240+ Funny Dog Names For Your Goofball Pup
It’s time to crank up the silly folks, because this list of funny names is sure to have you LOL-ing for days!
We have rounded up all the silly puns and downright hilarious dog name ideas we could find and put them all here in one place for you to snort-laugh your way through.
So if you have a wicked sense of humor and have yourself a pup with a goofy personality, you’re sure to find an epic moniker here that will make an impression on everyone you meet.
WARNING: This list of funny names may result in cheek cramps and sore tummy muscles – proceed with caution!
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👩 Funny Girl Dog Names For Your Cute Lady Friend
These funny girl dog names have some of the best puns ever. Whether you’re a fan of pop culture or just love one of the celebrity figures mentioned, we are sure one of these funny names will suit your lovely lady. We adore “Queen Elizabark” for a Corgi.
| Catherine Zeta Bones | Catherine Zeta Jones is an actress |
| Cleopawtra | Cleopatra was the great Egyptian Queen |
| Furgie | Sarah Ferguson was known as “Fergie” – this is a great name for a fluffy pet |
| J.K. Growling | J.K. Rowling is a famous author |
| Katy Pawry | Katy Perry |
| Lisa Vanderpup | Lisa Vanderpump is a TV personality |
| Queen Elizabark | Queen Elizabeth – not too sure the Royal Family will approve of this one |
| Sarah Jessica Barker | Sarah Jessica Parker |
| Tina Spray | Tina Fey is an actress |
| Virginia Woof | Virginia Woof is a play on Virginia Woolf, the English writer |
👨 Ideas For Funny Boy Dog Names For All Male Dogs
Check out all these funny boy dog names! We think “Droolius Caesar” is the best name ever for Saint Bernard dogs and we adore the funny dog name “Pee Wee” for any small breed male dogs, like the Chihuahua or a Jack Russell Terrier.
| Al Poo-Chino | Al Pacino is an actor |
| Andy Warhowl | Andy Warhol was a visual artist |
| Bark Twain | Mark Twain was a famous writer |
| Bark Wahlberg | Mark Wahlberg is an actor |
| Brad Sitt | Brad Pitt is an actor |
| Chuck Norris | a funny dog's name – he's a martial artist and actor |
| Droolius Caesar | Julius Caesar was one of the most famous Roman rulers |
| Groucho Barks | Groucho Marx was a comedian, actor, writer and singer – a really fun name for grumpy dogs who always bark at people! |
| James Earl Bones | James Earl Jones is an actor |
| Jerry Chewis | Jerry Lewis was an American comedian – a great name for dogs who like to chew things |
| Jimmy Chew | Jimmy Chew should be Jimmy Choo |
| Kevin Pawstner | Kevin Costner is an actor |
| Napoleon Bonapug | For the French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte |
| Pawtrick Dumpsey | Patrick Dempsey is an actor |
| Pee Wee | Pee Wee Hermin was an actor – “Pee Wee” is a funny name for small dogs |
| Phil McCracken | He was an American visual artist |
| Woofgang Pup | Wolfgang Puck is an Austrian-American Chef |
👩👦 Funny Human Names For Female and Male Dogs
While these dog names are human names, generally people seem to find naming their dog an old-fashioned name quite funny and we would have to agree! You have to admit a male dog named “Waldo” or a female named “Gertrude” is pretty funny, but since we love dad joke puns, our top pick is “Furdinand”.
| Arthur |
| Beatrice |
| Bert |
| Bob |
| Cecil |
| Clive |
| Clyde |
| Edith |
| Ernest |
| Ferdinand (or rather “Furdinand” for a good pun) |
| Gerald |
| Gertrude |
| Hank |
| Harold |
| Horace |
| Horatio |
| Howard |
| Jerry |
| Lloyd |
| Maude |
| Nigel |
| Norbert |
| Norman |
| Reginald |
| Ruth |
| Waldo |
| Walter |
🤡 Super Silly Ideas For Funny Dog Names For Your Pooch
These funny names are totally extreme but utterly hilarious. The Cocker Spaniel breed is well-known for their waggy tails and happy temperament and so would totally suit the name “Alfred von Wigglebottom” – just imagine calling that out at the dog park!
