Are you looking for some suitable video game dog names ideas for your new puppy friend?
Then you’ve come to the right place, I’ve put together a list of over 250 names from various video games. You’re sure to find a suitable name for your new puppy here.
Popular Video Game Dog Names
I find it exciting to share some popular dog names from video games inspired by our favorite virtual worlds. So I’ve grouped the names into three main categories: Nintendo Video game names, Names from Adventure Games, and Names from Role-playing Games.
Names from Nintendo Games
Nintendo games often have unforgettable characters that can make great names for dogs. Here are some of my favorites:
- Link (The Legend of Zelda)
- Zelda (The Legend of Zelda)
- Ganon (The Legend of Zelda)
- Midna (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)
- Epona (The Legend of Zelda)
- Jigglypuff (Pokémon)
- Mewtwo (Pokémon)
- Lucario (Pokémon)
- Greninja (Pokémon)
- Incineroar (Pokémon)
- Villager (Animal Crossing)
- Isabelle (Animal Crossing)
- Sonic (Sonic the Hedgehog)
- Tails (Sonic the Hedgehog)
- Knuckles (Sonic the Hedgehog)
- Shadow (Sonic the Hedgehog)
- Bayonetta (Bayonetta)
- Waluigi (Mario sports games)
- Diddy Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Dixie Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Funky Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Midna (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)
- Epona (The Legend of Zelda)
- Sable (Animal Crossing)
- Bowser (Super Mario)
- Donkey Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Diddy Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Dixie Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Funky Kong (Donkey Kong)
- Kirby (Kirby)
- Meta Knight (Kirby)
- King Dedede (Kirby)
- Samus (Metroid)
- K.K. Slider (Animal Crossing)
- Tom Nook (Animal Crossing)
- Mr. Resetti (Animal Crossing)
- Blathers (Animal Crossing)
- Celeste (Animal Crossing)
- Sable (Animal Crossing)
- Mabel (Animal Crossing)
- Captain Falcon (F-Zero)
- Ness (EarthBound)
- Lucas (Mother 3)
- King Dedede (Kirby)
- Meta Knight (Kirby)
- Wario (WarioWare)
- Greninja (Pokémon)
- Incineroar (Pokémon)
- Kapp’n (Animal Crossing)
- Hitmonlee (Pokemon)
- Yoshi (Super Mario)
- Toad (Super Mario)
- Mario (Super Mario)
- Luigi (Super Mario)
- Peach (Super Mario)
- Pikachu (Pokémon)
- Eevee (Pokémon)
- Bulbasaur (Pokémon)
- Charmander (Pokémon)
- Squirtle (Pokémon)
- Pichu (Pokémon)
- Pit (Kid Icarus)
- Palutena (Kid Icarus)
- Dark Pit (Kid Icarus)
- Fox McCloud (Star Fox)
- Falco Lombardi (Star Fox)
- Slippy Toad (Star Fox)
- Peppy Hare (Star Fox)
- Pichu (Pokémon)
- Jigglypuff (Pokémon)
- Mewtwo (Pokémon)
- Lucario (Pokémon)
- Celeste (Animal Crossing)
- Resetti (Animal Crossing)
- Junior (Bowser Jr.)
