60 Iconic Pet Names from Your Favorite Movies
So, you've decided to add a new four-legged friend to your family. Adopting or buying a cat or dog is always an exciting time. You now have a loving pet to nurture for many years to come. But before you get into house-training or teaching them new tricks, you have to name your new addition. There are countless pet names to choose from for both dogs and cats, and it can feel overwhelming at first. There are many places where you can draw inspiration, and if you're a movie buff, or even just enjoy a flick now and then, looking to your favorite films is an excellent place to start.
We selected 60 names based on dogs and cats from classic movies including Lassie, Lady and the Tramp, the Wizard of Oz, and more. We divided them into 40 dog names and 20 cat names, but you can definitely name your feline after a pup or vice versa. After all, it's your pet and you are the best judge on which moniker fits best.
Dog Names from Movies
Dogs come in a variety of breeds, shapes, and sizes, which means you'll want to choose an extra special dog name for your unique pup. Some of the options below include Beethoven, Buddy, and Marley.
Balto
Movie: Balto
Based on a true story, this sled dog makes a dangerous journey to bring back a cure for a deadly epidemic in Alaska.
Beatrice
Movie: Best in Show
Beatrice is a Weimaraner competing in a prestigious dog show in this comedy.
Beethoven
Movie: Beethoven
A troublesome Saint Bernard brings chaos wherever he goes in this family film.
Benji
Movie: Benji
A stray dog goes on a mission to save two kidnapped children.
Bingo
Movie: Bingo
A lively circus dog befriends a young boy and helps him fit in with the other kids.
Bolt
Movie: Bolt
This action-star American white shepherd goes on a journey to save a friend he believes to be in danger.
Buddy
Movie: Air Bud
A stray golden retriever meets a boy who discovers the dog's amazing talent—playing basketball!
Buck
Movie: Call of the Wild
Half Saint Bernard, half sheepdog, this pet is stolen from his home and taken to the Yukon to work as a sled dog.
Butch
Movie: Best in Show
This poodle competes in a dog show in this hilarious comedy.
Chance
Movie: Homeward Bound
An American bulldog teams up with a golden retriever and Himalayan cat to find their way back home.
Charlie
Movie: All Dogs Go to Heaven
This German shepherd mix returns from the dead to find his killer.
Copper
Movie: The Fox and the Hound
An animated film about a hound that befriends a young fox, unbeknownst to the fact that they will be forced to be enemies later in life.
Cujo
Movie: Cujo
Based on Steven King's novel, a rabid Saint Bernard terrorizes a small town.
Fang
Movie: Harry Potter series
Hagrid's Neapolitan mastiff in the Harry Potter series.
Gus
Iron Will
Gus is the lead sled dog in this movie about a challenging cross-country dogsled race.
Hachi/Hachiko
Movie: Hachi: A Dog's Tale
This tearjerking tale follows an Akita as it waits each day for the return of its deceased owner.
Hooch
Movie: Turner and Hooch
The dog of a deceased man is adopted by a detective to help with a murder investigation. (Hooch is a Dogue de Bordeaux, a rare French dog breed.)
Hubert
Movie: Best in Show
This loveable bloodhound competes for the title Best in Show in this comedy.
Lady
Movie: Lady and the Tramp
A romantic tale between a high-class cocker spaniel and a street-smart mutt.
Lassie
Movie: Lassie
This film follows the story of a rough collie and her many escapades.
Marley
Movie: Marley and Me
A touching film about a troublesome—but loved—yellow lab and his family.
Marmaduke
Movie: Marmaduke
A bumbling Great Dane causes constant mischief when his family moves to a new neighborhood.
Miss Agnes
Movie: Best in Show
Miss Agnes is a high-class shih tzu competing in a dog show in this comedy.
Old Yeller
Movie: Old Yeller
This classic follows a young boy and his beloved yellow Labrador.
Pencil
Movie: Year of the Dog
A film about a woman coping with the loss of her pet beagle.