| Alfred von Wigglebottom | how would you not smile every time you called your pooch? |
| Barbie Doll | the popular toy doll |
| Ben Dover | say it fast – lol |
| Betsy Wetsy | a drink and wet style of doll from the 1930's – ideal for your lady friend who hasn't mastered toilet training yet |
| Betty Spaghetty | these are toy dolls |
| Captain Chaos | this name just sums up those early puppy days |
| Captain Sniffer | if your new dog is a Hound breed this is a really funny name |
| Count Droolsbury | for all those big dogs with slobbery jowls |
| Deputy Dawg | a great name for a German Shepherd pup as this breed is often used as service dogs |
| G.I Joe | the popular toy figurine |
| GoDaddy | an IT company for hosting websites |
| Hoppy | for the hyperactive pet who just can't sit still |
| Hot Rod Woofington | just a cool name to make you smile |
| Howler | if your new pup is a Siberian Husky who serenades you at 3am |
| Lucky Goodsniffer | a funny dog's name for a curious pup that always has his nose in something (usually trouble) |
| Mac Daddy | a Mac Daddy is a flirtatious and seductive man – great for a pooch with those big doleful puppy dog eyes |
| Micro Machine | toy cars |
| Miss Furbulous | for the sophisticated female pup |
| Miss Wagglebutt | for a lady friend who struts around the dog park |
| Missy Kissy | a doll that talks, drinks, wets and sings |
| Mister Fluffers | for really fluffy big dogs |
| Mr. Waggles | for a pup with a really happy tail |
| Pawlick Officer | for police officer – if your buddy likes to uphold the law |
| Polly Pocket | these are small dolls – the perfect name for female small dogs |
| Poochie | adding “ie” to the end just makes it an awesome dog's name |
| Professor Wagglesworth | a funny name for a puppy with a more serious personality |
| Sergeant Barkowitz | this is just a funny name especially if you have a dog who loves to bark on your hands |
| Sir Barks a Lot | “Sir Barks a Lot” is a fun name for yappy pups and it can be shortened to “Sir Barks” |
| Sir Licks a Lot | For the puppy who thinks you're a lollipop! |
| Sir Waggington | a funny name for any dog's breed – all happy dogs wag their tails |
| Spark Pug | inspiration from the humble spark plug |
| Subwoofer | a type of speaker |
| Wagger | a great dog name for a pooch who is always wagging his tail |
| Woofer | a funny dog name for a pup who is always talking to you in woofs |
📽️ Funny Dog Names From Movies, TV Shows and Books For Your Pet With a Fun Personality
Pop culture never disappoints with some of the best dog names ever on this list. There are so many funny names here, we cannot settle on a favorite!
| Bilbo Barkins | Bilbo Baggins from The Hobbit |
| Blippi | Blippi is a TV series for kids |
| Boba Fett | from Star Wars |
| Bruiser | Legally Blonde – funny name for small dogs |
| Bullwinkle J. Moose | Rocky and Bullwinkle TV Show |
| Chewbarka | for Chewbacca from Star Wars |
| Dennis the Menace | Dennis the Menace was a cartoon strip that was turned into a film |
| Dipsy | one of the Teletubbies |
| Dobby | the house elf in Harry Potter |
| Doc McPuppins | for the Doc McStuffins TV series |
| Doggy Howlser M.D. | for Doogie Howser M.D – an American sitcom |
| Dogzilla | Godzilla is the inspiration behind this name |
| Dumbledore | the greatest wizard in the Harry Potter series |
| Elmo | The Muppets |
| Foxface | a character from the Hunger Games |
| Frankenweenie | from the horror/comedy movie Frankenweenie |
| Frasier | from the TV shows Cheers and Frasier |
| Fresh Prints | Fresh Prince of Bel Air was a funny TV series |
| Gandalf | the wizard from the Lord of the Rings |
| Gidget | from The Secret Life of Pets |
| Hairy Pawter | Harry Potter |
| Hobbit | The Hobbit is a book and a movie |
| Indiana Bones | Indiana Jones |
| Jabba the Mutt | Jabba the Hutt is from Star Wars |
| John Darling | a character in Peter Pan |
| King Kong | King Kong has appeared in a number of movies |
| Lala | one of the Teletubbies |
| Lots-O'- Huggin' Bear | from Toy Story |
| Mary Puppins | Mary Puppins instead of Mary Poppins |
| Miss Havisham | Charles Dickens' Great Expectations |
| Mister Miyagi | Karate Kid |
| Mr. Dashwood | from the Little Women book |
| Nana | the beloved nursemaid in Peter Pan |
| Niles | from the Tv Show Frasier (Frasier's brother) |
| Oompa Loompa | from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory |
| Po | one of the Teletubbies |
| Prince of Barkness | the Prince of Darkness is a film |
| Prince Pondicherry | a character from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory |
| Puffy | from the movie There's something about Mary |
| Ricky Bobby | Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby – Will Ferrell movies are usually hilarious |
