Christmas Dog Name Ideas Perfect for the Festive Season

Christmas is magic. Regardless of how you are spending the festive season, one thing is for sure – it’s the best moment to give your loved ones some affection. Or take a step further and adopt a new pet to share all the reservoirs of love you have! 

If you’re a freshly made owner of a cute puppy, consider paying tribute to this special date and naming the dog with a Christmas name. This way, every time you call your pet, you’ll get a reminiscence of this particular moment in your life. And it will make you remember why it’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Are you lacking inspiration? Check our Christmas dog names! It’s likely that you’ll find a match for your pet among them. 

Christmas Dog Names

The holiday season is the perfect time to give your four-legged family member some extra love! Celebrate Christmas with them by bestowing a special moniker fit for the occasion. Looking for inspiration? Here are some wintry picks that’ll make every pup’s tail wag:

• North Pole – the perfect pick for any pup and sure to put them at the center of attention during this merry time;
• Elf – this pup is sure to bring joy and love this season, always ready with an adorable paw when you need a helping hand;
• Mistletoe – an endearing reminder to keep that festive spirit alive long after the decorations come down;
• Holly – perfect for a pup that loves to play and is always full of holiday spirit;
• Jingle – this name is sure to bring some extra jingle to your pup’s life;
• Bell – a fun and festive name for any pup;
• Noel – another classic Christmas symbol, Noel is perfect for any pet;
• Candy Cane – a sweet reminder of the holidays, Candy Cane is great for any pup;
• Present – a gift-filled name perfect for any pup.

Don’t forget to check out the best black and white dog names!

Shiny Christmas Dog Names

In the New Testament, it’s the star that has guided Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, where the baby Jesus was born. The symbol of a star is deeply rooted in many Christmas traditions worldwide. At the same time, the lights announce the festive season all over the world – and with the days getting shorter, there is much more time to expose them. We decorate our building facades, fences, trees, and lanterns with them, underlining the special character of the season.

Christmas wouldn’t be the same without the lights and sparkle – and that’s why that was our first association in the research. Here are some shiny Christmas dog names for the natural-born furry stars!

• Shine – for an energetic pup who is always on the go;
• Sparkle – for a pup with curly fur;
• Glimmer – perfect if your pup has big eyes;
• Twinkle – the name fits an adventurous pup;
• Luz – Spanish for 'light’;
• Star – for a pup that made you fall in love;
• Stardust – for a mischievous pup;
• Galaxy – the ultimate name for a pup from out of this world;
• Comet – for a speedy pup;
• Orion – after the constellation;
• Andromeda – for a pup that loves to explore;
• Blink – for a pup that loves to study people;
• Glitter – for a pup whose fur catches the light.

Plus the star variations:

• Estrella (star in Castellano);
• Stella (star in Italian);
• Naima (star in Arabic);
• Sitara (star in Hindi);
• Suta (star in Japanese);
• Étoile (star in French);
• Byeol (star in Korean).

Geography-Inspired Winter and Christmas Names

While Christmas is the best time to enjoy the coziness of your own home, there’s nothing wrong with traveling a little – with your imagination! Depending on where you live, the festive season may bring various associations, but the geographical locations below are the quintessence of the Christmas spirit. 

North-pole locations, cities, and territories lost in the tundra or taiga and, of course, the famous ski resorts – we remembered about them all! Who knows – maybe you find the perfect Christmas dog name among them?

• North – for an independent pup;
• Antarctica – for a pup that loves chilly weather;
• Igloo – for a pup that loves to cuddle;
• Lapland – for a pup that loves to explore;
• Oslo – for a pup that loves travelling;
• Malmö – for a pup that loves snow;
• Alaska – for a pup that loves the winter;
• Aspen – for an adventurous pup;
• Everest – for a pup with big ambitions;
• Yukon – for a pup that loves nature;
• Sundance – for a pup that loves to play;
• Baikal – for a pup that loves swimming.

Our Reader’s Story

This year, our family found the perfect way to bring holiday cheer into our home – with a four-legged addition!
We welcomed Holly (a wintery symbol of joy and festivities) into our lives and can’t wait for all the Christmas adventures we will experience together.
Already this pup has brought us so much happiness as we count down to December 25th!

Food-Inspired Christmas Dog Names

Christmas is all about food – it’s hard to deny it! Each region has its own particular culinary tradition, but many have connecting points. In the Northern Hemisphere, the festive season equals cold – and that’s why root spices dominate the menu. They warm us up, spreading a seducing aroma around – and plus, many of them not only smell but also sound mouthwatering. 

