Got a new pet and the family can't agree on a name? Use our pet name generator: choose the type of pet, the sex and the style and get ideas instantly. Save your favorites with the ♡ and send the list on WhatsApp so everyone can vote.
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Tips for choosing your pet's name
- Choose short names, with one or two syllables: your pet learns to recognize its name faster.
- Avoid names that sound like commands, like "No", "Sit" or "Come", so you don't confuse your pet during training.
- Say it out loud before deciding: the name should be easy to call at the park or at the vet.
- Match the personality: watch your pet for a few days; sometimes the perfect name shows up on its own.
- Always use the same name, linked to affection and treats, and avoid using it when scolding.
Names for male dogs
Pipoca · Biscoito · Floquinho · Fofucho · Teddy · Toddy · Pingo · Chico · Juca · Nino · Tico · Billy · Bento · Theo · Benny · Dudu · Docinho · Jujuba · Bolinha · Mochi · Bubu · Xuxu · Sansão · Duque · Bóris · Fred · Paçoca · Amendoim · Caramelo · Thor · Zeus · Apolo · Ares · Hércules · Titã · Rex · Max · Bruce · Rocky · Tyson
Names for female dogs
Pipoca · Mel · Lili · Nina · Mimi · Belinha · Lola · Pituca · Fifi · Lulu · Babi · Dora · Docinho · Pérola · Penélope · Princesa · Florzinha · Nana · Kika · Bibi · Jujuba · Bolinha · Mochi · Bubu · Xuxu · Pantufa · Fofura · Bolota · Paçoca · Pitanga · Paçoquinha · Cereja · Amora · Jabuticaba · Tempestade · Luna · Mia · Bella · Maya · Cacau
Names for cats (male and female)
Bigode · Miau · Mingau · Tom · Félix · Salem · Mimosa · Pantera · Tigresa · Novelo · Ronron · Sardinha · Pipoca · Biscoito · Floquinho · Fofucho · Teddy · Toddy · Pingo · Chico · Juca · Nino · Tico · Billy · Bento · Theo · Benny · Dudu · Mel · Lili · Nina · Mimi
Funny pet names
Fofucho · Pituca · Penélope · Salsicha · Pudim · Xuxu · Tonico · Sansão · Barão · Conde · Duque · Doutor · Sargento · Bóris · Fred · Pantufa · Fofura · Madame · Baronesa · Duquesa · Marquesa · Xica · Bolota · Zuleica · Gertrudes · Clotilde · Genoveva · Josefina · Valdomiro · Severino · Juvenal · Godofredo · Raimundo · Ambrósio · Teodoro · Sebastião · Cleide · Creuza · Bacon · Feijão
Food names for pets
Pipoca · Biscoito · Mel · Docinho · Jujuba · Mochi · Salsicha · Pudim · Paçoca · Cookie · Brownie · Bacon · Amendoim · Feijão · Torresmo · Sushi · Nugget · Waffle · Brigadeiro · Quindim · Cocada · Canjica · Pimenta · Canela · Baunilha · Mostarda · Azeitona · Pitanga · Paçoquinha · Tapioca · Farofa · Cereja · Amora · Jabuticaba · Café
Strong dog names
Sansão · Duque · Bóris · Pimenta · Thor · Zeus · Apolo · Ares · Hércules · Titã · Rex · Max · Bruce · Rocky · Tyson · Brutus · Leão · Átila · Odin · Loki · Golias · Ragnar · Duke · King · Fênix · Tempestade · Vitória · Cleópatra · Pandora · Hera
Names from mythology and Brazilian folklore
Thor · Zeus · Apolo · Ares · Hércules · Odin · Loki · Fênix · Cleópatra · Pandora · Hera · Freya · Diana · Ártemis · Hermes · Hades · Perséfone · Afrodite · Atena · Frigga · Ísis · Osíris · Anúbis · Rá · Nefertiti · Tupã · Jaci · Guaraci · Saci · Curupira
English names for dogs and cats
Teddy · Benny · Lola · Cookie · Brownie · Waffle · Muffin · Max · Rocky · Duke · King · Toby · Luke · Jack · Charlie · Oliver · Milo · Leo · Lucky · Buddy · Luna · Bella · Lily · Lady · Molly · Daisy · Lucy · Chloe · Ruby · Stella · Cooper · Bear · Tucker · Finn · Louie · Murphy · Winston · Archie · Henry · Ollie
Names for birds (cockatiel, parakeet, parrot)
Kiwi · Céu · Louro · Loro · Pitoco · Sabiá · Juriti · Tiê · Cantor · Melodia · Assobio · Pena · Plumita · Bico · Chiquinho · Pipoca · Biscoito · Floquinho · Fofucho · Teddy · Toddy · Pingo · Chico · Juca · Nino
Names for hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs
Pompom · Tufinho · Fofinho · Fubá · Avelã · Castanha · Queijinho · Neve · Floco · Algodão · Cenourinha · Pipoca · Biscoito · Mel · Docinho · Jujuba · Mochi · Paçoca · Amendoim · Paçoquinha · Cereja
Names for fish
Mar · Oceano · Coral · Poseidon · Iara · Netuno · Bolha · Borbulha · Nadador · Marinho · Splash · Bubbles · Gota · Ondina · Maré · Barbatana · Escama · Dourado · Tubarão
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take a pet to learn its name?
Most dogs and cats start recognizing their name within a few days or weeks, when it is always used in positive moments, like during cuddles and treats.
Can I change an adopted pet's name?
Yes. Adopted pets adapt well to a new name. Use the name often, together with rewards, and be patient during the first weeks.
Do two-syllable names work better?
Generally, yes. Short names with distinctive sounds catch a pet's attention more easily. If you love a long name, you can always use a short nickname day to day.