Boston Terrier Dog Names

Boston Terriers are adorable, affectionate, and full of personality… which means their name should be just as special as they are. Whether you’re bringing home a pup for the first time or just brainstorming names, finding the right fit can feel like a big task. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with 700 creative Boston Terrier dog names to inspire you.

Plus, once you’ve found the perfect one, consider getting Lemonade pet insurance to help protect your little buddy from life’s unexpected moments.

Naming your Boston Terrier: the fun-but-serious art

Sure, it’s “just a name,” but it’s also one of the first ways you’ll bond with your Boston Terrier. It’s how they’ll come running for belly rubs, treats, and all the adventures ahead. So, whether you’re into quirky names, timeless classics, or something that nods to Bostonian pride, we’ve got your back. Let’s break this down into categories, you might just find the one.

What Lemonade’s Boston Terrier owners are actually naming their dogs

Real names from real pet parents. Scroll through for a little inspiration, then dive into our full list below.

Top male Boston Terrier names	Top female Boston Terrier names
Teddy	Luna
Milo	Bella
Charlie	Daisy
Leo	Winnie
Cooper	Rosie
Max	Coco
Ollie	Penny
Oliver	Lola
Archie	Hazel
Winston	Ruby
Tucker	Bailey
Louie	Zoey
Bruno	Maple
Bear	Lucy
Benji	Millie
Bentley	Nala
Buddy	Charlie
Theo	Chloe
Finn	Sadie
Toby	Maggie
Ziggy	Ginger
Beau	Poppy
Murphy	Sophie
Cosmo	Maya
Coco	Lily
Henry	Stella
Lucky	Pepper
Enzo	Molly
Kobe	Gracie
Rocky	Riley
Loki	Mocha
Cody	Olive
Cash	Ellie
Otis	Honey
George	Marley
Jax	Willow
Luca	Harper
Simba	Lexi
Cookie	Kona
Jack	Lulu
Oreo	Piper
Oscar	Emma
Moose	Kiwi
Wally	Remi
Gus	Nova
Rusty	Reese
Brody	Dolly
Alfie	Layla
Jasper	Josie
Gizmo	Sunny
Scout	Lady
Benny	Mochi
Mochi	Stevie
Ace	Rue
Frankie	Ella
Mylo	Frankie
Chester	Cali
Kai	Kiki
Dexter	Skye
Bailey	Gigi
Ozzy	Harley
Prince	Oreo
Theodore	Leia
Maverick	Abby
Hank	Annie
Koda	Mia
Chewie	Ivy
Biscuit	Bianca
Pluto	Gemma
Riley	Moka
Blue	Daphne
Copper	Belle
Freddie	Delilah
Apollo	Margot
Jake	Lilly
Parker	Maisie
Polo	Lemon
Oakley	Clover
August	Phoebe
Sebastian	Peanut
Shadow	Mila
Bowie	Georgie
Finley	Magnolia
Snoopy	Rylee
Franklin	Zuri
Chase	Khaleesi
Mickey	Allie
Sullivan	Holly
Otto	Peach
Astro	Koda
Wilson	Winter
Sammy	Jasmine
Peanut	Scout
Panda	Juniper
Bandit	Sunshine
Rex	Nola
Walter	Goldie
Champ	Sage
Archer	Star
Watson	Chanel

Boston-inspired names for your little city dog

Because obviously. Your dog is literally named after a city, so why not lean into it? These names celebrate Boston’s rich history, iconic landmarks, and that unmistakable East Coast energy.

• Fenway
• Beacon
• Quincy
• Copley
• Boylston
• Revere
• Marlowe
• Charlestown
• Newbury
• Hanover
• Tremont
• Salem
• Plymouth
• Patriot
• Beantown
• Cobblestone
• Harbor
• Lexington
• Concord
• Bunker
• Minuteman
• Yankee
• Faneuil
• Dorchester
• Southie
• Roxbury
• Sommerville
• Kenmore
• Allston
• Brighton
• Winthrop
• Medford
• Everett
• Dedham
• Norwood
• Mattapan
• Roslindale
• JP (Jamaica Plain)
• Chestnut Hill
• Newton
• Wellesley
• Milton
• Braintree
• Needham
• Westwood
• Norwell
• Pemberton
• Scituate
• Marshfield
• Duxbury

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Tuxedo-worthy names for a dog who was born formal

They showed up in black and white. The tuxedo isn’t a costume, it’s a lifestyle. These names honor the fact that your Boston Terrier is, at all times, slightly overdressed.

