Gothic Dog Names

Dogs don't have to be cute and fluffy creatures... they can also be as dark as your soul. Choose one of these gothic dog names for the ultimate alternative pup.

Gothic Dog Names

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Gothic Dog Names For Boys

  • Sanskrit for 'sky
  • From the Gothic name Alareiks, which meant "ruler of all", derived from the Germanic element ala "all" combined with ric "ruler". This was the name of a king of the Visigoths who sacked Rome in the 5th century.
  • Ash
    Success
  • The goddess of dawn in greco-roman mythology
  • Noble Man
  • Ghostly hijinks ensue.
  • Lucky black cat.
  • Battlefield Or Plain
  • Bright and shiny.
  • A name for a badass but cute dog.
  • Short form of Abraham. This name was borne by Bram Stoker (1847-1912), the Irish author who wrote Dracula.
  • "Strong, brave man"
  • From the fortress
  • An element in carbon dioxide.
  • One-eyed giants in greek mythology
  • French form of Damian.
  • Steadfast
  • invulnerable to fear or intimidation
  • Ancient Greek name derived from δῆμος (demos) meaning "the people".
  • Right-handed, skilled
  • Devil in Spanish.
  • comprises tropical American species usually placed in genus Masdevallia: diminutive plants having bizarre and often sinister-looking flowers with pendulous scapes and motile lips
  • From a surname (of unknown meaning) that was used in the movie The Crow (1994).
  • Leader, commander, governor of a province
  • Dark Black-wooded Tree
  • Rich Spear
  • inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening
  • Beautiful
  • From the surname Frankenstein, used by Mary Shelley in her 1818 novel of the same name for the scientist Victor Frankenstein. The monster that Frankenstein created, which has no name in the novel, is sometimes called Frankenstein in modern speech, as if it were his given name.
  • an ornament consisting of a grotesquely carved figure of a person or animal
  • used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
  • (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
  • Grey-haired
  • Bunny
  • Safe Place
  • Short for Stephen Hawking.
  • Russian form of Yngvarr (see Ingvar). The Varangians brought it to Russia in the 10th century. It was borne by two grand princes of Kiev. Famous bearers include Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971), a Russian composer whose most famous work is The Rite of Spring, and Igor Sikorsky (1889-1972), the Russian-American designer of the first successful helicopter.
  • Imp
    one who is playfully mischievous
  • Good and evil duality.
  • Jet
    To move or travel rapidly, especially if jet-propelled.
  • Cloud or spider web.
  • Dear One
  • The sneaky and trickster god in Norse mythology.
  • Horror cosmic mystery.
  • Means "bringing light", derived from Latin lux "light" and ferre "to bring". In Latin this name originally referred to the morning star, Venus, but later became associated with the chief angel who rebelled against God's rule in heaven (see Isaiah 14:12). In later literature, such as the Divine Comedy (1321) by Dante and Paradise Lost (1667) by John Milton, Lucifer became associated with Satan himself.
  • Noble, bad bloodline.
  • 12:00 AM
  • Vampire horror movie.
  • New; a star that suddenly releases a huge burst of energy, temporarily becoming extraordinarily bright.
  • a Greek epic poem (attributed to Homer) describing the journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy
  • a cruel wicked and inhuman person
  • Black Gemstone
  • The first woman in greek mythology
  • A long-lived bird in greek mythology.
  • Fairy
  • Poe
    United States writer and poet (1809-1849)
  • a ghost that announces its presence with rapping and the creation of disorder
  • a vulcanized rubber disk 3 inches in diameter that is used instead of a ball in ice hockey
  • Rebellious.
  • From the English word reign, derived from Latin regnum "royal power".
  • Noble protector/warrior.
  • a city in western New York; a center of the photographic equipment industry
  • Peace
  • one who is playfully mischievous
  • United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during prohibition until arrested for tax evasion (1899-1947)
  • someone who causes the death of a person or animal
  • to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly
  • Smoky, hazy, foggy, misty.
  • From the name of the bird, ultimately from Old English spearwa.
  • To deliver a violent attack or assault. barrage.
  • (Greek mythology) a river in Hades across which Charon carried dead souls
  • an elemental being believed to inhabit the air
  • a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
  • Strong.
  • angling by drawing a baited line through the water
  • Dusk
  • Father
  • Soft Fabric
  • Prince of Wallachia.
  • One who uses magic
  • From The Willow Grove
  • a city in southern England; administrative center of Hampshire
  • The Season

Spooky Dog Names For Boys

  • Crescent
  • a situation resembling a terrifying dream
  • Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Watson
  • Fog
    confusion characterized by lack of clarity
  • (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
  • a medicinal or magical or poisonous beverage
  • a Bantu language spoken in Cameroon
  • the charge for transporting something by common carrier
  • a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter
  • noisy talk
  • hide under a false appearance
  • provide with choice or abundant food or drink

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Our guide to the best gothic dog names

Gothic culture has had a profound impact on art, music, fashion and architecture for decades, and has gone through multiple revivals. It represents the darker aspects of life, focusing boldly on magic, terror and gloom.

While these aren’t traits we commonly associate with dogs, giving your dog a gothic name shows a powerful, non-conformist personality, and also gives your pup a touch of humorous irony. You already know if you’re a fan of gothic culture, or consider yourself to be a goth – and if that’s the case, you’ll be naturally drawn to some of these unconventional but striking gothic dog names.

For male dogs, we love the simplicity and natural touch of the name Thorn. As much as we adore our furry friends, they can often be a thorn in our side, especially as puppies – and what better way to make fun of that than with this spiky dog name!

Another gorgeous name for boys is Onyx. This refers to the black gemstone, which already represents rarity and beauty, and we simply love the way it sounds. It would be a great option for black Labs and Border Collies, among other dark-coloured breeds. If you’re into pop culture, Dexter also ticks all the boxes. The popular television series is full of gothic symbols, like blood, torture chambers and mysterious disappearances.

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How popular are Gothic Dog Names?

Gothic Dog Names currently rank in 61st place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of April 2024, gothic dog names seem increasingly popular with new puppy owners. Our stats show that they are more 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 Gothic Dog Names?

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

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

Kumo 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 Bella.

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

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

The states that love gothic dog names the most are Hawaii, Iowa and Nevada.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Delaware, South Dakota and Montana.

Which countries have the most love for Gothic Dog Names?

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

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE gothic dog names are Serbia, Croatia and Papua New Guinea.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Lithuania.

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