Dog Names Starting with W - Pet Name Dictionary

Dog names starting with W have a special charm. Something about them feels both comforting and distinctive. From names that evoke the great outdoors to those with a soft, endearing touch, this collection is here to inspire the perfect pick for your pup.

Male Dog Names

Wally

A playful and friendly name. Breeds: Beagle, Golden Retriever, Boxer

Waldo

Great for adventurous dogs. Breeds: Border Collie, Dalmatian, Whippet

Warwick

Elegant name for a noble-looking dog. Breeds: Doberman, Greyhound, Rottweiler

Watson

Great for intelligent and inquisitive breeds. Breeds: Border Collie, Poodle, Shetland Sheepdog

Waylon

Perfect for courageous dogs. Breeds: Bulldog, German Shepherd, Rhodesian Ridgeback

Werner

Best for strong, large breeds. Breeds: Great Dane, St. Bernard, Newfoundland

Weston

Suits confident and social dogs. Breeds: Labrador Retriever, American Staffordshire Terrier, Dalmatian

Whiskey

Creative name for fun-loving breeds. Breeds: Beagle, Terrier, Basset Hound

Whisper

Suits calm and quiet breeds. Breeds: Greyhound, Papillon, Shih Tzu

Wilbur

Lovable name for affectionate breeds. Breeds: Pug, Bulldog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Wilder

Good for dogs with a wild spirit. Breeds: Siberian Husky, Weimaraner, Border Collie

Willis

Best for watchful and alert breeds. Breeds: German Shepherd, Boxer, Rottweiler

Wilton

Fits calm, patient breeds. Breeds: Saint Bernard, Mastiff, Newfoundland

Windsor

Regal name for stately dogs. Breeds: Boxer, Bullmastiff, Dalmatian

Winthrop

Unique name for distinguished dogs. Breeds: Afghan Hound, Irish Setter, King Charles Spaniel

Winston

Good for dignified and brave breeds. Breeds: Bulldog, Beagle, Chow Chow

Wishbone

Suits playful and lively dogs. Breeds: Jack Russell Terrier, Dachshund, Corgi

Wizard

For quick learning and intelligent breeds. Breeds: Border Collie, Poodle, Shetland Sheepdog

Woody

Perfect for dogs who love the outdoors. Breeds: Labrador Retriever, Australian Shepherd, Beagle

Wrangler

Suits energetic and adventurous breeds. Breeds: Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog, Siberian Husky

Wrigley

Great for energetic and sociable dogs. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Boxer

Wyatt

A strong name for brave dogs. Breeds: Bullmastiff, German Shepherd, Boxer

Wylie

Suits clever, strategic dog breeds. Breeds: Border Collie, Jack Russell Terrier, Poodle

Wyndham

Elegant for a distinguished dog. Breeds: Bullmastiff, Great Dane, Boxer

Wampum

Unique name for a distinctive breed. Breeds: Bichon Frise, Shih Tzu, Havanese

Windle

Playful name for curious breeds. Breeds: Beagle, Dachshund, Corgi

Wheatley

Ideal for wheat or golden colored breeds. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Wheaton Terrier

Whitman

Classic for tranquil, relaxed breeds. Breeds: Basset Hound, English Bulldog, Shih Tzu

Wart

Stand-out name for distinctive dogs. Breeds: Bulldog, Pug, Shar Pei

Werther

Great for loyal, devoted breeds. Breeds: Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shephard

Whiz

Energetic name for lively breeds. Breeds: Jack Russell Terrier, Border Collie, Dalmatian

Female Dog Names

Whitney

An elegant name for a sophisticated lady. Breeds: Poodle, Afghan Hound, Maltese

Willow

A graceful name inspired by nature. Breeds: Afghan Hound, Saluki, Greyhound

Winnie

Cute and friendly, suitable for joyful dogs. Breeds: Beagle, Boxer, Golden Retriever

Wanda

A name with a unique charm. Breeds: German Shepherd, Labrador, Dalmatian

Westie

Ideal for a West Highland White Terrier or similar breeds. Breeds: West Highland White Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Fox Terrier

