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German Shepherds Dog Names

puppies german shepherds If you are thinking about getting a good family dog that is strong, attentive, and protective of you and your family, you may want to give thought to getting a German Shepherd. Many people love this breed of dog and it is always one of the most popular choices among families as a great companion and as guard dog. One thing you do want to make sure of if you are getting a puppy is that you choose a name for him or her as soon as you possibly can. Choosing German Shepherd dog names can seem like it might be tough, but it does not have to be difficult for you. For some people, they just know what to name the dog the instance they see it. For others, they want to see the personality of the dog before they decide on a name. One thing you do want to remember is that you want to choose the name for a puppy as early on as you can so you begin training him or her to respond properly to the name given. It is an important part of any training and should be done when it can.

432 names found

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Abby
Hebrew — Father's joy; suits loyal, devoted dogs
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Abel
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Abigail
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Ace
Latin — One, unity; for top-notch, first-rate dogs
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Achilles
Greek — Pain of the people; for swift, heroic dogs
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Adele
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Adonis
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Adrienne
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Aesop
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Aimee
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Ajax
Greek — Eagle; a mighty Greek warrior name for brave dogs
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Aldo
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Alessia
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Amber
Arabic — Fossilized resin; for golden, warm-toned dogs
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Amos
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Anastasia
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Angel
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Angus
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Apollo
Greek — God of sun and light; for radiant, athletic dogs
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April
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Archie
German — Truly brave; for bold, courageous, plucky dogs
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Argus
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Ariel
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Aristotle
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Armani
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Armstrong
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Astro
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Athena
Greek — Goddess of wisdom; for intelligent, noble dogs
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Atlas
Greek — Bearer of the heavens; for strong, enduring dogs
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Atticus
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Augustus
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Austin
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Autumn
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Axle
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Babe
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Badger
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Bambi
Italian — Child; for gentle, doe-eyed, innocent dogs
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Bandit
English — Outlaw; for mischievous, masked-face dogs
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Barney
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Baron
German — Nobleman; for dignified, stately, proud dogs
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Bart
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Barton
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Baxter
English — Baker; for lovable, food-motivated dogs
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Bear
English — Bear; suits large, cuddly, powerful dogs
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Beau
French — Handsome; for good-looking, charming dogs
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Beauregard
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Beethoven
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Belle
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Ben
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Benji
Hebrew — Son of my right hand; from the beloved film dog
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Bentley
English — Bent grass meadow; for classy, refined dogs
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Beowoof
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Bertha
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Bessie
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Betty
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Bianca
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Bishop
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Bob
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Bogart
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Booker
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Boone
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Boris
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Boss
Dutch — Master; for confident, assertive dogs
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Boxer
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Boy
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Brandy
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Brit
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Brittany
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Bronco
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Bruno
German — Brown; for sturdy, brown-coated, strong dogs
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Brutus
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Buck
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Bud
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Buddy
English — Friend; the quintessential loyal companion dog name
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Buffy
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Buster
English — Tough guy; for energetic, boisterous dogs
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Butch
English — Tough; for strong, rugged, muscular dogs
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Byron
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Caesar
Latin — Emperor; for commanding, regal, noble dogs
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Cagney
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Cain
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Calvin
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Candy
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Casanova
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Casey
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Cash
English — Money; for bold, confident, valuable dogs
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Casper
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Cassandra
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Cassie
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Cassius
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Cecil
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Chanel
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Charlotte
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Chelsea
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Chester
English — Fortress town; for stately, distinguished dogs
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Chico
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Chief
French — Leader; for dominant, alpha, confident dogs
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Chloe
Greek — Blooming; suits lively, spirited dogs
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Cisco
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Clyde
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Cody
Irish — Helpful; for eager, willing, obedient dogs
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Colt
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Comet
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Cookie
Dutch — Little cake; for sweet, adorable, round dogs
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Crystal
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Daisy
English — Day's eye flower; suits cheerful, sunny-natured dogs
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Dakota
Native American — Friend or ally; for loyal, companionable dogs
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Dallas
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Dancer
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Daphne
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Dasher
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Dawn
English — Sunrise; for bright, early-rising, hopeful dogs
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Delilah
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Desiree
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Deuce
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Diablo
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Digger
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Dingo
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Dino
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Dixie
English — From the South; for spirited, playful dogs
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Dodger
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Dolly
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Don
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Dot
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Dozer
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Duchess
English — Noblewoman; for elegant, dignified female dogs
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Dudley
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Duffy
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Duke
Latin — Leader; for noble, commanding, dignified dogs
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Duncan
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Durango
