Mythical Dog Names

Connect your dog to one of the world's greatest historical stories by choosing one of these incredible mythological dog names.

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Achilles
Achilles is a famous Greek hero, making the name popular for strong, brave dogs.
Adonis
Adonis originates from Greek mythology, symbolizing beauty and desire, often used for attractive, strong dogs.
Ajax
Ajax is a famous Greek hero from mythology, known for his strength and courage.
Aloades
Aloades originates from Greek mythology, referring to giants who tried to storm Olympus.
Ambrosia
Ambrosia refers to the divine food of Greek gods, making it a mythical reference.
Ames
Popularized by a legendary canine character in a well-known novel.
Andromeda
Andromeda originates from Greek mythology, often associated with celestial bodies and constellations.
Anubis
He's the ancient Egyptian god depicted with a canine head, often associated with mummification and the afterlife.
Aphrodite
She's a Greek goddess, making the name mythical and unique for a dog.
Apollo
Apollo is named after a powerful Greek god, symbolizing strength and courage.
Apollonia
Derived from Apollo, Greek god of sun and light, suggesting a divine, mythical origin.
Aquarius
The name originates from a zodiac sign, not typically associated with dogs.
Arcadia
Arcadia refers to a utopian paradise in Greek mythology, often associated with pastoral innocence.
Argo
Argo was the faithful dog of Odysseus in Greek mythology.
Argos
Argos was Odysseus' faithful hound in Greek mythology.
Aries
Derived from Greek mythology, representing the Ram, often used for pets symbolizing strength and courage.
Artemis
Artemis is a Greek goddess known for hunting, often accompanied by dogs.
Asgard
Asgard is the celestial fortress in Norse mythology, home to the gods.
Athena
She's a Greek goddess known for wisdom and courage, traits often admired in dogs.
Athens
The name originates from Greek mythology, representing wisdom and civilization.
Athyr
Derived from ancient Egyptian mythology, associated with a goddess often depicted as a lioness.
Atlas
Atlas is a Titan from Greek mythology known for holding up the sky.
Aurora
The name originates from Roman mythology, representing the goddess of dawn.
Azalea
Derived from Greek mythology, symbolizing femininity and softness, often associated with magical and mystical elements.
Baccus
Baccus is named after the Roman god of wine, making it mythical.
Bellaque
The name originates from myths and legends, not commonly used in reality.
Belona
Belona is named after the Roman goddess of war, making it mythical.
Beowulf
The name originates from an Old English epic hero, symbolizing strength and bravery, traits often associated with dogs.
Bragi
Bragi originates from Norse mythology, known as the god of poetry and eloquence.
Calliope
She's named after the Greek muse of epic poetry, making the name mythological.
Callisto
Derived from Greek mythology, Callisto was a nymph transformed into a bear, often associated with the constellation Ursa Major.
Calypso
Calypso is a nymph from Greek mythology known for her beauty and singing.
Camilla
Derived from mythology, often associated with a legendary warrior maiden in Virgil's "Aeneid".
Cassandra
Cassandra is a prophetess from Greek mythology, often associated with doom.
Cassiopeia
Derived from Greek mythology, she was a vain queen known for her unrivaled beauty.
Cepheus
Cepheus is a king from Greek mythology, making the name mythical.
Cerberus
This name comes from Greek mythology, where Cerberus is a three-headed dog guarding the underworld.
Chloe
Derived from Greek mythology, symbolizing fertility and agriculture.
Crete
Crete is linked to Greek mythology, being the birthplace of Zeus and the Minotaur's labyrinth.
Cupid
Cupid is a famous figure from Roman mythology, known as the god of love.
Curia
Derived from Roman mythology, it refers to a gathering or assembly of gods.
Cyclops
Cyclops is a creature from Greek mythology known for having one eye.
Dagr
Dagr originates from Norse mythology, representing the personification of day.
Daphne
Derived from Greek mythology, she was a nymph transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo's pursuit.
Daphnis
Daphnis is a character from Greek mythology, known as a shepherd and a pastoral poet.
Demeter
Demeter is a Greek goddess associated with agriculture, making it a unique and mythical choice for a dog name.
Diana
Derived from Roman mythology, she was the goddess of the hunt, moon, and nature.
Dionysus
He's a Greek god, making the name unique and mythical for a dog.
Duat
Duat originates from ancient Egyptian mythology, referring to the underworld realm of the dead.
Echo
Derived from Greek mythology, representing a nymph who could only repeat what others said.
Electra
Derived from Greek mythology, Electra was a significant figure, making the name popular for dogs.
Eros
Eros is a Greek god of love and desire, making the name mythical.
Fauna
Fauna refers to Roman mythology's goddess of animals, making it a mythical dog name.
Fenrir
Fenrir is a monstrous wolf from Norse mythology, often associated with destruction and chaos.
Ferox
Derived from Latin, meaning "fierce" or "wild", often associated with legendary creatures or gods.
Flora
The name originates from Roman mythology, representing the goddess of flowers and spring.
