In this day and age, many dog owners are deciding to choose a unisex name for their pooch. It can make life so much easier. You can decide on the name you love and not have to worry about the dog’s gender. With that peace of mind, you’ll be able to focus on more important things – like puppy-proofing the house!
You may be thinking this sounds great and all but there aren’t too many gender-neutral names out there. That’s where this article comes in! We’ve compiled an exhaustive list to help you find the perfect name for your furry little friend. From cute to funny, it’s all on this list.
Top Unisex Dog Names
Listed below are 40 of the most popular unisex name ideas for your best friend. Check it out and see which one fits your dog!
- Addison
- Alex
- Ashes
- Avery
- Bailey
- Billie (Billy)
- Blair
- Bobby (Bobbi)
- Charlie
- Chris
- Cody
- Dakota
- Dallas
- Dani (Danny)
- Delaney
- Emerson
- Frankie
- Harper
- Hunter
- Jamie
- Jessie (Jesse)
- Jordan
- Lee
- Mickey (Micki)
- Niki (Nicky)
- Parker
- Randy
- Remy
- Rory
- Rudy
- Ryan
- Sam
- Sandy
- Sasha
- Sidney
- Stevie
- Taylor
- Terri (Terry)
- Toni (Tony)
- Vic
Gender Neutral Dog Names
One of the biggest advantages of a gender-neutral name? It’s sure to be cute. Below are some of the cutest names around that are sure to fit either your male or female puppy!
- Amigo
- Bandit
- Barkley
- Biscuit
- Bolt
- Buddy
- Burger
- Casper
- Chewy
- Chip
- Clover
- Coco
- Cookie
- Cuddles
- Cupcake
- Dobby
- Fido
- Flounder
- Fluffy
- Freckles
- Furball
- Furry
- Gizmo
- Gumbo
- Gumby
- Hoagie
- Jalapeno
- Jingles
- Jinx
- Klondike
- Koda
- Kona
- Lucky
- Marley
- Marlin
- Marshmallow
- Milkshake
- Moonpie
- Moose
- Muffin
- Munchkin
- Nacho
- Neptune
- Nova
- Nugget
- Nutmeg
- Onyx
- Oreo
- Ozzie
- Patch
- Paws
- Peanut
- Pepe
- Pongo
- Pudding
- Pumpkin
- Quinn
- Rocket
- Ruff
- Scout
- Shep
- Snickers
- Snoopy
- Sparky
- Stromboli
- Sunny (Sonny)
- Waffles
- Wags
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Funny Unisex Dog Names
If you have a great sense of humor than giving your new pet a name that makes you giggle may be the way to go. There are plenty of ways to come up with funny names – TV characters, movies or music.
You could also be ironic and name your regal poodle dog T-bone. The great thing about these names is that most of them can be unisex. Below you’ll find a list of some of the funniest names around.
- Bacon
- Bacon Bit
- Bruiser
- Bubba
- Chalupa
- Chaos
- Chewbarka
- Chunk
- Cletus
- Cujo
- Diablo
- Guinness
- Gyro
- Hamburglar
- Jumbo
- Kitty
- Meatball
- Pee Wee
- Pikachu
- Porkchop
- Snoop Dog
- Tank
- Yeti
- Yoda
Cute Neutral Dog Names
As a pet owner, you know there’s not another dog on the planet like your furry little bundle. With this in mind, it may be important for you to choose from a variety of unique dog names – names that aren’t so common at the dog park.
While these names are sure to be unique, they’re also gender-neutral and can fit any boy or girl dog.
- Bertie
- Champ
- Chance
- Chips
- Clancy
- Colby
- Cruz
- Digby
- Digger
- Eagle
- Figaro
- Galaxy
- Iggy
- Jigsy
- Kendall
- Kit
- Koko
- Midnight
- Mookie
- Penn
- Phoenix
- Puddles
- Rover
- Scooter
- Shaggy
- Shotski
- Skylar
- Starr
- Thumper
- Yogi
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Unisex Dog Names With Meanings
Do you want your dog’s name to mean love or happiness? You know, all the things she makes you feel? If that’s the case, look no further than this next section. Listed here you’ll find a large selection of gender-neutral names with their meanings – one is sure to melt your heart.
- Abra (mother of a multitude)
- Ace (one unit)
- Adler (he who is brave)
- Adrian (of the sea, dark one)
- Andi/Andy (brave)
- Arlo (army)
- Arron (enlightened)
- Asher (happiness)
- Ashton (ash tree town)
- Auden (old friend)
- Austin/Austen (great, magnificent) The perfect name for large dog breeds.
- Bellamy (beautiful friend) A perfect name for your best pal!
- Berber (indigenous North African people)
- Blaine (slender or thin) Perfect for a stately dog like a Great Dane.
- Blake (dark and attractive) Great for a dog that is black or has dark markings.
- Blakely (black, dark and pale)
- Blythe (kind and joyous)
- Bodhi (awakened and enlightened)
- Brady (one with the broad eyes)
- Briar (sturdy)
- Brighton (one who is loved)
- Brooke (small stream)
- Campbell (crooked mouth)
- Carmen (of the song)
- Carter (one who transports goods)
- Casey (watchful)
- Chandler (the maker of candles)
- Channing (young wolf) Do you have a Siberian Husky? This may be the perfect name!
