Names for a Black Dog
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Almost any dog breed can have the potential for black hair, so black dogs are very common. Unfortunately, many cultures throughout history have ascribed negative superstitions to black dogs. We may think of ourselves as living in a more civilized time, but there are still people who reject adoption of a black dog due to such negative stigmas. Those of us lucky enough to live with a black dog know that their color has nothing to do with their personality, but they are just as beautiful and loveable as any other. Moreover, their black coat is beautiful and something to be celebrated.
If you have made the wise decision of adopting a black dog, finding the right name can be tricky. This is why AnimalWised shares 150+ names for a black dog to help you make the right decision for your new family member.
The best names for a black dog
Choosing a name for a black dog is an important task, but it can be overwhelming due to the unlimited possibilities. We should select one which both represents the personality of the dog, as well as reflecting our own. As they have black hair, we can use certain names which are associated with this color. However, it is important to know that we can choose almost anything.
If we do choose a name which is inspired by their beautiful black coat, we provide some of the best black dog names to get you started:
- Moon
- Onyx
- Shadow
- Raven
- Cocoa
- Zara
- Airing
- Pepper
- Noir
- Mystic
Once you choose your black dog name, you will want to buy a collar with an ID tag. This way you can best ensure their safety when out and about. Use the link below to buy a personalized dog tag with a QR code to make keeping track of them even easier:
Cute names for black dogs
Beauty is very subjective, so the most beautiful name for your black dog will be the one that seems beautiful to you, regardless of what others think. If you feel you still need a little help or inspiration, we have compiled black dog names that are beautiful, either due to their sound or connotations that highlight the charm of the black coat. The following are some of the most beautiful names for a black dog:
- Dahlia
- Ember
- Jade
- Astra
- Opal
- Nyx
- Magic
- Starla
- Nixie
- Minnie
- Bellatrix
- Iris
- Petunia
- Mina
- Dawn
- Sea
- Persephone
- Moon
- Stella
- Odette
- Laika
- Beltza
- Bonnie
- Nina
- Swan
- Aurora
Original names for a black dog
Coming up with a name for a black dog which is original is a tricky prospect, but many of us want to choose something which is unlikely to be shared by others at the dog park. Some fun and original names can take inspiration from art, such as Bagheera in honor of the panther from the movie The Jungle Book or Morticia from the Addams Family. Here are the most original names for black dogs :
- Inky
- Velvet
- Saber
- Bagheera
- Midnight
- Karma
- Zelda
- Siri
- Trixie
- Zuri
- Willow
- Whisper
- Sabrina
- Morticia
- Wednesday
- Poppy
- Lina
- Blackberry
- Maleficent
- Mora
- Ursula
- Cruella
- Ash
- Spark
- Misty
- Pepsi
- Pansy
- Tulip
- Gerry
- Obsidian
- Blackie
- Dark
- Smog
- Lava
- Mono
- Pixel
- Moka
- Coconut
- Oreo
- Nightshade
- Shady
- Ninja
- Truffle
- Sepia
- Sooty
- Galaxy
- Cinder
- Bo
- Panther
- Mamba
- Tux
Ancient cultures can provide some of the best names for black puppies or adult dogs, so you may want to take a look at Egyptian names for dogs to get some inspiration.
Cute names for black dogs
If your dog is pure tenderness and sweetness, you will want to choose a black dog name that fits precisely this distinctive feature of their. Don't miss the cutest and sweetest names for adorable black dogs :
- Chocolate
- Bonita
- Pandora
- Bella
- Pinky
- Negrita
- Lupita
- Pippa
- Linda
- Fluffy
- Pinta
- Fifi
- Cherry
- Cookie
- Dolly
- Doll
- Winnie
- Molly
- Mia
- Zoey
- Ivy
- Maisie
- Bimba
- Hope
- Girl
- Luna
- Betty
- Perry
- Sweet
- Sweetie
- Darling
- Cari
- Tenderness
- Baby
- Loca
- Cuqui
- Leonard
- Gloomy
- Shiny
- Glow
- Bones
- Jim
- Ella
If you are looking for names for a black puppy and want to look at other cultures for inspiration, you may want to check out our guide to Zulu names for male and female dogs.
Names for black dogs with meanings
If you don't like any of the above names for a black dog, it may be because you want to choose one which has an important meaning for you. To help, we provide some names from all over the world which are associated with blackness or darkness. We share the names and the meanings to see if they can help you choose a name for your black dog:
- Blackesley: of Old English origin, it means ‘he who comes from the clearing of dark wolves’.
- Layla: of Arabic origin, it means ‘night’ or ‘dark beauty’.
- Brunnhilde: of Nordic origin, means ‘dark’.
- Neoma: of Greek origin, it means ‘new moon’ or "new dawn’.
- Delaney: of Irish origin, it means ‘dark defiant’.
- Nox : of Latin origin, it means ‘night’.
- Artemis: goddess of hunting and nature in Greek mythology.
- Kerry: of Irish origin, means ‘dark-haired’.
- Taini: of American origin, it means "new moon’.
- Keira: of Irish origin, it means ‘little dark one’.
- Selene: goddess of the moon in Greek mythology.
- Zilla: of Hebrew origin, it means ‘shadow’.
- Yami: of Japanese origin, it means ‘darkness’ or ‘shadow’.
- Chi: of Chinese origin, it means ‘life force’.
- Kage: of Japanese origin, it means ‘shadow’.
- Mayari: goddess of the moon in the pre-Columbian mythology of the Tagalog people of the Philippines.
- Yoru: of Japanese origin, it means ‘night’.
- Mei: of Chinese origin, it means ‘darkness of evening’.
- Ying: of Chinese origin, it means ‘shadow’.
- Ayla: of Turkish origin, it means ‘moonlight’.
- Theia: of Greek origin, means ‘goddess’.
- Akari: of Japanese origin, it means ‘shine’.
- Deva: of Indian origin, means ‘divine being’ or ‘god/goddess’.
- Chandra: goddess of the moon in Hindu mythology.
- Esmeray: of Turkish origin, it means ‘emerald moon’.
As you can see, several of the names we have shared are also perfect for black and white dogs, black and brown dogs or even tricolor dogs. If you are also thinking of adopting a second puppy and you already know that it will be male, there are two main things to consider. The first is that you should castrate them so they can enjoy the benefits of neutering in male dogs. The second is you can choose their name, using our guide to names for male dogs to get inspiration.
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