The unique male dog names on this page are considered unique because they aren’t the run of the mill names so often heard on all the other dogs at the groomers or kennel.
Let’s face it, your pup is unique, isn’t he? Then why give him a name that you’ve heard a million times already? One of the dangers of giving him a common name is that when you call him at the dog park, not only will he respond, but a lot of other dogs will come running too!
Have you ever thought out the ramifications that come with having a bunch of dogs named Max* in your car after playtime down at the park? Sure, your pup will love the extra company, but will you?
This is one of the reasons why we stayed away from offering the most commonly heard dog names on this page, and only offer distinctive dog names for unique pups like yours.
*Max is voted the most popular male dog name year after year.
Our Suggestions And Lists…
Astro: Is your pup out of this world? Does he orbit around you when you come home? Is your love for him astronomical? Then maybe Astro might make a good name, or perhaps Astro Boy as a variation. *Somewhat similar name ideas: Orbit, Shuttle
Bullwinkle: Good for the dog with large ears, or one whose large enough to take up most of the room. Also good for the fans of the old Rocky and Bullwinkle cartoon from years ago who’ll remember his famous quote…”Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat.” *Somewhat similar name ideas: Rocky, Mr. Peabody
Cabo: A unique male dog name for the pup that likes to party. Named after the popular vacation location of Cabo San Lucas in Mexico, better not let this party dog drink and drive! *Somewhat similar name ideas: Rio, Havana, Vegas
Denali: A large sounding name like this, which is after a national park in Alaska, as well as an oversized SUV, would work well on a large breed or even a small dog that thinks he’s a big one, like a Chihuahua.
Fortune: Perfect for a dog that always manages to come out on top, whether it was rescued in the nick of time, or just had the good fortune of coming home to your family. *Somewhat similar name ideas: Cash, Lotto, Vegas, Reno.
Grandeur: A good name possibility for a large breed that carries itself with style and grace. When Grandeur enters the room, all heads turn. *Somewhat similar name ideas: Majestic, Splendor
Amigo
Elias
Inky
Barfly
Exeter
Jester
Bullwinkle
Fearless
Jasper
Cairo
Fido
Karma
Crouton
Gilligan
Kirby
Cha-Cha
Geezer
Lewis
Dandy
Hoodlum
Lovechild
Dreamer
Harold
Lyric
Dustin
I.O.U
Mafia
Even More Name Ideas...
Jet: Fast, sleek, the Nascar of the canine world, this pup will never turn down a run on the beach, if you can catch him. A unique male dog name possibility for a Greyhound or Whippet. *Somewhat similar name ideas: Stealth, Bomber, Blackhawk.
Miracle: Did your boy come along during a difficulty time in your life? Or perhaps he survived a difficult birth, or tough time before being rescued? *Somewhat similar name ideas: Marvel, Wonder Dog, Angel.
Onyx: A black colored stone, this name would be a unique male dog name for any pup that’s black in coloration regardless of which breed he is. *Somewhat similar name ideas: Blackie, Ash, Midnight, Shadow.
Rebel: Is your dog the bad boy of the canine world? Since all girls love bad boys, does he have his own female entourage? *Somewhat similar name ideas: Rowdy, Stallone, Marlon.
Ulysses: A military name after Ulysses S. Grant, this is a good choice for the take charge pup. *Somewhat similar name ideas: General, Grant, Sherman, Lee, Victory, Rebel.
Wonderdog: A unique male dog name for the pooch that can leap tall buildings in a single bound. Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird…it’s a plane…no…It’s Wonderdog!