Choosing the perfect name for your Poodle is an exciting part of welcoming them into your home. Known for their intelligence, elegance, and versatility, Poodles are one of the most popular breeds in the U.S., loved for their charm and adaptability. Whether you have a Standard, Miniature, or Toy Poodle, each brings a unique personality.
To help you find a name that suits your new Poodle, we’ve compiled a list of 190 popular Poodle names based on data from the NYC Dog Licensing Dataset.
Male Poodle Names
Here are some popular boy names for Poodles that might inspire you.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Ace | Top-notch, number one |
| Archie | Truly brave |
| Auggie | Diminutive of augustus; majestic, revered |
| Baba | Affectionate term in many languages |
| Bagel | Wholesome, round treat |
| Bailey | Steward or public official |
| Bear | Large, cuddly, and protective |
| Beau | French for "handsome" |
| Ben | Short form of benjamin, meaning "son of the right hand" |
| Benji | Endearing and friendly; a popular dog's name |
| Benny | Endearing diminutive of benjamin; son of the right hand |
| Bentley | Elegant and refined, friendly |
| Blue | Color often symbolizing depth and stability |
| Bosco | Italian for 'woods'; nature lover |
| Bosley | From a location or surname, affectionate |
| Brooks | Denotes small streams; cool and calm |
| Bruce | Strong protector; scottish origin |
| Bruno | German for "brown"; robust and tough |
| Buddy | A friend or companion |
| Byron | Old English meaning “place by the barns”; poetic |
| Carlo | Italian form of Charles; spirited and bold |
| Champ | Champion; always winning with spirit |
| Charlie | Diminutive of charles, "free man" |
| Chase | Suggests speed, pursuit |
| Chester | Old english "fortress or walled town" |
| Chestnut | Perfect for a brown-coated dog |
| Chewy | Suggestive of something chewable |
| Coby | Possibly short for jacob, supplanter |
| Coco | Often linked to "coconut" or chanel |
| Cody | Helpful, a helper |
| Coffee | Deep brown energizing like the drink |
| Cole | Old english, "coal" or "dark" |
| Cookie | Sweet and delightful |
| Cooper | English barrel maker |
| Dog | Play on words, "dog" |
| Donald | World ruler; strong leadership qualities |
| Duke | Titled nobility, leadership |
| Duncan | Scottish, "dark warrior," strong and royal |
| Finn | Fair or from finland; adventurous spirit |
| Fluffy | Describes a dog's soft fur |
| George | Greek for "farmer" |
| Guri | Korean for "swan" |
| Gus | Gus - disney ("cinderella") inspired; lovable |
| Hachi | Famous loyal dog from japan |
| Henry | Germanic origin, means "home ruler" |
| Hershey | Sweet as chocolate, lovable |
| Honey | Sweet, beloved companion |
| Hudson | After the river; adventurous and flowing |
| Hugo | Derived from hugh, meaning 'mind, intellect' |
| Jack | Means "god is gracious," popular and timeless |
| Jackson | Son of jack; enduring and strong |
| Jasper | Persian, "treasurer" |
| Jax | Modern, possibly shortened form of jackson |
| King | Denotes a regal and commanding presence |
| Leo | Latin for "lion"; strong and bold |
| Lorenzo | Italian origin meaning "from laurentum" |
| Louie | French origin of louis; "renowned warrior" |
| Luca | Italian and latin origin meaning "light" |
| Lucas | Latin for "light-giving" or "luminous" |
| Lucky | Fortunate and happy |
| Mango | Tropical and sweet, for a vibrant dog |
| Max | Latin for "greatest" |
| Maxx | Variant of maximus, meaning "greatest" |
| Mickey | Famous mouse; lively and iconic |
| Milo | Popular, adorable |
| Mister | Respectful and dignified; a gentleman |
| Mochi | Sweet and soft; inspired by Japanese dessert |
| Muggzie | Fun and quirky; a lively character |
| Murphy | Irish surname meaning "sea warrior" |
| Myles | Soldier or merciful |
| Noah | Restful, long-lived |
| Oliver | Latin for "olive tree" |
| Ollie | Often short for oliver; symbolizes peace |
| Oreo | Perfect for black and white dogs |
| Parker | Park keeper; naturalist |
| Pepe | Spanish for joseph; beloved |
| Pinto | Marked with patches of color |
| Polo | Equestrian-inspired; strong and traditional |
| Prince | Regal, noble status |
| Puma | Named after the swift and agile big cat |
| Rhino | Strong and sturdy; adventurous spirit |
| Riley | Valor and courage; irish origin |
| Robi | Unique take on Robert; loyal and loving |
| Rocky | Suggests strength, from "rock" |
| Romeo | Italian lover; romantic and charming |
| Shadow | Always by your side; mysterious |
| Simba | Swahili for "lion" |
| Teddy | Diminutive of edward or theodore; "wealthy protector" |
| Theo | Short for theodore, means "gift of god" |
| Tobi | An affectionate diminutive of tobias |
| Toby | God is good; popular |
| Toy | Small and delightful, like a plaything |
