243 Awesome Dog Names Inspired By Colors

Struggling to come up with a name for your dog? How about going with something unique – maybe a little fancy – but also meaningful and appropriate. 

Well, if you’re looking for some inspiration, you’re at the right place. Because I’ve curated for you a list of 243 dog names inspired by the most popular colors. 

Colors and dogs have one thing in common: they both make life beautiful for us. Your dog deserves no less than the most beautiful name! And in our catalog of dog names, you’ll find the perfect name for your furry companion.

No matter what color your dog is, we have something for you. Let’s jump right in. 

41 Dog Names Inspired by the Color White

The following dog names have been inspired by the color white. Simple but elegant.

  1. Charmin
  2. Frosty
  3. Icing
  4. White Pages
  5. Twinkle
  6. Coconut
  7. Calla lily
  8. Olaf
  9. Quartz
  10. Snowstorm
  11. Jasmine
  12. Iceberg
  13. White House
  14. Avalanche
  15. Tofu
  16. Wynn
  17. Snowmobile
  18. Snow White
  19. Khaleesi
  20. Cotton
  21. Boo
  22. Cottonball
  23. Jon Snow
  24. Ivory
  25. Crystal
  26. Q-Tip
  27. Lily
  28. Snow Cap
  29. Talcum
  30. Riesling
  31. Starlight
  32. Sugar
  33. Polar Bear
  34. Moon
  35. Powder Puff
  36. Tapioca
  37. Snowflake
  38. Swan
  39. Whitey
  40. White Wolf
  41. Feather

39 Dog Names Inspired by the Color Black

These dog names draw inspiration from everything black. If you’re looking for something stylish and direct, these names may be right up your alley.

  1. Black Keys
  2. Morticia
  3. Oreo
  4. Spade
  5. Night
  6. Limo
  7. Espresso
  8. Voodoo
  9. Crow
  10. Black Swan
  11. Cinders
  12. Gina
  13. Flash
  14. Cosmos
  15. Ashton
  16. Coffee
  17. Liquorice
  18. Spy
  19. Asher
  20. Nightshade
  21. Ellie
  22. Black Friday
  23. Blackout
  24. Blackjack
  25. Talon
  26. Colin Howl
  27. Sharpie
  28. Black Mirror
  29. Graphite
  30. Obsidian
  31. Godiva
  32. Rebel
  33. Clint Eastwoof
  34. Soldier
  35. Elsa
  36. Bark Ruffalo
  37. Jet
  38. Chip
  39. Falcon
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37 Dog Names Inspired by the Color Red

Red — a fiery color that symbolizes fire. Now, admittedly, dogs usually aren’t red (they can’t even see the color!), but isn’t “Pheonix” simply the coolest dog name ever?

  1. Maroon
  2. Rosewood
  3. Rufus
  4. Tomato
  5. Robin
  6. Azalea
  7. Amaryllis
  8. Persimmon
  9. Pansy
  10. Red
  11. Cranberry
  12. Hibiscus
  13. Valentina
  14. Flame
  15. Twizzler
  16. Garnet
  17. Russet
  18. Poppy
  19. Corsen
  20. Cherry
  21. Heinz
  22. Carnelian
  23. Rose
  24. Tulip
  25. Pepper
  26. Sangria
  27. Arizona
  28. Pepperoni
  29. Sweet Pea
  30. Poinsettia
  31. Red Rover
  32. Raspberry
  33. Keegan
  34. Vulcan
  35. Flynn
  36. Laser
  37. Phoenix

42 Dog Names Inspired by the Color Blue

The deep blue ocean. The sky. Outer space. The freezing winters. Blue is no doubt a dreamy color you can really get lost in the beauty of.

Here’s an interesting fact for you: The color blue does not exist in nature.

The following dog names draw inspiration from this wonderful color.

  1. Lynn
  2. Cashew
  3. Peacock
  4. Livia
  5. Onyx
  6. Alice
  7. Arctic
  8. Rain
  9. Iris
  10. Diesel
  11. Blue Ice
  12. Periwinkle
  13. Powder
  14. Joy
  15. Mizu
  16. Rosita
  17. Cookie Monster
  18. Ella
  19. Indigo
  20. Magnus
  21. Murk
  22. Skye
  23. Pollia
  24. Admiral
  25. Blue’s clues
  26. Furry Blue
  27. Ariel
  28. Ocean
  29. Oslo
  30. Oxford
  31. Berry
  32. Levi
  33. Genie
  34. Dory
  35. Blue
  36. Merle
  37. Bliss
  38. Pearl
  39. Max
  40. Sulley
  41. Smurf
  42. Sky

43 Dog Names Inspired by the Color Grey

Grey symbolizes balance. It’s the midpoint between black and white. But let’s be real: that hardly matters. What does matter is how suitable the following names are for grey dogs!

  1. Balto
  2. Luna
  3. Stoke
  4. Plata
  5. Hazel
  6. Slate
  7. Checkers
  8. Haiiro
  9. Pewter
  10. Pebbles
  11. Umbra
  12. Blotch
  13. Winta
  14. Ginger
  15. Myst
  16. Oyster
  17. Calypso
  18. Astra
  19. Scraps
  20. Grizzly
  21. Blade
  22. Bullet
  23. Cenzio
  24. Luster
  25. Carbon
  26. Smokey
  27. Rainbow
  28. Confetti
  29. Sterling
  30. Dumbo
  31. Vapor
  32. Ember
  33. Banshee
  34. Patches
  35. Wrath
  36. Fade
  37. Gin
  38. Saber
  39. Dusty
  40. Silver
  41. Cloudy
  42. Ash
  43. Sargent
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41 Dog Names for Multi-Colored Dogs

We have options for you if your four-legged companion flaunts multiple colors. And even if not, the following names are pretty interesting and diverse.

  1. Dice
  2. Blackie
  3. Lilac
  4. Choco
  5. Maya
  6. Patchouli
  7. Mittens
  8. Magenta
  9. Laguna
  10. Lace
  11. Stripe
  12. Huey
  13. Badger
  14. Cricket
  15. Moss
  16. Mustard
  17. Bunny
  18. Java
  19. Kelly
  20. Sienna
  21. Mulberry
  22. Umber
  23. Mauve
  24. Puffin
  25. Violet
  26. Neon
  27. Mahogany
  28. Midnight
  29. Brownie
  30. Magpie
  31. Mellow
  32. Skunky
  33. Penguin
  34. Spice
  35. Sprinkles
  36. Mocha Chip
  37. S’mores
  38. Lemonade
  39. Harley
  40. Lavender
  41. Bean

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Conclusion

To non-pet owners, naming a pet may seem like a trivial thing. Of course, pet owners know that that’s anything but true. A name gives a pet personality and, if chosen carefully, represents the best things about the pet, making you love them all the more!

I hope you enjoyed going through this list and were able to find the perfect name for your dog. If someone in your social circle is struggling to come up with a name for their dog, feel free to use this list to drop them a witty suggestion!

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Susan Dorling

I am a pet expert with years of experience working with a variety of animals. From dogs and cats to birds and exotics, I have a deep understanding of their unique needs and behaviors. I am dedicated to helping pet owners provide the best care for their furry friend.