These are the ingredients and dishes we associate with Christmas – all of them work perfectly as a name!

• Nutmeg – for a pup that loves attention;
• Walnut – for a pup that loves to play;
• Ginger – for an outgoing pup;
• Cranberry – perfect if your pup has a red coat;
• Cinnamon – for a pup that loves to explore;
• Cardamon – for a pup that loves to cuddle;
• Mulled Wine – for an old soul;
• Hazelnut – for a pup that loves to hide;
• Spice – for an adventurous pup;
• Clove – for a pup that loves to dig;
• Gingerbread – the ultimate Christmas name.

Winter Christmas Dog Names

Are you searching for a name that is obviously tied to the Christmas season? Here are examples of some Christmas symbols-inspired names. We’ve also included those that bring associations with snowy winter. They will be a perfect match for white breeds such as Maltese, Pomeranian, Japanese Spitz, or Chihuahua. But you may as well use these names for any dog born or adopted in the wintertime.

• Snowball;
• Snowman;
• Puff;
• Ice;
• Icy;
• Arctic;
• Flake;
• Snowflake;
• Snowy;
• Cozy;
• December;
• January;
• Frost;
• Frosty;
• Icicle;
• Pine.

Christmas Classics Dog Names

Each family has its own Christmas classic, but there are films that we all love and wait to see for the hundredth time. Which of the cult Christmas movies is an unquestionable winner for you? Most probably, you will point out Home Alone – an ultimate Christmas classic that many of us know literally by heart. But there are other films with memorable characters worth mentioning here. Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin was cute, charismatic, and brave – but those guys deserve some attention, too! Here are some more ideas for Christmas dog names!

Grinch

Do you remember the weird greenish creature that has the objective of ruining everyone’s Christmas? Grinch is a fictional character portrayed in the book of Dr. Seuss (How Grinch stole Christmas) which was later adapted three times – the last time in 2018. Grinch hates Christmas due to bad childhood experiences. He is mean–tempered and loves to spread confusion around.

Rudolph

The red-nosed reindeer is another iconic Christmas character you may remember from childhood. His nose was a subject of jokes until Santa Claus himself has chosen Rudolph to lead his journey from the North Pole to the houses all over the world.

Frosty

Frosty the Snowman is the main protagonist of the animation with the same name from the studio’s Ranking Bass productions. The main song from this film is in the Christmas canon until this day.

Jack Frost

Another snowman that you may remember from the Christmas classic movie. Jack Frost is a character from the movie by the same name – a human trapped in the snowman’s body. But in fact, Jack Frost is far beyond that – a spirit, an incarnation of frost, winter, and freezing cold that would appear in literature and folklorist tales from all over the world. 

Olaf

Olaf is the snowman from the beloved and widely known Disney movie, Frozen. He’s a fun-loving snowman who loves summer and all that it entails – but gets himself into some unfortunate situations due to his naivety. Despite this, Olaf remains one of the most loved characters in the movie.

Have you found something for your puppy? If not, just look around – on Christmas, the world is full of inspiration!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Good Name for a Christmas Dog?

Some good Christmas dog names include Noel, Jingle, Candy Cane, Gingerbread, and Holly.

What Are Some Winter Dog Names?

Some winter dog names include Snowy, Frosty, Blizzard, Winter, and Blizzard.

What Are 5 Names for Santa?

Santa has many aliases, from the magical Saint Nick to jolly old Father Christmas. Kris Kringle and Mr. Claus round out his list of merry monikers!

What Are Some Christmas Cute Names?

On the night of Christmas, a magical group of merry creatures light up the sky; Rudolph with his red nose, Tinsel’s twinkle and glimmer, Elf spreading festive cheer around every corner. Mistletoe brightening hearts with its sweet kisses and Angel blessing us all on this special day!

Lucas Taylor

Lucas Taylor is a veterinary assistant, freelance journalist and single dad who lives in the suburbs with his three pups: Ruby, Nala, and Woody. He has one cat named Pepper. When he’s not writing articles or working at the vet clinic, Lucas loves cooking French cuisine for himself and friends at home. One of Lucas’ favorite things to do is paddleboard with his son Noah and their canine companions. Pepper is the homebody of the bunch – she loves chilling on the couch.