Our list of the best badass dog names for your new tough-looking puppy! These are intimidating names to give to menacing and scary breeds. However, be careful not to reinforce stereotypes too much, especially when it comes to dangerous dog breeds.
Is your four-legged friend troublesome? Or, on the other hand, is it very skillful? If your pet has any impressive badass-esque characteristics, then you have found the right place to look for the perfect name for it.
In addition to the meaning of badass that you already know, this term is also used to describe something that you find impressive. That is why we have made a long list of the most badass dog names.
To make it easier for you, we have organized these names into various categories. So, go ahead and take a look at them!
In Other Languages
The first name idea we have prepared is Amir. This word means “powerful” in Hebrew and it will be perfect for male dogs that have extreme physical capabilities. Great for a Black GSD or Siberian Husky.
Another recommendation for male dogs is Brendan which means “brave” in Gaelic. So, it will be perfect for dogs that are fearless and protect you from situations that can be dangerous. This is a name suited to threatening and intimating watchdogs and guard dogs.
And what if you have a stubborn and independent female dog? Then, a good option for it can be Nikita, which means “unconquerable” in Russian. We’ve got plenty more Soviet dog names here!
List of Badass Dog Names
Here are several options of badass dog names for you to choose from:
Ajax
a hero n Greek mythology.
Amir
Powerful in Hebrew.
Ammo
Short for ammunition.
Ares
Greek God of war.
Arma
Weapon in Romanian.
Arya
Assassin from Game of Thrones.
Astrid
Divine beauty or strength in German.
Athena
Greek Goddess of wisdom and war.
Atlas
The titan.
Attila
Brutal ruler.
Axel
Father of peace in German.
Baboy
Bad boy pronounced super fasts.
Bacchus
Greek God of wine.
Baddie
A bad girl.
Bandit
A thief.
Bane
Great sorrow or pain.
Banshee
An Irish spirit.
Barda
New God from DC comic.
Battle
A fight.
Beast
Big and burly.
Blaze
Bright and shiny.
Blitz
An overwhelming all out attack.
Bolt
Fast.
Bones
As in bones.
Bonnie
From Bonnie and Clyde.
Booney
Billy the kid's last name.
Borden
Ax murderer.
Boss
Higher in rank.
Brendan
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Brick
Dried clay.
Bruiser
Brawny and tough.
Brutus
Bad.
Bullet
Faster than a speeding bullet.
Butch
Bank and train robber.
Cammi
Swift warrior in French.
Capone
Boss of Chicago mafia.
Carlo
Strong in French.
Cersei
From Game of Thrones.
Colossus
Bigger than average.
Crash
Smashed.
Cronus
Character in Greek mythology.
Daenerys
From Game of Thrones.
Daga
Dagger in Basque.
Dagger
Swordlike weapon.
Danger
A warning.
Deacon
Ordained minister.
Diesel
Gasoline.
Diva
Has attitude.
Elda
Old and wise protector.
Elexis
Defender of man kind.
Erma
Female diety of war.
Fang
A vampire's fang.
Fera
Beast in Portuguese.
Fire
Burning.
Gamora
From a Marvel comic.
Garvan
Rough in Irish.
Gator
Alligator.
Gauge
Inner diameter of a gun.
Genghis
Founder of Mongolian empire.
Ginti
Defend in Lithuanian.
Goliath
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Griffin
Strong faith in Welsh.
Gunner
Strong in battle in Swedish.
Hades
Greek God of the underworld.
Harley
As in Harley Quinn.
Hera
Head Goddess In Greek mythology.
Hercules
Divine hero in Greek mythology.
Hulk
A fictional characterr.
Huntress
Female hunter.
Jesse
Murderer and robber.
Jinx
Edgy.
Juno
Roman counterpart of Hera.
Justice
As in justice.
Kara
Beloved and dearest one.
Karma
Destiny.
Katana
Hero from DC comics.
Katniss
From The Hunger Games.
