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title: "Cool Puppy Names Thinking Outside the Box"
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Although there are many exciting things about getting a new puppy, one of the most exciting is picking out his or her name. Although some of the “old school” names like Spot still work, check out our list of some very unique names and the meaning behind them.

**Abe**

Of English origin and meaning “Father of Nations,” it was also the name of the U.S.’s 16th president.

**Ace**

A term for the best card in the deck, “ace,” can also mean an expert or pro.

**Alfie**

A classic 1966 rom-com starring Michael Caine that was remade in 2004 with Jude Law.

**Ali**

Iconic boxer Muhammad Ali floated like a butterfly and stung like a bee who won Olympic gold in 1960 and was the boxing heavyweight champion along the way.

**Alpha**

The first letter of the Greek alphabet, the name Alpha, will let all the other dogs know who’s the top dog!

**Amigo**

Meaning “friend” in Spanish, this is a perfect dog name for your new best friend.

**Andy**

Short for Andrew, which means “brave” or “manlike” in Greek.

**Apollo**

The name of the Greek god of sun and light also belongs to six outer space missions that successfully landed humans on the Moon.

**Astro**

Greek for “of the stars,” and also Houston’s Major League Baseball team.

**Atlas**

In Greek mythology, Atlas is the Titan who holds up the world.

**Avery**

This name of English origin means “ruler of the elves.”

**Axel**

Dating as far back as the 10th Century, the name Axel has many other spellings, including Aksel.

**Bacardi**

One of the all-time best-selling rums in the world.

**Bailey**

A creamy Irish liquor enjoyed in coffee in the morning or on the rocks in the evening.

**Baloo**

The easygoing bear character of “The Jungle Book.”

**Bandit**

Meaning a thief, this pup name could be perfect for your little pup who stole your heart!

**Banjo** A twangy instrument popularized by Earl Scruggs.

**Eisenhower**

Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th president of the United States.

**Eli**

Short for names like Elijah and Elliott, and meaning “elevated” in Hebrew.

**Elvis**

After “The King,” Elvis Presley, of “Jailhouse Rock” “Hound Dog” fame.

**Fenway**

Fenway Park is one of the most iconic stadiums in baseball and home to the legendary Boston Red Sox.

**Finley** Signifying a “fair-haired hero” in Scottish.

**Finn**

For fair-skinned male dog names, this literally means “fair or white” in Irish.

**Finnegan**

Also means “fair-haired” in Irish.

**Flash**

A good name for a sporty-looking pup.

**Flex**

A name with a macho vibe.

**Ice**

For the dog who is cooler than the other pups!

**Igor**

A common Russian and Polish name meaning “farm laborer.”

**Jager**

Short for Jägermeister, the licorice-flavored liqueur.

**Jake**

Short for Jacob, meaning “supplanter.”

**Jager**

Short for Jägermeister, the licorice-flavored liqueur.

**Lincoln**

The U.S. president on the penny, or a luxury automobile company.

**Link**

The main character in Nintendo’s “The Legend of Zelda” video game series.

**Linus**

Sibling of Lucy and Rerun in the iconic “Peanuts” franchise.

**Marlin**

A fish found in oceans throughout the globe.

**Marshall**

A Scottish name meaning “lover of horses.”

**Martini**

A cocktail that’s a favorite of James Bond.

**Ninja**

For a stealthy dog, or one with all black fur, like the ninja’s outfit.

**Norman**

Golfers can name their pup after “The Great White Shark,” former world No. 1, Greg Norman.

**Noah**

A biblical character known for his ark.

**Porsche**

The German maker of high-performance sports vehicles.

**Presley**

Last name of Elvis, the King of Rock’ n Roll.

**Raven** A bird, an Edgar Allan Poe poem, and Baltimore’s NFL team.

**Rebel**

For the dog who goes against the flow and shakes things up.

**Red**

The color of Mars, roses, bricks, and maybe your dog’s coat, too.

**Teddy**

Like a stuffed teddy bear, you’ll just want to snuggle with him.

**Thunder** A powerful name for the noise that comes after lightning.

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