Selecting the ideal name for your pug can be an enjoyable and occasionally difficult process. The name you choose should capture the distinct personality of this adorable little breed. Choosing a name that suits your pug is crucial, regardless of how silly, carefree, or playful they are.
Pugs have a distinctive appearance due to their round bodies and wrinkled faces, which can lead to some imaginative name ideas. There are plenty of choices to think about, ranging from traditional names to unusual ones. It all comes down to matching the personality and charm of your pug to the ideal companion.
We’ll go over several naming options for your pug in this guide, taking into consideration your preferences as well as their appearance and personality. You’re bound to find inspiration here, regardless of whether you’re going for a more conventional or distinctive look.
Nicknames for pug boys
Even though they are not particularly attractive, pugs are endearing, and short, snappy nicknames work well for them because they are easy to say and sound good. Selecting the suitable name from the following options will help you name a boy:
- Starting with A-B-C: Archie, Alan, Alf, Alex, Arnie, Buddy, Best, Bill, Bruce, Buster, Barney, Bonnie, Ben, Bobby, Bailey, Bonch, Butch, Wolf, Wally, Willie, West, Vint;
- Starting with G-D-E: Henry, Greg, Gwaine, Gaudi, Grady, Graham, Hans, Grimm, Hamlet, Jackie, Johnny, Duke, Dew, Jai, Denny, Dickie, Jug, Erosh, Yenir, Erek, Ermak;
- On Zh-Z-I: Jean, Zhora, Zhaure, Gerard, Zhek, Zui, Zeus, Zur, Zolt, Ziggy, Zest, Ikar, Irt, Inter, Ibis, Iris, Ichar;
- On K-L-M: Clyde, Kif, Kaus, Crocs, Crash, Kaffi, Kurt, Quest, Kerry, Luke, Lux, Lint, Lex, Lorik, Lure, Lucky, Leo, Lexus, Mobby, Mickey, Marcus, Matthew, Met, Murphy, Miffy, Muffin;
- On N-o-P: Knight, Nero, North, NATO, NUKER, NEIS, Nemo, Noris, Oji, Opal, Otto, Orso, Oliver, Austine, Oliv, OPPI, Olaf, Ordi, Persian, Persia, Parks , Pamir, Beijing, Prince, Patrick, Poet, Peter, Pegasus, Gene, Pride;
- Starting with R-S-T: Randy, Ride, Ren, Rennie, Ricci, Ricky, Ray, Reef, Ridge, Rocky, Rudy, Real, Scamp, Sleep, Swinny, Spice, Scout, Scott, Scotty, Strike, Scooter, Sven, Stitch, Skye, Steve, Sweet, Sandy, Tobby, Tucker, Toffee, Toric, Troy, Tyson, Torry, Tripsy, Trip, Toros, Tuffer, Theseus, Theo, Teddy;
- On U-F-H: Upam, Urs, Olaf, Walker, Unik, Ulni, Urgas, Ursik, Frank, Funt, Frodo, Farley, Flipper, Frank, Fredy, Fox, Foxter, Phlox, Fawn, Horn, Hunter, Hooter, Harley, Hart, Hoops, Hank, Hutch, Kharis, Hook;
- On C-Ch-Sh: Zeiss, Citron, Citrus, Cent, Caesar, Cerri, Chuck, Chucky, Chase, Chase, Choker, Chief, Charlie, Chan, Chili, Shark, Sheriff, Shelton, Sean, Shonny, Shah, Chief, Shelly;
- On Щ-Э-Ю-Я: Sherbet, Shebby, Edwin, Eros, Emir, Earl, Elliot, Elwood, Aeschylus, Effie, Eric, Erius, Eugene, Yurik, Junior, Junga, Yard, Jacobs, Janis, Janus.
These amusing little ones with amusing faces can have a catchy nickname that captures something unique about them, such as their personality, appearance, habit, etc. The Pug can transform into a variety of characters, including Bingo, Google, Gavs, Duce, Dollar, Zephyr, Raisin, Krosh, Cube, Cactus, Coconut, High, Cupcake, Coffee, Karabas, Latte, Lipton, Maksik, Mucho, Mokko, Nafaneya, Pippo, Piston, Pong, Puff, Punch, Pokemon, Radish, Rumbic, Scooter, Snickers, Scout, Troll, Tetris, Uryuk, Funtik, Fuki, Fakir, and Shmel.
A happy companion that can pull off a variety of con games and is constantly planning a fresh "surprise" for its masters can be any of the following: Veselchak, Shukher, Hulk, Zhivchik, Pirate, Bandit, Yegoza, Savage, Shalopay, Nalet, Razboinik, Awl.
Many pugs are voracious eaters, but if feeding the dog too much is not advised, then it is acceptable to give him a nickname that sounds "appetizing"—Bublik, Ponchik, Pirozhok, Zhorik, Winnie the Pooh, Puzir, Zhirok, Cheburek, Belyash, Pelmen, etc.
A boy pug’s name should sound nice, be short, and have one more important detail: the puppy should react to it.
Nicknames for girl pugs
Charming girls with expressive eyes can also benefit from short nicknames, but they can also be very, very beautiful.