King
Ruler.
Kojak
From the 70's TV series.
Leia
From Star Wars.
Lex
Defender of men in Greek.
Loki
Norse God or giant.
Luana
Graceful battle maiden in German.
Mags
Magnum or magazine.
Maia
Daughter of Atlas.
Maverick
Rebellious.
Medusa
Woman with venomous snakes.
Mercy
Forgiveness.
Michonne
Iconic character from Walking Dead.
Nelson
Murderer and robber.
Neptune
Roman name of Poseidon.
Nikita
Unconquerable in Russian.
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Short for nitroglycerin.
Nyx
Greek Goddess of night.
Ozzie
Strong in Hebrew.
Phoenix
X-Men character.
Porter
Gatekeeper.
Pyro
As in pyromaniac.
Queenie
FUn and sassy.
Quiinn
From the Batman comics.
Radon
Deadly gas.
Rambo
A Sylvester Stallone character.
Raven
Dark-colored.
Rebel
Rebellious.
Ripley
Sigourney Weaver's character.
Riptide
Disturbance in the sea.
Robin
Fictional English outlaw.
Rocky
Inspired by Rocky Balboa.
Rogue
As in Rogue One.
Roxie
Dawn.
Sable
Cool.
Samson
Man with super strength.
Sarah
From The Terminator.
Sarge
As in Sargent.
Sassy
With a lot of attitude.
Shaitan
Satan in Arabic.
Sheba
Queen of Sheba.
Siren
Hybrid girl.
Spike
Stingy or pointed.
Stalin
Man of steel in Hindu.
Starbuck
From Battlestar Galactica.
Storm
A weather system.
T-Bone
A bone.
Tank
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Tappaa
Kill in Finland.
Thor
Norse God of thunder.
Tila
Short for Attila.
Titan
Greek giants.
Trapper
A Marvel superhero.
Trinity
Strong.
Ursa
Bear in Latin.
Ursula
From The Little Mermaid.
Vader
From Star Wars.
Vasara
Hammer in Finnish.
Villa
A famous general.
Viper
Tough and stinging.
Vixen
Attractive and quarrelsome.
Vlad
Prince of Wallachia.
Widow
A crazy spider.
Xena
Warrior princess.
Zander
Defender of men in Greek.
Zao
Evil or wicked in Croatian.
Zelda
Dark battle.
Zemsta
Revenge in Polish.
Zeva
Sword in Greek.
Zod
From Superman comic books.
elektra
A Marvel character.
mystique
From X-Men.
Badass Puppy Names From Powerful Words
A good name for male dogs that have high levels of energy and that can turn aggressive sometimes is Fire, or Faya to play with it.
And what if you have a male dog who gets immediately identified by its large size? Then, Colossus would be a badass name for this dog. Dogs such as Great Danes and Dogues de Bordeaux are good examples of breeds than are way bigger than the average.
Moving on, Rebel is the perfect name for dogs that are not that obedient. You know, the ones who tend never quite listen to you! it might be due to a lack of early training or it may simply be part of their distracted nature.
Maybe you want your dog to participate in shows and you expect it to win them all? Our dogs are always the most skilled and the smartest, right? If that is the case, then King is the name for it. And your yard or balcony or living room can be their Kingdom!
On the contrary, if you have a female dog that is clever but that can be not that friendly and even ferocious sometimes. Then, you can keep in mind the name Widow.
Badass Dog Names Inspired by Mythology
The first badass dog name idea we have for you is Thor. If you have a male dog that has a strong lean muscular body, you can choose that one. You know, the kind of dogs that enjoy protein shakes!
You can also name Samson your male dog known for its fighting spirit and unmatched strength. Speaking of Fighting Spirit, the anime this time, go with the main protagonist’s name, Ippo.
On the other hand, if you have a female dog you can name it Maia, after the daughter of Atlas. Especially if it is large in size and has a protective nature. Another alternative is Hera, as the Greek goddess, if your pet loves to be the center of attention and it has a powerful temperament. If you really love Greek words, check out our list of cool Greek names for pups!