• Sir Floofington the Fourteenth
• Lady Biscuit
• Baron Von Snorts
• Duchess Wigglesworth
• Lord Tuxford
• Countess Buttons
• Earl Greyhound
• Princess Waddlesworth
• Duke Pompom
• Viscount Snuffles
• Sir Barkington
• Dame Doodles
• Marquis de Boop
• Baroness Fluffmore
• Sir Woofs-a-Lot
• Lady Snortington
• Count Biscotti
• Duchess Noodles
• Prince Bowtie
• Miss Pringle
• Sir Snaggletooth
• Lady Crumpet
• Baron Biscuit
• Countess Snortsalot
• Lord Waffles
• Dame Sprinkles
• Sir Pudding
• Lady Marmite
• Duke Dapper
• Viscount Velvet
• Lord Mustachio
• Princess Puffball
• Earl of Wiggle
• Baroness Butterscotch
• Sir Rufflebutt
• Duchess Dazzle
• Count Floppington
• Lady Tater Tot
• Sir Biscuit Pants
• Miss Twinkletoes
• Baron Boopsnoot
• Countess Crumpet
• Lord Pretzel
• Dame Dumplings
• Sir Snorts-a-Lot
• Duchess Pickles
• Marquis Muffin
• Lady Puddinpop
• Duke Doodlebug
• Viscount Velveteen

Boston sports legends, reborn as dogs

Boston bleeds sports. Your Boston Terrier deserves a name that bleeds with it. From Fenway to the Garden, these names are for the fans.

• Ortiz
• Clemens
• Yawkey
• Papelbon
• Varitek
• Schilling
• Wakefield
• Francona
• Remy
• Eck (Eckersley)
• Foulke
• Lowell
• Ramirez
• Youkilis
• Pedroia
• Garciaparra
• Tiant
• Yastrzemski
• Conigliaro
• Doerr
• Cronin
• Foxx
• Boggs
• Buckner
• Rice
• Evans
• Lynn
• Fisk
• Hurst
• Lester
• Beckett
• Bard
• Buchholz
• Picard
• Marchand
• Bergeron
• Chara
• Rask
• Krejci
• McAvoy
• Pastrnak
• Bourque
• Neely
• Orr
• Esposito
• Cowens
• Havlicek
• Bird
• McHale
• Pierce

Old-school Bostonian names with serious character

Your Boston Terrier carries a whole legacy. These names are drawn from historical figures, old-world charm, and the kind of gravitas that comes with a very distinguished snout.

• Theodore
• Rutherford
• Cornelius
• Bartholomew
• Archibald
• Reginald
• Montgomery
• Thaddeus
• Percival
• Aldrich
• Pemberton
• Ashworth
• Ashford
• Beaumont
• Wellington
• Cromwell
• Elsworth
• Fitzgerald
• Garrison
• Harrington
• Islington
• Jebediah
• Kimberwick
• Longfellow
• Montague
• Nightingale
• Ottershaw
• Paddington
• Radcliffe
• Stillwater
• Teddington
• Uppingham
• Vanderbrook
• Whitmore
• Yarborough
• Alderton
• Berkshire
• Cranfield
• Drexler
• Elmore
• Farnsworth
• Greystone
• Hawthorne
• Ingleton
• Joscelyn
• Kensington
• Lambourne
• Marsden
• Norrington
• Oxley

Punny names that are deeply, proudly ridiculous

No shame here. Boston Terriers have a sense of humor, they snort when they laugh, which is often. These names are for owners who fully commit to the bit.

• Paw-sty
• Bark-arita
• Hairy Paw-ter
• Snoop Dogg
• Bark Twain
• Chewbacca
• Mary Puppins
• Droolius Caesar
• Jimmy Chew
• Paw McCartney
• Bilbo Waggins
• Woofgang Amadeus
• Dogvinci
• Flea Flicker
• Bark Obama
• Growl-ileo
• Mutt Damon
• Pup Tart
• Fleaonardo DiCaprio
• Salvador Dogi
• Sherlock Bones
• Biscuit Eastwood
• Sir Loin
• Pup-eroni
• Wagatha Christie
• Ruff Rider
• Chili Dog
• Karkat Vantas
• Miss Snaggly Tooth
• Bork Bork
• Sir Bork-a-Lot
• Doge Whisperer
• Hot Diggity
• Woofus Maximus
• Paw-drey Hepburn
• Snoop Puggy Pug
• Drool Britannia
• Indiana Bones
• Furball McGee
• Poochy McFluffins
• Biscotti Bandito
• Wrinkle McSnout
• Dotty McSpotface
• Captain Underpants
• Sergeant Fuzzybutt
• General Tso’s Dog
• Doctor Borkenstein
• Professor Snugglesworth
• Chairman Meow’s Nemesis
• Agent Floppyears

Food names for a dog who is extremely edible

Boston Terriers have round little heads and soft bodies that make you want to squeeze them like a dinner roll. These names honor that specific energy.

