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When Christmas day draws near, you will frequently hear terms like 'Olive the Other Reindeer', Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Jack frost, 'Charlie Brown Christmas', and 'A Christmas Story'.
It is also the time to give your new dog one of the inspired names. Christmas dog names inspired by the holiday season are all the rage during Christmas.
Read on for some more Christmas dog names.
Here are Christmas theme names for pets that will subtly suit the occasion to welcome them into your life.
Bailey (Old English Origin) meaning 'fortification' is a cool and sassy name for smart cats or dogs.
Birch (Old English Origin) meaning 'growth and new beginnings' definitely symbolizes the end of the year in December and the new year with blessings.
Claus (German Origin) meaning 'victorious people' is a lovely name based on the Christmas visitor, Santa Claus.
Elf (Old English Origin) meaning 'mischievous fairy' is a great name for a white pup that can capture every gaze as if it is like magic. One of the unique Christmas dog names inspired by the Christmas Carol.
Eve (Hebrew Origin) meaning 'living' is a good name for your pet denoting the thankfulness of God for letting your pet have a wonderful life.
Ginger (Middle English Origin) meaning 'excited' is the perfect name for all-time elevated and energetic animals like cats.
Grace (Old French Origin) meaning 'charm' is a lovely name for your cat which is the true symbol of elegance and beauty.
Holiday (Old English Origin) meaning 'holy day' is a good dog name depicting the cheerfulness and happiness of Christmas. One of the interesting Christmas dog names inspired by the Christmas Carol.
Hope (Middle English Origin) meaning 'wish' is a unique name for your pet depicting an ambitious personality. One of the names for dogs inspired by the best word for Christmas.
Ivy (Latin Origin) meaning 'vine', representing friendship, is the perfect name for your pet showing the depth of friendship you have with it.
Jingle (English Origin) meaning 'tinkling sound' is an adorable name for your pet that finds it very difficult to stay still.
Nelle (Old English Origin) meaning 'sunshine' is the perfect name for your pet kitten which has brought sunshine and hope to your life.
Pine (Latin Origin) meaning 'to miss' is a calm and composed name for quiet and peaceful pets. A name inspired by Charlie Brown.
Reindeer (Old Norse Origin) meaning 'deer' can be a name for your little pup symbolizing Christmas and its festivities.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed (Germanic Origin) meaning 'fame' is a proper and merry name for serious-looking pet dogs with red noses. It is one of the popular Christmas dog names inspired by the Christmas story.
Snowball (Middle English Origin) meaning 'ball of snow' is a frosty name to express love for the pets either born or adopted in December.
Star (Middle English Origin) meaning 'bright' symbolizing the light which leads someone ahead is the perfect name for your pet.
Tinsel (Old French Origin) meaning 'sparkle' is a twinkling name that signifies the pomp and grandeur of Christmas Day. A popular word for Christmas and distinct names for dogs.
Here is a list of winter dog names and other pet names are given below.
Alpine (Latin Origin) meaning 'white' is a winter name perfectly signifying the nature covered with white snow during winter.
Aspen (Old English Origin) meaning 'shaking poplar tree' symbolizes frosty weather which is common in the festive season of Christmas.
Brown (English Origin) meaning 'dark-colored' is a suitable name for brown-colored pets who are just too adorable.
Charlie (Old English Origin) meaning 'free man' showing freedom and independence is absolutely perfect for a dog's name.
Comet (Greek Origin) meaning 'long-haired' is the most suitable name for pets covered in white snowy fur.
Dancer (Old French Origin) meaning 'skilled in dancing' is a name inspired by Santa's reindeer symbolizing elegance.
Dasher (Scottish Origin) meaning 'purse maker' is a name based on Santa's reindeer.
Frost (Anglo-Saxon Origin) meaning 'freezing' is a great name to keep for your pet this Christmas season.
Jack (Middle English Origin) meaning 'Gracious God' is a good name for your pet on whom God has taken mercy.
Joy (Latin Origin) meaning 'happiness' talks about the happiness and joy Christmas brings to you as a festival during the winter season.
King (Old English Origin) meaning 'leader' is a name for notorious and mischievous pegs.
Kringle (German Origin) meaning 'to surround or encircle' is a lovely name for pet cats who love playing with snow and fur balls.
Kris (Greek Origin) meaning 'carrier of Christ' is a lovely name for pets during this festive occasion of Christmas.
Nick (Greek Origin) meaning 'people's victory' is the perfect name for pets who helped you triumph over your sorrow and hurdles.
Nik (English Origin) meaning 'lord' is a suitable name for those notorious pets who love playing like a king.
Olive (Latin Origin) meaning 'olive tree' is a great name for pets representing tranquility and the power of friendship.