Atlas, the name of the titan condemned to hold up the weight of the heavens on his shoulders, can be a good name for courageous male dogs that are strong physically and participate in shows. Titan itself is a badass name for threatening dogs!
Another good alternative is Ajax, which is the name of a hero in Greek mythology. If you want a powerful name that can fit perfectly your extremely strong and fearless male dog, then this is the magical one.
Badass Dog Names Inspired by Movies’ Characters
Do you remember the blue-skinned mutant from X-Men that was a shapeshifter capable of impersonating anyone? Her name was Mystique. That name can be the one for a dedicated yet adaptable female dog. Mystique fitted in any kind of situation but she was also suspicious towards strangers.
Then we have the name Rocky from the iconic film series. You must know the character, so if you have a dog that is determined, smart, and brave with amazing physical capacities, this is the ideal name for it. A top name for renegades like American Bullies, Am Staffs, and Bull Terriers.
Another character played by Sylvester Stallone is the famous Rambo. So, that name can suit very well your male dog if it has a protective nature and is highly skilled. Therefore, a perfect name for dogs attending trials and Schutzhund competitions to show their abilities! Great German Shepherd name or even for a Shiba Inu or Samoyed.
Quinn, the name of the fictional character from Suicide Squad, can be perfect for female puppies that are known to be friendly and bubbly, but smart and fearless at the same time.
If you are a fan of Game of Thrones, then decide on Daenerys as the name for your female dog that is small yet lionhearted, valiant, and loyal. While Hulk can be a funny name to give a small male dog that has a mad temperament despite its tiny size. Hulk would be a fun Chihuahua badass name!
Badass Dog Names Inspired by Real Criminals
Do you have a tough male puppy whose appearance is intimidating? Perhaps they have a fierce nature. Then a badass name would be Bonney. Maybe you don’t know what person that is, but we are referring to the last name of Billy The Kid, the well-known outlaw and gunfighter of the American Old West.
We also have the name, Borden. This is the last name of the American woman known as the “Axe murderer”. You can give it to aggressive and tough-looking dogs. Maybe if you don’t know the meaning behind these names, they don’t give you a bad feeling. But since you know them now, they sound frightening, right? At least people won’t panic if you call your name loudly in a crowd!
Finally, what do you think about Capone – the infamous American gangster who dominated organized crime in Chicago from 1925 to 1931? This is a name that everybody knows. So if you want your pup to attract everyone’s attention, Capone is a good gangster name for dogs.

Enough of Bad Boys & Girls
Certainly, al these badass dog names are pretty scary. Especially knowing who or what they are originating from. But do they actually fit your dog’s appearance and demeanor?
We hoped that we have been able to provide you with original badass name ideas for your bad boy or bad girl of a dog! We have tried to cover everything, from dogs with tough and strong looks to those that are able to complete heavy tasks and are appreciated for that.
So the only thing that’s left, is to choose the ones that convinced you the most and find the best among them.
If you succeed in that, then let us know in the comments section which name you believe is the most suitable for your pet and the reasons why. We are always excited to read your responses!
And take a few minutes to look at all of our other cool dog names!
FAQs
What's a good name for a tough dog? ›
These traditional, powerful guard dog names are top of the class: Blitz. Brutus. Crusher.
What are some rich dog names? ›- Avalon.
- Bella.
- Belle.
- Coco.
- Cleo.
- Cora.
- Diamond.
- Dior.
- Diablo.
- Dracula.
- Exorcist.
- Fang.
- Lucifer.
- Scream.
- Skull.
Votes | Name |
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0 | Ashanka A fearless individual |
0 | Abhey One who is fearless and courageous |
0 | Aman One who is fearless and protective |
0 | Aabheer Refers to one who is fearless |
Most Popular Dog Names Of 2022:
Milo (boy); Lucy (girl) Buddy (boy); Lily (girl) Rocky (boy); Zoe (girl) Bear (boy); Lola (girl)
- Jag (or Jagger)
- Jax.
