If you’re searching for a name for your dog that starts with the letter H, then you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up hundreds of Pug names that start with H, that will work for both genders and all ages.
We know how difficult it can be to name your new four-legged family companion. Regardless of whether you got a cute boy or a little girl, these names will help you get started with some ideas. Don’t forget to check out one of the biggest Pug name directories to help new pet parents.
Best Pug Names That Begin With H
We know how challenging it can be to name a new dog. Most people make the mistake of just giving their dog the first name they come up with.

Others ask family and friends for suggestions and end up regretting the name they chose for their dog. Naming a Pug doesn’t have to be hard.
The most important thing to remember is to choose a name with 1-2 syllables. A short name is easier for your dog to understand. Other than that, have fun brainstorming with some possible name ideas for your pup.
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Pug Names Beginning With H
Whether you’ve adopted or rescued a puppy or older dog, it’s important to choose a name that fits. Below you’ll find some of the most popular names for females and males.
Female Pug Names
Naming a female Pug can be challenging, especially, if you’re a first-time dog owner. Should you give them a cutesy name or a human name?
Below are some of our favorite dog names for females that are perfect and your puppy won’t outgrow.
Hailey
Haley
Halo
Harper
Hannah
Heaven
Holly
Hallie
Hana
Harlie
Harmonee
Hearts
Hilary
Honey Bobo
Heidi
Honiee
Honey
Heelos
Helene
Henriqua
Hershey
Happy
Hara
Halli
Habana
Hellen
Herfa
Heroine
Hespa
Hese
Hellraiser
Helmswind
Hilda
Heather
Hermosa
Hidey
Holly
Hope
Huyana
Hart
Helki
Helsinki
Hudson
Hazal
Houston
Henrietta
Haven
Hollister
Hopscotch
Hickory
Heiress
Hora
Hermes
Huntress
Hippolyta
Holiday
Helma
Hermosa
Hollija
Holy
Holly-Wood
Horka
Hute
Hora
Horka
Hymne
Hex
Haylee
Hershey
Holstein
Hosta
Hurricane
If you don’t see any female dog names you like, be sure to check out these girl names for Pugs.
Male Pug Names
There are literally hundreds of male dog names that start with the letter H. Below you’ll find some common, and unusual names you can use. Some of the names are perfect for owners who want don’t want to give their dog a common name.
Harley
Hayden
Hulk
Hancock
Hugo
Helvidius
Hobbit
Harvey
Homer
Hutch
Hebron
Holofernes
Hambone
Homeboy
Henry
Hansel
Hector
Hunger
Hot Dog
Hans
Hilton
Harrison
Hopper
Horace
Honor
Harlot
Haddon
Happy
Heathcliff
Hector
Hampton
Hank
Hamlet
Hammy
Hachi
Hanson
Hayden
Helix
Hutch
Helton
Henrick
Heraldo
Harlem
Herrick
Harry
Henry
Hercules
Hal
Haggus
Hero
Harold
Hash
Hashtag
Homey
Hot Fudge
Happy Feet
Handsome
Hard Rock
Hotshot
Herman
Him
Homeboy
Hunter
Humdinger
Havoc
Hardy
Ham
Hawkeye
Hummel
Hippo
Hoagie
Houdini
Huffy
Huck
Hutchy
Humphrey
Hannibal
Hoops
Hef
Hillbilly
Hunting
Haze
Hoops
Hoyt
Hooky
Huckleberry
Hagalean
Hall
Hacket
Harlow
Harlak
Hassan
Hank
Harpo
Horus
Hobbes
Huey
Hermes
Hemp
Heisman
Hoyt
Hugh Jessoli
Honeycutt
Hills
Henk
Herco
Herold
Hermann
Helvus
Hitchcock
Hobby
Hontas
Hos
Hort
Hyas
Hagar
Hummel
Top 10 Female Human Names
If you have an adorable girl dog, you’ll love popular baby girl names that will work for the Pug breed. Some of these are trending names, while others are more uncommon but most people will recognize them immediately.
- Honor
- Hannah
- Haylee
- Helen
- Hawa
- Honesty
- Heather
- Honoria
- Henia
- Heroica
Top 10 Male Human Names
More pet parents are giving their dogs human names, because they consider them a member of their family. These cute boy names represent strength and creativity that will be perfect for your four-legged friend.
- Hendrick
- Harry
- Henry
- Holland
- Houston
- Hartley
- Huxley
- Harper
- Howard
- Hugo
Cute Pug Names Beginning With H
Everyone thinks they have the cutest dog on the block. These are some of the cutest names for boys and girls that will make people take a second look.
- Honey Boo Boo
- Honeybun
- Heart
- Hammer
- Hurricane
- Halloween
- Hilarious
- Her
- Him
- Heinz
Food Names That Start With H
Pugs love to eat, given the reason many of them are overweight. If you’re a foodie or someone that loves trying new foods, you may want to consider giving your dog a food based name.
All these foods start with the letter H and will work perfectly for your pup.
- Hot Dog
- Halibut
- Ham
- Hamburger
- Hash
- Hazelnut
- Headcheese
- Herbal
- Herring
- Homebrew
- Honey
- Honeydew
- Hot Pepper
- Horseradish
- Huckleberry
- Hushpuppy
- Hotpot
- Husk Tomato
- Hyssop (bitter leaves used in salads)
- Huevos (Spanish for eggs)
Unique Pug Names That Begin With H
Coming up with a unique dog name can be challenging. We’ve put together some of the most unique dog names for boys and girls. These are names that you won’t hear very often when you’re out in public with your Pug.
The best way to come up with a unique or unusual name for your dog is to give them a name based around their personality or a distinctive marking on their body. For example, these brindle Pug names are all based around the dog’s coat color.
- Hydra
- Horoscope
- Hi-5
- Hipe
- Halunk
- Hain
- Halpha
- Hape
- Hamato
- Hawthorne
- Honesty
- Hanu
Funny Pug Names Starting With H
Pugs are considered clownish dogs that love making their owners laugh. We’ve rounded up some funny dog names that start with the letter H. These will work for both genders and some are considered unisex names.
- Herleem
- Halloween
- Hon
- High Beam
- Huggies
- Hop
- Hugster
- Hightower
- Happiness
- Hottie Tottie
- High Woo
- Hermosa
- High Deck
- Hollywood
- Houston
Final Word On Pug Names Beginning With H
Coming up with a name for your new dog is a huge decision, so don’t rush it. Yes, you can always change the name later, but you’ll likely confuse your pup.
Hopefully, these dog names that start with H have given you several ideas you can use. If you don’t find anything you like, then keep working your way down the alphabet until your family decides on the perfect name.
Don’t rush the process as your dog will have to live with this name for the rest of his/her life. Your dog is a member of your family and you want to give them a name you can be proud of, especially, when you call them in public.
Congratulations on your puppy and I hope you find inspiration from our extensive list of Pug names that start with the letter H.
References And Further Reading
Mel – What Does My Dog Think Its Name Is?
Owner’s beliefs on the ability of their pet dogs to understand human verbal communication: A case of social understanding: Péter Pongrácz, Ádám Miklósi and Vilmos Csányi