Prancer (English Origin) meaning 'mettlesome horse' is a name based on Santa's reindeer who cannot be compared to anything in terms of speed
Saint (Latin Origin) meaning 'holy person' symbolizing divinity is a good name for your pet whose presence is majestic.
For people who are into cute and sweet stuff, for them, a few cute Christmas names for pets have been listed. Pick any one which you like based on the adorable character of your pet.
Bell (Middle English Origin) meaning 'bell ringer' is a lovely name inspired by the famous song of 'Jingle Bell'.
Berry (Old English Origin) meaning 'grape' is a cute name for your little pup.
Bubble (Middle Dutch Origin) meaning 'water vesicle' is a name for those pets who love playing with water.
Buddy (English Origin) meaning 'friend' is an adorable name for your real companion.
Candy (French Origin) meaning 'sweet' symbolizes sweetness and kindness is the perfect name for your cute pet.
Cindy Lou (Greek Origin) meaning 'light' denotes the sparkling and twinkling streets decorated during Christmas.
Cocoa (American Origin) meaning ' powdered chocolate' is a sweet name for your chocolate-colored pets like dogs.
Cookie (Dutch Origin) meaning 'flat sweet cake' is a good name for your pet symbolizing sweetness and the act of love.
Cuddles (Scottish Origin) meaning 'donkey' is the perfect name for puppies who love to hug and cuddle with you.
Fluffy (English Origin) meaning 'fun-loving girl' is a gender-neutral name for fluffy and furry pet animals.
Frosty (Anglo-Saxon Origin) meaning 'descendant of snow' is a well-themed dog name during the frosty winter.
George Bailey (Old English) meaning 'fortification' symbolizes courage and protection and a strong name for your pet. George Bailey is a unique dog's name for the winter.
Joy King (Old English Origin) meaning 'leader' is a fun winter name for pet dogs.
Kringle Kris (Austrian/German name Origin) meaning 'Christkind' is a cute name for your pet which is a star. An interesting Christmas dog name.
Nick Yule (Scottish Origin) means 'born on Christmas Day'. Yule is a Christmas-themed name for pets actually born or brought on Christmas.
Olaf (Old Norse Origin) meaning 'ancestor's heir' is a cute and adorable name for cute little puppies and kittens.
Pudding (Latin Origin) meaning 'sausage' is the perfect name for pets that really like to wiggle their bodies.
Pumpkin (Greek Origin) meaning 'large melon' is a suitable name for pets of bigger sizes.
Saint Nick Carol (French Origin) meaning 'song' can be the name of your pet bird, cat, or dog, which loves music and songs.
Snow (Anglo-Saxon Origin) meaning 'snowfall' is a good name for your pet representing energy and a wonderful life full of joy.
Tiny Tim (Greek Origin) meaning 'honoring God'; Tiny Tim is a great name for your pet whom you adopted during the holy festival of Christmas.
Zuzu (Czech Origin) meaning 'lily' denoting internal beauty and the spirit to grow is a great name for your pet.
Do you have a cute little female puppy or kitten and want to name her based on the Christmas theme? Your search ends here with cute and adorable Christmas girl names for pets.
Angel Noel (French Origin) meaning 'Christmas' is a holiday-themed name for pets. Noel is a great name for a puppy.
Bailey Holly (Old English Origin) meaning 'hollow-eyed' is a female dog name signifying holly leaves during the Christmas season.
Candy Cane (Latin Origin) meaning 'cane-shaped candy' is the perfect name representing the happiness and the sweetness of your pet. A great dog name for the holiday season.
Christmas Tree Angel (Greek Origin) meaning 'messenger' is a pure name for the angel character of your pet.
Clove Claus (German Origin) meaning 'victorious people' is a lovely female pet name symbolizing sharpness and confidence. A great name for Santa's reindeer.
Comet Cupid (Latin Origin) meaning 'bright' is a name that suits your pet and has filled your life with brightness and love. Who wouldn't like to have a dog named Comet Cupid!
Cynthia (Greek Origin) 'from Mount Cynthus' is a great representing the calm and lovely exterior while hiding the true nature beneath. A fun Christmas dog name.
Faith (Latin Origin) meaning 'to trust', is a great name for your faithful pup.
Pudding Pumpkin (Greek Origin) meaning 'large melon is a Christmas-themed name for your star pup that loves decorating the Christmas tree. A great name for a puppy.
Sugar Plum (English Origin) meaning 'tarty fruit' represents the sweet yet savory life of you and your pet. One of the winter dog names for the holiday season.
Sugar Plum Rudy (German Origin) meaning 'famous wolf' is a lovely name symbolizing courage and strength.
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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