Sara Nelson
Are you looking for the perfect Filipino name for your new dog? If so, you’re in luck!
In this blog post, we will provide a list of over 110 names for dogs in the Tagalog language. Tagalog is the main language used in the Philippines and they have cool meanings. Whether you’re looking for a traditional or unique name, we have something for everyone.
So, what are you waiting for? Start browsing through our list and find the perfect name for your furry friend!
Here are the best Filipino unique dog names with meaningful male and female name ideas.
Male Filipino Dog Names
| Isla |
Means “island” in Tagalog
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| Hiraya |
Means “vision” in Tagalog
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| Lualhati |
Means “inner peace” in Tagalog
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| Magiting |
Means “heroic” in Tagalog
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| Hari |
Means “king” in Tagalog
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| Harana |
Means “serenade” in Tagalog
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| Andres |
After Filipino hero Andres Bonifacio
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| Polgas |
From the word “pulgas”, which means “flea” in Tagalog
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| Abo |
Means “ash” in Tagalog; good for grey-coated dogs
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| Bayani |
Means “hero” in Tagalog
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| Amihan |
Filipino term for the northwest monsoon
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| Maharlika |
Means “regal” in Tagalog
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| Toto |
A Filipino term used to refer to a young boy
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| Isagani |
The main character in the Filipino literary classic “El Filibusterismo”
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| Balagtas |
After Francisco Balagtas, a famous Filipino poet
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| Nimuel |
Tagalog name meaning “peace”
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| Danilo |
Tagalog version of the name “Daniel”
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| Juan |
The archetypal name for a Filipino man
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| Kidlat |
Means “lightning” in Tagalog
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| Caloy |
Filipino nickname for the name “Carlo”
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| Homobono |
Filipino name meaning “good man”
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| Makisig |
Means “handsome” in Tagalog
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| Alon |
Means “wave” in Tagalog
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| Datu |
Filipino term referring to chieftain or tribal chief
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| Himig |
Means “melody” in Tagalog
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| Igme |
Filipino name meaning “fearless”
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| Habagat |
Filipino term for the southwest monsoon
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| Dakila |
Means “great” in Tagalog
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| Isko |
Filipino nickname for “Francisco”
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| Rizal |
After the Philippine national hero Jose Rizal
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Female Filipino Dog Names
| Ganda |
Means “beauty” in Tagalog
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| Hiwaga |
Means “mystery” in Tagalog
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| Gabriela |
After Gabriela Silang, a Filipino revolutionary hero
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| Likha |
Means “creation” in Tagalog
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| Mahal |
Means “love” in Tagalog
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| Dilag |
Means “lady” in Tagalog
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| Bituin |
Means “star” in Tagalog
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| Diwa |
Means “spirit” in Tagalog
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| Julita |
Filipino name meaning “youth”
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| Sora |
After Melchora Aquino, aka “Tandang Sora”, a Filipino revolutionary leader
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| Reyna |
Means “queen” in Tagalog
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| Liwayway |
Means “dawn” in Tagalog
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| Malaya |
Means “free” in Tagalog
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| Perla |
Means “pearl” in Tagalog
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| Marilag |
Means “beautiful” in Tagalog
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| Saya |
Means “happiness” or “joy” in Tagalog
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| Darna |
A popular fictional female superhero in the Philippines
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| Teresa |
After Teresa Magbanua, a Filipino revolutionary leader
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| Diosa |
Filipino name meaning “goddess”
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| Sinag |
Means “ray of light” in Tagalog
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| Rosas |
Means “rose” in Tagalog
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| Ningning |
Means “shine” or “glow” in Tagalog
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| Amor |
Common Filipino name meaning “love”
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| Diwata |
Means “goddess” in Tagalog
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| Kaya |
Means “able” in Tagalog
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| Dalisay |
Means “pure” in Tagalog
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| Iska |
Female version of “Isko”
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| Tala |
Means “bright star” in Tagalog
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| Nenita |
Filipino nickname referring to a little girl
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| Mayumi |
Means “modest” in Tagalog
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Common Filipino Nicknames as Dog Names
| Ditas | Merceditas |
| Quitong | Paquito |
| Inyang | Herminia |
| Tasyô | Anastacio |
| Pepe, Peping, Pepito, Pepoy |
Jose, Felipe, Rafael
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| Menggay | Carmen |
| Kulas | Nicolas |
| Leno | Eleno |
| Nanoy | Mariano |
| Trining | Trinidad |
| Tentoy | Vicente |
| Sintô | Jacinto |
| Berto |
Alberto, Edilberto…ends with “berto”
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| Tita |
Carmencita, Lolita … ends with “ita”
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| Beloy | Isabelo |
| Tasing | Anastacia |
| Pasya | Bonifacia |
| Piyang | Sofia |
| Asyong | Nicasio |
| Dadô |
Conrado, Diosdado
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| Coring | Socorro |
| Cordiya | Concordia |
| Roging | Rogelia |
| Kulasa | Nicolasa |
| Iking | Enrique |
| Caloy | Carlo, Carlos |
| Sebya | Eusebia |
| Amparing | Amparo |
| Doray |
Dolores, Isadora, Teodora
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| Sisa | Francisca |
| Nena |
Elena, Josefina, Juana, Magdalena
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| Concha, Conchita | Concepcion |
| Pacing, Pacita | Paz |
| Juling | Julio |
| Tatô |
Liberato, Renato
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| Titing | Vicente |
| Inyong | Herminio |
| Aldo | Romualdo |
| Caching | Escolastica |
| Teroy |
Sotero, Teodoro
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| Kadyô | Leocadio |
| Simâ | Felicisima |
| Juaning | Juan |
| Silya | Cecilia |
| Narding, Nardo | Leonardo |
| Tonyo | Antonio |
| Ipê | Felipe |
| Genya | Eugenia |
| Sita |
Rosita, Teresita … ends with “cita” or “sita”
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Filipino dog names are the best! If you’re looking for a unique and special name for your new pup, look no further than these Tagalog options.
There are over 110 different names to choose from, so you’re sure to find the perfect one for your furry friend. We also have a list of Asian dog names if you need more name ideas with cool meanings from another language.
And don’t worry – even if you don’t speak the language, most of these names are easy enough to say and spell.
So go ahead and give your pooch a truly original name – something that will make everyone ask “where did you get that name?”
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