Dog Names in Spanish: Over 50 popular names for dogs in Spanish!
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More infoIn Latin America, family is of utmost importance, and dogs are considered by many to be members of the family. So in welcoming such an important family member, choosing a dog’s name is a big deal. That’s why today’s post is all about dog names in Spanish!
Of course here at BaseLang we also just love dogs, so this is yet another post in our series along with Spanish dog commands, and general vocab for animals in Spanish. So whether you’re simply a dog fan like us, you need to choose a name for your dog, or you’ve met a few Spanish dogs and wonder what their names mean, you’ll surely enjoy today’s post on Spanish dog names!
Since we’re introducing over 50 common dog names in Spanish, we’ll break them down into categories based on the characteristics of the dogs. From Spanish female or male dog names, to Spanish dog names for different dog colors, to sweet dog names in Spanish, you’ll surely find a suitable name for your furry family member!
Rocco
Spanish Dog Breeds
Before diving into the full list of dog names in Spanish, let’s learn some vocabulary for the typical dog breeds – razas de perros coming from Spain and Latin America.
| Spanish | English |
| Chihuahua | Chihuahua |
| MastÃn español | Spanish Mastiff |
| Gran Pirineo | Great Pyrénées |
| Pastor catalán | Catalan Sheepdog |
| Dogo argentino | Argentine Dogo |
| Cimarrón uruguayo | Uruguayan Cimarron |
| MucuchÃes | Mucuchies Venezuelan Sheepdog |
| Xoloitzcuintli | Mexican Hairless Dog |
Of course, Spanish names can be suitable for your dog even if it’s not one of these breeds! Whether you’re looking for a way to recognize your pet’s looks or its attitude, let’s dive into our Spanish dog names so your beloved pup can stand out in the crowd!
Nieve, a Great Pyrénées sheepdog, at work in the Pyrénées
Spanish Female Dog Names
If you enjoy the company of a female dog – una perra, you’ll be interested in this list of feminine dog names in Spanish. There may be thousands of potential names for perritas, but we’ve narrowed this list down to our favorite ones.
| Spanish Female Dog Name | Meaning |
| Bella | Beautiful |
| Alba | Dawn |
| Cande | Candle |
| Celia | Heaven |
| Charo | Rosary |
| Esperanza | Hope |
| Emilia | Emily |
| Estrella | Star |
| Lupita | Little wolf |
| PÃa | Pious |
| Ricarda | Powerful ruler |
| Trini | Trinity |
| Violeta | Violet |
| JazmÃn | Jasmine flower |
| Frida | Peace |
Estrella
Spanish Male Dog Names
If your four-legged friend – amigo de cuatro patas is a male pup, here we provide you with many Spanish male dog names that will make your dog’s name sound like a real Spanish cachorrito – puppy.
| Spanish Male Dog Name | Meaning |
| Bruno | Shell |
| Pancho | Hot dog |
| Milo | Beloved |
| Zorro | A famous movie character |
| Torpe | Clumsy |
| Delgado | Skinny |
| Benito | Blessed |
| Rocco | Strong as a rock |
| Paco | French |
| Gaspar | Treasure bearer |
| Manuel | God is with us |
| Coco | Coconut |
| Pucho | Slang for cigarette |
| Lobo | Wolf |
Milo
Spanish Names for Black Dogs
Black dogs can have special personalities, that’s why they deserve very special names. In Spanish, there are many popular dog names that are perfect for your beloved black pet.
| Spanish Black Dog Names | Meaning |
| Negrito, Negrita | Little black |
| Tinto (male) | Red wine |
| Noche (female) | Night |
| Cuervo (male) | Raven |
| Diablito, Diablita | Little devil |
| Pantera | Panther |
Several of these Spanish pet names are derived from other species with similar coloring. For more inspiration, check out our vocab post of animals in Spanish!
Diablita
Spanish Names for White Dogs
The white color has a very distinctive and symbolic meaning, and there’s no exception for white dogs. Here, we offer you some options for dog names in Spanish for those pure little white puppers.
| Spanish White Dog Names | Meaning |
| Nieve (female) | Snow |
| Blanco, Blanca | White |
| Fantasma | Ghost |
| Relámpago (male) | Lightning |
| Luz (female) | Light |
| Paloma, Palomo | Dove |
| Luna (female) | Moon |
| Perla (female) | Pearl |
Luna and Palomo
Spanish Names for Brown Dogs
If you are the proud owner of a brown dog, the following list will help you come up with a singular name that will describe either the physical characteristic or personality of your best animal friend.
| Spanish Brown Dog Names | Meaning |
| Galleta (female) | Cookie |
| Caramelo (male) | Candy |
| Castaña (female) | Chestnut |
| Canela (female) | Cinnamon |
| Avellana (female) | Hazel |
| Dorado, Dorada | Golden |
If your pet’s coat has some other shade to it, you can probably find it in our post on colors in Spanish.
Castaña
Spanish Cool Dog Names
This next list of Spanish dog names include some that just sound cool, while allowing you to describe the striking personality of your four-legged friend.
| Spanish Cool Dog Names | Meaning |
| Bandido, Bandida | Bandit |
| Rebelde | Rebel |
| Chispa (female) | Spark |
| Gitano, Gitana | Gipsy |
| Trueno (male) | Thunder |
Bandida
Spanish Sweet Dog Names
In case you’re on the team of sweet and tender dogs, the next series of dog names in Spanish is for you. This is a list of adorable names for your furry family member, which are sure to reflect their kind and gentle nature.
| Spanish Sweet Dog Names | Meaning |
| Chiquito, Chiquita | Little one |
| Dulce | Sweet |
| Corazón | Heart |
| Bonito, Bonita | Little pretty |
| Amor (male) | Love |
| Mariposa (female) | Butterfly |
Mariposa
Conclusion
Pet names in Spanish reflect both the personalities of the animals themselves, and of their owners. In this post, we provided you with over 50 of the most popular Spanish names for dogs.
So whether you’re looking for some inspiration to name a new pet, or you’re meeting your neighbor’s dogs and you wonder what those Spanish dog names mean, we hope you’ve enjoyed learning some of the best dog names in Spanish for all of our canine companions!