| Sally O' Malley | Molly Shannon played this character on Saturday Night Live |
| Samson the Horse | he is Prince Phillip's faithful horse in Sleeping Beauty – this is the perfect name for a big dog |
| Santa Paws | Santa Paws is a film series |
| Sherlock Bones | Sherlock Holmes |
| Slinky Dog | from Toy Story |
| Snots | from the movie National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation |
| Sookie | The Gilmore Girls |
| Stinky Pete | from Toy Story |
| Teletubby | for the kids show the Teletubbies |
| The Gruffalo | A famous book series for children |
| The Wizard of Paws | The Wizard of Oz |
| Tiberius | from The Secret Life of Pets |
| Tinky Winky | one of the Teletubbies |
| Uncle Buck | Uncle Buck is a hilarious comedy movie |
| Urkel | Steve Urkel was in the TV show Family Matters |
| White Fang | this is a novel, film and TV series and the perfect name for a white puppy |
| Willy Wonka | from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory |
| Winnie the Pooch | for Winnie the Pooh |
| Winnie the Poodle | for Winnie the Pooh |
| Yoda | from Star Wars – “Baby Yoda” for small dogs |
🍔 Food Inspired Funny Names For Every Dog’s Personality
Naming your dog after food is one of the top trends along with pop culture names. And we are sure you can see why with this wide range of funny names for your dog. We adore the dog names “Tater Tot” and “Fluffer Nutter”, but if you’re after a funny pun then “Furrito” can’t be beat.
| Chewy | you chew your food to eat – the perfect name for a new puppy that enjoys chewing your slippers! |
| Chickpea | a high protein legume and a funny name for girl pup |
| Chopstick | Chinese eating utensils – this name is sure to bring a smile to everyone who meets him or her |
| Dumpling | pieces of dough wrapped around various fillings |
| Fluffernutter | a sandwich made with peanut butter and marshmallow creme |
| Furrito | for the Burrito – Furrito is a really good pun |
| Kumquat | a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia and a great name for your new friend |
| Mango | a tropical fruit |
| Meatball | small balls of ground meat that are fried or baked |
| Nacho | corn chips smothered in cheese and other yummy toppings |
| Nibblets | corn in a can (Green Giant brand) |
| Noodles | such an awesome pet name |
| Nugget | for chicken nuggets – a laugh out loud kind of dog's name |
| Nutter Butter | a sandwich cookie |
| Pawpaw | another name for the papaya fruit – it's a great name for a big dog with giant paws |
| Peapod | the pod that the peas are in |
| Pickles | Love em or hate em, you can't deny this is one of the best funny dog names ever |
| Potato | an unusual but delightfully funny name to give to your furry buddy |
| Pumpkin | a type of vegetable belonging to the squash family |
| Pup Tart | Pop Tarts are a toaster snack |
| Puppacino | play on the Cappucino – it's also a drink you can order for your puppy so they don't feel left out at Starbucks |
| Pupperoni | Pepperoni is a common pizza topping |
| Tamale | a Mexican dish – corn husks are stuffed with various fillings (meat, cheese, veggies) |
| Tater Tot | small cylinders of grated potato that are deep fried – “Tater” is a great name for a pooch |
| Tic Tac | if your new puppy is really tiny, naming them after these small sweets is funny – even funnier is giving big dogs this name |
🎶 Inspiration For Funny Dog Names From Music For Your Dancing Puppy
If you have a dog who likes to wiggle and jiggle along to music with you, then choosing one of these music inspired funny names is the way to go. We love the dog names “Lick Jagger” or “Jitterbug” for a Labrador Retriever – this dog breed is known for their energy and desire to lick their owners.
| Billie Howliday | Billie Holiday was an American singer |
| Black Betty | song by Ram Jam and the perfect name for a girl puppy with a black coat |
| Diggie Smalls | Biggie Smalls or the Notorious B.I.G is an American Rapper |
| Diggy Azalea | Iggy Azalea is an Australian Rapper |
| Enrique Diglesias | Enrique Iglesias is a singer |
| Jitterbug | a swing dance that is extremely lively |
| Kanye Westie | for Kanye West the rapper – Westie is the nickname of West Highland White Terrier pups |
| Li'l Bow Wow | he's an American rapper |
| Lick Jagger | Mick Jagger is the lead singer for the Rolling Stones band |
| LL Drool J | LL Cool J is a rapper |
| Snarls Barkley | Gnarls Barkley is an American soul duo comprised of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse |
| Snoop Doggy | Snoop Dogg is a rapper |
🪵 Funny Dog Names Inspired by Nature
We have some really cool nature inspired dog names here that are bound to make you giggle. Our top pick funny names are “Puddles” and “Barkley”.
