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So, you have a brand-new Poodle but are having difficulty coming up with any good Poodle names. There are far too many to choose from, and it can certainly seem overwhelming.
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- Eskapoo: American Eskimo & Poodle Mix
- Foodle: Poodle & Toy Fox Terrier Mix
- Foxhoodle: English Foxhound & Poodle Mix
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Poodles are intelligent dogs that have always been perceived as classy dogs, so finding just the right name is super important, especially since you need to live with this name for many years to come!
We collected over 150 names that we hope might be a good fit for your new Poodle. There’s everything from male, female, and genderless names to cute and classy names! We hope that you’ll find your dog’s name on our list or that we have at least inspired you to discover the perfect name for your beautiful Poodle.
How to Name Your Poodle
- You can start by using your pup’s color or size as inspiration for a name. You can also consider French names because Poodles hail from France. The French word for your Poodle’s coloring might end up being a great fit!
- There are also your favorite musicians and celebrities. Do you have a favorite character from a book, TV show, or movie? If a Poodle has a quirky personality or trait, many dog owners end up using this as inspiration for a name.
- We go over these ideas and quite a few other categories. We hope that you’ll find something that will be the perfect name for you and your Poodle.
Poodle Colors and Patterns
Before we start going over the names, let’s cover the various colors that Poodles can come in. These colors could help you think up a name as well.
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Parti (white with another color)
- Red
- Silver
- Brown
- Café au Lait
- Apricot
- Black
- Blue
- Cream
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Gray
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Silver Beige
If your Poodle is one of these colors, we have a list in this article that has a variety of different Poodle dog names for these colors.
Top Names for Poodles
- Teddy
- Buddy
- Iven
- Weimar
- Gregor
- Curls
- Kiel
- Finn
- Schwarz
- Pudel
- Alda
- Ash
- Burgh
- Rhine
Tips for Naming Your Dog
A poodle is a truly special and unique dog breed, so coming up with a name can feel overwhelming. That’s why poodle owners will want to be sure to consider factors like your new pup’s physical characteristics, personality, and coat. Just like naming a child, you’ll also want to consider how easy the name is to pronounce (it may be even more important when naming a dog, as you’ll want to be sure that he or she is able to learn their name). Additionally, it should be a name that you’ll be comfortable sharing with your friends, family, and veterinarian. Also keep in mind that you don’t necessarily have to name your dog right away — sometimes it can actually help to wait until you get to know them better before deciding.
More Poodle Names
- Blake
- Fleecy
- Honey
- Ziggy
- Crumpet
- Dexter
- Porter
- Onyx
- Bijou
- Coco
- Pudel
- Oreo
- Fluffy
- Murphy
- Mocha
- Hazel
Female Poodle Names
Here are some dainty and dignified suggestions for your stylish and sophisticated female poodle.
- Duchess
- Lady
- Chanel
- Lola
- Mia
- Jojo
- Darcy
- Della
- Missy
- Gigi
- Milda
- Eliza
- Cher
- Dakota
- Gertie
- Pearl
- Zelda
- Piper
- Darling
- Pixie
Male Poodle Names
Here are some more masculine suggestions that could make the perfect name for any male poodle.
- Desmond
- Frankie
- Rufus
- Felipe
- Rex
- Daryl
- Henri
- Koda
- Simon
- Mitch
- Max
- Brodie
- Barney
- Jack
- Jerome
- Monty
- Squire
- Axel
- Chewy
- Jester
Toy Poodle Names
The Poodle is a group of formal dog breeds: the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle.
As the smallest of the bunch, the Toy Poodle stands only 10 inches tall and weighs a mere 6-9 pounds.
For dogs with such a small stature, we’ve rounded up itty bitty names that are beyond cute. Enjoy!
- Button
- Smalley
- Morsel
- Nibbler
- Puny
- Bean
- Jellybean
- Nugget
- Shrimpy
- Tiny
- Little
- Shorty
- Squirt
- Peanut
- Baby
- Peewee
- Bitty
- Munchkin
- Minnie
- Teensy
- Half Pint
- Pebbles
- Scrappy
- Runt
White Poodle Names
Poodles come in a wide range of colors, which provides excellent inspiration when picking out a name.