- A-B-C: Ali, Alia, Agnia, Akhta, Arfa, Alma, Asti, Buna, Briana, Brit, Bonita, Brooks, Blondie, Bessie, Baxi, Beta, Brea, Britney, Bohemia, Barry, Bebby, Betty, Vixie, Vega, Viola, Vivian, Vivienne, Valli, Veta, Valma, Venus, Violetta, Vesta;
- On G-D-E: Gate, Grace, Galaxy, Hera, Goldie, Gobi, Gabi, Gladys, Galia, Gerda, Geti, Gloria, Glory, Desi, Jody, Joyce, Dixie, Dominic, Delia, Dana, Danaya, Delilah, Jay, Dinara, Elga, Eva, Yeti, Erma, Evitta, Blackberry, Elenka, Elonka.
- On Zh-Z-I: Giselle, Jolie, Jacqueline, Justine, Zheni, Jeanette, Judith, Zura, Zeya, Zora, Zola, Zimushka, Zlatka, Zolotinka, Itsi, Irlin, Isis, Iskra, Ithaca, Illada, Irena, Ivetta, Ivory;
- For K-L-M: Cleo, Quincy, Coquette, Kara, Cory, Kerry, Kirby, Catherine, Cuba, Kia, Courtney, Lesta, Luciana, Lizzy, Lana, Liana, Lota, Latifa, Lava, Leyla, Lucky, Lottie, Leda, Mystic, Maura, Milori, Maggie, Maya, Melody, Meris, Maggi;
- On N-O-P: Naomi, Nellie, Nessie, Nymph, Niagara, Nora, Navarre, Naiad, Neya, Narine, Naiti, Olsi, Olivia, Orchid, Oji, Ophelia, Ollie, Penny, Platinum, Perseus, Pinkie Pie, Palermo, Pavlina;
- On R-S-T: Rachel, Rihanna, Rhea, Ramona, Roxy, Rosie, Reysi, Rhonda, Rufina, Scotty, Sally, Savana, Susie, Sofiyka, Scarlett, Sandy, Cecilia, Temmy, Tilda, Trisha, Toleda, Tyra, Tanisha, Trixie, Teffi;
- On U-F-X: Uriah, Upsy, Winsley, Unita, Uzzi, Fairy, Feri, Frisbee, Fanny, Feda, Felissa, Fiesta, Themis, Floxie, Fiona, Faina, Hatti, Heila, Helly, Holly, Hannah, Hilary , Chloe;
- On Ts-Ch-Sh: Queen, Celia, Ceisi, Tsilya, Tserceya, Cholita, Chili, Cherry, Charlie, Cheruta, Chansi, Cherodeyka, Chesma, Shelley, Sharon, Shiny, Charlize, Sherry;
- On Shch-E-Yu-Ya: Sherbet, Shchenny, Evita, Ellie, Emmy, Etna, Esther, Evita, Eskimo, Eva, Erli, Yuvitta, Juno, Yuzhanka, Yadviga, Java, Yanina, Yalta, Yanta.
In addition, the baby a nickname that brings a smile to the faces of people around you might be appropriate. In this case, a girl pug can be called Gaechka, Businka, Cherry, Freckle, Gulka, Dusya, Zhuzha, Zhi-zhi, Iriska, Knopka, Kroshka, Kapleya, Koketka, Kalinka, Kiki, Koko, Konfetka, Lalka, Mimi, Medkom, Minnie, Mopsy, Mukha, Mushka, Muley, Nyusya, Olive, Button, Piggy, Pixie, Pepsi, Pony, Ponochka, Pupsey, Pipetka, Ranetka, Topless, Tutti, Frutti, Tequila, Fifa, Franta, Pistachio, Persimmon, Cherry, Shunya, Showbaby, Shushey, Shchuchka.
A name like Buns, Buns, Forks, Eclairs, Meatballs, Meatballs, Pelmeshki, Buzy, Condensed Milk, Potatoes will make a happy little girl who doesn’t mind eating a lot of delicious food.
The following are appropriate for a pug if we adopt nicknames from the breed’s native country:
- Kiku – chrysanthemum;
- Hala – flower;
- Sakura – cherry;
- Hinata – sunflower;
- Akane – red flower;
- Aimi – flower;
- Hotaru – Firefly.
| Category | Example Names |
| Classic Names | Buddy, Max, Bella |
| Funny Names | Pugsy, Snuffles, Sir Barksalot |
| Food-Inspired Names | Donut, Biscuit, Taco |
| Unique Names | Gizmo, Ziggy, Peanut |
| Pop Culture Names | Yoda, Chewie, Pikachu |
Choosing the perfect name for your pug can be a fun and meaningful process. Whether you decide to go with something traditional or quirky, it"s all about finding a name that fits your pug’s personality and charm.
Consider what makes your pug special. Their small stature, wrinkled face, or playful demeanor could provide the ideal name. Keep in mind that you’ll be calling out this name a lot, so choose a name you love to say!
The best name is ultimately the one that sounds right to you. Don’t be afraid to use your imagination and follow your gut feelings. Ultimately, giving your pug a name is just the start of many joyous moments to come!
Your pug’s name should be a reflection of their distinct nature, style, and the happiness they bring into your home. The most important thing is to choose a name that you and your pug will love, whether you choose something more traditional and endearing or something quirky and lively to reflect their playful nature. It should be something your pug can quickly identify and pronounce with ease. Finding a name that suits their adorable, wrinkly little face is ultimately what matters!
