Planning to welcome a new dog into the family? I’m in the same situation with my 7-year old daughter who’s been begging to get a pet for months now. Well, I finally caved in and it’s time to come up with name for our adopted family member. As a family we thought a cute food inspired name would work best and are extremely cute.
Here’s a whole bunch of food inspired name ideas whether you want to name your pet after your favorite treat, breakfast item, or something more substantial like T-Bone.
Categories: Snack Food Names for Dogs | Breakfast Names for Dogs |
Lunch Names for Dogs | Dinner Names for Dogs | Food Names for Female Dogs | Food Names for Male Dogs | Healthy Food Names for Pets
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Snack Food Names for Dogs
Each of these names is sweet, snacky, and perfect for a lovable dog. Enjoy choosing the one that best fits your furry friends personality.
- Biscuit
- Muffin
- Cookie
- Cupcake
- Pretzel
- Brownie
- Scone
- Croissant
- Pudding
- Macaron
- Doughnut
- Crumpet
- Toffee
- Waffle
- Truffle
- Cannoli
- Strudel
- Churro
- Chocolate
- Fudge
- Ginger (as in Gingerbread)
- Shortcake
- Snickerdoodle
- Pancake
- Bagel
- Crumble
- Popcorn
- Marshmallow
- Cinnamon (like Cinnamon Roll)
- Candy
- Tiramisu
- Twinkie
- Blondie
- Cheesecake
- Buttercup
- Pecan
- Éclair
- Nugget
- Bonbon
- Mochi
- Rolo
- Cocoa
- Gelato
- Toffee
- Jellybean
- Pavlova
- Granola
- Gingersnap
- Profiterole
- Flapjack
- S’more
A cute name for a dog who loves cookie.
Breakfast Names for Dogs
These breakfast-inspired names are not only unique but also quite endearing for a dog.
- Oatmeal
- Pancake
- Waffle
- Toastie
- Bagel
- Croissant
- Muesli
- Porridge
- Bran
- Coffee
- Grits
- Crepe
- Scone
- Marmalade
- Syrup
- Jammy
- Omelette
- Benedict (like Eggs Benedict)
- Quiche
- Frittata
- Parfait
- Danish
- Latte
- Cappuccino
- Espresso
- Mocha
- Java
- Brioche
- Mimosa
- Hash (as in Hash Browns)
- Benny (short for Eggs Benedict)
- Smoothie
- Poptart
- Yoghurt
- Blintz
- Berry
- Buttermilk
- Flapjack
- Honey
- Cereal
- Rasher (as in bacon)
- Scramble (like scrambled eggs)
- Maple
- Crisp (as in cereal)
- Sunny (like sunny-side-up eggs)
- Dippy (as in dippy eggs)
- Beans
- Beignet
- Cocoa
- Chip (like chocolate chip pancakes)
Lunch Name Ideas for Dogs
These names draw inspiration from a wide range of popular lunch items and are perfect for any dog with a personality as vibrant and diverse as these lunchtime favorites.
- Sandwich
- Panini
- Taco
- Burrito
- Wrap
- Sub
- Hoagie
- Caesar (as in Caesar salad)
- Cobb (like Cobb salad)
- Gyro
- Burger
- Slider
- Baguette
- Ciabatta
- Pita
- Sushi
- Bento
- Noodle
- Quesadilla
- Bruschetta
- Reuben
- Philly (like Philly cheesesteak)
- Club (as in club sandwich)
- Monte (like Monte Cristo sandwich)
- BLT
- Griller
- Fajita
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- Pizza
- Calzone
- Falafel
- Chowder
- Stewie
- Gazpacho
- Ramen
- Udon
- Pastrami
- Bánh Mì
- Croque (like Croque Monsieur)
- Ravioli
- Pesto
- Alfredo
- Meatball
- Tuna
- Caesar (as in Caesar wrap)
- Caprese
- Muffaletta
- Po’Boy
- Focaccia
- Gumbo
- Hero (another term for a sub or hoagie)
Dinner Name Ideas for Dogs
A delicious dinner based name for your dog.
These names reflect a variety of hearty and comforting dinner dishes, making them perfectly charming names for a dog.
