Japanese Spitz Names

The Japanese Spitz is a small family companion with the heart of a large watchdog. This breed may look similar to American Eskimo Dogs, white Pomeranians, or small Samoyeds, but Japanese Spitz dogs have their own lineages and hail from, as you might guess, Japan. Although this breed is not recognized by the American Kennel Club, it is accepted by many other kennel clubs around the world.

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AdeleNoble
Alpacadomesticated llama with long silky fleece; believed to be a domesticated variety of the guanaco
AnnaGracious, Merciful
AnyaGracious, Merciful
Arctica waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow
AstaBeautiful goddess
BabyInfant
BanjoBanjo
BellaBeautiful; short for Isabella.
BiancaWhite
BiscuitAny of various small flat sweet cakes or cookies. Literally means "twice cooked".
BlackieDark-furred pet cat.
Blizzarda series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences
BubblesBubbly, effervescent, lively and enthusiastic."
BuddyCompanion, partner; perhaps a version of the word "brother".
Buttona device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism
CandyBright, Sweet
ChampShort for "champion".
ChicoDiminutive form of Francisco; means small, boy or child.
ChloeDaphnis and chloe, is an ancient greek novel
CinnamonThe Spice
ClementineCitrus fruit
CocoCook. it is also used as a nickname for names long names that begin with 'co-.
Coconuttall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics
Cool WhipDairy-based topping.
CottonCotton
Cuddlesmove or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
Dolcegently and sweetly
ErnieEarnest, serious
FarleyFrom the fern-covered clearing
FifiDiminutive Form Of Josephine
Fleurflower
FollyFoolishness, madness or lunacy, the ziegfeld follies were elaborately staged productions incorporating hundreds of beautiful smiling young ladies endlessly fanning out across the stage.
Foxymarked by skill in deception
Frecklesa small brownish spot (of the pigment melanin) on the skin
FrolicPlayful behavior, merriment and fun. to gambol merrily.
Fuzzy-FeetCute, furry feet.
GalaA festive celebration.
GigiNickname
GizmoAnother word for gadget.
Grizzlyshowing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair
HavocDevastation or ruinous damage.
HazelThe Hazel Tree
JellybeanSmall, sweet candy.
JokerA master criminal in dc comics' batman.
JoyJoy
JudeDaisy
KingRuler
LassieYoung Girl, Maiden
LeroyKing
LilleSmall, little
LincolnLake settlement, lake colony
LitenSmall, little
LittleSmall Man
LoLovely and optimistic.
Lotharioloud warrior
LottieFree
LovieLoved One
LunestaSleep aid medication.
MarshmallowLazy and fluffy.
MerryJoyous and playful.
Milkshakefrothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream
Morsela small amount of solid food; a mouthful
Nachoa tortilla chip topped with cheese and chili-pepper and broiled
Naughtysuggestive of sexual impropriety
Noodleinformal terms for a human head
NutmegEast Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace
Old YellerLoyal, brave, dog.
OsoBear in Spanish.
PatchNoble
PearlSmooth, Round Bead Formed By A Mollusk
PepperThe pepper pad a handheld game console.
Pippinany of numerous superior eating apples with yellow or greenish yellow skin flushed with red
Powdera mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
PreciousPrecious One
ProntoSpanish for quickly or immediately.
Queen of FluffSoft, cuddly royalty.
RedRed Haired
RexKing
RocketA raccoon in marvel comics.
Roveran adult member of the Boy Scouts movement
Rufflesa noisy fight
RuthieCompassionate friend.
SadiePrincess
Sassenachthe Scots' term for an English person
Scampone who is playfully mischievous
ScoobyA famous cartoon canine sleuth
ShaggyThe cartoon sleuth from scooby doo
Silkyhaving a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light
Sir Fluff-A-LotCuddly, fluffy mascot.
Skittlea bowling pin of the type used in playing ninepins or (in England) skittles
SophieWisdom
SpankyPlayful, mischievous child.
SparkyAn electrician
SpazSpastic.
Speedycharacterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed
Sprinklesbits of sweet chocolate used as a topping on e.g. ice cream
Sweet PeaFragrant flower petals.
TallulahLeaping Water
TeddyGift of god
TitchSmall or tiny
Toffeecaramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets
TrickRogish practical joke or illusion.
Tumbleweedbushy annual weed of central North America having greenish flowers and winged seeds
TwinkleSporadically Light Up
TwizzlerTwisted licorice candy.
ValentineVigorous, Strong
Wagmove from side to side
WagnerWagon Maker
Whiskersthe hair growing on the lower part of a man's face
ZannieGift of God/Grace.
ZedaGift of God/Zeus.
ZiggyVictorious Protector

Japanese Spitz Names currently rank in 166th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of October 2026, Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz Names?

These Japanese Spitz Names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

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

Sassenach 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 Japanese Spitz Names?

The map below compares each state by the number of people browsing Japanese Spitz Names.

The states that love Japanese Spitz Names the most are Hawaii, New Mexico and Nebraska.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in New Jersey, Florida and Ohio.

Which countries have the most love for Japanese Spitz Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of Japanese Spitz Names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE Japanese Spitz Names are Tanzania, Kenya and Nepal.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in South Africa, Bangladesh and Germany.