100+ Best Japanese Dog Names | Names from Anime, Manga and Culture

A meaningful, exotic, and beautiful-sounding Japanese name would make an excellent choice for your new dog. If you give them a Japanese name, you can bet no other dog at the park will have the same one.

Most Japanese dog breeds have turned up tails and pointy ears. They come in all kinds of sizes, from miniature to huge.

Shiba Inu or Akita Inu are among the most popular breeds. Yes, you could call your dog “Inu”, but that’s like calling it “Dog” in English (Inu means dog in Japanese.)

The best way to find the perfect Japanese name is to consider your new pet’s persona as well as your own – and to check out the list of the 100 best Japanese dog names we’ve prepared. It has options for each type of dog, from a formidable Asimi to a little Momo.

Go ahead and look to it for inspiration. Before you do that though, picking a theme will be helpful. Select any names you like and then narrow the list down. Opt for a name everyone who lives with you can agree on. This will probably be the most challenging part.

Using specific Japanese words as a name could also be a good idea. The mere sound of Japanese is captivating; you don’t even need to be fluent in the language to appreciate its beauty.

At one point in your journey, you might find yourself abandoning your original idea. Since the dog will become part of your family, the best name should not only fit them but also bring you joy. Names reflect our love, our appreciation, and our values, and the versatility of Japanese names makes it easy to find a suitable name for any breed. Our list is inspiring and extensive because of how rich and meaningful the Japanese language is.