So, you just brought home your newest family member: an orange kitty that stole your heart. Now it’s time to pick a name as bright as its fur and personality. We’ve put together a list of options for you: from those inspired by cartoons to the ones highlighting their coat color.
Rubble
Rubble is a suitable name for an English bulldog puppy. He’s the youngest of all Paw Patrol members in the cartoon, responsible for construction work from fixing train tracks to transporting supplies to damaged buildings.
This rugged and reliable guy might seem full of himself but he is in fact a big softie that you just can’t help falling in love with. No wonder then that Nickelodeon is preparing a spin-off series (scheduled to premiere in 2023) focusing on Rubble.
Rubble is a suitable name for an English bulldog puppy.
Zuma
Chocolate Labrador Zuma is probably the biggest water fan of all the members of the Paw Patrol. He rescues others from the water moving around in his hovercraft shaped like a speedboat. He gets competitive at times but is a loyal friend.
If your puppy likes to play around water all day, Zuma would be a name worthy of its splashy playfulness. Also, this name is suitable for all canines with an orange fur coat: Zuma’s trademark color.
Marshall
In case your new pup is a Dalmatian, Marshall would be an ideal naming option for them. In Paw Patrol, this little rascal is responsible for putting out fires (hence the red color of his uniform).
He also rescues animals and people from high places and provides them with first aid. Marshall might be a bit clumsy and overly excited about things but he’s brave and loyal at the same time.
If your puppy likes to play around water all day, Zuma would be a name worthy of its splashy playfulness.
Chase
Chase can be a perfect name for a German Shepherd. This guy is the leader of the pack and a police & traffic cop dog driving around in a police vehicle in the cartoon.
He makes sure things are under control, and whenever someone needs help, Chase is on the case! He’s brave and super loyal. His signature color is – you’ve guessed it – blue.
Chase can be a perfect name for a German Shepherd. This guy is the leader of the pack and a police & traffic cop dog!
Tracker
Like other Chihuahuas, Tracker might seem tiny but has a big heart. He has the superpower of sensitive hearing and is irreplaceable in jungle and wildlife missions.
Admittedly, Tracker gets scared at times but always overcomes his fears: the ideal symbolism for your new pup. This character was introduced in Season 3 and his distinctive color is olive.
Rocky
Rocky could be a perfect name for a mixed-breed pup. In Paw Patrol, this guy is smart and loves recycling a lot (hence the signature color of lime green).
He’s also creative as he makes new stuff out of recycled items. Rocky’s afraid of water but can easily find a way out of any crisis. Does it sound like your new pup? Then go with Rocky.
Rocky could be a perfect name for a mixed-breed pup. In Paw Patrol, this guy is smart and loves recycling a lot.
Skye
Skye is a Cockapoo and the first female member of the Paw Patrol pack. When she’s not monitoring the situation on the ground from her very own helicopter or with her wings, Skye enjoys dressing up and playing video games. She’s playful and sweet – a true girlie-girl in pink clothes.
Everest
Like real-life Husky puppies, Everest is adorable, kind, and always eager to play. She can also be fearless when necessary and she will never let a friend down.
Everest is a pro at cleaning snow from blocked roads in the Paw Patrol world. Her signature color is teal and she first appeared in Season 2.
Like real-life Husky puppies, Everest is adorable, kind, and always eager to play.
Mayor Humdinger
The main bad guy of the show might not be a dog but is also pretty fun and inspiring. None of his mean plans works out thanks to the brave pup squad, but he shows persistence in plotting them, just like a mischievous dog. Plus, this name will definitely turn heads at the dog park!
Other Paw Patrol characters’ dog names
Although pups are central to the story, there are other Paw Patrol characters that are worthy of your admiration.
Sweetie, Princess of Barkinburg’s pet who only seems sweet but is the main villain of the story, Arby, Sid’s dachshund, Liberty, another dachshund, Tuck and Ella, a pair of golden retriever twins, and Rex, a Bernese mountain dog & a dinosaur expert.
You can name your pup after Ryder, the 10-year-old boy who takes care of the pups!
Non-canine Paw Patrol characters
You can name your pup after Ryder, the 10-year-old boy who takes care of the pups, Katie, a girl around Ryder’s age in charge of the pet clinic, the dramatic but funny and pup-loving Mayor Goodway, and Chickaletta, the mayor’s pet chicken.
Then there are the greedy pirate Sid Swashbuckle, Jake, Everest’s caregiver, Farmer Yumi or Farmer Al, marine biologist Cap’n Turbot or his pet walrus Wally, Francois – Cap’n Turbot’s cousin with a French accent, and Wild Cat – the first feline member of the Paw Patrol crew.
Names inspired by real-life dog heroes
The Paw Patrol is doing amazing things on the big screen but real-life dog heroes are even more inspiring. You can name your new pup after Balto, the Alaskan super dog that delivered a vaccine for sick children or Diego, a dog who warned his owner about a house fire.
Mia was a Great Dane who saved her owner and Chihuahua brother from a rattlesnake, Hel was a husky who helped an abandoned baby crying in a park, and Ruby was an Australian shepherd and Border collie mix shelter dog who became a search and rescue K-9 officer.
The Paw Patrol is doing amazing things on the big screen but real-life dog heroes are even more inspiring.
Dog names in different children’s cartoons
In case none of the above options is up to your liking, you could name your pup after another famous cartoon character.
Pluto, Snoopy (Peanuts), Odie (Garfield), Scooby-Doo, Pongo (101 Dalmatians), Lady (Lady and the Tramp), Spike (Looney Tunes), Cooper (The Fox and the Hound), Blue (Blue’s Clues), Gromit (Wallace and Gromit), or Martha (Martha Speaks) are just some of the most famous fictional dog names.
In the end, we can say that Paw Patrol teaches us about loyalty, friendship, dedication, and teamwork, so no matter which of the cartoon-inspired names you choose for your new furry family member, it will definitely bring joy and kindness into your home (and the kids will love the new pup even more).
