This list includes 60 Dog name ideas that start with A, from “Abby” to “Azrael”. Many are short, easy to call, and fit puppies, adult dogs, or social profiles.

Dog names that start with A are single-word, pronounceable choices you can use for friendly or bold pets. For example, “Abby” remains a perennial favorite in English-speaking registries.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Origin, and Meaning/Notes.

Name: The actual dog name listed; use it to shortlist favorites and compare style, length, and tone.

Pronunciation: A simple phonetic guide so you can say the name correctly when calling or introducing your dog.

Origin: Language or cultural source that helps you choose names with meaningful background or regional flavor.

Meaning/Notes: A concise one-line definition or note about popularity, connotation, or suitable dog personalities.

Dog name ideas that start with A

Name Pronunciation Origin (language/culture) Scientific name Description
Ace AY-s English Canis lupus familiaris Meaning “one” or “expert.” Short, punchy name often used for bold male dogs and working breeds.
Abby AB-ee Hebrew/English Canis lupus familiaris Short for Abigail, meaning “my father’s joy.” Friendly, popular for female dogs and puppies.
Addie AD-ee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Adelaide/Adrian, meaning “noble.” Sweet, informal name often for small or young dogs.
Ada AH-dah Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Means “nobility” or “noble.” Retro-short name, elegant for petite or dignified females.
Adele ah-DEL French/Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Means “noble.” Classic, melodic female name used for calm or refined pets.
Aiden AY-den Irish Canis lupus familiaris Means “little fire.” Popular modern name, common for energetic male dogs.
Alf ALF English Canis lupus familiaris Short for Alfred; means “elf counsel.” Simple, vintage name often used for affectionate male dogs.
Alfie AL-fee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Alfred, meaning “wise counselor.” Cheerful, widely used for small to medium dogs.
Alice AL-iss English/French Canis lupus familiaris Means “noble.” Timeless female name, fits gentle or storybook personalities.
Alina ah-LEE-nah Slavic/Arabic Canis lupus familiaris Means “bright” or “beautiful.” Feminine, graceful name popular for companion dogs.
Albus AL-bus Latin Canis lupus familiaris Means “white.” Literary and magical vibe, often used for pale-coated or wise-looking dogs.
Alba AL-bah Latin/Gaelic Canis lupus familiaris Means “dawn” or “Scotland.” Short, lyrical name used for females and lighter-colored dogs.
Alex AL-ex Greek/English Canis lupus familiaris Short for Alexander/Alexandra, meaning “defender.” Versatile unisex choice common for many breeds.
Alvin AL-vin English/Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Means “noble friend.” Playful, friendly name suited to sociable dogs.
Amelia ah-MEE-lee-uh Latin/Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Means “work” or “industrious.” Elegant, popular female name used for attentive pets.
Amigo ah-MEE-go Spanish Canis lupus familiaris Means “friend.” Lighthearted name often given to sociable, people-loving dogs.
Amos AY-moss Hebrew Canis lupus familiaris Means “borne by God.” Biblical, vintage male name seen on steady, loyal dogs.
Amy AY-mee French/English Canis lupus familiaris Means “beloved.” Classic, affectionate female name commonly used for family pets.
Ami ah-MEE French/Japanese Canis lupus familiaris Means “friend” (French) or used as feminine name. Short, cute choice for companion dogs.
Anastasia ah-nah-STAY-zhah Greek Canis lupus familiaris Means “resurrection.” Regal, long feminine name occasionally used for showy or elegant dogs.
Andie AN-dee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Andrea/Andrew; means “manly” historically. Friendly, casual unisex pet name.
Angel AN-jel Spanish/English Canis lupus familiaris Means “messenger” or “angel.” Gentle, popular name for sweet-tempered dogs, often female.
Angus AN-gus Scottish/Gaelic Canis lupus familiaris Means “one strength.” Robust, masculine name often used for strong or stocky males.
Annie AN-ee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Ann, meaning “grace.” Warm, timeless choice for affectionate female dogs.
Ansel AN-sel Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Means “protected by God.” Distinctive, slightly literary name suited to calm or noble dogs.
Anubis ah-NOO-bis Egyptian Canis lupus familiaris Name of Egyptian god associated with jackals. Dramatic, myth-inspired choice for dark-coated dogs.
Archer AR-chur English Canis lupus familiaris Means “bowman.” Sporty, sharp-sounding name common for energetic or alert dogs.
Archie AR-chee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Archibald; means “genuine” or “bold.” Friendly, very popular for male dogs.