Names from Adventure Games
In adventure games, players get engrossed in exciting narratives and meet fascinating characters. Some of my favorite dog names inspired by adventure games are:
- Sora (Kingdom Hearts series)
- Dogmeat (Fallout series)
- Max (Life is Strange series)
- Kratos (God of War series)
- Chloe (Life is Strange series)
- Amicia (A Plague Tale: Innocence)
- Arthur (Red Dead Redemption series)
- Ethan (Resident Evil series)
- Lara Croft (Tomb Raider series)
- Aloy (Horizon series)
- Geralt (The Witcher series)
- Dante (Devil May Cry series)
- Jak (Jak and Daxter series)
- Kara (Detroit: Become Human)
- Faith (Mirror’s Edge series)
- Ezio (Assassin’s Creed series)
- Jin (Ghost of Tsushima)
- Delsin (inFAMOUS series)
- Cole (inFAMOUS series)
- Connor (Detroit: Become Human)
- Ellie (The Last of Us series)
- Amicia (A Plague Tale: Innocence)
- Amicia (A Plague Tale: Innocence)
- Marcus (Detroit: Become Human)
- Nate (Uncharted series)
- Kassandra (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey)
- Alexios (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey)
- Bayek (Assassin’s Creed Origins)
- Corvo (Dishonored series)
- Daud (Dishonored series)
- Emily (Dishonored series)
- Aloy (Horizon series)
- Eivor (Assassin’s Creed Valhalla)
- Miles (Spider-Man series)
- Ryder (Mass Effect: Andromeda)
- Shepard (Mass Effect series)
- Amicia (A Plague Tale: Innocence)
- Dante (Devil May Cry series)
- Jak (Jak and Daxter series)
- Kara (Detroit: Become Human)
- Faith (Mirror’s Edge series)
- Ezio (Assassin’s Creed series)
- Jin (Ghost of Tsushima)
- Delsin (inFAMOUS series)
- Cole (inFAMOUS series)
- Connor (Detroit: Become Human)
- Ellie (The Last of Us series)
- Marcus (Detroit: Become Human)
- Nate (Uncharted series)
- Kassandra (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey)
- Alexios (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey)
- Sora (Kingdom Hearts series)
- Dogmeat (Fallout series)
- Max (Life is Strange series)
- Amicia (A Plague Tale: Innocence)
- Arthur (Red Dead Redemption series)
- Ethan (Resident Evil series)
- Lara Croft (Tomb Raider series)
- Aloy (Horizon series)
- Geralt (The Witcher series)
- Kara (Detroit: Become Human)
- Faith (Mirror’s Edge series)
- Jin (Ghost of Tsushima)
- Delsin (inFAMOUS series)
- Ellie (The Last of Us series)
- Marcus (Detroit: Become Human)
- Kassandra (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey)
- Emily (Dishonored series)
- Emily (Dishonored series)
- Eivor (Assassin’s Creed Valhalla)
- Miles (Spider-Man series)
- Ryder (Mass Effect: Andromeda)
- Shepard (Mass Effect series)
- Corvo (Dishonored series)
- Daud (Dishonored series)
- Bayek (Assassin’s Creed Origins)
Names from Role-playing Games
Role-playing games (RPGs) have vast worlds and in-depth storylines, which lead to some compelling character names. Here are some dog names inspired by RPGs:
- Dovahkiin (Skyrim)
- Farkas (Skyrim)
- Vilkas (Skyrim)
- Serana (Skyrim)
- Lydia (Skyrim)
- M’aiq (Skyrim)
- J’zargo (Skyrim)
- Teldryn (Skyrim)
- Shadowfang (World of Warcraft)
- Frostmourne (World of Warcraft)
- Sylvanas (World of Warcraft)
- Thrall (World of Warcraft)
- Vol’jin (World of Warcraft)
- Illidan (World of Warcraft)
- Arthas (World of Warcraft)
- Cairne (World of Warcraft)
- Malfurion (World of Warcraft)
- Tyrande (World of Warcraft)
- Jaina (World of Warcraft)
- Varian (World of Warcraft)
- Gale (Baldur’s Gate 3)
- Shadowheart (Baldur’s Gate 3)
- Lae’zel (Baldur’s Gate 3)
- Astarion (Baldur’s Gate 3)
- Minsc (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Jaheira (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Khalid (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Imoen (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Edwin (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Volo (Baldur’s Gate series)
- Tav (Hogwarts Legacy)
- Felix (Hogwarts Legacy)
- Broom (Hogwarts Legacy)
- Nymphadora (Hogwarts Legacy)
- Mimic (Elden Ring)
- Blaidd (Elden Ring)
- Melina (Elden Ring)
- Ranni (Elden Ring)
- Fia (Elden Ring)
- Rogier (Elden Ring)
- Johnny Silverhand (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Alt Cunningham (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Panam Palmer (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Judy Alvarez (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Takemura (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Kerry Eurodyne (Cyberpunk 2077)
- River Ward (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Regina Jones (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Hanako Arasaka (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Goro Takemura (Cyberpunk 2077)
