Choosing A Cute Dog Name Is Important
What could be more important than choosing the right name for your new female dog regardless of the breed or whether it’s a pedigree puppy or mature mixed breed rescue?
There are other decisions you’ll have to make of course that are just as important such as the right leash, bed, dog food, toys, training, exercise, pet insurance etc. However choosing the right name is at least as important as all the other decisions you need to make when you choose your forever friend.
So where can you find a cute name for your new fluffy friend that is as special and unique as their personality?
Look no further. We have my top 10 here! Not only that we’ve included their meanings to enable you to match with your dog’s unique personality.
Top 10 Most Popular Names For Female Dogs In 2019
On the premise that you only want your dog to come running when you call their name NOT all those with the same name here are the names you might want to avoid:
- Emma
- Lucy
- Sadie
- Millie
- Coco
- Maggie
- Molly
- Lilly
- Daisy
- Bailey
Cute Dog Names For Girls With Their Meanings – My Own Top Ten
Here are the names that chime with me together with their meanings.
Serena
Serena comes from the Latin word serēnus, meaning “clear, tranquil, serene”. Serena was the name of a saint – Saint Serena of Rome.
Florence
Florence is from from the French version of (Saint) Florentia, a Roman martyr who lived during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. The Latin florens, florentius means “blossoming”, verb floreo, meaning “I blossom / flower / I flourish”.
Molly
Molly means Of The Sea Or Bitter and is English and is popular with parents for baby girls’ names.
Hattie
Hattie is derived from the name Harriet. Harriet is the English equivalent of the French Henriette which was created in the 17th century as the feminine form of the French Henri (English: Henry, Harry). The name Henry comes from the Germanic words “haim” meaning “home” and “rīc” meaning “ruler, power”. Hence, the meaning of the name Henry (and thus Harriet) is Powerful Ruler of the Home, or Mistress of the Home. Hence Hattie would mean “little mistress of the home” or “little ruler of the home”.
Holly
Holly is often used for the names of baby girls born in December because of the association with the holly tree traditionally used for Christmas decorations.
This tradition began with the ancient Celts, who thought that bright decorations were lucky.
The name gained popularity in the Victorian era when there was a trend in naming baby girls after flowers.
The Victorians attributed a different meaning to each type of flower and in this case Holly meant domestic happiness.
Ruby
Ruby started to be used in the 19th century, becoming popular during the late Victorian period when it became popular to name baby girls after precious gemstones. With such a precious name the Victorians thought it would bring luck and prosperity to them.
Snuggles
One of my Ragdolls is called Snuggles because she loves to snuggle up to me at every opportunity.
Twinkle
My other Ragdoll is called Twinkle (short for Twinkle Toes) because she is extremely light and elegant on her feet.
Poppet
Poppet is an endearing term used to address someone you adore and expresses all the love and affection you feel for them each time you meet.
Precious
Someone who is dear or beloved.
What Are Your Favorite Cute Dog Names For Girls?
I’d love to know your favorite cute dog names for girls. Why not let me and our other readers know by commenting at the bottom of this article?