Ari AH-ree Hebrew Canis lupus familiaris Means “lion.” Short, strong unisex name often used for courageous or lively dogs.
Aria AH-ree-ah Italian Canis lupus familiaris Means “air” or “melody.” Musical, elegant name popular for females and graceful pets.
Ariel AIR-ee-el Hebrew Canis lupus familiaris Means “lion of God.” Used for both genders, familiar from literature and pop culture.
Arlo AR-loh English/Spanish Canis lupus familiaris Possibly means “fortified hill.” Trendy, friendly male name for laid-back dogs.
Arnie AR-nee English Canis lupus familiaris Short for Arnold; means “ruler.” Classic, sturdy name used for loyal male companions.
Arrow AIR-oh English/Nature Canis lupus familiaris From the projectile “arrow.” Sleek, directional name often chosen for swift or focused dogs.
Arya AIR-yah Sanskrit/Pop culture Canis lupus familiaris Means “noble” (Sanskrit) and popularized by TV. Modern, spunky name for females or fearless dogs.
Ash ASH English Canis lupus familiaris From ash tree or burnt residue. Simple, gender-neutral name common for grey or black dogs.
Asher ASH-er Hebrew Canis lupus familiaris Means “happy” or “blessed.” Warm, increasingly popular male name for friendly dogs.
Aslan AS-lahn Turkish Canis lupus familiaris Means “lion.” Literary name from Narnia, commonly used for strong, noble dogs.
Aspen AS-pen English/Nature Canis lupus familiaris Name of a tree; evokes mountains. Cool, modern choice for outdoorsy or energetic dogs.
Asta AS-tah Scandinavian Canis lupus familiaris Means “divine” or used as Scandinavian diminutive. Vintage, short name often used for small females.
Astrid AS-trid Old Norse/Scandinavian Canis lupus familiaris Means “divinely beautiful.” Stylish, strong female name with Nordic flair.
Astro AS-troh Greek/Space Canis lupus familiaris From “astronomy” or “star.” Playful, space-themed name for energetic or flashy dogs.
Atlas AT-las Greek Canis lupus familiaris Name of the Titan who carried the heavens. Strong, mythic name for powerful or large dogs.
Atticus AT-ih-kus Latin/Greek Canis lupus familiaris Means “from Attica.” Literary name, popular among bookish owners for thoughtful, calm dogs.
August AW-guhst Latin Canis lupus familiaris Means “venerable” or “majestic.” Classic, dignified name used for male or female dogs.
Augie AW-gee English Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of August/Augustus. Cheerful, informal name for playful pets.
Aura OR-uh Latin Canis lupus familiaris Means “breeze” or “atmosphere.” Ethereal, short name often chosen for elegant or serene dogs.
Aurora aw-ROAR-uh Latin Canis lupus familiaris Means “dawn.” Romantic, luminous name popular for female dogs with a bright presence.
Autumn AW-tum English Canis lupus familiaris Name of the season; evokes warm colors. Cozy, seasonal name used for reddish or calm dogs.
Ava AY-vah Latin/Hebrew Canis lupus familiaris Likely means “life” or “birdlike.” Very popular short female name, suits petite or lively pups.
Axl AK-suhl English/Scandinavian Canis lupus familiaris Variant of Axel; means “father of peace.” Edgy, rock-inspired name for bold dogs.
Axel AK-sel Scandinavian/Germanic Canis lupus familiaris Derived from Absalom; often interpreted as “father of peace.” Cool, modern name for male dogs.
Azalea az-AY-lee-uh Greek/Nature Canis lupus familiaris Name of a flowering shrub. Floral, feminine name used for pretty or delicate dogs.
Azrael AZ-ray-el Hebrew/Arabic Canis lupus familiaris Means “help of God” (angelic association). Dramatic, slightly gothic choice used for bold pets.
Aziz uh-ZEEZ Arabic Canis lupus familiaris Means “powerful” or “beloved.” Strong-sounding name sometimes chosen for dignified dogs.
Ajax AY-jaks Greek Canis lupus familiaris Name of a Greek hero; denotes strength. Classic mythic pet name for brave or active dogs.
Attila ah-TIL-ah Gothic/Historical Canis lupus familiaris Name of a historic leader; implies fierceness. Edgy, strong choice sometimes used for assertive males.
Anya AHN-yah Russian/Slavic Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Anna meaning “grace.” Sweet, international-sounding name for females.
Anna AN-na Hebrew/Latin Canis lupus familiaris Means “grace.” Simple, timeless female name commonly used for gentle pets.
Anouk ah-NOOK French/Dutch Canis lupus familiaris Diminutive of Anna in some cultures. Chic, continental name often used for stylish females.

Descriptions

Ace
Abby
Addie
Ada
Adele
Aiden
Alf
Alfie
Alice
Alina
Albus
Alba
Alex
Alvin
Amelia
Amigo
Amos
Amy
Ami
Anastasia
Andie
Angel
Angus
Annie
Ansel
Anubis
Archer
Archie
Ari
Aria
Ariel
Arlo
Arnie
Arrow
Arya
Ash
Asher
Aslan
Aspen
Asta
Astrid
Astro
Atlas
Atticus
August
Augie
Aura
Aurora
Autumn
Ava
Axl
Axel
Azalea
Azrael
Aziz
Ajax
Attila
Anya
Anna
Anouk
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