Paws and Claus: Picking the Perfect Christmas Name for Your Pup

Christmas morning often brings surprises, and for some lucky families, it’s the pitter-patter of paws under the tree. Whether you welcomed a new puppy as a festive gift, rescued a dog in the spirit of the season, or simply have a deep love for all things Christmas, finding the perfect holiday-inspired name for your furry friend can be as magical as the holiday itself.

The joyous combination of Christmastime and a cheerful canine feels as natural as milk and cookies left out for Santa. So, why not give your dog a name that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year? From names inspired by classic holiday movies to wintery wonders and Christmas treats, there’s no shortage of festive ideas.

The big question, of course, is which one to choose? Whether you’re leaning toward something merry, like “Holly” or “Jingle,” or something snowy, like “Frosty” or “Blizzard,” there’s a perfect fit for every pup.

Let your furry friend’s name bring joy to your holiday season and beyond. After all, a dog is for life—and with a Christmas name, they’ll carry the holiday spirit all year round!

Christmas Boy Dog Names

• Nick
• Joseph
• Gabriel
• Emmanuel
• Jack Frost
• Harold
• Garland
• Felix/Feliz
• Chris
• Michael
• Pascal
• King
• David
• Shepherd
• Nicholas
• Rey
• Aspen
• Charlie
• Frankie (Frankincense)
• Hollis
• Nadal
• Pax
• Kane
• Cedar
• Lux
• Bellamy
• Celyn
• Stellan
• Nathaniel
• Christian

Christmas Boy Dog Names

Whether your dog is on the nice list or just a little bit naughty, you know deep down that he's a good boy. Infuse his personality with a little Christmas cheer with one of these festive boy dog names!

• Nick
• Joseph
• Gabriel
• Emmanuel
• Jack Frost
• Harold
• Garland
• Felix/Feliz
• Chris
• Michael
• Pascal
• King
• David
• Shepherd
• Nicholas
• Rey
• Aspen
• Charlie
• Frankie (Frankincense)
• Hollis
• Nadal
• Pax
• Kane
• Cedar
• Lux
• Bellamy
• Celyn
• Stellan
• Nathaniel
• Christian

Cute Christmas Dog Names

• Elf
• Glitter
• Sugar
• Pine
• Poinsettia
• Fairy
• Cosmo
• Dickens
• Cider
• Marshmallow
• Reindeer
• Twinkle
• Sparkle
• Happy
• Jubilee
• Crackers
• Goose
• Tiny Tim
• Peace
• Mittens
• Boots
• Snickerdoodle
• Juniper
• Fudge
• Sprite
• Mint
• Gum Drop
• Ribbon
• Latte
• Olaf

Christmas Dog Names From Movies

Zero (The Nightmare Before Christmas)

• Buddy (Elf)
• Hermie (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
• Olive (Olive the Other Reindeer)
• Kevin (Home Alone)
• George (It's a Wonderful Life)
• Zuzu (It's a Wonderful Life)
• Ralphie (A Christmas Story)
• Hans (Die Hard)
• Gruber (Die Hard)
• Max (The Grinch)
• Jack Skellington (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
• Sally (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
• Oogie Boogie (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
• Kermit (The Muppets' Christmas Carol)
• Gonzo (The Muppets' Christmas Carol)
• Rizzo (The Muppets' Christmas Carol)
• Harry (Home Alone)
• Marv (Home Alone)
• Martini (Olive the Other Reindeer)
• McClane (Die Hard)
• Scott/Calvin (The Santa Clause)
• Ultraman (Jingle All the Way)
• Cousin Eddie (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation)
• Clark/Griswold (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation)
• Clarence (It's a Wonderful Life)
• Linus (A Charlie Brown Christmas)
• Lucy (A Charlie Brown Christmas)
• Snoopy (A Charlie Brown Christmas)
• Yukon Cornelius (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
• Dizzy (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
• Bumble (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
• Clarice (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
• Heat/Snow Miser (The Year Without a Santa Claus)

Christmas Dog Names Inspired by Characters
Frosty

• Grinch
• Clara
• Fritz
• Drosselmeyer
• Ebenezer
• Scrooge
• Marley
• Crachit
• Alabaster Snowball
• Fezziwig
• Cindy Lou Who

Christmas Dog Names Inspired by Food

• Gingerbread
• Cookie
• Chip
• Hambone
• Cocoa
• Clove
• Ginger
• Nutmeg
• Thyme
• Sage
• Peppermint
• Eggnog
• Chestnut
• Green Bean
• Gravy
• Fruitcake
• Candy Cane
• Roast Beef
• Cranberry
• Pudding
• Coquito
• Sprinkle
• Panettone
• Mince
• Sprout
• Pavlova
• Horseradish
• Tamale
• Buche de Noel
• Anise
• Sugar Plum

Winter Dog Names

• Icicle
• Snow
• Blizzard
• Frostnip
• Flurry
• Igloo
• Yuki
• Polar Bear
• Snowflake
• Frost
• Snowball
• December
• Winter
• Iceburg
• Arctic
• North
• Gale
• Hail
• Avalanche
• Spruce
• Wintergreen
• Stormy
• January
• Moose
• Yeti
• Solstice
• Zephyr
• Burr
• Slushy
• Orion
• Tundra

Unique Christmas Dog Names

• Mele Kalikimaka (Hawai'ian for Merry Christmas)
• Ganna (Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas, celebrated on January 7)
• Wenceslaus (as in the "Good King Wenceslaus" of Bohemia)
• Hosanna
• Casper, Balthazar, and Melchior (aka, the Three Wise Men)
• Tannenbaum
• Pickle (for the Christmas Pickle)
• Sinterklaas (Dutch Santa Claus)
• Jolasveinar (Iceland's Yule Lads)
• Advent
• Belen (Spanish for Bethlehem)
• Morozko (Father Frost of Russian/Slavic tradition)
• Joulupukki (Finland's Yule Goat)
• Schwarz (like toy maker FAO Schwarz)
• Bauble
• Evergreen
• Wish
• Stocking
• Spruce
• Navidad
• Myrrh
• Gift
• Coal
• Persimmon
• Spruce
• Sweater
• Mantle
• Frosting
• Miracle

Christmas Dog Names Inspired by Holiday Songs and Singers

• Mariah
• Jackson
• Jingle Bell(e)
• Bowie
• Kirsty
• Bublé
• Nat
• Sinatra
• Eartha
• Paul
• Shane
• Presley
• Elvis
• Bing
• Drummer
• Armstrong
• Brenda
• Louis
• Ronette
• Jose
• Wizzard
• Simon
• Theodore
• Alvin
• Partridge
• Guaraldi
• Thurl
• Crosby
• Cole
• Feliciano
• McCartney