Top 150+ Christmas Dog Names: Holiday-themed Names For A Pet Dog

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

With Christmas fast approaching, many people are looking for a furry companion as a way to celebrate Christmas and to add another member to the family.

In this blog post, we will be going over some Christmas-themed unique dog names that you can use to give your new pup or rescue dog.

There is a wide range of Christmas dog names in this list from traditional ones like “Snowy” and “Gingerbread,” to more modern Christmas-themed names such as “Santa Paws” and “Elfie.”

Whether the puppy has been naughty or nice, there is something on this list for all dog breeds this holiday season.

Here are the best Christmas dogs for both male and female pet dogs.

Best Christmas Dog Names

• Myrrh
• Gabriel
• Nia
• North
• Joy
• Eve
• Red
• Garland
• Turkish Delight
• King
• Magi
• Sugar Plum
• Noel/Noelle
• Candy
• Carol
• Emanuelle/Emanuel
• Nutcracker
• Jingle/Jingles
• Mistletoe
• Star
• Drummer (boy)
• Gabrielle
• Mint
• Eggnog

• Tinsel
• Holly
• Chimney
• Claus
• Wenceslas
• Merry
• Israel
• Colombe
• Manger
• Bells/Bella/Belle
• Mary
• Ivy
• Advent
• Gloria
• Bethlehem (Beth)
• Noggin
• Crimson
• Midnight
• Cheer
• Frankincense
• Faith
• Angel
• Figgy
• Angelica
• North Pole
• Dove
• Epiphany
• Jolly
• Cinnamon
• Hope

Best Winter Names for Dogs

• Igloo
• Tiny Tim
• Furball
• Nick
• Yeti
• Blue
• Boots
• Kris
• Little St. Nick
• Winter
• Snowbabe
• Snowbank
• Flurry
• Pine
• Snowflake
• Blizzard
• Toboggan
• Snowball
• Burr
• Penguin
• Chili
• Frost

• Stocking
• Spruff
• Iceburg
• Avalanche
• December
• Narnia
• Snowdrop
• Snowchild
• Polar Bear
• Snowdog
• Muffs
• Twinkle
• Icy
• Aspen
• Antler
• Icicle
• Scarf Scarf
• Frosty
• Kringle
• Mittens
• Jack
• Coal
• Owl
• Solstice
• Snow
• Elm

Christmas Dog Names for Girl Dogs

• Holly
• Hope
• Mercy
• Star
• Joy
• Glory
• Faith
• Mary/Maria
• Angel
• Jolly
• Noel
• Bell(e)
• Grace
• Eve
• Holiday
• Noelle
• Cheer
• Ivy
• Merry
• Spirit

Christmas Dog Names for Boy Dogs

• King
• Kris
• Jesus
• Santa
• Gabriel
• Claus
• Nick (Saint Nick)
• Coal
• Christian
• Nicholas (Saint Nicholas)
• Garland
• Elf
• Joseph
• Jingle
• Kringle

Dog Names Based On Holiday Foods

• Eggnog
• Toffee
• Pecan
• Pudding
• Pumpkin
• Dulce
• Cider
• Gumdrop
• Spice
• Gravy
• Nutmeg
• Sugar Plum
• Berry
• Biscotti
• Frosting
• Hammy
• Mince
• Nutty
• Mocha
• Marshmallow
• Cinnamon
• Fruitcake
• Cookie
• Sugar
• Snickerdoodle
• Cranberry
• Clove
• Turkey
• Brie
• Candy
• Figgy
• Cane
• Ginger
• Caramel
• Chestnut
• Plum

If you’re looking for a name that’s both festive and clever, we’ve got plenty of suggestions to choose from!

Our list includes over 150 Christmas-themed names for your furry friend, so keep browsing this list and see if any on it will work as well in December as they have all year round.

With such an extensive list, there is bound to be one perfect fit just waiting out there.

Don’t forget – you can use these names as part of your Christmas dog gift if you’re planning to get a dog for someone special.

When you find them, don’t forget to share this page with others on social media or leave us a comment below!

We’d love to hear what other pet parents are naming their animals too…plus maybe throw some new ideas our way?