Disney Dog Names

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Kosar KoohiUpdated 20 September 2026 · 7 Min Read

Kosar is the editor of Pretty Fluffy, a lifelong dog lover, and the proud mom of Yuki, a Maltese who has very high standards. So does Kosar. She researches everything obsessively before it ever makes it onto the page.

Some names arrive with a whole story already attached. Call your puppy Nala or Stitch and everyone at the park knows exactly who you mean, which is half the charm of Disney dog names. They carry a little nostalgia, a lot of personality, and they are usually short enough to shout across a field without embarrassment.

Below are 270 ideas pulled from almost a century of Disney and Pixar films, sorted into girl and boy names, the real dogs of Disney movies, villains, names by coat and size, and pairs for two-dog homes. For more themes beyond the castle gates, this full guide to dog names for every pup has hundreds more.

Most Popular Disney Dog Names

The best-loved Disney dog names are short, instantly recognizable and easy to call: Pluto, Lady, Nala, Simba, Belle and Stitch, soft classics like Minnie and Daisy, and Pixar favorites such as Woody and Dory. Names of one or two syllables work best for training, so a long name like Rapunzel often becomes Punzie within a week anyway.

• Pluto: Mickey's loyal pup and the original Disney dog.
• Lady: the gentle Cocker Spaniel from Lady and the Tramp.
• Nala: Simba's brave best friend from The Lion King.
• Simba: for the little king of your household.
• Belle: bookish, brave and beautiful.
• Stitch: perfect for a mischievous pup with big ears.
• Minnie: sweet, classic and made for a small dog.
• Daisy: Minnie's best friend and a timeless girl dog name.
• Mickey: the one that started it all.
• Dug: the golden retriever from Up who loves you already.
• Olaf: ideal for a white, fluffy dog who likes warm hugs.
• Moana: for a water-loving adventurer.
• Baloo: for a laid-back, bear-sized dog.
• Dory: for a sweet pup who just keeps swimming.
• Woody: loyal to the end, just like a good dog.

Disney Girl Dog Names

Disney heroines range from gentle dreamers to fearless explorers, so there is a girl dog name here for every temperament. If you like the botanical side of names like Flora, Fauna and Jasmine, these flower names for dogs go much further.

Disney Princess Names for Girl Dogs

• Snow
• Cinderella (Ella for short)
• Aurora
• Ariel
• Belle
• Jasmine
• Pocahontas
• Mulan
• Tiana
• Rapunzel
• Merida
• Moana
• Raya
• Anna
• Elsa
• Asha

Sweet Disney-Inspired Girl Dog Names

• Minnie
• Daisy
• Tinker Bell
• Alice
• Wendy
• Nala
• Sarabi
• Kiara
• Duchess
• Marie
• Faline
• Flora
• Fauna
• Merryweather
• Esmeralda
• Meg
• Kida
• Giselle
• Poppins
• Lilo
• Nani
• Judy
• Vanellope
• Mirabel
• Isabela
• Luisa
• Dolores
• Sisu
• Pua
• Tala

Pixar Girl Dog Names

• Dory
• Jessie
• Bo Peep
• Boo
• Ellie
• Joy
• Riley
• EVE
• Violet
• Edna
• Sally
• Coco
• Mei
• Ember
• Flo

Disney Boy Dog Names

From jungle kings to toy cowboys, Disney's heroes and sidekicks make brilliant boy dog names. Many are already short and punchy, which makes them easy to use in training.

Disney Prince and Hero Names for Boy Dogs

• Mickey
• Simba
• Mufasa
• Kovu
• Aladdin
• Eric
• Flynn
• Naveen
• Kristoff
• Hercules
• Tarzan
• Mowgli
• Peter
• Robin
• Bambi
• Maui
• Hiro
• Ralph
• Felix
• Nick
• Kuzco
• Pinocchio
• Arthur
• Basil

Funny Disney Boy Dog Names

Sidekicks steal every scene, and their names suit dogs who do the same. For more names that land a laugh at the park, this list of funny dog names is full of them.

• Donald
• Goofy
• Timon
• Pumbaa
• Rafiki
• Zazu
• Abu
• Genie
• Mushu
• Kronk
• Heihei
• Sven
• Olaf
• Pascal
• Maximus
• Flounder
• Sebastian
• Thumper
• Jiminy
• Figaro
• Lumiere
• Cogsworth
• Chip
• Dale
• Gus
• Jaq
• Tigger
• Eeyore
• Piglet
• Grumpy
• Dopey
• Sneezy
• Bashful
• Sleepy
• Doc
• Happy

Pixar Boy Dog Names

• Woody
• Buzz
• Rex
• Hamm
• Sulley
• Mike
• Nemo
• Marlin
• Crush
• Squirt
• Remy
• Linguini
• Carl
• Russell
• WALL-E
• McQueen
• Mater
• Luigi
• Guido
• Miguel
• Hector
• Luca
• Alberto
• Dash
• Frozone
• Jack-Jack
• Bing Bong

Disney Villain Dog Names

Villain names are perfect for sweet dogs with a mischievous streak, or for a gentle giant who deserves a dramatic name. They also make excellent seasonal picks, and these Halloween dog names lean even spookier. For a dog with a real protective job, these guard dog names sound tougher still.

