Dog Names Starting with U - Pet Name Dictionary

Dog names starting with U are undeniably unique, perfect if you’re after something that truly stands out. I’ve collected some rare and intriguing options that can capture the essence of a dog who’s one-of-a-kind, just like their name.

Male Dog Names

Umberto

An elegant Italian origin name. Breeds: Italian Greyhound, Neapolitan Mastiff, Spinone Italiano

Usher

Musical title for a very rhythmic pup. Breeds: American Staffordshire Terrier, Boxer, Dalmatian

Ulf

Strong, Scandinavian name, means ‘wolf’. Breeds: Norwegian Lundehund, Swedish Vallhund, Siberian Husky

Upton

Old English origin, means ‘upper town’. Breeds: English Springer Spaniel, English Bulldog, English Setter

Ujjay

Unique name from India, means ‘Victor’. Breeds: Tibetan Spaniel, Dalmatian, Indian Pariah Dog

Uranus

Inspired by Greek mythology & astrology. Breeds: Greek Harehound, Saluki, Afghan Hound

Ugo

Italian origin, means ‘mind, heart, spirit’. Breeds: Cane Corso, Italian Greyhound, Spinoni Italiani

Ulrich

German name, means ‘prosperity and power’. Breeds: German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Weimaraner

Uma

Unisex name of Sanskrit origin. Breeds: Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Tibetan Mastiff

Ulysses

Strong Greek origin name. Breeds: Greek Shepherd, Boxer, Rottweiler

Underdog

Inspired by the famous cartoon character. Breeds: Beagle, Dachshund, Chihuahua

Uno

Unique name for your number one pup. Breeds: Shih Tzu, Poodle, Labrador Retriever

Utu

God of justice from Sumerian mythology. Breeds: Akita Inu, Shiba Inu, Chow Chow

Uri

Hebrew origin, means ‘light of God’. Breeds: Saint Bernard, Golden Retriever, Bichon Frise

Urso

Italian & Portuguese, means ‘bear’. Breeds: Newfoundland, Alaskan Malamute, Bernese Mountain Dog

Umi

Unisex name, means ‘the ocean’ in Japanese. Breeds: Akita Inu, Shikoku, Shiba Inu

Ulan

Unique Filipino name, means ‘rain’. Breeds: Basenji, Irish Water Spaniel, Labrador Retriever

Utah

Suits a dog born in or adopted from Utah. Breeds: American Eskimo Dog, Border Collie, Australian Shepherd

Ulyan

Russian origin, means ‘youthful’. Breeds: Russian Toy, Siberian Husky, Samoyed

Umar

An Arabic name, means ‘flourishing, thriving’. Breeds: Saluki, Anatolian Shepherd, Afghan Hound

Uberto

Italian origin, means ‘bright mind’. Breeds: Bolognese, Cane Corso, Italian Greyhound

Urbain

French name, means ‘from the city’. Breeds: French Bulldog, Bichon Frise, Papillon

Usman

Arabic origin, inspired by historical figures. Breeds: Saluki, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Afghan Hound

Ulfred

Anglo-Saxon origin, means ‘wolf of peace’. Breeds: Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, Akita Inu

Upshaw

An English surname, great for a classy pooch. Breeds: English Bulldog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Beagle

Ulick

Ireland origin, means ‘heart’s desire’. Breeds: Irish Setter, Irish Wolfhound, Irish Terrier

Umbros

Greek origin, means ‘shady’. Breeds: Greek Shepherd, Rottweiler, Boxer

Unwin

English origin, means ‘non-friend’. Breeds: English Springer Spaniel, Bulldog, English Setter

Urian

Welsh origin, means ‘privilege’. Breeds: Welsh Terrier, Welsh Corgi, Border Collie

Ubbo

A rare Germanic origin name. Breeds: German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher

Uziel

Hebrew origin, means ‘God is my strength’. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Shih Tzu, Bernese Mountain Dog

Female Dog Names

Umbra

A unique name for a black-coated pooch. Breeds: Doberman, Newfoundland, Labrador.

Una

Indicates a single unit. Suitable for an only pet. Breeds: Dalmatian, Pomeranian, Beagle.