Fortuna
Fortuna is named after the Roman goddess of luck, making it mythical.
Freya
Freya is a goddess in Norse mythology, often associated with love, beauty, and fertility.
Gaia
Gaia originates from Greek mythology, where she represents the Earth Mother.
Galatea
Galatea originates from Greek mythology, where she was a sea nymph loved by the sculptor Pygmalion.
Gandalf
The name originates from a wizard character in the popular fantasy series "Lord of the Rings".
Geb
Geb is an ancient Egyptian god, often depicted as a dog.
Gemini
Gemini originates from Greek mythology, representing the twins Castor and Pollux.
Griffin
Derived from mythology, representing a creature with a lion's body and eagle's head.
Hades
Hades is named after the Greek god of the underworld, often associated with dogs guarding the afterlife.
Hathor
Hathor originates from ancient Egyptian mythology, representing a goddess of love, beauty, and music.
Hati
In Norse mythology, Hati is a wolf who chases the moon.
Hecuba
Hecuba transforms into a dog in Greek mythology after her family's tragic downfall.
Heimdall
Heimdall is a god from Norse mythology, often associated with guardianship and vigilance.
Hela
Derived from Norse mythology, Hela is the goddess of death and the underworld.
Hephaestus
Hephaestus is a Greek god known for blacksmithing and craftsmanship, making it unique and mythical.
Hera
Hera is a Greek goddess, making the name popular for mythological-themed pet names.
Hercules
The name originates from a legendary Greek hero known for his strength and courage.
Hermes
He's a Greek god known for speed and cunning, traits often associated with dogs.
Hermia
Derived from Greek mythology, Hermia is the daughter of Hermes, the messenger god.
Hermione
The name originates from Greek mythology, belonging to the daughter of Helen and Menelaus.
Hero
The name is associated with bravery and courage, traits often attributed to legendary or mythical figures.
Homer
The name originates from the legendary Greek poet, symbolizing wisdom and adventure.
Hoor
The name originates from Islamic mythology, representing celestial beings.
Horus
Horus is an ancient Egyptian god often depicted as a falcon, not a dog.
Hrym
Hrym originates from Norse mythology, being the name of a frost giant.
Huntress
The name originates from mythology, representing a female hunter or warrior, often associated with dogs.
Icarus
Derived from Greek mythology, symbolizing ambition and recklessness, often used for adventurous or daring dogs.
Indigo
The color's association with mystery and spirituality lends a mythical aura to the name.
Isis
She's a goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology, often depicted with a canine companion.
Janus
Derived from Roman mythology, Janus is the two-faced god of beginnings, transitions, and endings.
Jotuns
Derived from Norse mythology, Jotuns refers to a race of giants, making it a mythical name.
Juno
Juno is named after the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, making it mythical.
Jupiter
Named after the Roman king of gods, symbolizing strength and authority, often used in mythology and literature.
Knight
The name embodies bravery, nobility, and chivalry, traits often associated with legendary or mythical figures.
Leo
The name originates from a constellation and zodiac sign, symbolizing a lion in Greek mythology.
Loki
Loki is a trickster god in Norse mythology, often associated with mischief and change.
Luna
Derived from Roman mythology, representing the goddess of the moon.
Lupa
Lupa is a she-wolf from Roman mythology who raised Romulus and Remus.
Magic
The name is associated with supernatural powers and enchantment often found in folklore and mythology.
Magnus
Derived from Latin, meaning "great" or "mighty", often associated with legendary figures and powerful creatures.
Mani
Mani is associated with Norse mythology, being the god of the moon.
Mars
Named after the Roman god of war, symbolizing strength and power, often associated with dogs.
Maya
Derived from mythology, symbolizing illusion in Hinduism and Buddhism, and a goddess in Roman and Greek myths.
Medusa
Medusa is a famous creature from Greek mythology, known for her snake hair and petrifying gaze.
Mercury
Mercury is named after a Roman god, often used in mythology, making it a mythical name for a dog.
Merlin
The name originates from Arthurian legend, where Merlin is a powerful wizard.
Midas
Midas is a king from Greek mythology known for his golden touch.
Minerva
Derived from Roman mythology, she was the goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare.
Moirai
Moirai refers to the three Fates in Greek mythology, making it a mythical name.
Morpheus
Morpheus is a Greek god of dreams, making the name mythical and unique for a dog.
Nala
Derived from "The Lion King", the name is associated with a fictional, iconic character.
Narcissus
Derived from Greek mythology, the character fell in love with his own reflection, symbolizing vanity and self-obsession.
Nefertiti
She was an ancient Egyptian queen, making the name exotic and mystical for a dog.
Neith
Neith is an ancient Egyptian goddess often depicted as a hunting dog.
Neptune
Named after the Roman god of the sea, often associated with dogs due to his companion, a sea-dog.
Nidhogg
Nidhogg is a dragon from Norse mythology, making the name mythical.
Nile
