200+ Unique Male Dog Names

Take this opportunity to name your new male dog a unique and unforgettable name, so it can stand out among the rest. Not only will it be a great conversation starter when you meet new people while out, but it'll be fun for you to experiment with different names. We've gathered more than 200 unusual male names to help you get started.

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Top Unusual Male Dog Names

Albus
Amadeus
Brad
Copernicus
Fettuccini
Flapjack
Galileo
Kevin
Mike
Moo Shu
Mowgli
Potato
Sherlock
Todd
Ulysses

Tips for Choosing Unusual Male Dog Names

When searching for an unusual male dog name, one of the first things to do is check out a list of the most popular male dog names. That way, you can steer clear of any names that are trendy or overly common. Pay attention to your particular dog's special physical characteristics and personality traits when trying to find a special and unique name. For instance, if your dog is cute and fluffy, you might want to avoid the most popular fluffy dog names. If you have a dachshund, you might want to avoid names that are popular for that breed like Oscar (as in Oscar Mayer—wiener dog, get it?) And if your dog is more serious or stoic, you might want to choose something that's better suited to him than a silly name, no matter how unique it might be. Sometimes, landing on the right unusual name is as easy as choosing something that is surprising or funny based on the type of dog you have. For instance, you might choose to name your chihuahua Goliath or you might decide to call your Great Dane Peanut.

When it comes to unusual male dog names, the choices are truly endless. Start your brainstorming session by perusing the following 60 unique male dog names that we have hand-picked for you. You just might discover your new dog’s name here, or perhaps these ideas will spark your own uncommonly creative list. First, let’s pull out some of our favorite unusual male dog names from all categories.

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More Unusual Male Dog Name Ideas

Browsing a variety of name categories can often help you find some contenders for the perfect unusual male dog name. Looking at lists of names can also inspire you to come up with something unique. Consider some unusual dog names amongst the following categories:

Unusual Male Dog Names Based on Human Names

Although some of the most popular male dog names are human names (such as Max, Charlie, Jack, Cooper, Jake, and Duke), many human names are not typical choices for a dog’s name. Here are some unusual male dog name choices based on human names:

Bill
Brad
Brian
Cedric
Chris
Gilbert
Jeff
Jim
John
Kevin
Kyle
Leonard
Lyle
Mark
Martin
Mike
Neil
Paul
Seamus
Sheldon
Steve
Todd
Winston

Unusual Male Dog Names Based on Foods

Food-based names can be fun and different for a dog’s name, especially if you consider yourself a “foodie.” Adam Sandler named his Bulldog Meatball (a hilarious and unusual choice!). If you are looking for some inspiration, grab your favorite snack and consider some of these food-themed unusual male dog name ideas to get you started:

Almond
Burger
DingDong
Donut
Falafel
Fettuccini
Flapjack
Garlic
Grits
Guava
Gumbo
HotDog
Licorice
Matzo
Meatloaf
Moo Shu
Panini
Peanut Butter
Pepperoni
Pickle
Pierogi
Potato
Pretzel
Quinoa
Scrapple
Spam
Taco
Toast
Tofu
Wonton

Unusual Male Dog Names Based on Historical Figures

Consider yourself a history buff? Choose your new dog’s name based on someone famous—many historical names are very rarely used as dog names. Here are just a few ideas: