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unique dog names

We’ve all heard ’em: Buddy. Charlie. Abby. While stereotypical names do truly represent some pups out there, they’re not for everyone. If you’re looking for unique dog names in 2018, we’ve got you covered!

One way to add a personal touch to the process is by taking your interests into account. Also, instead of naming your pup immediately, try waiting in order to get a feel for his or her personality. Assessing your canine companion as an individual will help make the naming process easier. If you’re still struggling to find a dog name that suits your new friend, check out the monikers below to see if one of them is the perfect fit!

Unique Dog Names

  • Albert
  • Alfred
  • Amadeus
  • Atticus
  • Aurora
  • Beatrice
  • Broderick
  • Brutus
  • Byron
  • Cedric
  • Churchill
  • Copernicus
  • Daphne
  • Darcy
  • Denny
  • Einstein
  • Eleanor
  • Elliot
  • Eloise
  • Figaro
  • Flapjack
  • Fletcher
  • Gatsby
  • Godfrey
  • Governor
  • Hamlet
  • Harper
  • Harvey
  • Hemingway
  • Iggy
  • Indy
  • Jefferson
  • Josie
  • Keats
  • King
  • Kit
  • Lancelot
  • Lennon
  • Lila
  • Lincoln
  • Maverick
  • Midnight
  • Millie
  • Norman
  • Nutmeg
  • Oliver
  • Ophelia
  • Pearl
  • Percy
  • Phineas
  • Picasso
  • Piper
  • Prince
  • Quinn
  • Ritz
  • Rockwell
  • Rose
  • Ruby
  • Sansa
  • Sherlock
  • Sully
  • Taco
  • Tess
  • Tex
  • Thelma
  • Vida
  • Vincent
  • Watson
  • Willow
  • Zara
  • Zeke

If you’re not feeling any of these names, there are a few classic ones that never go out of style. At the top of the list for boy dog names is Max and for girl dog names, Bella is always a favorite. To see even more options, take a look at the most popular dog names of 2017, and watch the video below for additional naming tips!

 

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