Funny Dog Names

Naming your dog something hilarious is bound to stick in people's minds. For those who don't like to take life too seriously, here are some funny dog names for you to choose from.

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Angus
Evokes images of serious Scottish cattle, humorously applied to pooches.
Aphrodite
Goddess of love moniker for a drooling, tail-wagging furball? Hilarious!
Archie
Humor arises from its association with the comic strip character.
Attila
Humor arises from naming a cuddly pet after a fierce Hun leader.
Bacon
Humor arises from naming a canine after a beloved breakfast food.
Baloo
This name references a jovial, carefree bear from Jungle Book.
Barkley
Plays on words, combining "bark" with basketball legend Charles.
Barney
Purple dinosaur association brings humor to this canine moniker.
Bean
Humor arises from its association with small, edible legumes.
Bear
Irony strikes as this colossal wildlife moniker graces a petite pooch.
Betty
Humor arises from its association with classic sitcom characters.
Biscuit
Naming a pup after a beloved breakfast treat sparks amusement.
Bitsy
Evokes humor with its playful, diminutive connotation and nursery rhyme reference.
Bond
Plays on famous spy's name, adding playful twist to canine identity.
Booger
This moniker humorously references a common, slightly gross childhood fascination.
Brian
Humor arises from humanizing canines with typical guy monikers.
Bruiser
Irony strikes as this tough-guy moniker often graces petite, harmless pups.
Brunhilda
Opera diva meets canine charm, a comedic clash of highbrow and hound!
Brutus
Irony strikes as this fierce Roman ruler moniker graces a cuddly pooch.
Bubba
Evokes Southern charm, often associated with humorous, lovable, larger-than-life characters.
Bug
Humor arises from its incongruity with typical canine monikers.
Button
Humor arises from its association with small, cute, and insignificant objects.
Byte
Plays on computer terminology, suggesting a dog with tech-savvy charm.
Chalupa
Mexican fast-food item turned canine moniker sparks laughter and surprise.
Chew
Plays on canine's notorious love for gnawing everything in sight.
Chewie
A playful nod to Star Wars' lovable Wookiee, suggesting chewy habits.
Chunk
Evokes humor through its reference to hefty, lovable Goonies character.
Cletus
Evokes humor with its hillbilly stereotype and Simpsons character association.
Clifford
Red, oversized canine from children's literature sparks humor and nostalgia.
Clive
Humor arises from its unexpectedness as a traditional human moniker.
Cookie
Humor arises from its sweet treat origin, often associated with indulgence.
Cupcake
Sweet treat monikers for pups tickle our humor buds deliciously!
Custard
This dessert-inspired moniker adds a sweet, humorous twist to canine naming.
Diva
Implies a canine with a sassy, high-maintenance personality, evoking laughter.
Dogzilla
Mashes up canine charm with Godzilla's monstrous persona for comedic effect.
Doris
Associations with old-fashioned human names evoke humor in pet naming.
Dozer
Plays on bulldozer, suggesting a clumsy, yet endearing, canine demeanor.
Duke
Royalty title for a canine sparks humor and irony.
Einstein
Humor arises from naming a canine after a genius physicist.
Ernie
Humor arises from its association with Sesame Street's lovable goofball.
Fang
Contrasts a menacing vampire term with a lovable canine's innocent nature.
Fergus
Scottish origin, yet whimsically unexpected for a canine companion.
Fifi
Evokes humor with its French poodle stereotype and high-pitched pronunciation.
Flo
Plays on "flow", evoking images of a dog's playful movement.
Foxy
Plays on sly fox traits, evoking humor and clever canine antics.
Freud
Plays on renowned psychoanalyst's name, suggesting a pup analyzing dreams.
Frito
This moniker humorously references a popular corn chip snack brand.
Giggles
Evokes laughter, reminiscent of jovial clowns and tickle-induced chuckles.
Gladiator
Humor arises from a tiny pooch bearing a fierce Roman warrior's title.
Godzilla
Humor arises from naming a pooch after a colossal, city-crushing monster.
Gordo
Spanish for "fat," this moniker humorously suits a plump pooch.
Groucho
Named after a comedic legend, it promises laughter and mischief.
Hercules
Irony arises from a tiny pup bearing a mighty Greek demigod's moniker.
Homer
Simpsons' patriarch's moniker, known for comedic blunders, suits a goofy pooch.
Hot Dog
Humor arises from its playful nod to a popular American snack.
Houdini
Plays on famed escape artist's reputation, implying a mischievous, elusive pooch.
Hulk
Irony strikes when a tiny pooch bears a massive superhero's moniker!
Jabba
Harkens to Star Wars' corpulent Hutt, evoking chuckles with canine contrast.
Jellybean
Humor arises from its association with a small, sweet, colorful candy.
Jethro
Evokes a hillbilly character from 60s sitcom "The Beverly Hillbillies".
Jumbo
This moniker humorously contrasts a typically large object with small pets.
Killer
Irony strikes as this fierce moniker often belongs to cuddly canines.
King
Royalty title for a canine sparks humor through unexpected grandeur.
Kramer
References a quirky Seinfeld character, adding humor to canine identity.
Lady Rover
Merges aristocratic human title with classic canine moniker, creating humorous juxtaposition.
Ladybug
Incongruity between a canine and an insect creates humor.
Larry
Humor arises from human names given to canine companions.
Lucy Lu
Playful twist on actress Lucy Liu's name adds humor and charm.
Mai Tai
A playful nod to tropical cocktails, suggesting a party-loving pooch!
Marshmellow
Plays on sweet treat's softness, evoking amusing, unexpected canine contrast.
Meatball
Humor arises from its association with a popular, spherical food item.
