
- Brew (up 11%)
- Cappuccino (up 7%)
Other names inspired by drinks and food include:
- Waffles
- Apple
- Peaches
- Roti
- Tart
- Arepa
- Sugar
- Bean
- Mochi
- Peanut
- Cinnamon
- Pancakes
- Honey
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Girl Dog Names Inspired by Nature
This year more than ever, pet owners have appreciated the peace and relaxation a day spent in nature can bring. The great outdoors can also be a great source for dog name ideas:
- Clover
- Pansy
- Bluebell
- Birdie
- Cricket
- Fern
- Iris
- Ivy
- Lark
- Maple
- Oakley
- Sage
- Sequoia
- Sierra
- Sky
- Rose
- Aurora
- Tansy
- Thistle
- Summer
- Winter
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Names Inspired by Fictional Characters
Looking to a favorite book, film, TV show, or video game for name inspiration is always a popular choice. A few of our top picks:
- Lyra (His Dark Materials)
- Lara (Tomb Rader)
- Jo (Little Women)
- Lizzie (Pride and Prejudice)
- Phoebe, Rachel, or Monica (Friends)
- Arya (Game of Thrones)
- Hermione (Harry Potter)
- Scout (To Kill a Mockingbird)
- Arwen (Lord of the Rings)
- Buttercup (The Princess Bride)
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Classic, Cute Girl Dog Names
While trendy dog names are fun, there are also plenty of adorable monikers that have stood the test of time you’ll want to consider, too:
- Pebbles
- Cece
- Dot
- Minnie
- Fifi
- Lottie
- Goldie
- Tillie
- Queenie
- Nessie
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