• Mochi
• Noodle
• Boba
• Pretzel
• Dumpling
• Wonton
• Nacho
• Churro
• Cannoli
• Biscotti
• Macaron
• Truffle
• Peanut
• Butterscotch
• S’mores
• Tater Tot
• Caramel
• Tiramisu
• Gnocchi
• Paczki
• Pierogi
• Kolache
• Baklava
• Lychee
• Ramen
• Kimchi
• Miso
• Tonkatsu
• Takoyaki
• Okonomiyaki
• Cheddar
• Gouda
• Brie
• Havarti
• Gruyere
• Manchego
• Provolone
• Burrata
• Mozza
• Ricotta
• Falafel
• Shawarma
• Pita
• Tahini
• Hummus
• Tzatziki
• Dolma
• Halloumi
• Zaatar
• Harissa

Names for dogs with an undeniable swagger

Boston Terriers walk into a room like they own it. Short legs, big chest, absolute confidence. These names are for that dog, the one who knows exactly who they are.

• Maverick
• Blaze
• Jagger
• Ozzy
• Hendrix
• Bowie
• Morrison
• Cash
• Lennon
• Sinatra
• Presley
• Cobain
• Slash
• Axl
• Iggy
• Springsteen
• Bono
• Zeppelin
• Mercury
• Freddie
• Angus
• Sabbath
• Motley
• Vicious
• Rotten
• Strummer
• Watt
• Ramone
• Thunders
• Heartbreaker
• Mick
• Keef
• Ronnie
• Charlie
• Wyman
• Flea
• Kiedis
• Navarro
• Vedder
• Cornell
• Staley
• Weiland
• Cantrell
• Grohl
• Novoselic
• Smalls
• Shakur
• Biggie
• Dre
• Cube

Classic human names that somehow suit a Boston Terrier perfectly

There’s something about a dog with a deeply regular human name that just works, especially on a breed that already looks like a retired accountant.

• Harold
• Gerald
• Bernard
• Eugene
• Herbert
• Clarence
• Walter
• Wilbur
• Morton
• Milton
• Murray
• Stanley
• Norman
• Sheldon
• Irving
• Mortimer
• Seymour
• Leonard
• Sherman
• Marvin
• Ethel
• Mildred
• Bertha
• Gertrude
• Edna
• Agnes
• Mabel
• Phyllis
• Eunice
• Doris
• Gladys
• Blanche
• Harriet
• Loretta
• Dottie
• Ruthie
• Vivian
• Eleanor
• Beatrice
• Velma
• Hortense
• Esmeralda
• Laverne
• Shirley
• Wanda
• Connie
• Norma
• Lorraine
• Elspeth
• Dolores

Names from Boston’s literary and academic world

Boston is basically one big university town. Your Boston Terrier deserves a name that reflects that intellectual tradition, even if they spend most of their time staring at the wall.

• Emerson
• Thoreau
• Alcott
• Hawthorne
• Longfellow
• Whittier
• Lowell
• Poe
• Plath
• Sexton
• Updike
• Cheever
• Ginsberg
• Kerouac
• Vonnegut
• Salinger
• Frost
• Dickinson
• Whitman
• Cummings
• Eliot
• Pound
• Aiken
• Sandburg
• Jeffers
• Millay
• Masters
• Lindsay
• Fletcher
• Moody
• Bradford
• Mather
• Hutchinson
• Winthrop (yes again — it’s a good dog name)
• Hancock
• Adams
• Revere (also yes again)
• Franklin
• Jefferson
• Madison
• Hamilton
• Webster
• Story
• Holmes
• Brandeis
• Warren
• Dukakis
• Kennedy
• Cabot
• Lodge

Names for the snorting, grunting, chaos-mode Boston

They’re perfect. They’re also absolute gremlins. These names honor the mayhem.

