Emily Walker
Dogs are independence-loving creatures that can be trained to do all sorts of amazing things, but picking the perfect name for your new pup is a tough task.
If you’re looking for a Canadian dog name that will make your furry friend stand out from the rest, look no further!
We’ve compiled a list of some of the most unique names inspired by Canada’s provinces and territories. So whether you’re from Newfoundland or Nunavut, we’ve got you covered.
Keep reading to see if your province or territory is represented!
Male Canadian Dog Names
| Names | Notes |
| Monty | A play on Montreal, Quebec is a beautiful historic city |
| Michael |
Talented beyond many, Michael J. Fox hails from Edmonton, Alberta
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| Neo |
For Keanu Reeves’ famous character in the Matrix; Reeves grew up in Toronto, ON
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| Canuck |
The nickname for a Canadian
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| Poutine |
Fries, cheese curds and gravy
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| Okanagan |
A wonderful outdoorsy town in British Columbia
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| Akroyd |
Blues Brother Dan Akroyd comes from the nation’s capital, Ottawa
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| Fox |
Terry Fox endeavoured to run across Canada (despite having a prosthetic leg) to raise $1 million for Cancer research
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| Baffin |
Baffin Island is the fifth largest island in the world
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| Moose |
This huge animal can weigh over 1,200 pounds
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| Smitty |
The beautiful region of Northwest Territories is home to Fort Smith
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| Hayden |
Of Star Wars Episode II fame, Hayden Christensen is from British Columbia
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| Klondike |
A river in the Yukon; the famous setting of the Klondike Gold Rush
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| Fraser |
Fraser River is the longest river in British Columbia
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| Marty |
Martin Short of Saturday Night Live hails from Hamilton, Ontario
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| Hudson |
The Hudson’s Bay Company was established in the 1700s
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| Rocky |
Based on the Rocky Mountains
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| William |
Most loved member of Star Trek, William Shatner, was born in Montreal, Quebec
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| Caesar |
Drink similar to the Bloody Mary but made with Clamato juice in place of tomato
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| Gander |
Famous war hero and mascot, Newfoundland breed
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| Ryan |
Actor Ryan Reynolds is from Vancouver, British Columbia
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| Yukon |
Canada’s most western territory, known for its role in the Klondike Gold Rush
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| Tim Bit |
The name for donut holes at the popular chain Tim Hortons
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| Cory |
The late Cory Monteith of Glee was from Calgary, Alberta
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| Atwood |
Margaret Atwood, iconic author
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| Toro |
Based on the French Canadian pie, tourtiére
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| Fundy |
The Bay of Fundy is one of the natural wonders of the world
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| Stevie |
As in Stephenville, Newfoundland
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| Stanley |
Beautiful park in Vancouver, home to the Blue Heron
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| Otto |
A play on Ottawa, home of Canadian Parliament
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Female Canadian Dog Names
| Names | Notes |
| Hope | Hopewell Rock, formed by tidal erosion is in New Brunswick |
| Hallie |
Based on the Nova Scotia capital, Halifax
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| Bonnie |
A play on Bonavista, Newfoundland
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| Evangeline |
Evangeline Lily of LOST is from Saskatchewan
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| Maud |
For Lucy Maud Montgomery, the author of the Anne of Green Gables series
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| Juno |
The Juno Awards are Canada’s music awards
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| Rachelle |
Twilight vampire, Rachelle Lefevre once lived in Montreal, Quebec
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| Sandy |
Ontario native Sandra Oh starred in Grey’s Anatomy
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| Crystal |
Sprinter, Crystal Emmanuel
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| Tulip |
Ottawa has 250,000 tulips blooming each spring
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| Vanny |
A play on Vancouver, British Columbia
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| Tessa |
Tessa Virtue, Olympic medalist in skating
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| Alanis |
Alanis Morissette is a well known alt-rock musician from Ontario
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| Avril |
Avril Lavigne, singer extraordinaire is from Ontario
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| Hayley |
Hayley Wickenheiser, hockey medalist in the Olympics
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| Snow |
Snow Lake Museum is in Manitoba
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| Adrienne |
Adrienne Clarkson, former Governor General of Canada
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| Rosie |
Trampoline athlete, Rosie McLennan
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| Bea |
The delicious Beavertail pastry is a classic dessert
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| Celine |
Celine Dion is an iconic Canadian singer
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| Ellen |
