Choosing the right name for your Papillon is a task that intertwines joy, discovery, and the unique charm of this particular breed. Known for their signature butterfly-like ears and delicate yet vivacious personality, Papillons are full of life and deserve a name that captures their effervescent nature. The following list combines popular dog names and those that particularly resonate with the characteristics of the Papillon breed, offering you 101 ideas to name your new best friend.
- Alfie: A friendly and popular pet name, perfect for a sociable Papillon.
- Apollo: After the Greek god of music, truth, and prophecy. Suits a Papillon’s royal demeanor.
- Archie: A popular name meaning “truly brave”, just like a Papillon.
- Ariel: Hebrew for “lion of God”, fitting for a brave and lion-hearted Papillon.
- Arthur: A noble name meaning “bear”, suited to a brave Papillon.
- Bambi: After the famous Disney character, perfect for a delicate and playful Papillon.
- Beau: French for “handsome”, a suitable name for an attractive Papillon.
- Biscuit: A sweet and delightful name for a sweet and delightful Papillon.
- Blaze: Perfect for a Papillon with a fiery and lively personality.
- Bobby: A friendly and popular dog name, perfect for a Papillon.
- Buddy: A classic name that reflects the friendly nature of a Papillon.
- Butterfly: Inspired by the Papillon’s distinctive butterfly-like ears.
- Buzz: A fun name reflecting Papillon’s lively and energetic nature.
- Charlie: A classic dog name, loved for its simplicity and charm.
- Cheerio: An upbeat name fitting for a cheerful Papillon.
- Chico: Spanish for “boy”, perfect for a playful Papillon pup.
- Cody: An Irish name meaning “helpful”, suitable for a cooperative Papillon.
- Cupcake: A sweet name for an adorable Papillon.
- Dandy: A playful name reflecting Papillon’s spirited personality.
- Dexter: Latin for “right-handed, fortunate”, fitting for a Papillon who’s your right hand.
- Dobby: After the loyal house elf from “Harry Potter”, fitting for a loyal Papillon.
- Doodle: A cute and fun name for a playful and loving Papillon.
- Elf: Reflecting the Papillon’s small size and playful nature.
- Elvis: After Elvis Presley, fitting for a Papillon with a rockstar personality.
- Eros: After the Greek god of love, perfect for a loving Papillon.
- Felix: Latin for “happy, lucky”, reflecting a Papillon’s cheerful nature.
- Fido: Latin for “I trust”, reflecting the loyalty of a Papillon.
- Fizz: A bubbly name that matches a Papillon’s effervescent personality.
- Flame: A name reflecting the vibrant coat and lively spirit of a Papillon.
- Flicker: A name that reflects the Papillon’s lively nature and quick movements.
- Fluffy: An adorable name for a Papillon with a fluffy coat.
- Frolic: A name that reflects Papillon’s playful and energetic personality.
- Gizmo: After the cute creature from the movie “Gremlins”, perfect for a small and adorable Papillon.
- Gustave: A French name meaning “staff of the Goths”, suits a Papillon’s elegant demeanor.
- Hermes: After the Greek god of travel and trade, fitting for an active Papillon.
- Hugo: A German name meaning “heart, mind, spirit”, suitable for a loving and intelligent Papillon.
- Jazz: A lively and energetic name, reflecting the Papillon’s vivacious nature.
- Jester: A fun and playful name, fitting for a fun-loving Papillon.
- Jinx: A playful name for a mischievous and lovable Papillon.
- Joey: An endearing name for a lovable Papillon.
- Jolly: Reflecting the Papillon’s cheerful and playful nature.
- Jupiter: After the Roman god of sky and thunder, suitable for a Papillon with a strong personality.
- Kipper: A friendly and popular name for a loving Papillon.
- Lance: A noble name reflecting the Papillon’s royal history.
- Leo: Latin for “lion”, reflecting a Papillon’s brave nature.
- Loki: After the Norse god of mischief, perfect for a mischievous Papillon.
- Marley: A popular dog name, after the lovable dog in “Marley & Me”.
- Mickey: After the Disney character, perfect for a playful Papillon.
- Milo: A popular dog name, meaning “merciful”, perfect for a kind Papillon.
- Mistletoe: A fun name for a Papillon born during the holiday season.