- Damon.
- Dexter.
- Axel.
- Cason.
- Calum.
- Cash.
Votes | Name |
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1 | Allard German for noble and brave |
1 | Andre Greek for warrior |
1 | Andrew Greek for warrior, strong |
1 | Albar English for elf warrior |
- Odette.
- Bandit.
- Gus.
- Fox.
- Scout.
- Whiskey.
- Rocky.
- Blaze.
- Astra.
- Poppy.
- Sage.
- Inky.
- Lore.
- Snowdrop.
- Uggie.
- Kiki.
- Winnie.
- Maia.
- Sonny.
- Effie.
- Louie.
- Ziggy.
- Jude.
- Violet.
What dog name means precious? ›
The name Bo has Chinese origins and means precious. Typically, this name as it's spelled if used for females but Bo Obama is a Portuguese Water Spaniel male. Bo first made his appearance to the world as the First Dog of the First Family in 2009.
What is the hardest dog name to pronounce? ›- Rottweiler (rot-wahy-ler) ...
- Lhasa Apso (lah-suh ap-soh) ...
- Weimaraner (wahy-muh-rah-ner) ...
- Bichon Frise (bee-shon free-zay) ...
- Papillon (pa-pee-yawn) ...
- Dogue de Bordeaux (dog duh bor-doh) ...
- Bouvier des Flandres (boov-yay day flahn-druh) ...
- Keeshond (kays-hund)
Ivy | Bender | Storm |
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Suvorov | Bison | Sephiroth |
Fury | Scully | Magnus |
Meansy | Taboo | Lux |
Anarchy | Gunnie | Copper |
Amnon: Hebrew, translates to “faithful” Fido: Latin, translates to “loyal” Amin: Arabic, translates to “trustworthy” Fidel: Latin, translates to “loyal”
What name means Brave? ›Meaning of Brave
From the English word "brave" meaning "strong in the face of fear; courageous; having any sort of superiority or excellence".
Votes | Name |
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1 | Kahlan Irish name meaning "strong leader" |
0 | Ailani Hawaiian name meaning "high chief" |
0 | Alufa Hebrew name meaning "leader" |
0 | Andromeda Greek name meaning "to be mindful of man"; mythological princess |
Top male dog names: | Top female dog names: |
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1. Bailey (2*) | 1. Bella (1*) |
2. Max (3*) | 2. Lucy (4*) |
3. Charlie (6*) | 3. Molly (5*) |
4. Buddy (8*) | 4. Daisy (7*) |
- Astro. Astro, a Great Dane, was the family dog of the cartoon The Jetsons.
- Balto. Did you know? ...
- Beethoven. This St. Bernard appeared in a movie series of the same name. ...
- Bingo. The Cracker Jack sailor's sidekick was named Bingo!
- Blue. The cartoon star of the children's show Blue's Clues.
- Chance. ...
- Clifford. ...
- Comet.
...
500 Old Fashioned Dog Names.
Female Dog Names | Male Dog Names |
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Adeline | Alistar |
Agatha | Alvin |
Agnes | Archie |
Alice | Arthur |
Aaron: Hebrew — Enlightened. Aiden: Celtic — The sun god; fiery. Alexander: Greek — Defender of men. Amell: German — Power of an eagle. Amory: German — Leader; divine; brave; powerful.
What makes a powerful name? ›
It should stand out from competitors' names, as well as from other words in a sentence. This is sometimes called “speech-stream visibility”, the quality that lets the eye or the ear pick out the name as a proper (or capitalized) word instead of a common word.
What is the best badass name? ›...
50 Badass Boy Names
- Audie. Audie is an Irish name that evolved from Edward, meaning rich guard. ...
- Axel. ...
- Ayrton. ...
- Bjørn. ...
- Boris. ...
- Bowie. ...
- Brick. ...
