Should You Give Your Pug A Funny Name?
Pugs are clownish in nature, so you might be wondering can I give them a funny name? The great thing about naming a dog is that you can get as creative as you want. Below you’ll find several funny Pug names that I’ve rounded up from the Internet, social media, and other resources.
Be sure to check out our huge database of Pug names to help you come up with even more ideas. Be sure to check out these nerdy Pug names that will work for males and females.
Funny Pug Names
Maybe you want to give your newest member of the family a silly, clever, or unique name that no one sees coming, not even your vet.
Male Pug Names
The following names below will make the people smile around you as you call out your pet’s name at the dog park.
- Mr. Muggles
- Wags
- Bruno (great name for fawn-colored Pug)
- Rory
- Lilo
- Pax
- Harley
- Bond
- Booger
- Byte
- Chewbacca
- Einstein
- Scooter
- Butterball
- Hashtag
- Elvis
- Widget
- Pugsley
- King
- Booger
Funny Names for Female Pugs
If you have a sweet girl dog, then consider some of these silly names that work great for females.
- Kitty (I saw a female dog on the Puppy Bowl named kitty)
- Fluffy
- Marry Puppins
- Pee Wee
- Spark Plug (suits a high energy Pug)
- Buffy
- Chica
- Chubby
- Cutey
- Diva
- Bubba
- Doodle
- Fang (fits a Pug with an extreme overbite)
- Goldilocks (fits a light-colored Pug)
- Gorda
- Hooch
- Killer
- Fifi
- Queenie
- Mouse
Funny Pug Puppy Names
Pug puppies can be silly with their short feet and big bellies. We’ve rounded up some silly dog names that are sure to make anyone smile. Some of these are hilarious, so be ready to laugh.
| Boys | Girls |
| Scrappy | Fifi |
| Noodle | Biscuit |
| Barkley | Huntress |
| Scooter | Butternut |
| Sir-Barks-a-Lot | Mariah Hairy |
| Woofer | Tina Spay |
| Acorn | Muggles |
| Barley | Kitty |
| Bingo | Mittens |
| Taco | Bonnie Parker |
| Bullwinkle | Pee Wee |
| Oscar Mayer | UPS |
| E.T. | Santa Paws (perfect if your Puppy was a Christmas gift) |
| Munchkin | Squirt |
Funny Human Names For Pugs
Maybe you like to give your dog a human name? If so, then you’ll find some human names that are for both boys and girls.
Some of the names below will even work well as unisex names.
- Mr. Stephenson
- Waldo
- Archie
- Betty
- Vinny
- Harry
- Harriet
- Gertrude
- Leo
- Ezra
- Barney
- Andy
- Ricky
- Oliver
- Ferga
- Bernadette
- Gary
If you prefer giving your Pug a human name, consider some of these funny human Pug names.
Funny Music Related Names For Pugs
If you love music and your dog reminds you of your favorite song or group, then here are some funny music names to help you brainstorm some name ideas.
These names will work for either a female or male and some are extremely hilarious.
- 50 Scent (cent) (great for this smelly breed)
- Bustamove
- Cha-Cha
- Elvis
- Braxton (Toni Braxton)
- Cher
- Notorious D.O.G. (Notorious B.I.G.)
- Jewel
- Bruno (Bruno Mars)
- Cash (Johnny Cash)
- Dolly (Dolly Parton)
- Prince
- Broadway
- Hendrix (Jimi Hendrix)
- Diggy Azalea (Iggy Azalea)
Funny Big Dog Names For Pugs
Pugs are a small dog, so when you’re at the dog park and call them out by name, they are sure to make people smile.
After all, it’s funny to hear a dog named after a giant, when they are a small dog.
- Bear
- Hulk
- Tankerbell
- Yeti
- Brutus
- Godzilla
- Rocky
- Thor
- Shrek
- Beethoven
- Texas
- Clifford
- Moose
- Maximus
- Tank
Goofy Boy and Girl Pug Names Inspired By Food
- Cocoa (great for fawn-colored Pugs)
- Meatball
- BonBon
- Penne
- T-Bone
- Nacho
- Chipotle
- Taco
- Tofu
- Reuben
- Jack (cheese)
- Pistachio
- Bacon
- Beans (great for dogs that fart a lot)
- Jalapeno
- Frito
- Sir Loin
Funny Nicknames for Pugs
People love nicknames. Dogs quickly become a member of the family and it’s no wonder that more and more people are looking for nicknames they can use for their four-legged friend.
If owned had a pet in the past, you’ve likely had one or two nicknames for them. Most people say their rarely refer to their dog’s by their “real” names because they have several nicknames.
Below are some of the funniest ones we’ve found to help you come up with your own.
- Bubba
- Sweet boy
- Stinkboy
- Honeybunny
- Bruiser
- Baby Puppy Bear
- Buppy
- Baby Boy
- Man Man
- Bloody Mary
- Jigglez
- The Pig
- Ole Gunner
- Mom
- Dad
- Bisque – Goes good with a Pug named Biscuit
If you don’t see something you like, check out this list of nicknames for Pugs.
Should You Give Your Pug A Funny Name?
There’s nothing wrong with choosing any of the funny Pug names above or coming up with something more creative. If you’re the type of person who loves to laugh, then forget about giving your pup a typical dog name like Fido or Fluffy.
Instead, consider some of the silly names for pets above. Or take inspiration from some of these pet owners who have come up with some adorable silly names that would make adorable Pug names.
Here are some silly dog names and nicknames people are calling their dogs. I think either of these would be adorable Pug names as well.
Need More Inspiration For Naming Your Pug?
If you’re not the type of person who dresses your dog up in adorable clothes or wants to stick with something that doesn’t turn heads when you call your pet.
We’ve put together other lists of pet name ideas you can use to help you brainstorm the right name for your pooch. Feel free to browse through all the different lists till you come up with the perfect name for your four-legged friend!
- 221 Black Pug Name Ideas
- 201 Pug Names Beginning With P
- 200 Cute Pug Names
- Pug Names That Start With M
- Over 171 Unique Pug Names
Final Word On Funny Names For Pugs
Naming your Pug can be a huge challenge, but the great thing is that it doesn’t have to be. There are no rules to follow when it comes to naming your dog.
Pugs have a huge personality, so why not give them a cute funny name to it?
Hopefully, this huge list of dog names has made it so much easier to come up with a great name for your Pug!
References And Further Reading
The New York Times – You Named Me Brutus? Really?