| Tucker | Old english, "fabric pleater;" |
| Waffles | Sweet and delightful like the breakfast treat |
| Ziggy | Zestful, influenced by david bowie's ziggy stardust |
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Female Poodle Names
Here are some popular girl names for Poodles that you might like.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Arya | Sanskrit for 'noble'; strong, independent |
| Bailey | Steward or public official |
| Baybee | Cute phonetic spelling of baby; adorable |
| Bella | Beautiful in italian |
| Brooklyn | Urban, cosmopolitan |
| Chai | Hebrew for "life" or the popular tea |
| Charlie | Diminutive of charles, "free man" |
| Cheri | Dear one in french; cherished |
| Chi-Chi | Playful and unique; full of personality |
| Chloe | Greek, "blooming" or "fertility" |
| Cindy | Short for Cynthia; friendly and approachable |
| Cinnamon | Sweet, spicy, and warm |
| Coco | Often linked to "coconut" or chanel |
| Cookie | Sweet and delightful |
| Cosette | French origin meaning “little thing”; endearing |
| Cuddles | Affectionate, loves physical warmth |
| Daisy | Cheerful and innocent |
| Deedee | Affectionate duplication of d sound |
| Diamond | Precious and strong |
| Dolly | Iii - third in a legacy of dollys; treasured |
| Elsa | German origin meaning “noble”; graceful and kind |
| Emily | Classic and gentle, often a top choice |
| Fifi | French and flirty, poodle-like |
| Fluffy | Describes a dog's soft fur |
| Francis | Classic name meaning “free”; warm and gentle |
| Gidget | Small and sprightly |
| Gigi | French diminutive of names like gilbert or virginia |
| Ginger | Spicy and fiery, reflects a vivacious character |
| Halie | Variant of hailey, meaning "hay meadow" |
| Harley | Associated with the motorbike; adventurous |
| Hazel | Inspired by the hazelnut tree, denotes wisdom |
| Hilda | Battle woman; strong and resilient |
| Honey | Sweet, beloved companion |
| Kali | Sanskrit for “dark goddess” |
| Kela | Hawaiian for “exalted”; unique and calm |
| Kelty | Outdoorsy, possibly after kelty camping gear |
| Khloe | Young green shoot; blossoming |
| Kurrie | Possibly a variation of "curry," spicy and bold |
| Lady | Exudes class and nobility |
| Lana | Slavic origin meaning "light" |
| Lavinia | Latin origin, rich in history |
| Layla | Arabic for "night" |
| Lexi | Short form of alexis, meaning "defender" |
| Lexus | Inspired by luxury car brand; stylish and sleek |
| Lili | Delicate and pretty; inspired by the lily flower |
| Lilly | Named after the flower, pure and beautiful |
| Lily | English, the flower symbolizing purity |
| Loki | Norse god, playful and mischievous |
| Lola | Spanish origin, means "sorrows" |
| Lucy | Latin for "light," often cheerful |
| Lulu | Pearl; precious |
| Luna | Latin for "moon," celestial |
| Maggie | Pearl; often gentle |
| Maisie | Pearl; precious and prized |
| Mia | Italian for "mine" |
| Millie | Short for mildred; "gentle strength" |
| Mimi | French diminutive for "beloved" |
| Miss | Denotes a feminine touch or respect |
| Mocha | Dark and sweet like the coffee |
| Mollie | Diminutive of mary; "wished-for child" |
| Molly | Classic name, means "star of the sea" |
| Muffin | Sweet and comforting; a cozy companion |
| Nala | From "the lion king" meaning gift |
| Nena | Spanish diminutive for girl; youthful |
| Nikki | Diminutive of nicole; people's victory |
| Paris | Romantic, sophisticated |
| Peaches | Sweet and soft, like the fruit |
| Pebbles | Small and cute, like the flintstones' character |
| Penelope | Greek origin, symbolizes faithfulness |
| Penny | Commonly copper-colored, like the coin |
| Pepper | Spicy and lively, reflecting personality |
| Perlita | Little pearl; precious and loved |
| Phoebe | Greek, "bright, shining" |
| Poppy | Cheerful flower, symbolizes remembrance |
| Princess | Regal, often pampered |
| Reina | Spanish for "queen," a regal name |
| Rosie | Named after the rose, symbol of love |
| Roxy | Diminutive of roxanne, meaning "dawn" |
| Ruby | Precious red gemstone, signifies love and passion |
| Sadie | Vintage name meaning "princess" |
| Sammy | Diminutive of samuel; "god has heard" |
| Sandy | Named after the sandy texture or color |
| Shanny | Lively and unique; full of charm and energy |
| Sky | Free-spirited and boundless like the sky |
| Sophie | Greek for "wisdom" |
| Stella | Star-like brilliance |
| Summer | Warm, bright, and joyful |
| Susie | Short for susan, meaning "lily" |
| Tangdui | Exotic, asian flair; unique |
| Tiffany | Greek origin, means "appearance of god" |
| Winnie | Short for winifred; gentle friend |
| Xena | Warrior; from "xena, warrior princess" |
| Xiaowanzi | Chinese origin, suggesting "little bowl" |
| Zoe | Greek for "life" |
| Zoey | Greek for "life," fun variant of zoe |