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Dusty
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Dylan
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Edith
English — Prosperous in war; for spirited, noble dogs
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Edna
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Elaine
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Eleanor
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Elena
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Elizabeth
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Ellanor
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Ellen
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Elmer
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Elmo
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Elroy
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Elsa
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Elsie
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Elvira
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Elvis
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Elysia
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Emily
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Emma
German — Whole or universal; a timeless, elegant dog name
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Falcon
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Fannie
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Fantasia
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Farrah
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Faye
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Felicia
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Felicity
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Feona
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Fifi
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Floyd
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Frazier
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Gabby
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Gabrielle
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Gayle
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Gertrude
German — Spear of strength; for bold, sturdy dogs
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Gigi
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Ginger
English — Ginger root; ideal for red or golden-coated dogs
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Girl
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Giselle
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Goldie
English — Gold; for golden-coated, shining dogs
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Goliath
Hebrew — Exile; for giant, towering, massive dogs
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Gordo
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Grace
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Gretchen
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Gretel
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Grover
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Gunther
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Gus
Latin — Great, magnificent; for lovable, easygoing dogs
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Hallie
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Hana
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Hansel
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Happy
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Harmony
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Harvey
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Heather
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Heidi
German — Noble sort; for sweet, alpine-spirited dogs
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Hercules
Greek — Glory of Hera; for incredibly strong dogs
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Herman
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Hermes
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Hilda
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Holly
English — Holly plant; for festive, spirited dogs
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Homer
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Honey
English — Sweet nectar; for affectionate, golden-toned dogs
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Hooch
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Hope
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Horace
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Horatio
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Horus
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Howard
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Hugo
German — Mind, intellect; for smart, thoughtful dogs
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Hunter
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Ida
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Ilana
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Ilene
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Ina
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Inez
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Ingrid
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Iris
Greek — Rainbow; for colorful, bright-eyed, joyful dogs
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Isabelle
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Isis
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Ivy
English — Climbing vine; for tenacious, elegant dogs
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Jacqueline
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Jada
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Jade
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Jake
Hebrew — Supplanter; a sturdy, reliable dog name
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Jane
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Janeane
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Janet
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Janice
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Janie
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Jasmine
Persian — Fragrant flower; for sweet, elegant dogs
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Jasper
Persian — Treasurer; a refined name for handsome dogs
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Jed
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Jethro
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Jezebel
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Joy
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Juliet
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June
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Kaitlyn
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Kara
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Karla
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Kayle
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Kendra
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King
English — Ruler; for dominant, majestic, noble dogs
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Lacey
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Lady
English — Noblewoman; for dignified, well-mannered dogs
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Lancelot
French — Land; for noble, chivalrous, loyal dogs
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Lassie
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Lavern
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Leah
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Leila
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Lena
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Leo
Latin — Lion; for brave, bold, courageous dogs
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Levi
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Lexi
Greek — Defender; for brave, protective dogs
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Linus
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Lion
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Lola
Spanish — Strong woman; suits bold, sassy dogs
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Mabel
Latin — Lovable; for sweet, endearing, adorable dogs
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Mac
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Maddie
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Madeline
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Madlyn
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Madonna
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Mae
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Magda
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Magdalina
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Maggie
English — Pearl; suits affectionate, dependable family dogs
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Magnum
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Major
Latin — Greater; for important, distinguished dogs
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Mandy
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Marie
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Marilyn
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Marley
English — Pleasant meadow; famous from Marley & Me
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Matilda
German — Battle-mighty; for strong, feisty dogs
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Mattie
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Maverick
English — Independent one; for free-spirited, bold dogs
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Max
Latin — Greatest; a strong, classic name for confident dogs
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Meadow
English — Grassy field; for free-spirited, gentle dogs
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Melody
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Melvin
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Mercedes
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Merlin
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Mickey
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Miles
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Minnie
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Misha
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Missie
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Mona
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Monty
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Mork
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Morris
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Mort
