The 86 Best Patriotic Dog Names!

Do you live for the red, white, and blue? Are you a true patriot? If so, it’s understandable that you’d want your dog to have a patriotic name, too. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of patriotic dog names in a variety of categories. This list honors all the best that this indivisible nation full of liberty and justice for all offers.

These patriotic dog names are based on American ideals, foods, events, songs, places, animals, characters, and figures such as the U.S. Presidents. It is split into male, female, and unisex patriotic pet names for your convenience.

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Patriotic Unisex Puppy Names

1. Bravery (or Bravado) – This is one value that many Americans, especially – veterans – hold dear.
2. Buffalo – This name honors one of America’s most iconic animals.
3. Bugle – Is your dog a boogie-woogie bugle boy (or girl)? This instrument is often associated with the U.S. Military.
4. Captain – Another classic option for veterans with dogs, or a police officer with a tough pup.
5. Colonel – Continuing with the trend of military dog names, Colonel is the name of a high-ranking officer.
6. Delaware – This is the name of a U.S. State. It can also bring to mind the famous American Revolution event of Washington crossing the Delaware River.
7. Doodle – Use this cute name and the patriotic classic song ‘Yankee Doodle Dandy’ will play in your head each time you say it.
8. Dream (or Dreamer) – As the American Dream is probably one of America’s most precious concepts, it deserves a spot on the list.
9. Eagle – The bald eagle is a major symbol of America, portraying strength and freedom.
10. Freedom – Not only is this symbolic of what America is all about, but it’s a great option for a free-spirited pup.
11. Getty – This name comes from the Civil War Battle ‘The Battle of Gettysburg’. It’s great for the war or history buff.
12. Glory – If you always salute or put your hand on your heart around ‘Old Glory’ (the American flag), you’ll love naming your dog after the patriotic piece, too.
13. Grit (or Grits) – This value honors the courage of veterans. It is also a tasty classic American dish – especially down south!
14. Huckleberry (or Huck) – Huckleberry Finn is a well-known American literary character. Everyone will know where this name came from.
15. Justice – One of the core values of America, this name is perfect for a dog who is noble and true.
16. Minute – This is a historic American Army dog name that honors the Minutemen of the American Revolution.
17. Patriot – What better way to showcase your loyalty to the U.S. than to let the world know your dog is a true patriot – down to their name!
18. Pilgrim – This name refers to the Puritans who sailed to America on the Mayflower. It’s also fitting if your dog was born around Thanksgiving.
19. Plymouth – This name honors the place where the Pilgrims landed.
20. Scout – Another military rank, this name also would fit for a curious dog or one that loves to hunt and track.
21. Sergeant – This is another American military rank, perfect for a strong dog that likes to take charge.
22. Soldier – This is the most obvious way to honor American veterans with an Army dog name.
23. Star (or Stars) – Along with honoring the stars on the flag, this name also brings the celebrities of Hollywood to mind.

This is another good flag-themed name. Consider using it with ‘Star’ if you have a pair.

1. Tank – Massive, tough dogs will fit this army-related name well.
2. Taps – The song that signals the end of a U.S. Soldier’s day might also work well for a boy or girl that can’t stand still.
3. Teddy – This cute nickname for President Theodore Roosevelt can also fit your adorable, snuggly boy/girl.
4. Victory – Consider naming your pet after this American value to make them seem bold and strong.
5. Yankee – ‘Yankee’ is a nickname for New Englanders or Americans in general. A fan of the Yankees baseball team might also appreciate this.