- Mozart: After the famous composer, perfect for a Papillon as they were popular among European royalty.
- Nemo: After the famous Disney character, perfect for an adventurous Papillon.
- Oliver: A popular dog name, implying the olive tree which is a symbol of peace.
- Oscar: A popular dog name, meaning “deer-lover” in its original Gaelic form.
- Paddy: An Irish diminutive of Patrick, suitable for a lovable Papillon.
- Pascal: A French name meaning “Easter”, suitable for a Papillon born during the Easter season.
- Peppy: A playful name reflecting the lively nature of a Papillon.
- Pippin: A playful and fun name, fitting for a lively Papillon.
- Pogo: A fun and energetic name for a playful Papillon.
- Pogo: A fun and playful name for a lively Papillon.
- Pom-Pom: A cute name for a fluffy Papillon.
- Prince: A noble name reflecting the Papillon’s royal history.
- Puck: After the mischievous character in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, perfect for a playful Papillon.
- Puffy: An endearing name for a Papillon with a fluffy coat.
- Rascal: A playful name reflecting the Papillon’s mischievous nature.
- Remy: A French name meaning “oarsman”, perfect for an active Papillon.
- Riley: An Irish name meaning “valiant”, reflecting a Papillon’s brave nature.
- Romeo: An Italian name meaning “pilgrim to Rome”, perfect for a loving and affectionate Papillon.
- Rufus: A Latin name meaning “red”, suitable for a Papillon with a reddish coat.
- Scout: A fun and adventurous name, perfect for an inquisitive Papillon.
- Simba: Swahili for “lion”, reflecting a Papillon’s brave nature.
- Skippy: A playful name for a lively Papillon.
- Snoopy: After the famous character from “Peanuts”, perfect for a lovable Papillon.
- Sparkle: A name reflecting the Papillon’s vibrant personality and shiny coat.
- Speckles: A cute name for a Papillon with a speckled coat.
- Sprout: A fun and playful name for a small and lively Papillon.
- Sprite: Reflecting the Papillon’s playful and lively nature.
- Star: Reflecting the Papillon’s bright and lively personality.
- Sunny: A cheerful name reflecting a Papillon’s bright and happy nature.
- Taco: A fun name for a small and spicy Papillon.
- Teddy: An endearing name for a cuddly Papillon.
- Theo: A popular dog name, short for Theodore, meaning “God’s gift”.
- Toby: A popular dog name, meaning “God is good”.
- Tootsie: A sweet and lovable name for a sweet and lovable Papillon.
- Twinkle: Reflecting the bright and lively nature of a Papillon.
- Vinnie: A playful name, short for Vincent, meaning “conquering”.
- Wiggles: A playful name for a lively and energetic Papillon.
- Woody: A fun and friendly name, suitable for a friendly Papillon.
- Wriggly: A playful name for a lively and active Papillon.
- Yogi: After the famed baseball player Yogi Berra, a practitioner of yoga.
- Ziggy: A fun and energetic name, perfect for a lively Papillon.
- Zip: Reflecting the quick and lively nature of a Papillon.
- Zippy: A playful name for a fast and energetic Papillon.
- Zorro: Spanish for “fox”, suitable for a sly and clever Papillon.
- Zoom: A fun and playful name reflecting a Papillon’s fast and lively nature.
- Zorro: Spanish for “fox”, reflecting a Papillon’s sly and quick nature.
- Ziggy: After David Bowie’s alter ego, for a spirited and lively Papillon.
- Zeke: Hebrew for “God will strengthen”, fitting for a strong-minded Papillon.
- Zeus: After the king of the Greek gods, reflecting the Papillon’s commanding presence.
- Zulu: After the African warrior tribe, reflecting a Papillon’s brave nature.
- Zephyr: Greek for “west wind”, perfect for a swift and agile Papillon.
Choosing a name for your Papillon is a delightful process. Every name has a unique story and so does your Papillon. Whether it’s their butterfly-like ears, their playful nature, or their royal lineage that inspires you, there’s a perfect name out there. This list is just a starting point; the final decision is a personal one that should resonate with you and your Papillon. Happy naming!
Next Up: If you’re looking for more dog name ideas, visit our boy dog names or female dog names pages.
