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By Jamie Ballard, Woman's Day
If your dog has tons of personality, you need a name that reflects that. Whether your new best friend is a big ol' goofball or a bit of a princess, these silly monikers are a great place to get some inspiration for what you'll call them.
Rocky
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Give this to your tough-but-sweet new pup. We think Dad will especially like this name if he's a fan of Sylvester Stallone movies.
Mocha
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There's no better name for a energetic brown pup than Mocha. Another equally cute coffee-themed name: Joe ... as in a "cup of Joe".
Barkley
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If your pup is anything but quiet, we know just the name to give her.
Nellie
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Nellie is made for a dog who's just a little bit scruffy, don't you think?
Bruiser
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This name is especially hilarious if your dog is a cuddle monster who would never hurt a fly.
Lulu
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This adorable, feminine name is for your dog who is a real lady at heart.
Midge
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If you feel like your dog is secretly a wrinkly old lady, you might as well give her a name that reflects that!
Finn
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This short-and-sweet Irish name is made for a dog who loves to swim - but really, doesn't every dog like taking a dip?
Amigo
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He's going to be your best friend, so you might as well give him a name that reflects that.
Moose
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If your new dog is a big, cuddly, goofy guy, Moose is too silly to pass up.
Yoda
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Big pointy ears? Check. A face full of infinite wisdom? Check. Yoda is for your quirky lil' dude.
Fluffy
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Calling all big fluffy furballs. You might as well go for a name that's literal.
Schnitzel
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Honor your dachshund's German heritage by naming him after this traditional German food.
Zuko
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Zuko is a funny but fierce name, making it an especially good choice for a high-spirited husky.
Rufus
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There's something hilarious about naming a dog something kind of, well, dorky. (Don't shoot the messenger!)
Cujo
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You've got to have a real sense of humor (and a really, really friendly dog) to go with this name inspired by Stephen King's classic dog movie. But we're sure it'll draw lots of laughs from friends.
Daisy
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Your gentle and silly pup deserves a name that brings out the cutest part of her.
Ginger
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If you're a foodie, you can't go wrong with a name like Ginger. It's so charming, you won't mind shouting her name across the dog park.
Peanut
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C'mon, this is definitely the best name for a little fluffy dog that happens to be the color of, well, a peanut.
Gigi
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This name is spunky and short. In French, it means "trustworthy girl from the farm," making it ideal for a sweet, soft thing.