When you first see a new dog, you probably ask, “What’s his name?” Giving pets fun names is part of the joy of bringing a new buddy home. That’s even more true if your pup has a striking characteristic that makes naming them even more enjoyable because you get to play with it a little. A bright white dog represents a really good opportunity to stretch your creative muscle and come up with something well suited to your beastie. Need a little help finding the perfect moniker? Here are 56 dog names for white dogs.
How to pick the right name for your dog
There are a few rules when it comes to selecting the perfect name for your pup. We do recommend something easy to say, relatively short, and unique enough that your dog won’t constantly think you’re calling them when you’re actually trying to talk to your smart device.
It’s best to avoid names that sound similar to commands, so, unfortunately, snow is probably out for your pearly white winter fur ball. (One option is to use a different word — like stop instead of no — as a command, but this can get complicated.) Still, we think naming rules are made to be broken and encourage you to bend them a little as needed. Consider giving your pooch an amazing long name but using a nickname in day-to-day life, for example.
Best dog names for white dogs
Of course, Fido doesn’t really understand their name and will happily respond to just about anything, but going through an elaborate process definitely adds to the enjoyment for us humans. Feel free to try out a few of these before determining which suits their personality best.
Cold-weather names
While snow might be tricky, as discussed earlier, there are so many names you can choose to honor the winter-landscape they reflect. Our top picks are:
- Frost
- Polar
- Crystal
- Blizzard
- Avalanche
- Yeti
- Everest
- Ice
White food names
When you have a white pup pup, they’ll remind you of so many foods, many of which can serve as inspiration for their new title. Stick to the basics or come up with something really obscure. Try out:
- Vanilla
- Saltine
- Popcorn
- Cream
- Marshmallow
- Chardonnay
- Rice
- Lychee
- Tofu
- Coconut
Names in other languages
There’s no need to stick to English when calling your animal. You could opt for a name that means white or translate one of the others here into a foreign language. We think these might work:
- Bianca/Bianco (Italian)
- Blanc/Blanche (French)
- Blanco (Spanish)
- Baltas (Lithuanian)
- Bela (Slovenia)
- Alba (Latin)
- Weiss (German)
- Bán (Irish)
- Arroz (Spanish for rice)
- Palomitas (Spanish for popcorn)
- Valanga (Italian for avalanche)
All-white dog names
Your ultimate naming decision may rest on the exact color and pattern of your pet. All-white dogs give you the opportunity to bring to mind some of the white everyday objects we all use or some of the brightest things in nature. Consider these:
- Pearl
- Cotton
- Q-tip
- Wooly
- Swan
- Jasmine
- Cirrus
Names for white dogs with patches
On the flip side, sometimes white dogs carry a little hint of something else, like a few black or brown patches. Let their motif spark a few ideas in your head. Some options include:
- Salt and pepper
- Patches
- Panda
- Zebra
- Java
- Latte
- S’mores
- Tiramisu
- Dice
- Stripes
Big white dog names
Sometimes a name will fit perfectly with their coat but won’t really match their size. You may decide to grab one that evokes a large animal for a big buddy. We like:
- Wolf
- Beluga
- Bones
- Tiger
- Seal
Small white dog names
Our little ones might think that they’re big, but it’s OK if their names clue you into their real size pretty quickly. We promise these won’t offend:
- Casper
- Toy
- Fluffy
- Hare
- Fox
With so many to choose from, you might have some trouble narrowing down this list down. They won’t mind if you can’t get it right away. We suggest a three-pronged approach.
- Once you have a dog picked out, make a big list of all the names you love. For a white dog, some could be from this category while others may sound good for a canine of any shade.
- Get to know your dog a little and start to try out names. Many owners realize instantly that 90% of their list doesn’t work for their new best friend as an individual.
- Don’t worry if you change it up a few times in the first couple of days. Your dog won’t have learned any one name yet, and you can feel free to adjust until you find what fits.
Whatever name you choose, it will be perfect for your sweet, white dog.