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Patriotic Male Puppy Names

1. Alamo – Texans and military history junkies might appreciate this reference to the historic ‘Battle of Alamo‘.
2. Banner – You can double up your love of America and Marvel with this one. America’s flag (The Star-Spangled Banner) and the Hulk (Bruce Banner) can both relate to this name.
3. Boone (or Daniel) – Your exploratory little boy would wear the name of this American Wild West figure, (Daniel Boone) well.
4. Bunyan (or Paul) – Paul Bunyan is a classic American folktale figure who’s a giant. Reference your boy’s size and your love of American folk tales with this one.
5. Cash (or Johnny) – Cover your love of America’s country music and money in one go.
6. Clark – ‘Clark’ was the surname of an American explorer. It’s also Superman’s secret identity and brings to mind America’s greatest superhero.
7. Cody (or Buffalo Bill) – If you love America for its cowboy iconography, the name of the creator of the Wild West show can be a superb choice.
8. Columbus (or Christopher) – Christopher Columbus discovered America and is great for a boy who finds things easily.
9. Cowboy – This name is perfect for the Wild West junkie or a herding dog.
10. Crockett (or Davy) – Davy Crockett is an American folktale frontiersman. Story lovers will appreciate this one.
11. Dakota – If North or South Dakota is your home state, this name can show your love for it.
12. Edison (or Thomas) – A smart boy will fit the name of this American inventor.
13. Ford (or Henry) – Henry Ford was the inventor of the first American car. A car-loving boy will fit this one well.
14. Franklin (or Benjamin) – Honor the founding father, inventor, and writer Benjamin Franklin with either of these names.
15. Gatsby (or Jay) – A literature lover would appreciate the name of Jay Gatsby, the American literature character.
16. Hamilton (or Alexander) – Fans of the musical will know the founding father you’ve named your little boy after.
17. Irving – Another one for literature lovers. Washington Irving was an American writer.
18. Jefferson (or Thomas) – These were taken from the founding father and U.S. President Thomas Jefferson.
19. Kennedy (or JFK) – Most other Americans know of this president and will appreciate your knowledge of America’s history.
20. Kentucky – This is an Eastern state in America. Show your love for the state or give your boy a ‘tough guy’ name.
21. Lewis – This distinctive name refers to the American explorer of the Lewis and Clark pairing.
22. Lincoln (or Abraham) – Proud of your Christianity and America? Choose Abraham! It’s both a president and a Biblical character.
23. Presley (or Elvis) – Musical patriots will love referencing this piece of American iconography. It also works for a music-loving boy.
24. Sam (or Uncle Sam) – This name refers to the iconic figure ‘Uncle Sam’. It can be a great way to make your dog sound like one of the family.
25. Sawyer (or Tom) – The American literary character, Tom Sawyer, bears these names.
26. Trapper – This one’s great for your hunting buddy and honors the trappers of the Wild West.
27. Twain (or Mark) – Another one for the literature lovers! Mark Twain was a great American literary genius.
28. Ulysses (or Grant) – Ulysses S. Grant was a well-known Civil War general.
29. Washington (or George) – Most Americans will probably know this President – he could not tell a lie!
30. Whiskey – The American south loves this drink. If you love it too, consider this name.
31. Zebulon (or Pike) – If you want something unique to honor your patriotism, try this. Zebulon Pike is the name of an explorer.

Patriotic Female Puppy Names

1. America – This is the name of the home of the free and the land of the brave.
2. Apple – A red-haired and/sweet girl will fit this name for the iconic American fruit.
3. Bell (or Belle) – In addition to referencing the Liberty Bell, this name also means ‘beauty’ so it’s perfect for your pretty girl.
4. Betsy (or Ross) – This cutesy country name refers to the creator of the original flag.
5. Brandy – You can reference the well-loved southern drink and your girl’s brown fur in one go.
6. Calamity (or Calamity Jane) – Give your wild girl the name of this Wild West outlaw.
7. Caroline – ‘Oh My Darling Caroline’ is an iconic American song that you’ll love to sing to your girl.
8. Dandy – Here’s yet another ‘Yankee Doodle Dandy’ reference to get the song stuck in your head.
9. Dixie – Show your love of the American South with this nickname for it.
10. Earhart (or Amelia) – Your brave or exploratory girl will love the name of this pilot.
11. Eleanor – ‘Eleanor Roosevelt’ remains one of the most popular First Ladies in history. This name also works for a gentle old girl.
12. Faith – Name your loyal girl after this American and Christian value.
13. Hope – Has your dog helped you through tough times? Give her the name of this American value.
14. Jazz (or Jazzy) – Name your little music-loving lady after the music genre born in America.
15. Joplin (or Janis) – A girl who’s always howling her blues away will fit the name of this American blues singer.
16. Keller (or Helen) – Show your dog’s strength despite any disability by naming her after this famous American.
17. Lucy – The name of this funny titular ‘I Love Lucy’ character will fit your funny girl.
18. Mayflower – This is the ship the Pilgrims sailed on. It’s also perfect for a boat-loving sweetheart.
19. Oakley (or Annie) – Annie Oakley was a Wild West sharpshooter. Perhaps this one could fit a good ball catcher.
20. Philly – This is a shortening of the American city of Philadelphia, which lies in Pennsylvania. ‘Phil’ also means ‘love’.
21. Pitcher (or Molly) – Your strong, fierce fighter will fit the name of this mythological Civil War figure.
22. Rosie – Rosie the Riveter was used to encourage women to replace jobs done by men during the war. Give it to your hardworking girl.
23. Sacagawea – She was the Native American guide of Lewis and Clark. Give this name to a girl who loves guiding.
24. Scarlett –  The beautiful Scarlett O’ Hara of ‘Gone With the Wind’ fame will fit your beauty well.
25. Shenandoah – This is an iconic American river. Perhaps a water-loving girl would fit the bill here.
26. Shiloh – The name comes from the Battle of Shiloh. It also means ‘heavenly peace’.
27. Virginia – Show your love of your home state with this name.

Conclusion For The Patriotic Dog Names

If you’re a patriot and you’re excited to pass your values onto your pup, you’re sure to find a suitable stars-and-stripes-friendly name from the list above. Many of these names are also great conversation starters, so your dog will be the star of the show whenever you go to the dog park!

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