Actress Ellen Page is from Halifax, Nova Scotia
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| Peggy |
Peggy’s Cove, one of Canada’s most picturesque sites, is in Nova Scotia
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| Niagra |
Part of the falls are in the United States, and part in Canada
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| Sable |
An island off the coast of Nova Scotia; home of the Sable Island horse
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| Anne |
Anne of Green Gables is a beloved Canadian fictional character from Prince Edward Island
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| Crystal |
Ice crystals seen in winter
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| Jasper |
A national park in Canada’s rocky mountains
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| Nana |
For the Nanaimo bar, made of custard, chocolate and crumb crust
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| Pamela |
Pamela Anderson of Baywatch fame is from British Columbia
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Top Canadian Dog Names
- Olive
- Toby
- Charlie
- Cooper
- Buddy
- Lily
- Rocky
- Stella
- Coco
- Daisy
- Lola
- Luna
- Bella
- Lucy
- Leo
- Molly
- Milo
- Max
- Teddy
- Maggie
Canadian Cat Names Inspired by Cities
- Toronto – Tori
- Vancouver – Van
- Montreal – Monty
- Calgary – Cali
- Ottawa – Ottie
- Edmonton – Eddy
- Quebec City – Queenie
- Winnipeg – Winnie
- Halifax – Hali
- Victoria – Vicky
- Hamilton – Hammy
- Saskatoon – Saski
- Regina – Reggie
- St. John’s – Johnny
- Charlottetown – Charlie
- Fredericton – Freddie
- Whitehorse – Whitey
- Yellowknife – Yellow
- Iqaluit – Iqy
- Kelowna – Kelly
- Moncton – Monty
- Thunder Bay – Thunder
- St. John – Saint
- Guelph – Gully
- Kingston – King
- Red Deer – Reddy
- Kamloops – Kammy
- Windsor – Windy
- Medicine Hat – Medi
- Moose Jaw – Moosey
Canadian Cat Names Inspired by Nature
| Name | Inspiration |
| Aurora |
Inspired by the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, visible in Canada’s northern regions
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| Maple |
A nod to Canada’s iconic maple trees and their vibrant red leaves
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| Rocky |
Inspired by the majestic Rocky Mountains that span several provinces
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| Timber |
Reflecting Canada’s vast forests and lumber industry
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| Willow |
Named after the graceful willow trees that line many Canadian waterways
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| Glacier |
Inspired by the stunning glaciers found in Canada’s national parks
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| Frost |
Evoking the chilly temperatures and frosty landscapes of Canadian winters
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| Misty |
Inspired by the ethereal mist that often hangs over Canadian lakes and forests
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| Cedar |
Named after the aromatic cedar trees found in Canada’s forests
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| River |
Reflecting the many rivers and waterways that crisscross the Canadian landscape
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| North |
A tribute to Canada’s northern regions, known for their rugged beauty
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| Juniper |
Named after the hardy juniper bushes that thrive in Canada’s harsh climates
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| Cascade |
Inspired by the picturesque waterfalls that dot Canada’s wilderness
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| Tundra |
Evoking the vast, treeless landscapes of Canada’s Arctic regions
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| Fern |
Named after the delicate ferns that carpet the forest floor in many parts of Canada
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| Aurora |
Inspired by the breathtaking natural light displays known as the Aurora Borealis
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| Summit |
Reflecting the lofty peaks of Canada’s mountain ranges
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| Brook |
Named after the babbling brooks and streams that flow through Canada’s forests
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| Frosty |
Evoking the frost-covered landscapes of Canadian winters
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| Aspen |
Named after the iconic aspen trees that shimmer with golden leaves in the fall
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| Echo |
Inspired by the echoes that bounce off the towering cliffs and canyons of Canada’s wilderness
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| Mistral |
Evoking the gentle breezes that rustle through Canada’s grasslands and prairies
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| Evergreen |
Reflecting the resilience of Canada’s evergreen trees, which stay green year-round
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| Cliff |
Named after the dramatic cliffs and rock formations found along Canada’s coasts
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| Meadow |
Inspired by the vast meadows and grasslands that stretch across Canada’s interior
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| Solstice |
Evoking the longest day of the year, celebrated in Canada during the summer solstice
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| Cascade |
Inspired by the cascading waterfalls that punctuate Canada’s rugged landscapes
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| Ember |
Reflecting the warm glow of a crackling campfire under the Canadian night sky
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| Fjord |
Named after the deep, narrow inlets carved by glaciers along Canada’s coastline
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| Twilight |
Evoking the magical transition between day and night, especially beautiful in Canada’s wilderness
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Canadian Cat Names Inspired by Historical Figures
| Name | Inspiration |
| Cartier |
Named after Jacques Cartier, the French explorer who claimed Canada for France in the 16th century.