- Meatloaf
- Spaghetti
- Casserole
- Stroganoff
- Lasagna
- Curry
- T-Bone
- Risotto
- Paella
- Goulash
- Ravioli
- Schnitzel
- PotRoast
- Gumbo
- Jambalaya
- Dumpling
- Frittata
- Biryani
- Enchilada
- Fajita
- Carbonara
- Alfredo
- Tagine
- Kebab
- Cacciatore
- Shepherd (as in Shepherd’s Pie)
- Bourguignon
- Chateaubriand
- Moussaka
- Tofu
- Kimchi
- Gnocchi
- Tikka (as in Chicken Tikka)
- Souvlaki
- Brisket
- Osso (as in Osso Bucco)
- Marsala (as in Chicken Marsala)
- Chimichurri
- Wellington (as in Beef Wellington)
- Bolognese
- Shawarma
- Haggis
- Falafel
- Pad Thai
- Pho
- Ramen
- Sashimi
- Teriyaki
- Ratatouille
- Tater (as in Tater Tot Casserole)
Food Name Ideas for Female Dogs
- Berry
- Biscotti
- Brownie
- Buttercup
- Candy
- Caramel
- Chai
- Cherry
- Cinnamon
- Clementine
- Cocoa Momma
- Cookie Baby
- Cupcake
- Dolce (means ‘sweet’ in Italian)
- Fudge
- Ginger Cuddles
- Honey Kiss
- Jasmine (as in the tea)
- Jellybean
- Kiwi
- Latte
- Licorice
- Marmalade
- Marshmallow
- Mocha
- Nectarine
- Olive
- Pancake
- Paprika
- Peach
- Peanut
- Peppermint
- Pesto
- Pickle
- Pudding
- Pumpkin
- Rosemary
- Saffron
- Taffy
- Truffle
Food Name Ideas for Male Dogs
A cute puppy named Ribs and loves ribs.
- T-Bone Taylor
- Brisket
- Porter (as in Porterhouse)
- Ribeye
- Angus
- Chuck (as in Chuck Steak)
- Jerky
- Kobe (as in Kobe Beef)
- Sirloin
- Burger
- Colby (like Colby cheese)
- Bacon
- Hamlet
- Ribs
- Fillet
- Chorizo
- Brew (like beer)
- Whiskey
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- Sausage
- Guinness
- Porterhouse
- Chip (like potato chips)
- Nacho
- Barley
- Stout
- Hoagie
- Pickles
- Pretzel
- Rye
- Taco
- Pilsner (type of beer)
- Bourbon
- Hops
- Barbecue
- Grits
- Cheddar
- Frito
- Salami
- Schnitzel
- Hambone
Healthy Food Names for Pets
These names are inspired by a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts known for their health benefits, making them great options for a dog’s name.
- Apple
- Banana
- Carrot
- Kale
- Berry
- Mango
- Peach
- Quinoa
- Almond
- Broccoli
- Chia
- Coconut
- Fig
- Ginger
- Kiwi
- Lemon
- Olive
- Papaya
- Radish
- Spinach
- Tofu
- Avocado
- Basil
- Clementine
- Date
- Flax
- Granola
- Hazelnut
- Jasmine (as in the rice)
- Lentil
- Melon
- Nutmeg
- Oatmeal
- Parsley
- Raspberry
- Squash
- Tomato
- Walnut
- Zucchini
- Beet
- Cashew
- Edamame
- Garbanzo
- Honeydew
- Juniper
- Lychee
- Mint
- Nectarine
- Peach
- Romaine
I’m in the process of figuring out my future dogs name right now. Ever since my daughter first laid eyes on a playful puppy at the park, her dream of having a pet dog remained strong. Despite her excitement, as a dad, I knew it was crucial to instill in her the understanding of the responsibilities that come with pet ownership. I often found myself saying, “Remember, owning a dog is not just fun and games. It’s a big responsibility – from feeding them to picking up their poop, and ensuring they get enough exercise.”
Her persistence never waned, and eventually, we agreed to start looking for a dog. We decided on a smaller breed, something manageable and suitable for our family lifestyle. A Shih Tzu seemed like the perfect choice. The search was filled with anticipation, and my daughter would often get lost in pictures of adorable Shih Tzus, envisioning walks in the park and playtime.
One evening, as we sat discussing the new addition to our family, my daughter came up with a charming idea. “Why don’t we name our dog after something we all love – like our favorite foods?” Her eyes sparkled with creativity. So, we started brainstorming names together. We came up with ‘Biscuit’ for a golden-brown pup, ‘Muffin’ for a fluffy one, and ‘Peanut’ for a small, nutty-colored dog. Each name was more adorable than the last.
As we went through this process, I saw more than just a name being chosen for a pet. It was about preparing my daughter for a new chapter of responsibility and care. It was heartwarming to see her take this role seriously, blending her excitement with a readiness to care for another life. The journey of finding the perfect name for our new furry family member was a delightful experience, filled with laughter and the promise of a loving home.