Perhaps the most popular Poodle color is white (with black being a close second). If your dog is of the white variety, you could find a unique name that plays upon the color. Ideas include:
- Jasmine
- Gardenia
- Lily
- Pearl
- Opal
- Winter
- Ice
- Ghost
- Frosty
- Snowy
- Angel
- Dove
- Sugar
- January
- Domino
- Bianco (Italian)
Black Poodle Names
Another popular Poodle color is black. Cool names for dark-colored dogs include:
- Bandit
- Dusty
- Shadow
- Coffee
- Pepper
- Ember
- Shady
- Raven
- Jet
- Ash
- Coal
- Cinder
- Noir
- Olive
- Black Jack
- Knight
- Elvira
- Midnight
Gray / Silver Poodle Names
Poodles can also look gray and almost silverish. Finding names for this color is a little more difficult, but there are still some cool ideas out there:
- Steely Dan
- Pewter
- Storm
- Stormy
- Sterling
- Granite
- Mercury
- Mouse
- Dusty
- Foggy
- Misty
- Graycie
- Silver
- Wolf
- Spirit
Brown Poodle Names
Brown is a fairly unique color for a Poodle. If you’re lucky enough to find one of these pups, you could always pick a name inspired by their coat color. Ideas include:
- Tootsie
- Bear
- Russet
- Espresso
- Java
- Kahlua
- Cadbury
- Heath
- Hickory
- Rolo
- Cocoa
- Godiva
- Snickers
- Hershey
- Brownie
- Mocha
- Charlie Brown
Red Poodle Names
And as we get further down on the list of popular Poodle colors, we end with the extremely rare color of red.
There is no shortage of name ideas for this color, as you’ll see by this list:
- Shiraz
- Sienna
- Copper
- Autumn
- Rojo (Spanish for red)
- Sienna
- Scarlet
- Burgundy
- Merlot
- Sangria
- Red
- Redford
- Rose
- Fox / Foxy
- Ruby
- Valentine
- Ariel (from The Little Mermaid)
- Annie (as in Little Orphan Annie)
- Merida (from the animated film Brave)
- Princess Fiona (from Shrek)
Classy Poodle Names
Poodles are cute, but they also always have a classy aura about them. So, we have several elegant names that you can consider.
- Camilla
- Chanel
- Chaucer
- Darling
- Augustus
- Aurora
- Benedict
- Alcott
- Alfred
- Archibald
- Ashton
- Emerson
- Evangeline
- Fairfax
- Gatsby
- Harper
- Bianca
- Blake
- Desmond
- Darcy
- Duchess
- Octavia
- Princess
- Victoria
- Hudson
- Hamilton
- Juliet
- Kingston
French Poodle Names
Poodles are French, so why not give them a French name? This is a collection of male and female names, as well as names for items that not only mean something special but also sound classy and well, French!
- Brigitte
- Brûlée
- Cadeau (gift)
- Belle (beautiful)
- Amélie
- Ami (friend)
- Beauregard
- Chantilly
- Andre
- Anton
- Babette
- Alphonse
- Cherie (dear)
- Claude
- Claudette
- Brie
- Celeste
- Chablis
- Champagne
- Fifi
- Bijou (jewel)
- Bonbon (candy)
- Bordeaux
- Francois
- Genevieve
- Matisse
- Minuet
- Monet
- Monique
- Papillon (butterfly)
- Cosette
- Fleur (flower)
- Renee
- Touché
- Toulouse
- Voltaire
- Étoile (star)
- Jolie (pretty)
- Lucien
- Pinot
- Picasso
- Pierre
Use Your Imagination!
There are no rules when you want to name your dog. However, it’s always a good idea to try the name out loud before you settle on it. Imagine yelling for your Poodle while they’re outside: Is it embarrassing or hard to say?
That said, feel free to give your Poodle a silly name: Winnie the Poodle, Sherlock Bones, Indiana Bones, and even Woofgang Amadeus. If you love it, go for it!
Final Thoughts
These names are just a few of the multitudes of names out there. We hope that even if you didn’t find the right name in one of our lists, perhaps we’ve given you a few ideas that will bring you closer to the perfect name. You obviously want a name that is just as unique as your Poodle!
Remember to try out a thesaurus and name list searching. If your favorite color is green, look it up because there are many unique sounding words synonymous with green. Once you find the right name, you’ll know it — and so will your Poodle!