Yellow Dog Names

Are you ready to embrace the warmth and joy of sunshine with a new pet? Don’t miss out on our carefully curated list of expressive and unique yellow dog names that will brighten up every day with your furry friend! After going through our list, choosing the perfect name for your sun-kissed canine companion will be a walk in the park.

Our yellow lab Toby brought a ray of sunshine to our lives, and while we didn’t choose one of these yellow dog names, many of these ideas would have suited him perfectly!

You might consider these ideas for a yellow labrador retriever, a golden retriever, a doodle, or any other light or yellow-colored dog breed.

Top Yellow Dog Names

To begin celebrating your sunny pup’s personality, let’s explore our top picks for male and female yellow dog names that capture the essence of your golden, fawn, or cream-colored furball.

• Sunny
• Goldie
• Daisy
• Buttercup
• Saffron
• Honey
• Marigold
• Amber
• Dandelion
• Tulip
• Ginger
• Butterscotch
• Caramel
• Nugget
• Blaze
• Mango
• Sunshine
• Tawny
• Cabbie

Nature-Inspired Yellow Dog Names

Bask in the natural beauty of your canine companion’s sunny hue with these nature-inspired yellow dog names. Drawing from the sun, flowers, and other natural wonders, these names effortlessly evoke the warmth and radiance of your golden pup.

• Solar
• Sunrise
• Sunset
• Ray
• Star
• Sunflower
• Acacia
• Forsythia
• Linden
• Helios (Greek god of the sun)
• Topaz (Yellow gemstone)
• Citrine (Yellow gemstone)
• Goldstone (Man-made gemstone with copper flecks)
• Aspen (Yellow leaves during the fall season)
• Goldenrod (Yellow flowering plant)
• Zinnia (Yellow flower variety)
• Primrose (Yellow wildflower)
• Gorse (Yellow-flowered shrub)
• Pollen (Yellow substance from flowering plants)
• Starry
• Canary
• Daffodil

Related: Flower dog names

Names from Cartoon and Movie Characters

Add a touch of magic and nostalgia to your furry friend’s life with a name inspired by yellow cartoon and movie characters. Our selection of yellow dog names perfectly captures the spirit of your golden companion while paying tribute to these beloved characters.

• Pikachu (Pokémon)
• Simba (The Lion King)
• Nala (The Lion King)
• SpongeBob (SpongeBob SquarePants)
• Tweety (Tweety Bird, Looney Tunes)
• Woodstock (Peanuts)
• Bumblebee (Transformers)
• Winnie (the Pooh)
• Flounder (The Little Mermaid)
• Mufasa (The Lion King)
• Belle (Beauty and the Beast – for her yellow dress)
• Cera (The Land Before Time)
• Lisa (The Simpsons)
• Laa-Laa (Teletubbies)
• Q*bert (Video Game/Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph)
• Chica (Five Nights at Freddy’s)
• Naruto (Naruto Shippuden – for his blond hair)
• Jake (Adventure Time)
• Big Bird (Sesame Street)
• Speedy (Speedy Gonzales, Looney Tunes)
• Sparky (The Fairly OddParents)
• Fred (Scooby-Doo – for his blond hair)
• Applejack (My Little Pony)
• Usagi (Sailor Moon – for her blond hair)
• Marley (Marley & Me)

Foods Inspired Options

Whet your appetite with these delightful yellow dog names inspired by food and beverages – perfect for your golden fur baby! These scrumptious names combine your love for your yellow companion and your favorite treats in one irresistible package.

• Lemon
• Banana
• Mustard
• Cheddar
• Custard
• Pineapple
• Papaya
• Nilla
• Nacho
• Butter
• Popcorn
• Squash
• Gouda
• Melon
• Tumeric
• Fondue
• Curry
• Biscuit
• Maizey
• Ginger
• Marmalade
• Champagne
• Pina
• Pilsner
• Vanilla

Related: food-inspired dog names

Exotic and Unique Yellow Dog Names

Dive into a world of color and creativity with these unique and exotic yellow dog names for your new puppy. Elevate your canine companion’s name beyond the ordinary, capturing the essence of their vibrant personality and warm presence.

• Midas (King Midas turned everything he touched into gold)
• Aurelia (Latin for “golden”)
• Aurum (Latin for “gold”)
• Azofair (an ancient Persian word for yellow)
• Dorado (Spanish for “golden”)
• Giallo (yellow in Italian, Gia for short)
• Orla (Irish for “golden princess”)
• Ghiran (an ancient Persian word for sun)
• Kinkay (an ancient Inca word for “golden”)
• Cepheus (an Ethiopian king from Greek mythology)
• Sunniva (old Norse name meaning “sun gift”)
• Kinzang (a Bhutanese word for “golden treasure”)
• Zlato (Czech and Slovak for “gold”)
• Seraphina (derived from “seraphim,” angels surrounded by golden light)
• Solara (combination of “solar” and “luminary”)
• Eldorado (mythical city of gold)
• Mimetes (Greek word for “golden mimosa”)
• Oro (Spanish and Italian for “gold”)
• Aura (a golden shimmer of light)
• Eos (Greek goddess of the dawn)
• Persis (an ancient term for Persia, known for its golden sands)
• Hema (Sanskrit for “golden”)
• Kulta (Finnish for “gold”)
• Talento (Spanish for “golden talent”)
• Altynai (a traditional Kyrgyz name meaning “golden moon”)

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.