- Bruce.
Greek God Names for Male Dogs
Name him Helios! Apollo. Ares. Dionysus. Eros.
- Bonney: Billy the Kid's last name.
- Bonnie: from Bonnie and Clyde.
- Lizzie Borden: ax-murderer.
- Butch Cassidy: bank and train robber.
- Al Capone: the boss of the Chicago mafia.
- Genghis Khan: founder of the Mongolian Empire. ...
- Jesse James: murderer and bank and train robber.
Ivar the Boneless (you could just call him Ivar, but "the Boneless" is a hilarious descriptor for a dog) Bloodaxe. Rollo. Sweyn Forkbeard.
What did Aztecs name their dogs? ›The name Xoloitzcuintli is ancient Aztec. Xolo translates to the Aztec god of the underworld while Itzcuintli simply translates to “dog”. You can also call them Xolo's (show-lo) or just the Mexican Hairless dog.
What is the #1 rarest dog? ›Norwegian Lundehund
Dating back to the Ice Age, the Norwegian Lundehund is recognised as one of the rarest dog breeds on the planet due to its unique characteristics, which aren't shared by any other breed.
- Jago. For a boy. It clocks in at #1 on the most uncommon names for boys, according to Bounty.
- Khaleesi. For a girl. ...
- Massimo. For a boy. ...
- Darius. For a boy. ...
- Paityn. For a girl. ...
- Xander. For a boy. ...
- Quinn. For a girl or boy. ...
- Fatima. For a girl.
After claiming the top spot for nine years in a row, Bella was eclipsed by Luna in 2022 as the most popular female dog name, the report said. Luna was also the top name for female cats. Max marked ten consecutive years of earning the top spot for male dogs, while Oliver ranked first for male cats.
What are hot pet names? ›- Baby/Babe.
- Sexy.
- Hottie.
- Doll Face.
- Big Guy.
- Playboy.
- Hunk.
- Casanova.
What names do dogs hear best? ›
Dog trainers agree that a one- or two-syllable name (Lucky, Jack, Lucy, etc.) is best, as it's easy for dogs to remember and simple for people to say. Dogs typically learn shorter words and commands faster, so make it easy for both parties and name them something unchallenging.
What are pet names slang? ›A pet name is a special name that you use for a close friend or a member of your family instead of using their real name. Synonyms: nickname, term of endearment, affectionate name More Synonyms of pet name.
What dog names mean gift from God? ›Votes | Name |
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5 | Zeb Short for Zebadiah meaning gift of God |
5 | Devdan Hindu name meaning blessings of the Lord |
5 | Eli Short for Elijah; Jehovah is God |
4 | Ayaan Religiously inclined person |
Votes | Name |
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4 | Haziq A Muslim name meaning skillful and intelligent |
4 | Higgins A name from Ireland that means intelligent |
4 | Matalino The Filipino word for clever |
4 | Zeki A name from Turkey meaning intelligent |
- Rottweilers.
- American Pit Bull Terriers.
- Siberian Huskies.
- Bullmastiffs.
- Chinese Shar-Pei.
- Afghan Hounds.
- Basset Hounds.
- Beagles.
KEEP the name to one or two syllables. Occasionally, The Seeing Eye does select three syllable names. Shorter names are easier to say and when paired with a command, make for faster communication with your dog.
What are fearless names? ›- Audrina. A unique variation of the name Audrey, Audrina means “noble strength.” The name is both melodic and strong, powerful and elegant.
- Bridget. Although we've all heard of the name Bridget — many of us from Ms. ...
- Mandla. ...
- Qadir. ...
- Ragnar. ...
- Leona. ...
- Warrick or Warwick. ...
- Willard.
Rank | Animal | Strength/Skill |
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1 | Mountain Goat | Surviving extreme altitude |
2 | Arctic Fox | Surviving extreme cold |
3 | Bactrian Camel | Surviving extreme heat |
4 | Giraffe | Surviving without water |