Do you have a dog that seems out of this world because of its personality or appearance (hint: hairless dogs, ha)? Are you looking for the best mythical dog name for it?
We’ve done some research and evaluated all kinds of pet names to make this compilation. And we shortlisted the most imaginary, fairy-taled, and mythological names for dogs.
We got inspired by fascinating mythologies to provide you with names that carry this essence of divinity, omnipotence, power, and wisdom.
List of Mythical Dog Names
Here are several options of mythical dog names for you to choose from:
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AchillesA hero of the Trojan War, the greatest Greek warrior in Greek mythology.
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AdonisThe god of beauty and desire in Greek mythology.
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AjaxOne of the greatest Greek heroes who fought in the Trojan War.
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AloadesGiants in Greek mythology.
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AmbrosiaThe food or drink of the Olympian gods in Greek mythology.
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AndromedaThe daughter of the Ethiopian king in Greek mythology.
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AnubisThe original god of the dead in Egyptian mythology.
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AphroditeThe goddess of love, beauty, and fertility in Greek mythology.
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ApolloThe god of music, poetry, light, prophecy, and medicine in Greek mythology.
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ApolloniaA city founded by Greek colonizers.
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AquariusA water bearer god in the ancient Babylonian Empire.
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ArcadiaA region in the central Peloponnese in Greek mythology.
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AresGod of war in Greek mythology.
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ArgoA unique vessel that transported Jason and the Argonauts in Greek mythology.
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ArgosOdysseus' dog in Greek mythology.
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AriesA golden ram in Greek mythology.
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ArtemisThe twin of Apollo in Greek mythology.
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AsgardThe home and fortress of the gods in Norse mythology.
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AthenaThe goddess of war, strategy, and wisdom in Roman mythology.
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AthensMost important city in Greek mythology.
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AthyrGoddess of the sky in Egyptian mythology.
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AtlasA titan condemned to hold up the celestial heavens for eternity in Greek mythology.
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AuroraThe goddess of dawn in Greco-Roman mythology.
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AzaleaA flower in mythology.
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BaccusGod of wine in Roman mythology.
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BellaqueWar in Roman mythology.
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BelonaA minor goddess of war in Roman mythology.
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BeowulfA hero and warrior who fought and conquered several monsters in Norse mythology.
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BragiWisdom god in Norse mythology.
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CalliopeThe muse and goddess of music in Greek mythology.
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CallistoA nymph in Greek mythology.
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CalypsoThe daughter of the Titan Atlas in Greek mythology.
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CamillaA virgin warrior and queen in Roman mythology.
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CassandraA cursed priestess in Greek mythology.
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CassiopeiaQueen of Aethiopia in Greek mythology.
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CepheusThe name of two kings in Aethiopia in Greek mythology.
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CerberusA three-headed dog that guards the gates of the Underworld in Greek mythology.
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ChloeDaphnis and Chloe, is an ancient Greek novel.
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CreteCradle of the empire in Roman mythology.
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CupidAncient Roman god of love.
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CuriaThe oldest assembly in Roman mythology.
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CyclopsOne-eyed giants in Greek mythology.
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DagrDay in Norse mythology.
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DaphneA Naiad nymph in Greek mythology.
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DaphnisDaphnis and Chloe, is an ancient Greek novel.
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DemeterGoddess of agriculture and fertility in Greek mythology.
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DianaThe goddess of hunting in Roman mythology.
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DionysusGod of wine and celebration in Greek mythology.
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DuatKingdom of the dead in Egyptian mythology.
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EchoA mountain nymph in Greek mythology.
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ElectraThe daughter of Queen Clytemnestra and King Agamemnon in Greek mythology.
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ErosThe god of sexual attraction in Greek mythology.
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FaunaThe goddess of prophecy and fruitfulness in Roman mythology.
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FenrirA giant wolf in Norse mythology.
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FeroxFerocious in Roman mythology.
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FloraThe goddess of flowers in Roman mythology.
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FortunaFortune in Roman mythology.
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FreyaA goddess of love in Norse mythology.
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GaiaThe goddess of the earth in Greek mythology.
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GalateaThe goddess of calm seas in Greek mythology.
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GandalfA dwarf in Norse mythology.
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GebGod of the earth in Egyptian mythology.
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GeminiA zodiacal constellation representing the twin brothers Castor and Pollux in Geek mythology.
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GriffinA lion-eagle in Iranian mythology.
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HadesThe God of the dead and the king of the underworld in Greek mythology.
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HathorMother of pharaohs in Egyptian mythology.
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HatiThe wolf that chases the moon in Norse mythology.
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HecubaThe queen of Troy in Greek mythology.
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HeimdallA son of nine damsels that guards the gods in Norse mythology.
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HelaA guard of the dead in Norse mythology.
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HephaestusGod of fire in Greek mythology.
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HeraThe Queen of the Gods and is the wife and sister of Zeus in Greek mythology.
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HerculesThe son of Zeus and the king of the gods in Greek mythology.