Whammy

A playful name for a dog with tons of energy. Breeds: Jack Russell Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Dachshund

Whiskers

Great for a fluffy, furry friend. Breeds: Bulldog, Scottish Terrier, Pomeranian

Winky

An endearing name for an adorable, friendly dog. Breeds: Shih Tzu, Pekingese, Bichon Frise

Waffles

A tasty name for your deliciously cute dog. Breeds: Pug, French Bulldog, English Bulldog

Windy

Suitable for a swift and graceful dog. Breeds: Whippet, Greyhound, Dalmatian

Woodie

A name for an earth-colored dog. Breeds: Chocolate Labrador, Boxer, Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Wonder

For a dog that is full of surprises. Breeds: Border Collie, Australian Shepherd, Papillon

Wisteria

An elegant, feminine name suitable for a beautiful dog. Breeds: Afghan Hound, Shih Tzu, Collie

Waffle

Suitable for sweet, loveable dogs. Breeds: Dachshund, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu

Wasabi

For a dog with a fiery, energetic temperament. Breeds: Border Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, Airedale Terrier

Wisdom

A dignified name for an intelligent friend. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Poodle, Border Collie

Waddles

A cute name for a clumsy, adorable dog. Breeds: Basset Hound, English Bulldog, Dachshund

Wiggles

A playful name for an energetic, anything-but-still dog. Breeds: Cockapoo, Beagle, Dalmatian

Whimsy

For a quirky, unpredictable dog. Breeds: Australian Shepherd, Border Collie, Shiba Inu

Waltz

Suitable for a graceful, elegant dog. Breeds: Saluki, Afghan Hound, Irish Setter

Whacko

A funny name for a crazy, fun-loving dog. Breeds: Jack Russell Terrier, Poodle, Borzoi

Whoopie

Perfect for a dog that always brings joy. Breeds: Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Border Collie

Wheezy

A fun, playful name for your friendly pooch. Breeds: Pug, Bulldog, Shih Tzu

Wuzzles

For a cuddly, friendly, furry dog. Breeds: Akita, Malamute, Newfoundland

Weekend

A playful name for a leisure-loving friend. Breeds: French Bulldog, Beagle, Cockapoo

Wrapsody

A creative name for an intelligent and intrigued pooch. Breeds: Border Collie, German Shepherd, Poodle

Whirlwind

A name for a fast and energetic friend. Breeds: Greyhound, Dalmatian, Jack Russell Terrier

Wildflower

A natural, earthy name for a beautiful dog. Breeds: Irish Setter, Afghan Hound, Spaniel breeds

Wendy

A bubbly, happy name. Breeds: Labradoodle, Pomeranian, Beagle

Winter

Suitable for white or snow-loving breeds. Breeds: Samoyed, Siberian Husky, Malamute

Wren

Perfect for small but lively dogs. Breeds: Chihuahua, Pekingese, Yorkshire Terrier

Wednesday

A quirky, unique name for individualistic dogs. Breeds: Bull Terrier, Dalmatian, Irish Wolfhound

Whisky

Sophisticated name for classy breeds. Breeds: Basset Hound, Scottish Terrier, Bloodhound

Wallaby

For the bouncy, energetic dog. Breeds: Australian Terrier, Border Collie, Kelpie

Wintergreen

Name for outdoorsy types. Breeds: Bernese Mountain Dog, Newfoundland, Siberian Husky

Walnut

Great for small, brown dogs. Breeds: Dachshund, Chihuahua, Miniature Pinscher

Weasel

For the sneaky, fast dogs. Breeds: Italian Greyhound, Whippet, Miniature Pinscher

Wendigo

A mythical name for grand dogs. Breeds: Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, Akita

Wraith

For ethereal, almost ghostly dogs. Breeds: Saluki, Afghan Hound, Borzoi

Wavelength

A cool, modern name. Breeds: American Eskimo Dog, Finnish Lapphund, Keeshond