Roman Dog Names

Who can forget the Romans, some of the greatest conquerors of all time? These Roman dog names are perfect for history buffs, or just those who want to name their dog something powerful.

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AelloAello is a Harpy in Greek mythology, not directly linked to Roman culture.
AeolusAssociated with wind, he's a god in Roman mythology.
AgnesDerived from Latin, meaning pure or holy, often used in Roman culture.
AlkeAssociated with strength and valor in ancient Roman mythology.
ApolloRoman god of music, poetry, healing, and the sun.
ArgiodusArgiodus is a Latin term referring to a silver or money keeper.
AsbolusAssociated with Roman mythology, representing a centaur seer.
AuroraGoddess of dawn in Roman mythology, symbolizing new beginnings.
BacchusHe's the Roman god of wine, agriculture, and fertility.
BellonaBellona is the Roman goddess of war and military.
CaladriusA mythical bird in Roman folklore believed to predict illness outcomes.
CanacheNo connection between Canache and Roman culture or language exists.
CardeaRoman goddess of door hinges, thresholds, and change.
CeceDerived from Latin, meaning "blind", often used in ancient Rome.
CelerCeler was a common surname in ancient Rome.
CervaCerva means "deer" in Latin, a language used in ancient Rome.
CraugisAssociated with ancient Roman language, possibly a personal or place name.
CupidRoman god of love, derived from Latin word 'cupido' meaning desire.
CyclopsOne-eyed giants in Roman mythology, often linked to the god Vulcan.
CypriusRefers to a person from Cyprus in Latin.
DecimaDecima is a Roman goddess who determines a person's lifespan.
DianaGoddess of the hunt, moon, and nature in Roman mythology.
DorceusAssociated with ancient Roman mythology, possibly derived from "Dorcus".
DromasDromas is Latin for runner, often associated with Roman athletes.
FaunaGoddess of fertility and nature in ancient Roman mythology.
FaunusRoman god of forests, wildlife, and fertility, similar to Greek Pan.
FeroxFerox means "fierce" or "wild" in Latin, used in ancient Rome.
FloraGoddess of flowers and spring in Roman mythology.
FortunaGoddess of luck and fortune in ancient Roman religion and mythology.
GeniusGenius was a protective spirit in ancient Roman religion.
HarpalosHarpalos was a friend and treasurer of Alexander the Great.
HarpyHarpy is a mythical creature from Roman and Greek mythology.
HarpyiaAssociated with Roman mythology, representing monstrous, bird-like creatures.
HonosHonos was the Roman god of military honor and chivalry.
HylactorHylactor was a hunting dog in Roman mythology.
HylaeusAssociated with ancient Roman mythology, representing a nymph's lover.
HyrcanusA high priest and ruler during the Hasmonean dynasty in Rome.
IchnobatesA Roman gladiator type, known for fighting with a small shield.
IssaDerived from Roman name Eisa, meaning "iron" in Latin.
JanaDerived from Janus, Roman god of beginnings and transitions.
JanusRoman god of beginnings, endings, transitions, doorways, and time.
JunoJuno is the ancient Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth.
JupiterNamed after the Roman king of gods and sky.
LabrosDerived from Latin, meaning "lips" in English.
LachneAssociated with Roman mythology, symbolizing a nymph of dew or mist.
LadonLadon is a dragon in Greek mythology, not connected to Roman culture.
LaelapsLaelaps was a mythical dog that never failed to catch its prey.
LakonAssociated with Laconia, region in Greece known for Spartan warriors.
LaneDerived from Latin "Lanus", meaning a passageway or path.
LemureLemure refers to a restless or malignant spirit in ancient Roman belief.
LeuconAssociated with a Roman philosopher and teacher of rhetoric.
LiberLiber was a Roman god of fertility and wine.
LiberaAssociated with Roman goddess of fertility and earth's bounty.
LunaRoman goddess of the moon was called Luna.
LupaMeans "she-wolf" in Latin, significant in Rome's founding myth.
