A dog is so much more than just its name. Take "Rusty," "Lucy," and "Duke," for example—those are about as classic as it gets. And yet, the dogs who carry these names have been bringing endless joy to the Drummond family for years! (Cue some of the most hilarious Drummond dog photos in history.)
But if you're not feeling the traditional route, why not think outside the box? That’s where this list of the best funny dog names comes in. Each of these quirky, playful, and charming names is sure to turn any frown upside down—and they're perfectly dog park-friendly, too. (Just picture the faces of your fellow dog parents when you call out for "Groucho Barks" or "Olga." Bonus points if you're both rocking matching dog-owner outfits!)
Of course, "funny" doesn't have to mean "totally irreverent," either: There are plenty of ideas here for the purists among you who just want to make sure their pup doesn't share a name with every other pup. And you know it wouldn't be a Pioneer Woman-approved list without at least a few food-inspired picks to choose from. Fetch, Tater Tot!
P.S. If you like these, you'll love our favorite Disney-inspired dog names.
Funny Celebrity-Inspired Dog Names
- Mutt Damon
- Woofie Goldberg
- Paul Ruff
- Groucho Barks
- Kristen Dig
- Bark Obama
- Rosa Barks
- Elijah Woof
- Jimmy Chew
- Andy Warhowl
- Vera Fang
- Anderson Pooper
- Elvis Pawsley
- Dog Marley
- Salvador Dogi
- Brad Sitt
- Diggie Smalls
- James Earl Bones
- Kevin Pawstner
- Bark Wahlberg
- A-fleas Ansari
- Billie Howliday
- Diggy Azalea
- J.K. Growling
- Enrique Diglesias
- Katy Pawry
- Pawtrick Stewart
- Snarls Barkley
- Tina Spay
- Lisa Vanderpup
- Sarah Jessica Barker
- Virginia Woof
- Woofgang Puck
Funny Human Names for Dogs
- George
- Clyde
- Gus
- Kevin
- Nancy
- Walter
- Archie
- Matilda
- Gary
- Angus
- Betty
- Waldo
- Howard
- Gertrude
- Buster
- Pam
- Sharon
- Maude
- Cecil
- Paula
- Reginald
- Nigel
- Clive
- Horace
- Larry
- Jerry
- Olga
Funny Food-Inspired Dog Names
- Bacon
- Taco
- Sushi
- Spud
- Alfredo
- Churro
- Waffles
- Sausage
- Basil
- Porkchop
- Chili
- Gouda
- Chalupa
- Buttermilk
- Onion
- Alfalfa
- Beans
- Noodle
- Tuna
- Fluffernutter
- Nacho
- Pickle
- Tater Tot
- Meatball
- Nugget
- Potato
Funny Pop Culture Dog Names
- Bilbo Fleabaggins
- Lassie
- Clifford
- Winnie the Poodle
- Bruiser
- Snoopy
- Old Yeller
- Beethoven
- Hairy Pawter
- Mary Puppins
- Chewbacca (Chewy)
- Colonel Mustard
- Jabba the Mutt
- Marty McFly
Nitya Rao is the editorial assistant at The Pioneer Woman, covering stories ranging from food, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, news, and more.