| Barker | for tree bark |
| Barkley | for tree bark |
| Buzzy | for bees |
| Drippy | for dripping raindrops – for all those big dogs that slobber everywhere |
| Flappy | for flapping wings of birds and bugs – the perfect funny dog name for a puppy with long flappy ears or a tongue that flops out |
| Flurry | for the gentle flurries of snow that fall – “Flurry” is a great name for a pooch with white spots |
| Puddles | perfect name for the puppy who just isn't getting the hang of toilet training |
| Snowball | ideal name for a fluffy white pet |
| Snowflake | if you have a super cool pooch that also happens to be white this is a funny dog name |
| Sparky | for sparks of flame |
| Sprout | for the new shoots that sprout in spring |
| Swishy | for the trees that swish back and forth in the wind |
| Wispy | for wisps of clouds |
👑 Presidential Pets With Funny Names
You’re not likely to typically associate presidents with being funny, but these real-life presidential pups are proof that even people with really serious jobs can have an incredible sense of humor. We love the name “Madame Moose” for a massive Newfie.
| Boston Beans | President Calvin Coolidge's Dog |
| Drunkard | George Washington's Dog |
| Fala | President Roosevelt's Dog |
| Fido | Abraham Lincoln's Dog |
| Him & Her | President Lyndon Johnson's Beagles – funny names for a pair of pets |
| Madame Moose | George Washington's Dog |
| Miss Beazley | the Scottish Terrier of President George W. Bush |
| Punch | President James Buchanan's Dog |
| Satan | President John Adams' Dog – this is a name you are not likely to forget! |
| Sweet Lips | George Washington's Dog |
| Veto | President James Garfield's Dog |
| Weegie | President Hoover's Dog |
🏈 Sporty Funny Dog Names For Your Buddy
Sports stars have some of the downright funniest names we have ever heard! We think the funny names “I.M. Hipp” and “Putt Putt” are really cool and slightly more appropriate than some of the other names on this list!
| Austin Powers | basketball player – this is funny because he is also an iconic movie character |
| Babe Woof | Babe Ruth was an iconic baseball player |
| Bake McBride | baseball player |
| Boof Bonser | baseball player |
| Dick Butkus | American football |
| Dick Trickle | American race car driver |
| Dimples | for the dimples on golf balls |
| God Shammgod | basketball coach |
| Guy Whimper | American football |
| I.M. Hipp | American football |
| Putt Putt | miniature golf |
| Razor Shines | baseball player |
| Ron Tugnutt | ice hockey player |
| Stubby Clapp | Canadian baseball coach |
| World B. Free | basketball player |
🎮 Inspiration For Funny Dog Names From Video Game Characters For Your Furry Friend
Ah guys, how can you beat a Husky named “Duff McWhalen”. There are some great dog names on this list from some of the most popular video games so you can honor your fandom right along with your quirky sense of humor.
| Bear Hugger | Super Punch Out |
| Boogerman | Boogerman: A Pick and Flick Adventure (which is exactly what it sounds like!) |
| Crash Bandicoot | Crash Bandicoot |
| Cyber Woo | King of the Monsters 2 |
| Donkey Kong | Donkey Kong series |
| Dr. Eggman | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Duff McWhalen | Mega Man X5 |
| Eggbert | Speedy Eggbert is a PC Video Game |
| Funky Kong | Donkey Kong series |
| Henry Cooldown | No More Heroes |
| Hot Coldman | Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker |
| Hunk Redfield | Resident Evil |
| Leisure Suit Larry | Leisure Suit Larry series |
| Mumbo Jumbo | Banjo-Kazooie series |
| Pizza Pasta | Italian boxer in Punch Out |
| Porky Minch | Earthbound series |
| Soap Mactavish | Call of Duty |
| Soda Popinski | Punch Out |
| Tingle | Legend of Zelda |
| Wakka | Final Fantasy X |
| Waluigi | Mario series |
Last Thoughts
We hope you have enjoyed our list of funny dog names and have had a good laugh! Let us know in the comments below which of these funny names you gave to your new puppy.
I’m Shelley, a content creator and copywriter from Wicklow in the Irish countryside. I am a big animal lover, so writing about dogs is a dream come true! I’m the crazy lady who will stop you in the street while you’re out walking your dog to give it cuddles. I adore all dogs, but I would have to say the big slobbery ones are my favorite.