The name originates from the famous Egyptian river, often associated with ancient myths and legends.
Nines
The name is associated with folklore and legends about magical, nine-lived canines.
Nott
Derived from Norse mythology, Nott represents the goddess of night, hence its mythical association.
Nun
Nun originates from Egyptian mythology, representing the primordial waters of chaos.
Nyx
Nyx is a Greek goddess of night, making the name mythical and unique for a dog.
Odin
He's named after a Norse god, making the name mythical and powerful.
Odysseus
Odysseus is a famous hero from Greek mythology, making his name popular for dogs.
Olympia
The name originates from Greek mythology, referencing the home of the gods.
Opeth
Derived from a mythical city in the "Sunbird" novel, symbolizing strength and mystery.
Oracle
Oracle is associated with ancient Greek mythology, symbolizing wisdom and prophecy.
Orion
Orion is named after a hunter in Greek mythology, often depicted with a dog.
Osiris
Osiris is named after an ancient Egyptian god, making it mythical.
Pandora
Derived from Greek mythology, she was the first woman created by the gods, known for her curiosity.
Pax
Derived from Roman mythology, representing the goddess of peace.
Penelope
Derived from Greek mythology, she was Odysseus' loyal wife, symbolizing faithfulness and patience.
Persephone
She's a Greek goddess, often associated with underworld hounds, making her name fitting for a dog.
Phoebe
Derived from Greek mythology, Phoebe was a Titan associated with the moon.
Phoenix
The name originates from a legendary bird that regenerates from its ashes, symbolizing rebirth and immortality.
Plato
The name originates from a famous philosopher, often used in stories for wise, thoughtful canine characters.
Pluto
Named after Roman god of underworld, also Disney's famous cartoon dog.
Poseidon
He's a Greek god of the sea, making the name mythical and powerful.
Raiden
Derived from Japanese mythology, the name signifies a god of thunder and lightning.
Saffron
The name is linked to the mythical Phoenix, known for its vibrant, saffron-colored plumage.
Saturn
The name originates from Roman mythology, where Saturn was a god of agriculture and time.
Scarab
Scarab refers to a sacred beetle in ancient Egyptian mythology, making it a mythical name.
Selene
Selene is a Greek goddess associated with the moon, making the name mythical.
Sirius
The star, often associated with dogs, is named after the Greek word for "glowing" or "scorching."
Sobek
Sobek is an ancient Egyptian god often depicted as a crocodile, making it a unique, mythical name for a dog.
Surt
Surt is a giant from Norse mythology known for wielding a flaming sword.
Thea
Derived from Greek mythology, representing the goddess of light and mother of the sun, moon, and dawn.
Thebes
The name originates from a famous ancient Greek city, often featured in mythology.
Thor
Derived from Norse mythology, the name represents the god of thunder, strength and protection.
Triton
Derived from Greek mythology, the name belongs to Neptune's son, a merman known for his trumpet shell.
Troy
The name originates from an ancient city featured in Greek mythology.
Tyet
Tyet is derived from an ancient Egyptian symbol associated with mythology and magic.
Ull
Ull originates from Norse mythology, representing a god known for hunting and winter.
Vali
Vali is a character from Norse mythology, known as the son of Odin.
Valkyrie
Valkyrie originates from Norse mythology, representing female warriors who choose who lives or dies in battle.
Vallhala
Valhalla is a legendary place in Norse mythology, making it a mythical name for dogs.
Venus
Derived from Roman mythology, representing the goddess of love and beauty.
Victoria
The name is associated with royalty and grandeur, giving it a mythical, legendary aura.
Vidar
Vidar is a god from Norse mythology, often associated with strength and silence.
Vulcan
Named after the Roman god of fire and metalworking, symbolizing strength and power.
Xena
The name originates from "Xena: Warrior Princess", a popular TV show based on Greek mythology.
Zeus
Zeus is a Greek god, making the name mythical and powerful for a dog.

Staying on the mythical theme, these names mean ancient or are in some way related to the word.

We all know dogs are out of this world, so why not give them an exotic, fantasy name? These names are inspired by mythology, astrology, fantasy movies and more.

Mythical Dog Names currently rank in 29th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of May 2025, mythical 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 Mythical Dog Names?

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

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

Valkyrie 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 Homer.

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

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

The states that love mythical dog names the most are South Dakota, Wyoming and Alaska.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Kansas, Vermont and Arkansas.

Which countries have the most love for Mythical Dog Names?

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

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE mythical dog names are Finland, Montenegro and New Caledonia.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Saudi Arabia, Taiwan and China.