LycisceA character in Virgil's pastoral poems, representing Roman pastoral tradition.
LydiaDerived from ancient region Lydia, popular in Roman Empire era.
MaceAssociated with a ceremonial staff of office in ancient Rome.
MaiaMaia is a Roman goddess of spring and growth.
MargaritaDerived from Latin, meaning pearl, often used in Roman culture.
MarsNamed after the Roman god of war.
MelampusAssociated with ancient Greek mythology, not Roman culture or language.
MelanchaetesAssociated with Roman mythology, symbolizing a servant of Pluto, god of underworld.
MelaneusAssociated with Roman mythology, known as a river god.
MercuryNamed after Roman god of trade, thieves, and travel.
MinervaGoddess of wisdom, arts, trade, and strategic warfare in Roman mythology.
MortaMorta is a goddess of death in Roman mythology.
MyiaDerived from Latin, meaning "sweet" or "pleasant".
NapeAssociated with Latin term for back or rear, often used in anatomy.
NebrophonosAssociated with Roman mythology, signifies "loud-voiced" or "booming" in Latin.
NeptuneNamed after the Roman god of the sea.
NonaIn Roman mythology, Nona is the goddess of pregnancy.
NumetorNumetor is a legendary king in ancient Roman history.
OpisAn ancient Roman goddess associated with fertility and earth's bounty.
OrcusOrcus was a god of the underworld in Roman mythology.
OresitrophosAssociated with Roman mythology, symbolizing the god of mountains.
OribasosA Greek physician and friend to Roman Emperor Julian.
PageDerived from Latin "Pagus", meaning countryside, indicating a rural dweller.
PamphagosPamphagos is a Latin term meaning "all-consuming" or "devouring everything".
PatricusPatricus is Latin for "nobleman", often used in ancient Rome.
PaxMeans "peace" in Latin, often personified as a Roman goddess.
PerseusAssociated with a hero from Greek mythology, adopted by Romans.
PicusA legendary king of Latium and woodpecker god in Roman mythology.
PlutoPluto is the Roman god of the underworld and wealth.
PoemenisAssociated with Roman mythology, often linked to a lunar deity.
PomonaRoman goddess of fruitful abundance and orchards.
PterelasPterelas is a character in Roman playwright Plautus's comedy "Truculentus".
PyrrhusA Greek king who fought Rome in Pyrrhic victories.
RemusAssociated with Rome's foundation myth, twin brother of Romulus.
RheaMother of Romulus and Remus, founders of Rome in mythology.
RomulusFounded Rome and its first king, according to Roman mythology.
RoseRoman culture used the flower as a symbol of love and beauty.
SancusAssociated with oaths, honesty, and contracts in ancient Roman religion.
SaturnNamed after Roman god of agriculture and wealth.
SkylaxAssociated with ancient Roman explorer who mapped the Mediterranean Sea.
SpoudeNo connection between Spoude and Roman culture or language exists.
SticteAssociated with Roman goddess of silence and secrecy, Tacita.
StrixStrix refers to a mythical bird in Roman folklore, often associated with witches.
TerminusTerminus was the Roman god of boundaries and landmarks.
TerraTerra was the Roman goddess of earth and land.
TheridamasAssociated with a character in Christopher Marlowe's play "Tamburlaine".
TheronDerived from Greek, not connected to Roman culture or language.
ThoosAssociated with Roman mythology as a swift, storm-footed giant.
TigrisDerived from Latin, represents a major river in the Roman Empire.
TriviaAssociated with Roman goddess of crossroads, symbolizing three-way intersections.
VictoriaDerived from Latin, symbolizing victory or conquer in Roman mythology.
VulcanGod of fire and metalworking in Roman mythology.

Roman Dog Names currently rank in 22nd place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of November 2026, roman 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 Roman Dog Names?

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

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

Terminus 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 Diana.

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