• Gremlin
• Gizmo
• Godzilla
• Chomper
• Mischief
• Ruckus
• Havoc
• Mayhem
• Bandit
• Menace
• Chaos
• Turbo
• Wrecking Ball
• Destroyer
• Crasher
• Buster
• Rowdy
• Scrappy
• Scamp
• Rascal
• Trouble
• Delinquent
• Mugshot
• Felony
• Misdemeanor
• Guilty
• Suspect
• Perp
• Thief
• Smuggler
• Contraband
• Outlaw
• Fugitive
• Bounty
• Ambush
• Riot
• Stampede
• Uproar
• Pandemonium
• Bedlam
• Anarchy
• Revolt
• Mutiny
• Insurrection
• Uprising
• Rabble
• Rampage
• Wreckage
• Aftermath
• Fallout

Pop culture names for a dog who’s basically famous

Your Boston Terrier already has main character energy. Give them a name to match.

• Khaleesi
• Arya
• Tyrion
• Theon
• Brienne
• Sansa
• Cersei
• Daario
• Jorah
• Varys
• Drogo
• Ygritte
• Tormund
• Hodor
• Bran
• Rickon
• Shireen
• Stannis
• Davos
• Melisandre
• Frodo
• Samwise
• Pippin
• Merry
• Legolas
• Gimli
• Boromir
• Faramir
• Eowyn
• Galadriel
• Elrond
• Glorfindel
• Gandalf
• Saruman
• Radagast
• Shadowfax
• Treebeard
• Shelob
• Smaug
• Thorin
• Bilbo
• Balin
• Dwalin
• Fili
• Kili
• Bofur
• Bombur
• Bifur
• Oin
• Gloin

Names that reflect those giant, gorgeous eyes

The eyes are everything on a Boston Terrier. Huge, round, full of either love or absolutely unhinged thoughts, impossible to tell which.

• Cosmos
• Nebula
• Galaxy
• Orion
• Cassiopeia
• Andromeda
• Vega
• Altair
• Rigel
• Sirius
• Aldebaran
• Betelgeuse
• Polaris
• Capella
• Antares
• Spica
• Deneb
• Fomalhaut
• Mimosa
• Acrux
• Hadar
• Peacock
• Naos
• Regor
• Wezen
• Adhara
• Canopus
• Procyon
• Castor
• Pollux
• Regulus
• Zubenelgenubi
• Alnitak
• Mintaka
• Alnilam
• Bellatrix
• Saiph
• Meissa
• Heka
• Tabit
• Thabit
• Elnath
• Hoedus
• Hassaleh
• Mahasim
• Azha
• Acamar
• Menkar
• Mira
• Cetus

Names for Boston Terriers who are basically seniors in spirit

They’re young. But that face has been around the block. These names are for the old soul in a puppy body — the dog that sighs deeply and looks deeply unimpressed by everything.

• Winston
• Churchill
• Clementine
• Agatha
• Atticus
• Harper
• Scout
• Finch
• Gregory
• Basil
• Nigel
• Rupert
• Alistair
• Crispin
• Cedric
• Humphrey
• Algernon
• Reginald
• Barnaby
• Phineas
• Octavia
• Prudence
• Cordelia
• Rosalind
• Millicent
• Winifred
• Genevieve
• Clotilde
• Mathilda
• Brunhilde
• Hildegard
• Guinevere
• Isadora
• Celestine
• Leontine
• Florentine
• Valentina
• Constance
• Patience
• Temperance
• Charity
• Verity
• Clemency
• Mercy
• Justice
• Honor
• Faith
• Grace
• Hope
• Prudence

Time to start training

Now that you’ve chosen the perfect Boston Terrier dog name, it’s time to help your pup learn it! Start using your chosen name consistently from day one, saying it with joy and enthusiasm before meals, walks, and playtime to create positive associations.

Remember that dogs typically respond best to names that are one or two syllables, but don’t let that stop you from choosing longer names, you can always use a nickname for everyday use while keeping the full name for special occasions. Practice calling their name in different tones and situations so they recognize it whether you’re calling excitedly at the dog park or speaking softly when they’re resting. Most dogs learn their names within a few days to a week with consistent, positive use.

Before we go

You’ve found the name. Now make sure the rest of their life is just as solid. Boston Terriers are spirited, affectionate, and occasionally dramatic… which means vet visits happen. Lemonade pet insurance is built for real life with a real dog: fast, fair, and actually helpful when you need it.

Because a dog this good deserves a backup plan this good.

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