• Maleficent
• Ursula
• Cruella
• Jafar
• Iago
• Scar
• Hades
• Gaston
• LeFou
• Yzma
• Hook
• Smee
• Shere Khan
• Kaa
• Frollo
• Gothel
• Facilier
• Ratigan
• Medusa
• Mim
• Tremaine
• Anastasia
• Drizella
• Lucifer
• Diablo
• Flotsam
• Jetsam
• Oogie
• Randall
• Syndrome
• Lotso
• Zurg
• Hopper
• Tamatoa
• Bellwether
• Magnifico

Dog Names From Disney Movies

Why borrow from a princess when Disney has an entire pack of famous dogs? These are the real canine stars of Disney films, and they make especially fitting names for a pup who shares their breed or personality. The cast lists in this roundup of the best dog movies are worth browsing too.

Classic Disney Dog Characters

• Pluto: Mickey Mouse's faithful companion.
• Lady: the refined Cocker Spaniel of Lady and the Tramp.
• Tramp: the charming stray who wins her heart.
• Scamp: Lady and Tramp's adventurous son.
• Jock: Lady's loyal Scottish Terrier neighbor.
• Trusty: the old Bloodhound who saves the day.
• Peg: the worldly Pekingese from the dog pound.
• Pongo: the Dalmatian dad of 101 Dalmatians.
• Perdita: Pongo's devoted partner.
• Patch, Lucky, Rolly, Penny and Freckles: a few of the famous Dalmatian puppies.
• Copper: the hound puppy from The Fox and the Hound.
• Chief: Copper's grumpy older mentor.
• Bruno: Cinderella's sleepy Bloodhound.
• Nana: the nursemaid dog of the Darling family in Peter Pan.
• Max: Prince Eric's shaggy sheepdog in The Little Mermaid.
• Toby: the Basset Hound from The Great Mouse Detective.
• Napoleon and Lafayette: the farm dogs of The Aristocats.
• Dodger: the streetwise hero of Oliver and Company.
• Tito: the tiny, fearless Chihuahua in the same gang.
• Einstein: the gentle Great Dane of the group.
• Georgette: the pampered show Poodle.
• Percy: Governor Ratcliffe's pet Pug in Pocahontas.
• Little Brother: Mulan's cheerful little dog.

Pixar and Modern Disney Dog Characters

• Dug: the talking Golden Retriever from Up.
• Alpha, Beta and Gamma: Dug's pack mates in Up.
• Bolt: the white superdog who discovers he is ordinary, and better for it.
• Dante: the goofy Xoloitzcuintli from Coco.
• Slinky: the springy dachshund toy from Toy Story.
• Buster: Andy's real dachshund in Toy Story 2.
• Stella: the droopy-eared dog in The Princess and the Frog.
• Zero: Jack Skellington's glowing ghost dog.
• Sparky: the Bull Terrier star of Frankenweenie.
• Shadow and Chance: the Golden Retriever and American Bulldog of Homeward Bound.

Disney Names for Dogs by Coat Color and Size

Matching a name to your dog's look or size is one of the easiest ways to narrow the list.

Disney Names for Spotted Dogs

• Pongo
• Perdita
• Patch
• Freckles
• Oddball

Disney Names for White Dogs

• Olaf
• Elsa
• Snow
• Bolt
• Baymax
• Marie

Disney Names for Red and Ginger Dogs

Ariel, Merida and Tod all suit a coppery coat, and these fall dog names have plenty more for russet and ginger pups.

• Tod
• Vixey
• Mei

Disney Names for Big Dogs

• Sulley
• Rajah
• Bagheera
• Monstro
• Kerchak

Disney Names for Small Dogs

• Tink
• Roo
• Meeko
• Tinker
• Nibs

Unique Disney-Inspired Dog Names

For fans who want a name only fellow Disney lovers will catch, these deeper cuts come from lesser-known films, shorts and side characters. Nature lovers will spot Pocahontas and Moana's influence in names like Meeko and Tala, and these nature dog names continue the theme.

• Archimedes
• Merlin
• Wart
• Fidget
• Dinah
• Cheshire
• Hatter
• Pegasus
• Phil
• Cri-Kee
• Khan
• Flit
• Winnie
• Owl
• Bruni
• Gale
• Flash
• Finnick
• Clawhauser
• Ichabod
• Oswald
• Figment

Marvel and Star Wars Dog Names

Marvel and Star Wars are part of the Disney family too, and their heroes make fun dog names. See these superhero dogs for more inspiration.

• Groot
• Rocket
• Shuri
• Wanda
• Grogu
• Ahsoka
• Rey
• Finn

How to Choose a Disney Dog Name

Say your favorite out loud a few times, the way you would across a busy park. Short names of one or two syllables are easiest for dogs to learn, and it helps to avoid names that sound like cues, so a name like Kit is easily confused with "sit." If you love a long name such as Merryweather or Rapunzel, check that its natural nickname is one you like, because that is the version you will actually use.

Think about personality too. A bouncy puppy may grow into a calm senior, so a name like Tigger is charming at eight weeks and still funny at ten years, while a very grand name can be a lovely joke on a very small dog.

Disney Name Pairs for Two Dogs

Bringing home siblings or adding a second dog? Pairs from the same film make a sweet set.

• Lady and Tramp
• Chip and Dale
• Timon and Pumbaa
• Mickey and Minnie
• Anna and Elsa
• Woody and Buzz
• Lilo and Stitch
• Pongo and Perdita
• Sulley and Mike
• Tod and Copper

Whichever name you choose, it will soon feel as though your dog could never have been called anything else. If your pup is joining the family around a holiday, these patriotic dog names are fun for summer arrivals, and fans of Japanese animation will love these anime dog names.