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| Champlain |
Inspired by Samuel de Champlain, the founder of Quebec City and one of the earliest explorers of Canada.
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| MacDonald |
Named after Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister and one of the Fathers of Confederation.
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| Franklin |
Inspired by Sir John Franklin, the British explorer who led expeditions to map Canada’s northern regions.
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| Tecumseh |
Named after the Shawnee leader who fought against the British during the War of 1812.
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| Mackenzie |
Inspired by Alexander Mackenzie, the Scottish explorer who completed the first transcontinental crossing of North America.
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| Laurier |
Named after Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Canada’s seventh Prime Minister known for his advocacy of national unity and bilingualism.
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| Emily |
Inspired by Emily Carr, a Canadian artist known for her depictions of the Pacific Northwest landscape.
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| Banting |
Named after Sir Frederick Banting, the Canadian scientist who co-discovered insulin.
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| Bethune |
Inspired by Dr. Norman Bethune, a Canadian physician who pioneered mobile blood transfusion during the Spanish Civil War.
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| Louis |
Named after Louis Riel, the Métis leader and founder of the province of Manitoba.
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| Agnes |
Inspired by Agnes Macphail, the first woman elected to the House of Commons in Canada.
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| Baldwin |
Named after Robert Baldwin, a Canadian politician known for his role in responsible government in Canada.
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| Nellie |
Inspired by Nellie McClung, a Canadian suffragette and one of the Famous Five who fought for women’s rights.
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| Grey |
Named after Albert Grey, the Governor General of Canada who initiated the Grey Cup, Canada’s football championship.
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| Terry |
Inspired by Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete and cancer activist known for his Marathon of Hope.
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| Pearson |
Named after Lester B. Pearson, Canada’s 14th Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
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| Viola |
Inspired by Viola Desmond, a Canadian civil rights activist known for her stand against racial segregation.
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| Vanier |
Named after Georges Vanier, the Governor General of Canada known for his contributions to bilingualism and multiculturalism.
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| Montgomery |
Inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery, the Canadian author best known for creating Anne of Green Gables.
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| Louisbourg |
Named after the historic fortress town of Louisbourg in Nova Scotia.
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| Riel |
Inspired by Louis Riel, the Métis leader and founder of the province of Manitoba.
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| Pearson |
Named after Lester B. Pearson, Canada’s 14th Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
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| Carr |
Inspired by Emily Carr, a Canadian artist known for her depictions of the Pacific Northwest landscape.
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| Macdonald |
Named after Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister and one of the Fathers of Confederation.
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| Bethune |
Inspired by Dr. Norman Bethune, a Canadian physician who pioneered mobile blood transfusion during the Spanish Civil War.
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| Cartier |
Named after Jacques Cartier, the French explorer who claimed Canada for France in the 16th century.
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| Macphail |
Inspired by Agnes Macphail, the first woman elected to the House of Commons in Canada.
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| Franklin |
Named after Sir John Franklin, the British explorer who led expeditions to map Canada’s northern regions.
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| Tecumseh |
Inspired by the Shawnee leader who fought against the British during the War of 1812.
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So there you have it, a comprehensive list of Canadian dog names to help you choose the perfect name for your new furry friend.
If you’re looking for something a little more unique, be sure to check out our list of foreign dog names!
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