Congratulations, after browsing our huge database of Pug names, you’ve finally named your dog! But if you’ve ever owned a pet before, you know that you hardly ever call them by their full name. Similar to how we use nicknames for the people in our lives, chances are you’ll start coming up with your own for your Pug. We’ve put together a huge list of nicknames for Pugs.
Human Names With Nicknames
According to this Khou poll, 55% of pet owners have used or considered using a human like name such as Fran, Jack or Sophie for their pet. The great thing about human names, is there are several nicknames you can use for your Pug.
Below you’ll find popular nicknames for girl and boy human names that would make a good pet name for your Pug.
Girls Names With Nicknames for Pugs
| Name | Nicknames |
| Alexandra | Lexie, Alex, Al, Ally |
| Amelia | Milly, Lia, Mimi |
| Cameron | Camy, Cam |
| Charlotte | Char, Lola, Charlie |
| Destiny | Dez, Desi |
| Felicia | Elli, Lish, Licia, Elle |
| Gracie | Rae, Gray, Grace |
| Hannah | Hanni, Han |
| Mackenzie | Mac, Kenz, Kenzie |
| Mercedes | Sadie, Mercy, Merce |
| Mindy | Min |
| Paisley | Pais, Pai, Paisy |
| Payton | Pey, Pay |
| Quincy | Quince, Quinn |
| Rachelle | Shelly, Shell, Chelle |
| Rosemary | Mary, Rosey, Rosa, Ro, |
| Scarlett | Scar, Lettie |
| Skylar | Sky |
| Phoebe | Fee, Pheebs |
| Sophia | Sophie, Fifi |
| Serenity | Rennie, Seri, Sera |
| Tiffany | Tiff, Tiffy, Tia |
| Veronica | Vera, Nika, Roni |
| Willow | Lo, Will, Willa |
Boys Names With Nicknames
| Boys | Nicknames |
| Brandon | Bradno, Don, Bran, Donnie |
| Antonio | Tonio, Tony, Ant, Nino |
| Atticus | Gus, Atty |
| August | Gus, Auggie, Aug |
| Braden | Brade, Brady |
| Bronson | Bronnie, Bron |
| Bryson | Bry, Bryce |
| Camden | Cam, Amden |
| Carter | Car, Cart |
| Casey | Ace, Cay |
| Charles | Chas, Charlie |
| Clinton | Clint |
| Eiljah | Eli |
| Emerson | Sonny, Em, Emery |
| Grayson | Ayson, Sonny, Gray |
| Gabriel | Gil, Gabe |
| Jackson | Jack, Jay, Jax, Jace |
| Kaleb | Kale, Kal |
| Logan | Lo, Logie |
| Mason | Mace |
| Miles | Milo |
| Preston | Ron, Pres |
| Quincy | Quince, Quinn |
| Roscoe | Ross |
Funny Pug Nicknames
- Punk
- Rambo
- Teacup
- Teeny
- Goon
- Scout
- Bruiser
- Smarty
- Petite
- Charm Bomb
- Lacy
- Lady
- Lap Dog
- Tiny Tim
- Speedy
- Shortie
- Bond
- Oldie
- Ms. Congeniality
- Kiddo
Cool Nicknames
| Boys | Girls |
| Hulk | Blaze |
| Hawk Eye | Empress |
| Dynamo | Ace |
| Chaos | Black Magic |
| Soldier | Dynamo |
| Hammer | Rebel |
| Superman | Queen |
| Tank | Twister |
| Thor | Xena |
| Tiger | Vicious |
Athletic or Sports Nicknames
- Marvelous
- Juggernaut
- Rip
- The Spider
- Doc
- The Mad Scientist
- El Caballo
- Coach
- Goali
- MVP
- The Grim Reaper
- VIP
- Master
- Orange Crush
- Defense
Cute Nicknames
| Boys | Girls |
| Coco | Blue |
| Buttercup | Big Red |
| Mr. Dogg | Byte |
| Seymore | Clumsy |
| Bubba | Bone Crawford |
| Buster | Chewie |
| Chi Chi | Britney Ears |
| Barkley | Diva |
| Gandhi | Princess |
| K-9 | Cutey |
| Pistol | Chiquita |
| Rogue | Hansel |
| Timex | Fifi |
| Air Buds | Frito |
| Deefer | Jane Pawsten |
| Amigo | Katy Pawry |
| Bubba | Mouse |
| Chief | Kiki |
| Senior | Oreo |
| Buck | Stinky |
| Bro | Myrtle |
| Pal | Mulligan |
| King | Tina Spay |
| Buddy | Xena |
Formal Titles Before Their Name
- Sire
- Mistress
- Gentleman
- Dame
- Excellency
- The Honorable
- Her Honor
- His Honor
- Esquire
- Lady
- Dame
Medical Nicknames
- Stitches
- Lifesaver
- Doc or Doctor
- Med Zeppelin
- Stethescope
- Super Scrub
- Cutting Edge
- EMS
- Heroe
- Gas Passer
- Frequent Flyer
- Nursling
- Noctor
- CBT – Chronic Biscuit Toxicity
- SBI – Something Bad Inside
Sleepy Nicknames
- Snoozer King
- Sleepy Joe
- Slumber Bunny
- Sleeping Beauty
- Baby Sloth
- Dreamer
- Nyquil
- Nighty
- Dozy
- Mr. Sandman
- Angel
- Noddy
- Rockabye
- Darling Dreamer
- Sleepy Pie
- Sir Snoozes a Lot
- Hammock
- Slug
- Apnea
- Siesta
- Daffodil
Funny Work Nicknames
- Creative Juices
- Visionary
- Team Concept
- Desk Temons
- Bits Please
- Incognito
- Soothing Prints
- The Mentors
- Cubicle
- The Spammer
Food Nicknames
- Pancakes
- Bacon
- Honey
- Cookie
- Buttercup
- Doughnut
- Frito Pie
- Waffle
- Apple
- Muffin Chops
- Nacho
- Nugget
- Milkshake
- Noodles
- Pup Tart or Pop Tart
Adorable Nicknames
| Boys | Girls |
| Stud | Honey |
| Boo | Toots |
| Handsome | Love |
| Terror | Kitty |
| Spark Plug | Princess |
| Ozzy Pawsborne | Bella |
| Woofer | Star |
| Yeti | Ms. Universe |
| Buddy | Sparky |
| Slim | Teacup |
| Chief | Bestie |
| Dude | Chica |
| Pal | Homegirl |
| King | BFF |
| Amigo | Girly |
| Bud | Sugar Pie |
| Boo | Monkey |
| Sunshine | Punk |
| Bubby | Paws |
| Pumpkin | Spanky |
| Cowboy | Whiskers |
| Sparky | Care Bear |
| First Mate | Flawless |
| Guapo | Twinkle |
Does Your Pug Need A Nickname?
If you’ve chosen a name for your Pug, you don’t have to give them a nickname. However, most pet owners admit to giving their pets a nickname and using it more often than their chosen name.
Similar to how you give nicknames to your human family members, you’ll likely come up with one or several nicknames for your four-legged friend. People love their pets and that’s why they come up with nicknames for them.
It’s up to you what type of nickname you give them. After all, you’re the only one who is going to use it.
Hopefully, the list of nicknames above help you come up with one for your Pug.