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50 names for black dogs that couldn’t be more perfect

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Congratulations! You are are no doubt now the proud parent of a black dog and are now looking for a top dog name for this bundle of (doggy) joy.

Naturally, you want something that would be suitable for a black dog and so have turned to the oracle of all knowledge – the internet – for some inspiration.

Well, you’ve come to the right place.

When it comes to naming a black dog you have two options: you can either go for something which highlights their colouring, or you can go for something completely ironic, such as Ghost or Ivory.

As always, consider the following before deciding on your pet’s name:

  • Choose a name that both you and your kids can say easily and your dog can learn easily.

  • Experts suggest you choose a name with two syllable names so your dog is able to differentiate between its name and a standard command (sit, stay etc).

  • Remember, you’ll have to call this name out across the dog park, beach and your front yard, so it’s best to not make it anything too ridiculous or embarrassing – for you and your dog’s sake.

ON WITH THE DOG NAMES…

Black puppy

Is this pup more of a “Charcoal” or a “Pepsi”?

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50 names for black dogs

  1. Ace

  2. Ash/Ashy

  3. Astrid

  4. Batman

  5. Bear

  6. Beauty (geddit?)

  7. Bruno

  8. Bullet

  9. Charcoal

  10. Checkers

  11. Cinder

  12. Coal (can be spelt Kole or Cole)

  13. Coco

  14. Cola

  15. Diesel

  16. Ebony

  17. Espresso

  18. Ink/Inky

  19. Jack (as in Blackjack)

  20. Jet

  21. Knight

  22. Licorice

  23. Lupo

  24. Magic

  25. Merlin

  26. Midnight

  27. Nero (Italian for “black”)

  28. Nimbus

  29. Ninja

  30. Pearl (as in the black variety)

  31. Pepper

  32. Pepsi

  33. Phantom

  34. Raven

  35. Seal

  36. Shadow

  37. Sirius

  38. Slate

  39. Smoky

  40. Smudge

  41. Sooty

  42. Spider

  43. Squid

  44. Storm

  45. Sultana

  46. Thunder

  47. Toast

  48. Twilight

  49. Vader

  50. Zeus

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If none of those struck your fancy or seemed quite right, then go for a name that resonates with you.

Think of famous people you’re a fan of, your favourite TV show characters or even use everyday items for inspiration.

Remember, there’s no harm in waiting a little while until your pup shows its personality.

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