Ursula

Perfect for a powerful, brave dog. Breeds: German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Boxer.

Unity

Ideal for a dog that brings the family together. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Border Collie, Labrador.

Usha

Indian name meaning dawn, great for a morning pooch. Breeds: Shih Tzu, French Bulldog, Pug.

Ulva

A Scandinavian name, perfect for a Wolf-like dog. Breeds: Husky, Malamute, German Shepherd.

Utopia

For dogs that feel like a perfect paradise. Breeds: Bichon Frise, Shih Tzu, Maltese.

Uli

Short, strong German name. Breeds: Dachshund, Doberman, German Shepherd.

Ursa

Latin for bear. Suits large, fur-covered breeds. Breeds: Newfoundland, Bernese Mountain Dog, St. Bernard.

Uni

Suits a dog with a single, distinctive mark. Breeds: American Staffordshire Terrier, Boxer, Dalmatian.

Urma

A name that hints at destiny or promise. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Labradoodle, Border Collie.

Ultima

Perfect for the latest or most treasured addition. Breeds: Schnauzer, Bulldog, Terrier.

Urbana

Suitable for a sophisticated city pooch. Breeds: Poodle, Yorkie, Shih Tzu.

Ureka

Ideal for a dog that’s a brilliant discovery. Breeds: Inquisitive Beagles, Dachshunds, Jack Russell Terriers.

Uta

Great for an abundantly rich pooch. Breeds: Spaniel, Maltese, Boxer.

Udelle

Meaning wealthy, for an abundance of cuteness. Breeds: Havanese, Bichon Frise, Pomeranian.

Ulrika

Scandinavian name meaning power. Breeds: Tibetan Mastiff, Rottweiler, German Shepherd.

Uncia

Exotic name after the scientific term for snow leopard. Breeds: Siberian Husky, Malamute, Samoyed.

Ula

Short, sweet celebrates a dog’s beauty. Breeds: Rottweiler, Boxer, Bulldog.

Ullmina

Unique German name that symbolizes protection. Breeds: Doberman, Boxer, Rottweiler.

Umbrian

Perfect for a dog full of darkness. Breeds: Dachshund, Miniature Schnauzer, Scottish Terrier.

Urla

A loud, vocal dog would suit this name. Breeds: Beagle, Basset Hound, Bloodhound.

Ume

Short, Japanese name meaning plum. Breeds: Shiba Inu, Akita, Pekingese.

Udara

Exotic African name meaning “fruit.” Breeds: Pharaoh Hound, Basenji, Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Ursie

A sweet name for a strong, bear-like dog. Breeds: Newfoundland, Saint Bernard, Great Dane.

Ursa Minor

Named after a star constellation. Breeds: Border Collie, Australian Shepherd, Shetland Sheepdog.

Uva

Perfect for a pup as sweet as a grape. Breeds: Pug, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier.

Utahna

A state-inspired choice for an All-American pooch. Breeds: American Pit Bull Terrier, Boston Terrier, American Bulldog.

Urania

Strong and regal. Breeds: Mastiff, Great Dane, Saint Bernard

Urchin

Mischievous and playful. Breeds: Labrador, Jack Russell Terrier, French Bulldog

Unique

One of a kind. Breeds: Shiba Inu, Basenji, Dalmatian

Uptown

Elegant and superior. Breeds: Pomeranian, Maltese, Bichon Frise

Ujama

Communal and cooperative. Breeds: Bernese Mountain Dog, Labrador, Golden Retriever

Umika

Soft, sensitive, loving. Breeds: Shih Tzu, Pomeranian, Bichon Frise

Unna

Sweet and kind. Breeds: Spaniel, Newfoundland, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Uttara

Loyal and protective. Breeds: Akita, Doberman, German Shepherd

Usmina

Passionate and courageous. Breeds: Boxer, Dalmatian, Husky

Usa

Strong and independent. Breeds: Shar-Pei, Bulldog, Bull Terrier

Utapia

Radiant and glowing. Breeds: Labrador, Golden Retriever, Shiba Inu

Uja

Lively and playful. Breeds: Terrier, French Bulldog, Beagle