- Costa (little, constant, steadfast one) Perfect moniker for your best pal that’s with you every step of the way.
- Dale (valley)
- Darby (freedom)
- Devin/Devon (poet)
- Dewey (beloved) It just may be the best name for your adored pet!
- Dylan (of the sea)
- Eden (pleasure, delight)
- Edison (an Old English last name)
- Ellery (from the elder tree island)
- Emery (brave, powerful)
- Evan (God is gracious, youthful)
- Fern (like the leafy green plant)
- Finley (fair hero)
- Fletch (arrow maker)
- Greer (watchful, alert) Fabulous name for a watchdog!
- Hadley (from the heather-covered meadow)
- Harlow (rocky hill)
- Hillary (bringer of joy) This certainly must be one of the qualities of your precious pooch – may be the best name for him too!
- Jackie (God is gracious)
- Jade/Jaden (precious stone)
- Jazz (based on modern music)
- Jetta (Latin meaning black gem)
- Joya (to have restraint)
- Jude (praised)
- Keegan (small fiery one) A great name for your tiny spitfire dog.
- Keely (beautiful, graceful) The perfect name for a stately poodle!
- Kelly (the warrior)
- Kennedy (helmeted warrior)
- Kerry (dark-haired one)
- Kirby (from the town with the church)
- Landry (estate ruler)
- Lane (a narrow country road)
- Lane (the one who takes the narrow path)
- Lennox (elm field)
- Logan (dweller in a little hollow)
- London (fortress)
- Lonnie (ready for battle) Do you have a guard dog? This could be a contender!
- Lumi (light bringer)
- Lyric (words of the song)
- Mackenzie (of the wise ruler)
- Marin (of the sea)
- Micah (one who is like the Lord)
- Monroe (river delta or red marsh)
- Montana (mountainous)
- Morgan (traveling or circling the sea)
- Mugsy (a gangster sidekick)
- Murphy (sea warrior)
- Nico (victory of the people)
- Noel/Noelle (born at Christmas) Was your pup a Christmas present? This is such a cute reminder of your pup’s birth!
- Oakley (sturdy and strong)
- Oswin (divine friend) A unique name fitting for your best friend.
- Owen (young warrior)
- Parker (gamekeeper)
- Quincy (to be patient) For the easy-going, peaceful pooch in your life.
- Rayne/Rain (strong counselor)
- Reagan (little king) Is your dog the head of the household? This may be the perfect fit!
- Reed (having red hair)
- Reese (enthusiasm, confident or ambitious)
- River (tranquil waters)
- Robin/Robyn (bright, shining, and famous)
- Rowan (of the tree)
- Sage (wise and healthy)
- Salem (peace) Great moniker for a calm dog.
- Sawyer (woodcutter)
- Shane (God is gracious)
- Shay (admired and respected)
- Silver (lustrous) For the dog with the beautiful mane!
- Sloan/Slone (warriors)
- Sterling (pure)
- Toby (the goodness of God)
- Tracy (war-like or fighter) Another great name for a watchdog!
- Vesper (an evening star)
- Wallis/Wallace (from Wales)
- Wren (rule)
- Wyatt (to guide) Great name for a service dog.
- Wynne (fair and pure)
- Yael (strength of God)
- Zuri (beautiful)
Cool Androgynous Dog Names
Does your dog just ooze coolness? Some dogs are just a bit more awesome than others. If this sounds like your pup, check out this next section of extremely cool dog names.
- Alpha
- Apache
- Archer
- Armani
- Arrow
- Astra
- Atom
- Baxter
- Blaze
- Blizzard
- Boomer
- Boss
- Boss Hog
- Bullet
- Buzz
- Cali
- Chief
- Cobra
- Colt
- Dash
- Dezi
- Dior
- Flare
- Flint
- Fury
- Hux
- Indie
- Jabba
- Java
- Jazz
- Kola
- Mac
- Mercedes
- Nebula
- Ninja
- Paddy
- Pepper
- Raven
- Remington
- Rey
- Rider
- Rio
- Royce
- Sabre
- Sidi
- Spike
- Stinger
- Storm
- Swifty
- Venus
- Vulpix
- Zippy
Multi-Sex Names
Picking a name can be challenging. It’s stressful and can cause a whole lot of panic and upheaval. That’s definitely not needed when you’re welcoming a new puppy into your house.
The beauty of gender-neutral names is that they can be very unique. Names that maybe you considered to be only “boy” names may take on a new light if used for a female dog.
While it still may be difficult to pick your favorite, thinking about naming your pet without the boundaries of gender may open up your mind to exciting new possibilities.
Check out even more names that would be perfect for a male or female dog.
- Adley
- Alexis
- Amry
- Angel
- Birch
- Brett
- Brooklyn
- Bryce
- Cameron/Kameron
- Collins
- Darcy
- Drew
- Duff
- Elliot
- Everest
- Ezra
- Finch
- Gray
- Henley
- Izzy
- James
- Jules
- Kim
- Kyle
- Kyrie
- Lake
- Leslie
- Loxley
- Mika
- Paisley
- Reid
- Sutton
- Tegan
- Tully
- Yuri
- Zion
The Name Game
Since this will be one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your dog, be sure to take your time. You will find a name that will stick out and fit your dog’s personality and your family’s style. Good luck and happy naming!
