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
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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