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HermesThe winged herald and messenger of the Olympian gods in Greek mythology.
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HermiaA messenger in Greek.
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HermioneThe daughter and only child of King Menelaus of Sparta and Helen of Troy in Greek mythology.
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HeroThe priestess of Aphrodite in Greek mythology.
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HomerA legendary poet in Greek mythology,
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HoorA mysterious blind dog in Norse mythology.
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HorusOne of the earliest and most important Egyptian gods in Egyptian mythology.
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HrymOne of the giants that lead the forces of destruction in Norse mythology.
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HuntressA woman who hunts in mythology.
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IcarusThe creator of the Labyrinth in Greek mythology.
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IndigoA plant in mythology.
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IsisA goddess in Egyptian mythology.
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JanusGod of the beginning in Roman mythology.
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JotunsGiants in Norse mythology.
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JunoThe queen of the gods in Roman mythology.
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JupiterThe king of the gods in Roman mythology.
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KnightWarriors in mythology.
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LeoThe Nemean Lion in Greek mythology.
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LokiThe sneaky and trickster god in Norse mythology.
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LunaThe divine embodiment of the Moon in Greek mythology.
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LupaA she-wolf in Roman mythology.
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MagicMystical powers in mythology.
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MagnusA 16-year-old demigod in Greek mythology.
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ManiThe moon in Norse mythology.
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MarsGod of war in Roman mythology.
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MayaMaya mythology.
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MedusaThe most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons in Greek mythology.
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MercuryThe quick and agile messenger to the gods in Roman mythology.
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MerlinAn enchanter and wise man in Celtic mythology.
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MidasThe greedy and foolish king of Phrygia in Greek mythology.
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MinervaGoddess of wisdom in Roman mythology.
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MoiraiThe three goddesses of fate in Greek mythology.
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MorpheusA god of dreams in Greek mythology.
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NalaThe ruler of Nishada in Hindu mythology.
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NarcissusA handsome narcissistic hunter in Greek mythology.
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NefertitiThe queen of Ancient Egypt in Egyptian mythology.
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NeithGoddess of war and wisdom in Egyptian mythology.
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NeptuneThe god of freshwater in Roman mythology.
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NidhoggA dragon that resides in the roots of the World.
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NikeGoddess of victory in Greek mythology,
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NileRiver of life in Egyptian mythology.
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NottNight in Norse mythology.
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NunHeaven in Egyptian mythology.
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NyxGoddess of the night in Greek mythology.
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OdinThe god of wisdom, poetry, death, divination, and magic in Norse mythology.
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OdysseusA legendary hero in Greek mythology.
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OlympiaAn ancient sanctuary site dedicated to the worship Zeus in Greek mythology.
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OpethAn ancient festival in Egyptian mythology.
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OracleA person who can communicate with the gods in Greek mythology.
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OrionA giant huntsman in Greek mythology.
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OsirisLord of the Underworld and judge of the dead in Egyptian mythology.
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PandoraThe first woman in Greek mythology.
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PaxGoddess of peace in Roman mythology.
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PenelopeThe wife of the hero Odysseus in Greek mythology.
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PersephoneThe queen of the underworld in Greek mythology.
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PhoebeA Titan goddess with the gift of prophecy in Greek mythology.
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PhoenixA long-lived bird in Greek mythology.
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PlatoA philosopher in Greek mythology.
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PlutoGod of hell and wealth in Roman mythology.
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PoseidonGod of the sea in Greek mythology.
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RaidenGod of thunder, lightning, and storms in Japanese mythology
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SaffronA flower in mythology.
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SaturnGod of time in Roman mythology.
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ScarabA beetle in Egyptian mythology.
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SeleneThe goddess of the Moon in Greek mythology.
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SiriusThe god or goddess of the Dog-Star.
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SobekNile crocodile in Egyptian mythology.
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SurtOne of the giants that lead the forces of destruction in Norse mythology.
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TheaOne of the Titan goddess in Greek mythology.
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ThebesThe capital of Ancient Egypt.
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ThorGod of lightning and thunder in Norse mythology.
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TritonA merman and demigod of the sea in Greek mythology.
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TroyAn acient city in Greek mythology.
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TyetThe knot of Isis in Egyptian mythology.
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UllA close combat god in Norse mythology.
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ValiA god of archers in Norse mythology.
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ValkyrieA strong and beautiful warrior in Norse mythology.
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VallhalaOdin's room in Asgard in Norse mythology.
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VenusThe goddess of love, beauty, and fertility in Roman mythology.
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VictoriaGoddess of triumph in Roman mythology.
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VidarWide ruler in Norse mythology.
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VulcanThe ancient god of fire in Roman mythology.
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XenaA warrior princess in Greek mythology.
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ZeusThe king of all gods and men in Greek mythology.
Puppy Names Inspired by Greek Mythology
Greek Mythology is full of fantastic creatures and captivating stories, so you might take some inspiration from it, and we will make it easier by giving you some solid alternatives.
