By Janice Jones | Last Updated 04-28-2024
White dog names make perfect sense when you are trying to find the perfect name for your white dog.
Whether you have a Westie, Maltese, Coton, Bolognese, Bichon Frise, or American Eskimo to name or one of the many other breeds that sport all white coats, a name that befits their lovely coat just makes sense.
Naturally there are many other ways to find the perfect name for your new dog or puppy.
You can name him based on the origin of the breed, his personality type, or after a famous dog from history or the current media.
Does your white dog also have some black hair? If so, you might want to check out black and white dog names for more suggestions.
Many people choose a popular girl or boy name because they view their fur baby in the same way they might a human baby.
All of these approaches to naming a dog are fine and since choosing a name is a very personal decision, we have provided a list of white dog names as a way to spark your imagination and creativity.
Often one suggestion, leads to another, to another, until you have the perfect name.
Whatever name you choose, be sure it fits the dog and is comfortable for you and your family.
Dog names are called aloud at parks and in neighborhoods. They are part of the written records kept by veterinarians, groomers, and boarding facilities. Names should be appropriate.
So, how does one go about finding a perfect name for their new white puppy or adult dog.
The possibilities are endless. We started with nature—things, animals, plants, whatever you might see when you look outdoors.
The color white is everywhere, so brainstorming a few animals that have white coats is not difficult.
There are many white flowers if you’d like to name your puppy after a flower or a plant. Consider geranium, chrysanthemum, and jasmine, Lily or Cotton.
Nature abounds with white: White Clouds, White Snow, White Icebergs, and White Glaciers.
Places that conjure images of snow and ice also lend themselves nicely to dog names. Consider Alaska, Aspen, Nome, or Fairbanks. Yukon has always been a favorite name for a white dog. Check out more Alaskan Dog Names.
Also, common articles found in the home might make an interesting dog name. Why not contemplate names such as Diamond, Chalky, Milky, Ivory or Dove?
Many people look to dogs in history or from the popular media. Movies, Television Shows, Books and comics all have dogs that have white coats.
Related: Dog Names From the Movies
Also, common characters that were not dogs can lend their name to your white dog.
We all remember Snoopy, but how about Bolt from the Disney film or Casper, the friendly ghost?
Dog Names from Comics and Cartoons
We also use edible creations as inspiration for the perfect name. Coconut, cupcake, almond and angel food all create images of something tasty and comforting.
Check out our page of Dog Names Based on Food
If you are an English speaker, but would like to add a different twist, consider the word white translated into another language.
Why not choose Blanca (Spanish for White) for a Chihuahua or Blanche (French for White) for your white French Poodle?
Some place names are perfect as a dog name and in the case of these white dog names, the place names are likely to conjure up images that remind you of white. Take for example, the name, Alaska.
People normally associate the state with cold and snow. Alpine is another good example of how we use a location name that makes an excellent dog name.
Once you’ve narrowed your list of white dog names down to just a few, how do you make the final selection?
Alaska
Alpine
Altoid
Angel
Arctic
Aspirin
Avalanche
Bear (Polar)
Beluga
Bianco (White in Italian)
Biscuit
Blanc (White in French)
Blanco (White in Spanish)
Blizzard
Blondie
Bolt (from the Disney Movie)
Bones
Buttermilk
Camille
Carnation
Casper
Chalk
Chalky
Chardonnay
Clorox
Clouds
Cloudy
Coconut
Comet
Cotton
Cotton ball
Crackers
Creamer
Cream Puff
Crystal
Custard
Daisy
Dazzle
Denali (National Park in Alaska)
Diamond
Dogbert (from the cartoon strip Dilbert)
Dove
Egret
Ermine
Fairy
Feather
Flaxen
Fluffy
Gardenia
Ghost
Glacier
Golf Ball
Grits
Grizzly
Gypsum
Ice
Iceberg
Icy
Igloo
Ivory
Linen
Jack (Frost)
Jasper
Jasmine (Jazzy)
Karo (as in syrup)
Kaya-Japanese for "pure"
Klondike
Lacy
Lightning
Lunar
Magnolia
Marble
Marshmallow
Marzipan or Marzi
Mayo (Mayonnaise)
Milky
Milky way
Misty
Moby Dick
Mojito
Moon
Moon Shine
Mr. Peabody (cartoon)
Mushroom
Noodle or Noodles
Nova
Opal
Pearl
Peony
Phlox
Popcorn
Polar
Powder
Puff
Quartz
Rice Cake
Salty
Sands
Seagull
Sirius (White Dwarf star)
Smoke
Smokey
Snoopy
Snowball
Snow cone
Snowdrop
Snowflake
Snowman
Snow White
Snowy
Sparkle
Stardust
Starlight
Sugar
Swan
Sweet Pea
Tapioca
Tundra
Tofu
Toga
Vanilla
Vapor
Vinegar
White Dwarf
Winter
Wishbone
Yogurt
Yuki (yoo-kee) Japanese for snow
Yukon
Having lived with dogs and cats most of her life, Janice served as a veterinary technician for ten years in Maryland and twelve years as a Shih Tzu dog breeder in Ohio.
Her education includes undergraduate degrees in Psychology with a minor in biology, Early Childhood Education, and Nursing, and a master's in Mental Health Counseling.
She is a lifelong learner, a dog lover, and passionate about the welfare of animals. Her favorite breed for over 50 years has been the Shih Tzu, but she has also lived with Poodles, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Beagles, English Bulldogs, Carin Terriers, and a Cocker Spaniel.
When not writing, reading, and researching dog-related topics, she likes to spend time with her eight Shih Tzu dogs, husband, and family, as well as knitting and crocheting. She is also the voice behind Miracle Shih Tzu and Smart-Knit-Crocheting
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