74+ Unique Christmas Names for Dogs

Christmas is a different mood.

It’s a different kind of party.

So, your pup needs a name that is as sparkly as the Christmas lights.

And of course, you need to come up with something that suits their personality.

Whether your little one is like a Grinch or an Elf, we bring to you an extensive collection of names to pick from

1. Holly Jolly Pups

For dogs who bring cheer brighter than Christmas lights.

  • Holly

  • Jolly

  • Mistletoe

  • Twinkle

  • Merry

  • Tinsel

  • Carol

  • Noel

  • Frosty

  • Garland

  • Star

  • Sparkle

  • Candy

  • Joy

  • Blitzen

  • Snowbell

  • Comet

  • Cranberry

  • Winter

  • Kringle


2. Cozy Cabin Crew

For pups who prefer cocoa, cuddles, and Christmas movies.

  • Cocoa

  • Flannel

  • Toffee

  • Snuggles

  • Chestnut

  • Cuddles

  • Marshmallow

  • Biscuit

  • Blanket

  • Muffin

  • Cinnamon

  • Cookie

  • Chai

  • Ember

  • Mittens

  • Nutmeg

  • Fleece

  • Waffles

  • Cuppa

  • Pudding


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3. Santa’s Little Barkers

For the good boys and girls on Santa’s “Nice (ish)” list.

  • Claus

  • Santa Paws

  • Rudy (short for Rudolph)

  • Dasher

  • Dancer

  • Prancer

  • Vixen

  • Donner

  • Blitz

  • Trixie (Rudolph’s sidekick energy)

  • Peppermint

  • Elfie

  • Kris

  • Tinsel Tail

  • Reiny

  • Northy

  • Sleigha (for the diva dog)

  • Bellie

  • Cookie Claws

  • Twixmas


4. Frosty Furballs

For snow-loving dogs who thrive in frosty adventures.

  • Snowy

  • Glacier

  • Icecap

  • Polar

  • Shiver

  • Flurry

  • Blizzard

  • Nippy

  • Icee

  • Frostbite (for the rebel pup)

  • Aspen

  • Arctic

  • Igloo

  • Chilly

  • Winterberry

  • Puff

  • Glacier Bean

  • Hailie

  • Drift

  • Glacie


5. Gift-Wrapped Goodies

For dogs so cute, they might as well come with a bow. 🎁

  • BowBow

  • Ribbons

  • Spark

  • Glitter

  • Giftie

  • Taggie

  • Presenta

  • Wrappy

  • Surprise

  • Bowsie

  • Jewel

  • Snazzy

  • Ribbon Tail

  • Fancy

  • Bubbly

  • Gifty

  • Popsy

  • Trinket

  • Festy

  • Dazzle


6. Christmas Movie Mutt-Stars

For film-loving furballs who steal the holiday spotlight.

  • Kevin (Home Alone)

  • Buddy (Elf)

  • Grinchie

  • Cindy Lou

  • Frost (from Jack Frost)

  • Ralphie (A Christmas Story)

  • Gizmo (Gremlins)

  • Clark (Christmas Vacation)

  • Marley (Marley & Me)

  • Miracle (on 34th Street)

  • Scrooge

  • Tiny Tim

  • Yukon (Cornelius, the adventurer!)

  • Jack (as in Skellington or Frost)

  • Klaus

  • Elfie (yes, again — it fits)

  • Charlie (Brown)

  • Max (the Grinch’s loyal dog!)

  • Krampus (for the naughty ones)

  • Emberly (holiday glow energy)


7. Festive Foodies

For the dogs who think Christmas dinner was made just for them. 🍗

  • Turkey

  • Biscotti

  • Snickerdoodle

  • Pecan

  • Cran

  • Peppermint Bark (wink)

  • Ginger

  • Cookie Dough

  • Fudge

  • Sprinkles

  • Cocoa Puff

  • Eggnog

  • Truffle

  • Caramel

  • Brandy

  • Mochi

  • Latte

  • Toffee Bean

  • Sugarplum

  • Nutty


8. North Pole Pups

For adventurous dogs with explorer energy and snow in their fur.

  • Arctic

  • Comet

  • Aurora

  • Polaris

  • Borealis

  • Yeti

  • Tundra

  • Snowcap

  • Frostbite

  • Chillax

  • Glimmer

  • Igloo

  • Iceberg

  • Nanuq (means “polar bear” in Inuit)

  • Glacia

  • Nova

  • Lumi (Finnish for snow)

  • Denali

  • Flake

  • Polar Puff


9. Tree-Top Tails

For dogs who shine brighter than ornaments. 🎄

  • Spruce

  • Pinecone

  • Starlet

  • Garland

  • Bauble

  • Treetop

  • Firby

  • Ornamenta

  • Sparkle Pup

  • Angel

  • Glitterbug

  • Silverbell

  • Hollyberry

  • Ivy

  • Snowflake

  • Piney

  • Twiggy

  • Cedar

  • Shine

  • Branchie


10. Merry Mischief Makers

For playful pups who unwrap presents (and chaos) every Christmas morning.

  • Jingle

  • Wiggles

  • Rascal

  • Zoomie

  • Chewie

  • Nibbles

  • Sparkplug

  • Chaos

  • Wiggy

  • Twixie

  • Prankster

  • Goober

  • Snickers

  • Tumble

  • Skippy

  • Munch

  • Blitzen Jr.

  • Sassy Claus

  • Tizzy

  • Dash


These names are perfect for your furball.

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