Dutch Dog Names

Discover the charm and uniqueness of Dutch dog names for your furry friend, reflecting the rich culture and language of the Netherlands. Whether you’re honoring Dutch heritage or simply love the sound of these names, our comprehensive list offers a delightful mix of traditional, modern, and culturally significant options to suit every canine personality.

Most Popular Male Dutch Dog Names

• Teddy
• Moos
• Ollie
• Guus
• Finn
• Max
• Bowie
• Joep
• Buddy
• Stitch
• Bobby
• Cooper
• Beer
• Mylo
• Jip
• Sam
• Tommie
• Benji
• Loki
• Balou
• Dex
• Bodhi
• Jack
• Rocky
• Bruno
• Boef
• Billy
• Toby

Top Female Dutch Dog Names

• Luna
• Bella
• Charlie
• Pip
• Bailey
• Lola
• Bo
• Nala
• Puck
• Coco
• Daisy
• Saar
• Mila
• Soof
• Skye
• Marley
• Roxy
• Nova
• Noa
• Molly
• Sammie
• Lizzie
• Senna
• Storm

Dutch Dog Names and Their Meanings

These names offer a mix of traditional Dutch names, nature-inspired names, and names with specific meanings in Dutch culture. They can provide your dog with a unique and meaningful choice, especially if you have Dutch heritage or connections.

• Lieve – Sweet, dear
• Bloem – Flower
• Wolkje – Little cloud
• Zonnetje – Little sun
• Sterretje – Little star
• Kees – Diminutive of Cornelis, meaning “horn”
• Daan – God is my judge
• Femke – Little woman
• Jaap – Supplanter
• Lente – Spring
• Merel – Blackbird
• Pim – Small helmet
• Roos – Rose
• Sanne – Lily
• Tijn – Diminutive of Martijn, meaning “warlike”
• Bram – Father of many
• Eefje – Fair, pleasant
• Fiep – Peace
• Gijs – Pledge
• Hanna – Grace
• Isa – God is my oath
• Klaas – Victory of the people
• Noor – Light

Food-Inspired Ideas

These names are inspired by traditional Dutch foods and snacks, offering a unique and flavorful twist for your canine companion. They reflect the rich culinary culture of the Netherlands and could be particularly fitting for Dutch dog breeds or owners with a connection to Dutch cuisine.

• Stroopje (after stroopwafel)
• Gouda (cheese)
• Kaas (cheese)
• Poffertje (mini pancake)
• Bitterballen (meat-based snack)
• Dropje (licorice)
• Haring (herring)
• Stamppot (mashed potato dish)
• Appeltaart (apple pie)
• Rook (Rookworst, smoked sausage)
• Kroketten (croquette)
• Hutspot (carrot and onion stew)
• Erwtensoep (pea soup)
• Olie (Oliebollen, Dutch doughnut)
• Vla (custard)
• Hagelslag (chocolate sprinkles)

Ideas from Dutch Locations and Landmarks

These names reflect various aspects of Dutch geography, culture, and landmarks, offering a unique connection to the Netherlands for your canine companion.

• Amsterdam
• Keukenhof (famous flower garden)
• Delft (city known for blue pottery)
• Leiden (historic university city)
• Zaanse (after Zaanse Schans, historic windmills)
• Rijn (Rhine River)
• Maas (Meuse River)
• Texel (largest Wadden Island)
• Vondel (Vondelpark, a famous park in Amsterdam)
• Giethoorn (village known as “Dutch Venice”)
• Kinderdijk (UNESCO site with windmills)
• Marken (picturesque fishing village)
• Hoge (Hoge Veluwe national park)
• Rijks (after Rijksmuseum)
• Jordaan (neighborhood in Amsterdam)
• Muiden (town with famous castle)
• Edam (a town famous for cheese)
• Alkmaar (a city known for its cheese market)
• Domtoren (Dom Tower in Utrecht)
• Beemster (UNESCO World Heritage polder)
• Wadden (after Wadden Sea)

Kyle J. Larson

Kyle grew up with Yellow Labs in his family since he was a child. He is a SIRIUS Certified dog trainer and loves all dogs. As a professional web designer and author, he keeps our dog name and breed search tools running.