So, you have a brand-new Poodle but are having difficulty coming up with any good Poodle names. There are far too many to choose from, and it can certainly seem overwhelming.
Poodles are intelligent dogs that have always been perceived as classy dogs, so finding just the right name is super important, especially since you need to live with this name for many years to come!
We collected over 150 names that we hope might be a good fit for your new Poodle. There’s everything from male, female, and genderless names to cute and classy names! We hope that you’ll find your dog’s name on our list or that we have at least inspired you to discover the perfect name for your beautiful Poodle.
How to Name Your Poodle
You can start by using your pup’s color or size as inspiration for a name. You can also consider French names because Poodles hail from France. The French word for your Poodle’s coloring might end up being a great fit!
There are also your favorite musicians and celebrities. Do you have a favorite character from a book, TV show, or movie? If a Poodle has a quirky personality or trait, many dog owners end up using this as inspiration for a name.
We go over these ideas and quite a few other categories. We hope that you’ll find something that will be the perfect name for you and your Poodle.
Poodle Colors and Patterns
Before we start going over the names, let’s cover the various colors that Poodles can come in. These colors could help you think up a name as well.
If your Poodle is one of these colors, we have a list in this article that has a variety of different Poodle dog names for these colors.
Female Poodle Names
If you have a female poodle and you would love to give her a feminine name, we have a bunch to look through here. These include famous women from our history, so they all make great girl poodle names.
Male Poodle Names
Perhaps you want boy Poodle names for your male Poodle. We included male names that might suit your Poodle and have also included historical figure names.
Genderless Poodle Names
If your dog’s gender doesn’t matter to you and you prefer a more gender-neutral name, we’ve got great names for you. Some of these are a play on your Poodle’s size. You can have fun with this! If you have a standard Poodle, you can name them Peewee, for example. Here are a few genderless Poodle names to get you started.
Cute Poodle Names
Poodles are adorable, especially those tiny Toy Poodles, so here are a few names that can be classified as cute names.
Classy Poodle Names
Poodles are cute, but they also always have a classy aura about them. So, we have several elegant names that you can consider.
French Poodle Names
Poodles are French, so why not give them a French name? This is a collection of male and female names, as well as names for items that not only mean something special but also sound classy and well, French!
Names Based on Food and Drinks
These names are all based on food and drinks. They can be used just for fun, or you can pick one of these names based on your Poodle’s color or size.
Blue Poodle Names
If you have a blue Poodle, the following are all names based on that color. You can use a thesaurus for even more ideas if none of these work for you.
Black Poodle Names
If you have a black Poodle, you have plenty of options! You can also consider famous characters known for wearing black, which we’ve included here.
White Poodle Names
Poodles are probably most famous for being white. Our list wouldn’t be complete without a variety of names based on that color!
Poodle Names Based on Colors
These names are a variety of different words for colors. Whether or not your dog is actually any of these colors or you think that one of these words can make a great name for your Poodle, we at least hope that they inspire you.
Poodle Names Based on Mythology
Mythologies are full of great names! You can read through your favorite myth if we don’t have the right name here, and maybe you’ll find an excellent name for your Poodle.
Poodle Names Based on Fictional Characters
Here are names of fictional characters, of which there are too many to list here. If you don’t want any of these names, look through the names of characters from your favorite TV shows, movies, and books.
Use Your Imagination!
There are no rules when you want to name your dog. However, it’s always a good idea to try the name out loud before you settle on it. Imagine yelling for your Poodle while they’re outside: Is it embarrassing or hard to say?
That said, feel free to give your Poodle a silly name: Winnie the Poodle, Sherlock Bones, Indiana Bones, and even Woofgang Amadeus. If you love it, go for it!
Conclusion
These names are just a few of the multitudes of names out there. We hope that even if you didn’t find the right name in one of our lists, perhaps we’ve given you a few ideas that will bring you closer to the perfect name. You obviously want a name that is just as unique as your Poodle!
Remember to try out a thesaurus and name list searching. If your favorite color is green, look it up because there are many unique sounding words synonymous with green. Once you find the right name, you’ll know it — and so will your Poodle!
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