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Napoleon
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Natalie
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Natasha
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Nell
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Nellie
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Nelly
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Nena
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Neptune
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Newton
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Nikita
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Nina
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Nitro
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Noah
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Noel
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Nomad
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Oliver
Latin — Olive tree; for gentle, peaceful, loving dogs
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Opal
Sanskrit — Precious gem; for iridescent, unique dogs
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Ophelia
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Oprah
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Oreo
English — Cookie brand; for black and white dogs
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Oscar
Irish — Deer friend; for noble, gentle-hearted dogs
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Otis
German — Wealthy; for charming, easygoing, lovable dogs
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Otto
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Pam
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Pamela
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Paris
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Patrice
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Patricia
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Patsy
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Peaches
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Peanuts
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Pebbles
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Penelope
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Pepsi
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Persephone
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Petra
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Petunia
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Pickles
English — Preserved cucumber; for funny, quirky dogs
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Polly
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Porsche
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Precious
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Presto
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Prince
Latin — Royal son; for elegant, regal, noble dogs
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Princess
English — Royal daughter; for pampered, beloved dogs
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Prissy
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Queen
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Quincy
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Radar
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Rae
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Raechel
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Rainbow
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Ralph
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Rambo
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Ray
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Rebel
English — Defiant one; for independent, feisty dogs
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Red
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Regina
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Renee
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Reno
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Reuben
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Rex
Latin — King; a classic name for strong, regal dogs
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Rhapsody
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Rhea
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Ringo
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Romeo
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Rosa
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Rosalyn
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Rosanna
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Roscoe
Norse — Deer forest; for gentle, nature-loving dogs
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Rose
Latin — Rose flower; for beautiful, classic, lovely dogs
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Rosie
English — Rose flower; for warm, affectionate dogs
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Rover
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Roxanne
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Roxie
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Roxy
Persian — Dawn; for bold, confident, lively dogs
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Ruby
Latin — Red gemstone; suits vibrant, precious companions
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Saber
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Sable
English — Black fur; for dark-coated, sleek dogs
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Sadie
Hebrew — Princess; fitting for a loyal, dignified companion
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Sahara
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Sammy
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Sampson
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Sapphire
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Sara
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Sarge
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Sasha
Russian — Defender of mankind; for loyal, protective dogs
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Sassy
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Satin
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Savannah
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Scarlet
English — Red; for reddish, bold, vivacious dogs
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Sergeant
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Seymour
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Shadow
English — Shadow; for dogs who loyally follow their owner
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Shelley
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Sienna
Italian — Reddish brown; for warm-toned, earthy dogs
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Sierra
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Sigmund
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Sissy
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Snow
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Snowflake
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Sophie
Greek — Wisdom; perfect for clever, intuitive dogs
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Spike
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Spinner
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Sport
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Spot
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Sprite
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Star
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Stella
Latin — Star; ideal for a standout, radiant dog
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Storm
English — Tempest; for powerful, intense, energetic dogs
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Sunshine
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Symphony
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Taffy
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Taia
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Tamara
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Tanner
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Tara
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Tarzan
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Tess
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Texas
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Thor
Norse — Thunder god; for strong, mighty, powerful dogs
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Tiara
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Tilly
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Tinkerbell
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Titan
Greek — Powerful giant; for large, imposing, strong dogs
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Toby
Hebrew — God is good; for faithful, good-natured dogs
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Topaz
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Toro
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Tramp
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Trixie
Latin — She who brings happiness; for playful dogs
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Trojan
Greek — Of Troy; for brave, loyal, warrior-like dogs
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Uma
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Ursula
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Valentine
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Velvet
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Venus
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Violet
Latin — Purple flower; for gentle, delicate, sweet dogs
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Wanda
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Wendy
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Willow
English — Willow tree; for graceful, flexible, gentle dogs
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Winston
English — Joyful stone; for dignified, stately dogs
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Xena
Greek — Hospitable; for strong, warrior-like dogs
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Yukon
Native American — Great river; for adventurous, cold-hardy dogs
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Zack
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Zelda
German — Gray warrior; for bold, adventurous dogs
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Zero
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Zeus
Greek — King of gods; for powerful, commanding dogs
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Zooey
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Zorro

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