Pongo
Movie: 101 Dalmatians
Pongo is the father dalmatian looking for his stolen pups in this animated film.
Purdy
Movie: 101 Dalmatians
Purdy is the mother dalmatian looking for her stolen pups in this animated film.
Odie
Movie: Garfield
Odie the dog is Garfield's goofy sidekick.
Otis
Movie: The Adventures of Milo and Otis
A pug embarks on a mission to find his beloved friend, Milo the cat.
Reno
Movie: Top Dog
Reno, a briard, teams up with a cop in this action flick.
Rosebud
Movie: Air Buddies
A sequel to Air Bud, Rosebud is one of the puppies in this cute film.
Scooby
Movie: Scooby Doo
This wacky Great Dane embarks on plenty of journeys with his owner, Shaggy, and the rest of the gang.
Shadow
Movie: Homeward Bound
A golden retriever teams up with an American bulldog and a Himalayan cat to find their way back home.
Skip
Movie: My Dog Skip
A Jack Russell terrier befriends a young boy and helps him fit in.
Snoopy
Movie: Charlie Brown movies
Snoopy the beagle is Charlie Brown's dog.
Toto
Wizard of Oz
Dorothy's cairn terrier, Toto, joins her on a journey down the yellow brick road.
Shasta
Movie: Snow Buddies
Shasta is a Siberian husky puppy in this Air Bud sequel.
Shiloh
Movie: Shiloh
A beagle is saved by a young boy in this classic.
Winky
Movie: Best in Show
Winky is a Norwich terrier competing for the Best in Show title in this comedy.
Winn-Dixie
Movie: Because of Winn-Dixie
This mischievous mixed-breed dog helps a young girl make new friends.
Cat Names from Movies
When selecting a cat name, it's a great idea to analyze its personality and its coat color. Here, you'll find fun choices such as Cheshire, Milo, and Sassy.
Aslan
Movie: The Chronicles of Narnia
This powerful lion is present in The Chronicles of Narnia series.
Berlioz
Movie: The Aristocats
This little black kitten is the youngest in the litter.
Cheshire
Movie: Alice in Wonderland
The Cheshire cat is a grinning character in this classic film.
Duchess
Movie: The Aristocats
The mother of three kittens, Duchess is an all-white cat.
Felix
Movie: Felix the Cat
This silly cartoon cat first came to fame during the silent film era.
Garfield
Movie: Garfield
This famous orange cat stars in the Garfield cartoons.
Marie
Movie: The Aristocats
The all-white kitten in the animated film.
Meeko
Movie: Pocahontas
Meeko, a playful raccoon, is the friend of Pocahontas in this Disney classic.
Milo
Movie: Milo and Otis
This young cat embarks on a journey to reunite with his friend, a pug named Otis.
Mr. Bigglesworth
Movie: Austin Powers
This hairless cat is Dr. Evil's pet in this comedy.
Nala
Movie: The Lion King
Nala is a young lion and Simba's love interest in this animated movie.
Nermal
Movie: Garfield
Nermal, a small gray tabby cat, is an annoyance to Garfield.
Oliver
Movie: Oliver and Company
A young kitten teams up with a gang of dogs in this animated film.
Sassy
Movie: Homeward Bound
This Himalayan cat embarks on an adventure with two dogs to find their way back home.
Simba
Movie: The Lion King
This little lion inherits the kingdom in this Disney classic.
Snowbell
Movie: Stuart Little
This Persian torments Stuart Little, a mouse, in this fun film.
Mr. Tinkles
Movie: Cats and Dogs
An evil Persian, Mr. Tinkles, hopes to conquer the world in this furball-filled comedy.
Thomas
Movie: The Aristocats
Thomas is an orange alley cat that helps Duchess and her kittens.
Toulouse
Movie: The Aristocats
The orange kitten in the animated movie.
Tom
Movie: Tom and Jerry: The Movie
A cartoon cat embarks on adventures with his friend, a mouse.
