If you add a new member of the family during the Christmas season, why not give him a Christmas-inspired name while you’re at it? Christmas is a time for family and for love so giving your dog a name that reminds you of those things will mean that the Christmas spirit will always be with you.
- Noel – Translated from the Middle English, Noel is literally the meaning of Christmas. If you are looking for a dog name that reminds you of this wonderful time of year, Noel just might be the name you’ve been seeking.
- Angel – Angels are guardian spirits and they play a key role in the story of Christmas. If you feel like your dog was sent to earth to guide and guard you, Angel could be the perfect Christmas-inspired name you’ve been looking for.
- Elf – The elves are Santa’s helpers and they are frequently depicted as spirited, silly little creatures. If you have a dog with a friendly but goofy personality, Elf might be a good name to consider.
- Snowflake – No name is better than Snowflake for a dog with a white coat or a colored coat with white spots. It is especially fitting if your dog also loves to catch snowballs and play in the snow drifts during the winter.
- Dasher – Inspired by the names of Santa’s reindeer, Dasher is a great name for a dog. This name might be fitting for a large-breed dog that is strong enough to pull a sleigh.
- Santa – Santa is the giver of gifts and the bringer of Christmas. If you feel like your dog is the best gift you could have ever received, Santa just might be the perfect name!
- Mittens – There is a children’s Christmas story called The Red Mitten in which a young girl’s lost mitten becomes a gift of warmth to the woodland creatures. Mittens is not only a reminder of the spirit of Christmas but it is the perfect name for a dog with “mittens” on his feet.
- Frosty – This name has many inspirations. Not only can it be a reference to the wintertime children’s story but it can also be a reference to the frosty weather during the Christmas season. No matter which inspiration speaks to you, Frosty is the perfect name for a dog with white fur.
- Blessing – Christmas is a time for giving and a time for appreciating the things you already have. If your dog is one of your favorite things and you feel lucky to have him, Blessing just might be the perfect Christmas-inspired name.
- Cocoa – If you are looking for a dog name that invokes the warm, fuzzy feelings of Christmas without being a direct reference, why not name your dog after your favorite winter beverage? After all, there is nothing that warms your heart more than a mug of hot cocoa.
Christmas is a wonderful holiday filled with joy and spent with family. If you are looking for the perfect name for your new dog, why not choose one of the Christmas-themed names so you will always remember how much your dog means to you?
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