- V (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Rogue (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Jackie Welles (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Delamain (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Placide (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Viktor Vector (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Meredith Stout (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Yorinobu Arasaka (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Sandra Dorsett (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Dum Dum (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Lucy (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Gig (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Fingers (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Brick (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Maelstrom (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Oda (Cyberpunk 2077)
- T-Bug (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Evelyn Parker (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Padre (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Wakako Okada (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Mitch Anderson (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Dakota Smith (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Barry (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Woodman (Cyberpunk 2077)
- Thrall (World of Warcraft)
These are just a few examples of the many fantastic dog names you can find in video games. I hope that these selections inspire you to choose the perfect name for your furry companion. Happy gaming and happy naming!
Unique Video Game Dog Names
Here I have created a bonus chapter to give you some extra inspiration to possibly come up with other name ideas.
Names from Indie Games
I always find that indie games provide unique and creative video game dog names. They often have interesting characters and stories. Here are three dog names inspired by indie games:
- Ori from Ori and the Blind Forest is a name that emanates mysticism and beauty.
- Rex from SteamWorld Dig is a fitting name for a strong and determined pup.
- For a cute, lovable dog, try Noodle from Snake Pass.
Names from Retro Games
Retro games are a fantastic source of cool and nostalgic video game dog names. With their iconic characters, they offer excellent inspiration. Below are some names inspired by retro games:
- Kirby (Kirby’s Adventure) is perfect for a round, fluffy dog who loves to eat and play.
- Sonic (Sonic the Hedgehog) is a great name for a fast and energetic dog.
- Peach (Super Mario Bros.) is a lovely name for a sweet and charming female dog.
Considerations When Choosing a Dog Name
Personality Fit
When I am selecting a video game dog name, I always consider the personality and character of the dog. It could be helpful to observe their behavior and traits during the first few days. For instance, if they are playful and energetic, a name like Link from The Legend of Zelda would be a great fit. On the other hand, if they seem to have a calm and wise demeanor, perhaps Zelda also from The Legend of Zelda would be more appropriate. It’s essential to choose a name that reflects their personality, as it helps to create a stronger bond with the pet.
Ease of Pronunciation
Another important consideration when choosing a video game dog name is the ease of pronunciation. I tend to avoid names that are too long or tongue-twisters, as they could confuse my dog and make it harder for them to learn their name. Instead, I opt for short, distinct names that I can easily call out during training or play sessions. For example, some easy-to-pronounce video game dog names include:
- D-Dog (Metal Gear Solid V)
- Barbas (The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim)
- Chop (Grand Theft Auto V)
- K.K. Slider (Animal Crossing)
Having a clear and simple name not only makes life easier for me but also helps my four-legged friends understand when I’m addressing them.
My favorite names?
During my research, I noticed two names that would be favorites for me.
For male dogs: Thrall
For female dogs: Jaina
The choice of name is probably also due to the fact that I used to play a lot of World of Warcraft and therefore have fond memories of these names. So my influence here is subjective at best 😀
What are your favorite names? Feel free to write them in the comments.
FAQ
What are badass pet names?
Ivy
Bender
Storm
Luca
Bundy
Reaper
Coffin
Siege
Dahlia
Robotnik
Beast
Raider
Khan
Harley
Dredd
What video game has a dog?
Angelo
Final Fantasy VIII
More see here… List of fictional dogs in video games – Wikipedia
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