Is your male dog known for its strength, protectiveness, but can be stubborn at times? Then Hercules is the name for him. The reasons are obvious but feel free to read about Hercules’ story.
We cannot forget about Zeus, the King of All Gods and Men. You can give it to powerful manly dogs that are good in competitions, and are eager to show their skills. Intelligence is another characteristic they must have, as Zeus was extremely smart. This is a great Pitbull name, Rottweiler name, or even for a German Shepherd.
But what happens if, on the other hand, you have a female dog?
If she follows well your commands because she is indeed very intelligent, and at the same time it has a lovely personality, we’ve got the right name for her. Don’t you think Athena, as the Goddess of War and Wisdom, is a good option?
Ambrosia, which was the food or drink of all mythological Greek Gods, is a name you can give to a cute female puppy. It suits a very agile and playful female dog! And just by looking at its musicality, people are filled with energy! Or maybe, to a dog that really enjoys feeding time, right? A good fat dog name, ha!
Morpheus is an ideal mythical dog name for laidback male dogs that are not active or have low levels of energy. You know, for couch potato dogs who just enjoy cuddling up and relaxing to the max. Breeds like Saint Bernard or the Pug perfectly fit in that concept.
Iris, in Greek mythology, is the personification of the rainbow. She was also the Messenger of the Gods in Homer’s Iliad. It is a lovely name for a dog with blue eyes too, since an iris is also a thin part of a dog’s eye.
And what about the name Hermes, as the Greek god of wealth, fertility, animal husbandry, thieves, and travel? A wide range of fields to look after but Hermes did it to perfection! And animal husbandry… quite fitting especially if you are into dog breeding! If you have a dog that is smart, charming, loyal, and always looks for you when it sees something suspicious, then that is the right name for him.
Puppy Names Inspired by Roman Mythology
If you have a male puppy who is always showing affection, and people always fall in love with it, then the perfect name could be Cupid! It is the God of Love in all its flavors. Cupid is also known in Latin as Amor and its Greek counterpart is Eros.
But what happens if your dog shares the same characteristics but it is female? Well, Amor could work, but we’ve got another one for you and she is actually Cupid’s mother.
If your female puppy always wants to attract people’s attention, then Venus is the one for it, since she is the Goddess of Love, Beauty & Fertility in Roman Mythology. An ideal mythical name for a female dog that often goes in heat!
However, if your female dog is more unpredictable. It can be friendly while protective and tough other times, then you can give it the name Diana. This would also be a great princess dog name in reference to Lady Diana.
Jupiter – the name of the Supreme King of the Gods. This classic pet name can perfectly fit male dogs that are very protective and full of vitality. Breeds such as the Rottweiler or the Boxer can carry this name excellently.
But what about a similar option for a female puppy? In that case, if she has high levels of energy, and is agile. What’s more, if she is protective and sensitive, Juno, as the Queen of the Gods, is an ideal Roman name for it.
Didn’t any of them steal your heart? Well, do not despair, because we have some more alternatives for you.
What if your female dog is more delicate and has a cute and calm personality that resembles the beauty of a flower? Then do not give another thought and decide on Flora.
We also have the mythical dog name Fortuna, which is the one for a female puppy that is full of joy and carries with her a good vibe. Also, if you feel that having her in your life has been like winning the lottery, or that greater things have happened since you brought it home. This name sounds like it would bring good fortune!
Another interesting name is Janus, as the God of Transitions. This god has two faces looking in opposite ways:
- one looking to the future, and
- the other to the past.
So if your male dog is an ancient breed that has improved over the years, then you should keep that name on your mind!
Mythical Dog Names Inspired by Norse Mythology
Are you more into Norse Mythology, which pertains to the many myths of the North Germanic peoples? Then you must make sure to go over this category and read the options we have for you. You can also look at our list of Germanic dog names as they can be similar sounding!
Do you know the name Gandalf? Yes, it is likely that you know it since it belongs to the famous character from “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit”. But this is actually the name of a dwarf in Norse mythology. Ironic, right? You can name small or big male dogs that way – it just works!
The famous Thor also comes from this mythology. It’s a great short dog name as well. And if the main characteristic of your dog is its strength and tough-looking appearance, then that’s a name you should shortlist.
You can name your female god Valkyrie if it is protective, loyal, and can recognize your emotions based on your expressions and react accordingly. Like the strong and beautiful warrior. This name sounds powerful and elegant at the same time.
And the last alternative we have for you is Jotun, a giant in Norse mythology. This name can work perfectly for huge male dogs, or on the other side, for small male dogs that have a bright and energetic personality that makes them look bigger than they are – so to contrast with the name (e.g. as a Chihuahua name).

Picking The Right Mythological Name For Your Pup!
Finally, we hoped that you have been able to find a mythical and mystical name that met all your requirements.
If so, please leave a comment on how this guide has been useful to you, and share with us what name you chose for pet and why. We will be happy to read your responses!
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