30 Gorgeous Flower Names For Dogs

Georgia Stone
Feb 16, 2024 By Georgia Stone
Originally Published on Nov 17, 2020
Two Sheltie dogs sitting in a lavender flower garden

It is generally accepted that everybody loves flowers and everybody loves dogs.

How about we combine the two for an article full of heartwarming furry joy? Naming your dog after a flower is an great idea as it combines two of the most universally loved things in one!

Every dog parent looks for the perfect name for their dog, with many wanting something that is unique and cute. That is where flower names come in, they are such an interesting choice.

There is an endless variety of flowers to choose from, many of which provide cool and uncommon names. That's why we have put together a list of 30 of the best flower dog names for you to choose from.

For more dog naming inspiration, take a look at these country dog names and these French dog names.

Gender Neutral Flower Names For Dogs

Here are some great gender neutral name ideas for your pup, all inspired by flowers.

1 . Carnation, is a unisex name for your dog.

2 . Crocus, is one of the more uncommon names to call your dog.

3 . Cypress, is the best name for your flower dog.

4 . Freesia, a dog that wanders freely all over the house and can be called freesia.

5 . Gerberas, is one of the most unique names for dogs.

6 . Hibiscus, is one of the names that works well for both genders.

7 . Orchid, is a popular flower, and gender neutral name perfect for any dogs.

8 . Peony, is one of the cutest flowers in the world and makes for the cutest name for a dog.

9 . Sunflower, is perfect for the dog that fills your life with sunshine!

10 . Tulip, is an ideal flower name for your dog, whatever its gender.

Flower Names For Female Dogs

There are so many dog names for parents to choose from but we have listed below some pretty flower names for a female dog here.

11 . Camellia, is a flower name that is both cute and unique.

12 . Dahlia, is among all flower names for dogs, this one would be beautiful for a dog who has a sweet temperament.

13 . Hazel, whilst this is technically a tree and not a flower, we had to include it on this list as we think Hazel is such a good name for a dog.

14 . Jasmine, once again a pretty flower that would suit your beautiful dog.

15 . Lace, is another one of the cutest flower inspired  names for your cute dog.

16 . Laurel, is a unique name that is perfect to name your dog after.

17 . Lavender, is one of the prettiest dog names for the prettiest of girl dogs.

18 . Lily, is another of the cutest flower dog names you should consider.

19. Rose, a rose is among the most beautiful and most popular flowers, making Rose the best flower name for your beautiful dog.

20 . Violet, is this a color or a flower? Well, both. Dog names should be versatile and this one fits the bill!

Flower Names For Male Dogs

There are many great flower names for male dogs. Here, we have listed few beautiful names for male dogs that are all inspired by flowers.

21 . Aster, this name is just as unique and special as your boy.

22 . Daffodil, is a unique name for a dog, you won't meet many more of these in the park!

23 . Gladioli, among all the dog names mentioned here, this might be the least common one, if you want your dog to stand out it is a great choice.

24 . Iris, is a cool name for your good boy.

25 . Lilac, this is typically a girl's name, but in the world of dog names all rules go out the window, we think Lilac will make for an amazing name for a male dog too!

26 . Lotus, this is the most sophisticated of all the names for dogs on this list.

27 . Marigold, this is one of the most playful dog names, the perfect name for your dog who loves to play outdoors.

28 . Snapdragons, can there possibly be a cooler name for your boy?

29 . Statice, this masculine sounding flower name is perfect for a tough boy dog.

30 . Stock, this is one of those big dog names perfect for your big boy!

Kidadl has lots of great names articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for flower inspired dog names then why not take a look at this list of husky names, or for something different take a look at these Brindle dog names

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Written by Georgia Stone

Bachelor of Arts specializing in French with Film Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Year Abroad) specializing in Literature, History, Language, Media, and Art

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Georgia StoneBachelor of Arts specializing in French with Film Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Year Abroad) specializing in Literature, History, Language, Media, and Art

Georgia is an experienced Content Manager with a degree in French and Film Studies from King's College London and Bachelors degree from Université Paris-Sorbonne. Her passion for exploring the world and experiencing different cultures was sparked during her childhood in Switzerland and her year abroad in Paris. In her spare time, Georgia enjoys using London's excellent travel connections to explore further afield.

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