15 Best Cute Names for Female Dogs

Sweet Dog Name's for Your Best Furry Friend

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Christina Donnelly
Christina Donnelly
Christina Donnelly is a small animal expert focusing on dogs and writer with over 12 years of experience in animal welfare. She has volunteered for shelters and organizations, including the ASPCA and Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.
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Updated on 05/15/20
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When it comes time to name your new female puppy or dog, and you want to find something that captures her cute looks. It's also important to make sure that the name is easy for your pet to learn and understand, too. If you are spinning your wheels trying to find the perfect moniker for your pooch, take a look a some of the best cute female dog names that can suit any breed.

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Best Cute Female Dog Names

  • Annie
  • Bella
  • Coco
  • Daisy
  • Lady
  • Lucy
  • Minnie
  • Mocha
  • Molly
  • Peanut
  • Princess
  • Sadie
  • Scout
  • Winnie
  • Zoe

Fun Fact

Your dog is quite intelligent; it has the mental abilities of a 2-year-old human child. The average dog can learn up to 165 words, including signals and gestures. The smartest dog breeds (generally, border collies, poodles, and German shepherds) can learn up to 250 words. So, think about the words you use around your dog. And, put some thought into the name you pick for your dog, especially if you want it to come when called.

Tips for Naming Your Cute Dog

Consider names with one or two syllables and hard consonants, which will make it easier for your dog to hear and understand. Avoid giving names that sound like commands, such as "Kit" which can be confused with "sit." Also, do not give your dog a name that sounds like a family member, such as Jax which is too close to Jack. If you're still unable to match your dog to a name, think about your dog's personality or something quirky that your dog does that can yield a truly unique, often cute, name.

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Cute Female Golden Retriever Names

Take a look at this list of cute names for female golden retrievers. Most of these adorable names work well for any kind of dog or blonde or golden colored pups.

  • Angel
  • Biscuit
  • Buttercup
  • Cookie
  • Cupcake
  • Fluffy
  • Happy
  • Marigold
  • Marshmallow
  • Peaches
  • Precious
  • Sugar
  • Sunshine
  • Sweetie
  • Waffles

Cute German-inspired Female Dog Names

Whether you love German culture, its food, or are getting a dog with German origins—like a German Shepherd, Rottweiler, or Pinscher—take a look at these charming feminine dog names.

  • Ada
  • Astrid
  • Britta
  • Dumpling
  • Elsa
  • Gretel
  • Heidi
  • Lotti
  • Milla
  • Nia
  • Sascha
  • Schnapps
  • Schnitzel
  • Strudel
  • Zelda

Cute African-inspired Female Dog Names

Many African names emphasize beauty and joy. Others are just right for a spunky girl dog with attitude—like Kwini or Kali.

  • Asha (Lively)
  • Addia (Being a gift)
  • Kamikazi (Queen)
  • Kianga (Sunshine)
  • Siti (Lady)
  • Monna (Unique)
  • Amina (Peaceful, safe)
  • Kwini (Queen)
  • Titi (Flower)
  • Mhina (Full of delight)
  • Moseka (Young girl)
  • Kanzi (Treasure)
  • Kali (Energetic)
  • Aaliyah (Noble)
  • Nala (Beloved)

Cute Poodle Female Dog Names

Check out some dainty suggestions for female poodles that cross over nicely for any adorable pooch.

  • Missy
  • Gigi
  • Eliza
  • Cher
  • Mia
  • Darcy
  • Della
  • Piper
  • Darling
  • Duchess
  • Lady
  • Lola
  • Pixie
  • Dakota
  • Pearl

A to Z Cute Female Dog Names

A–B

  • Aaliyah
  • Ada
  • Addia
  • Amina
  • Angel
  • Asha
  • Astrid
  • Biscuit
  • Britta
  • Buttercup

C–E

  • Cher
  • Cookie
  • Cupcake
  • Dakota
  • Darcy
  • Darling
  • Della
  • Duchess
  • Dumpling
  • Eliza
  • Elsa

F–K

  • Fluffy
  • Gigi
  • Gretel
  • Happy
  • Heidi
  • Kali
  • Kamikazi
  • Kanzi
  • Kianga
  • Kwini

L–M

  • Lady
  • Lola
  • Lotti
  • Marigold
  • Marshmallow
  • Mhina
  • Mia
  • Milla
  • Missy
  • Monna
  • Moseka

N–P

  • Nala
  • Nia
  • Peaches
  • Pearl
  • Piper
  • Pixie
  • Precious

S–Z

  • Sascha
  • Schnapps
  • Schnitzel
  • Siti
  • Strudel
  • Sugar
  • Sunshine
  • Sweetie
  • Titi
  • Waffles
  • Zelda

Other Dog Names

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