Boston Terrier Names: 130+ Ideas for Boys and Girls
Looking for Boston Terrier names? Here are 130+ ideas for boys and girls, from gentleman classics to Boston-themed names, tuxedo puns and names inspired by every coat color, plus the names of our own puppies.
Names of Our Current Puppies
These are the Boston Terriers available right now, and each name links to that puppy's page:
- King (lilac splash male)
- Prince (blue male)
- Duke (black & white male)
- Teddy (red fawn male)
- Ollie (brindle male)
- Milo (blue lilac splash male)
- Bear (blue splash male)
- Honey (brown & white female)
- Muffin (brown & white female)
- Cupcake (brown & white female)
- Toffee (brown & white female)
- Brownie (brown & white male)
- Chanel (black & white female)
- Paris (black & white female)
- Armani (black & white female)
- Dior (black & white male)
- Domino (black & white female)
- Tuxie (black & white female)
- Checkers (black & white female)
- Panda (black & white female)
- Ink (black & white male)
- Dice (black & white male)
- Phantom (black & white male)
- Grace (black & white female)
- Angelica (black & white female)
- Hope (black & white female)
- Angel (black & white male)
- Willow (black & white female)
- Maple (black & white female)
- Rocky (black & white male)
- River (black & white male)
- Forest (black & white male)
Boston-Inspired Names
Celebrate the breed's hometown with a name from Boston and around Massachusetts.
- Fenway
- Beacon
- Harbor
- Revere
- Quincy
- Cabot
- Charles
- Newbury
- Copley
- Dot
- Brighton
- Salem
- Nantucket
- Chowder
- Cannoli
- Hancock
Tuxedo and Black-and-White Names
Perfect for a classic black and white Boston in their natural tuxedo.
- Tux
- Oreo
- Bandit
- Pepper
- Penguin
- Magpie
- Cookie
- Zorro
- Inky
- Sylvester
- Chess
- Piano
- Pinstripe
- Bowtie
- Skunky
- Zebra
Male Boston Terrier Names: Gentleman Classics
For a little "American Gentleman" with big manners.
- Winston
- Duke
- Earl
- Bentley
- Gatsby
- Theodore
- Archie
- Chester
- Rupert
- Hugo
- Oliver
- Monty
- Wellington
- Humphrey
- Barnaby
- Alfie
- Murphy
- Louie
- Otis
- Gus
Female Boston Terrier Names: Sweet Classics
Pretty, classic names for a Boston girl.
- Duchess
- Pearl
- Audrey
- Daisy
- Rosie
- Lucy
- Stella
- Penny
- Coco
- Ruby
- Mabel
- Hazel
- Olive
- Pixie
- Bella
- Luna
- Ella
- Josie
- Lola
- Margot
Color-Inspired Names
Ideas for blue, lilac, brown, red, fawn and brindle coats.
- Sky
- Slate
- Storm
- Smokey
- Indigo
- Lavender
- Violet
- Plum
- Misty
- Ash
- Copper
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Rusty
- Cocoa
- Mocha
- Caramel
- Fudge
- Nutmeg
- Tiger
- Stripes
- Bramble
- Tigerlily
- Marble
Foodie Names
Sweet and savory names, like the ones we chose for our Sweet litter.
- Biscuit
- Peanut
- Nugget
- Waffles
- Pickles
- Beans
- Dumpling
- Pretzel
- Mochi
- Meatball
- Noodle
- Bagel
- Taco
- Tater
- Gnocchi
- Jellybean
Funny Names for a Clownish Breed
Bostons are natural comedians, so give them a name to match.
- Snort
- Gizmo
- Bubbles
- Rascal
- Bingo
- Ziggy
- Moose
- Tank
- Chewie
- Boomer
- Waddles
- Wiggles
- Sprout
- Pip
- Frodo
- Yoda
Names From Boston Terrier History
Honor the dogs and people behind the breed.
- Judge (the breed's founding dog)
- Hooper (after Robert C. Hooper, Judge's owner)
- Stubby (after Sergeant Stubby, the famous WWI dog often described as a Boston Terrier mix)
- Rhett (Boston University's Boston Terrier mascot)
Tips for Choosing Your Boston Terrier's Name
- Keep it short: one or two syllables are easiest for a puppy to learn.
- Avoid sound-alikes: skip names that rhyme with commands like sit, stay, no or down.
- Try it out loud: call it across the yard a few times. If it feels awkward, keep looking.
- Match the personality: spend a few days with your puppy before you decide.
Learn more about your new puppy's personality in our Boston Terrier temperament guide.
Naming Your Boston Terrier
What is a good name for a Boston Terrier?
Classic gentleman names like Winston or Duke suit the breed's tuxedo look, Boston-themed names like Fenway nod to its hometown, and playful names like Biscuit match its clownish side.
Should I choose a short name for my puppy?
Yes. Names with one or two syllables are easiest for a puppy to learn, and avoid names that sound like commands, such as "Kit" (sit) or "Bo" (no).
Looking for a Boston Terrier puppy? We have 32 puppies available in Worcester, Massachusetts.