Miss Havisham
She's a Dickens character, not typically associated with canine companions!
Mittens
Typically a cat moniker, this canine label sparks unexpected, humorous confusion.
Moose
Humor arises from the incongruity of a large, wild animal moniker.
Mouse
Irony strikes as a canine carries the moniker of a rodent!
Mr Muggles
Humor arises from its formal title paired with a whimsical moniker.
Munchkin
Evokes whimsical imagery of tiny, adorable creatures from Wizard of Oz.
Nacho
Plays on popular snack, evokes humorous imagery of canine cheese fiesta.
Napoleon
Plays on historical figure's stature, referencing a small, ambitious canine.
Nessie
Loch Ness Monster reference adds humor to canine monikers.
Ninja
Stealthy warriors aren't typically associated with playful, tail-wagging pets!
Olga
Uncommon for pets, it's a traditional Slavic human name, sparking humor.
Oreo
Resembles a popular cookie, sparking laughter and joy in its whimsical comparison.
Peanut
Humor arises from its association with a small, edible legume.
Pee Wee
Plays on size irony and references a quirky pop culture character.
Pickle
Humor arises from its association with a tangy, jarred cucumber.
Pie
Humor arises from its unexpected association with a sweet dessert.
Pip
Plays on expectations, evoking tiny Dickensian orphans, not canines.
Pixel
References a tiny digital point, humorously applied to a pooch.
Porkchop
Humor arises from its whimsical nod to a popular meat dish.
Posh
Evokes humor through its association with high-class, fancy lifestyles.
Princess
Royalty title for a canine sparks humor through unexpected juxtaposition.
Puck
Shakespeare's mischievous sprite lends humor to this canine moniker.
Puddin
Evokes dessert humor, referencing a sweet, wobbly treat with canine antics.
Pugsley
A playful nod to the quirky Addams Family character, evoking laughter.
Queenie
Royalty title playfully bestowed on a common canine is humorously ironic.
Rabbit
Naming a canine after a completely different species creates humorous irony.
Rambo
Contrasts a tough action hero persona with a lovable canine nature.
Rex
Ironically, this moniker mocks a canine's regal, dinosaur-like stature.
Rocky
Sly Stallone's boxing champ isn't typically associated with canine antics!
Rufus
Evokes humor with its old-fashioned charm and Bill & Ted reference.
Scooter
Evokes images of playful, zippy rides on two-wheeled contraptions!
Sheba
Queen of Sheba reference adds a humorous, regal twist.
Sheldon
Plays off popular Big Bang Theory character's quirky, humorous personality.
Sir Loin
Playful pun on noble title and beef cut tickles the humor bone.
Skittle
Candy-inspired moniker evokes humor and sweetness, perfect for a playful pup.
Spud
Potato association makes it amusing and unexpected for a canine moniker.
Squirt
Evokes playful water fights and tiny, energetic puppies.
Sumo
This moniker humorously references a hefty Japanese wrestling sport.
Taco
Mexican dish moniker for a canine sparks unexpected, humorous imagery.
Tank
Irony strikes as a petite pooch bears a moniker synonymous with heavy artillery.
Tankerbell
Merges tough "tanker" with delicate "Tinkerbell", creating humorous contrast.
Tater
Plays on the humorous association between dogs and potatoes.
Thor
Humor arises from naming a pooch after a Norse god of thunder.
Tiny
Irony strikes as this moniker often belongs to colossal canines!
Tootsie
Evokes humor through association with sweet, comical Tootsie Roll candies.
Twinkie
Evokes a popular, whimsical snack cake, suggesting a playful, sweet pooch.
Wags
Humor arises from its playful nod to a dog's tail action.
Waldo
Evokes whimsical hide-and-seek character from popular children's books.
Walter
Human monikers for pets often elicit chuckles due to unexpected formality.
Yeti
Humor arises from naming a small pet after a massive cryptid.
Yoda
Star Wars fans chuckle, picturing their pup with Jedi Master traits.
Zeus
Humor arises from naming a pooch after a powerful Greek god.

One of the most fun aspects of naming a dog is picking out something unique and peculiar. These quirky dog names will help you and your new puppy to stand out.

Naming a dog is an opportunity to have fun, and these cheeky dog names are a great way to do it. They're guaranteed to get a smile from everyone your pup meets.

Funny Dog Names currently rank in 11th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of May 2025, funny dog names are trending down with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that they are less fashionable than they were at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation for this category, which suggests its popularity could be seasonal or based on cultural events.

Which are the cutest and most unique Funny Dog Names?

These funny dog names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

Fifi is among the cutest of these. If you prefer tougher, edgier dog names, the one considered the most badass is Zeus.

Gladiator scored high for its uniqueness, which would help your dog to stand out. But if you prefer more common, old-fashioned names, the more traditional option here is Rex.

How does interest compare across the United States for Funny Dog Names?

The map below compares each state by the number of people browsing Funny Dog Names.

The states that love funny dog names the most are Oklahoma, Iowa and Hawaii.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Virginia, North Dakota and Wyoming.

Which countries have the most love for Funny Dog Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of funny dog names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE funny dog names are Syria, Tunisia and Kuwait.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Namibia, Iraq and North Macedonia.