Over 400 Chihuahua Name Ideas: From Bold to Cute & Sassy

Chihuahuas rank among the smallest dog breeds globally, yet their personalities are anything but small. These dogs carry themselves with a boldness and spirit that belies their size. With roots that trace back to ancient Aztec and Toltec civilizations in what is now Mexico, the Chihuahua has become a cherished companion and a favorite toy breed, consistently appearing on lists of the world's most popular dogs.

Naming a Chihuahua can be a challenge, especially when you want a name that captures their distinctive character. To help, we've compiled a collection of over 400 names for you to browse.

Look through the options below and see if any resonate. If you don't find the perfect name, we've also provided some tips to spark other ideas.

What to Keep in Mind When Naming Your Chihuahua

A Chihuahua surrounded by blankies and stuffies.

A Chihuahua surrounded by blankies and stuffies.

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We hope one of the names in our lists will be the right fit. But if not, here are additional suggestions to help you narrow down your choices.

Honor Their Roots: While the Xoloitzcuintli is Mexico's official dog, the Chihuahua is often more recognized as a symbol of the country. Many owners choose Spanish names to reflect this heritage, and names from Nahuatl or Mayan origins are also worth considering.
Match Their Attitude: A name should suit your pet's personality, and Chihuahuas are known for being strong-willed and expressive. They can be sassy, so pick a name that mirrors their big attitude.
Plan for Training: Training is a key part of dog ownership, and you'll want a name that's easy to call out. Long or elaborate names can be fun, but they might be hard to use in practice. Having a shorter nickname that your Chihuahua responds to can be very helpful.

Top Chihuahua Names

A white Chihuahua sitting in a meadow.

A white Chihuahua sitting in a meadow.

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Here are some of the best names for Chihuahuas. Check them out:

Ziggy
Rico
Kiki
Spunky
Tokyo
Kai
Huxley
Marlowe
Koda
Bruiser
Punky

Distinctive Male and Female Chihuahua Names

Four Chihuahua puppies lined up side by side.

Four Chihuahua puppies lined up side by side.

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We've skipped the common names like Spot, Sparky, and Fido in favor of more unique options. This section is divided into male, female, and unisex names for easier browsing.

Distinctive Male Chihuahua Names

Cyril
Diego
Abelardo
Eduardo
Tito
Gonzalo
Benji
Pascal
Topher
Hopper
Ortiz
Otto
Arlo
Cochise
Lester
Delmonico
Joaquim
Basil
Yuji
Tybalt
Vernon
Vladimir
Gill
Zayn
Oberon
Enrico
Simon
Sirius
Gael
Oscar
Danilo
Yusuf
Tex
Montezuma

Distinctive Female Chihuahua Names

Zahra
Dagny
Lenore
Svetlana
Aida
Conchita
Opal
Esther
Calliope
Kismet
Janis
Adelaide
Atlanta
Xochitl
Parvati
Marcia
Yolanda
Melanie
Arya
Soleil
Imelda
Ayaka
Bree

Distinctive Unisex Chihuahua Names

Ocean
Quinn
Yancy
Abiola
Angel
Avery
Ripley
Bailey
Connie
Nasim
Arizona
Sal
Niko
Dana
Yolotl
Pepper
August
Gabi
Dominique

Daring Chihuahua Name Ideas

A Chihuahua standing on a large river boulder.

A Chihuahua standing on a large river boulder.

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Chihuahuas are tiny but tough, often bossy and full of attitude. They may lack brute strength, but they win battles of will every time. Give your Chi a name that matches their fierce spirit.

Goliath
Cisco
Dozer
Phoenix
Grave Digger
Hades
Freya
Dragon
Caeser
Ronin
Bullet
Ghost Rider
Demon
Fortuna
Jaguar
Sarge
Salem
Rango
Hailstorm
Tank
Ninja
Titan
Trooper
Valkyrie
Duke
Vampire
Ajax
Cerebus
Ragnarok
Denver
Typhoon
Nightmare
Spitfire
Camazotz
Bandido
Mutt
Banzai
Kraken
Xerxes
Hurricane
Specter
Dakota
Iago
Phantom
Achilles
Tiamat
Hex
Apollo
Chance
Akuma
Disco
Dallas
Mohawk
Power
Haunter
Tsunami
Odin
Oni
Hercules
Flurry
Taz
Thor
Brutus
Axe
Diesel
Ferox
Harley
Cadet
Cthulhu
Whirlwind
Severin
Bullseye
Omen
Fangs
Black Hawk
Dagon
Xibalba
Saber
Chaos
Missle

Cute and Comical Chihuahua Name Ideas

A sleepy Chihuahua snuggled up with a blanket.

A sleepy Chihuahua snuggled up with a blanket.

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Chihuahuas are undeniably cute, thanks to their tiny size, and their big personalities often make them funny little characters. These names range from sweet and adorable to playful and humorous, so you can choose one that fits your Chi's vibe.

Guacamole
Waddle
Biggie
Guapo/Guapa
Fudge
Taquito
Buttercup
Whirligig
Nipsy
Poppy
Frijoles
Doc
Toodles
Charity
Rainbow
Corn Cob
Scooter
Jam Jar
Cobbler
Nacho
Kickflip
Pinky
Gizmo
Tucker
Radar
Twist
Agave
Rosalie
Baxter
Tulip
Pandora
Whopper
Loop-de-Loop
Kiwi
Petunia
Blossom
Tortellini
Streudel
Skippy
Dexy
Snuffles
Toffee
Roly-Poly
Coconut
Melody
Farfalle
Daisy
Tussle
Curry
Hopscotch
Bellini
Pollywog
Peaches
Peanut
Jumbo
Flash
Tortilla
Snickerdoodle
Butterscotch
Peace
Popcorn
Penny
Taffy
Cupcake
Tequila
Bubbles
Arepa
Bear
Jellybean
Loopy
Gumdrop
Chubby Bunny
Major
Deedee
Spin Doctor
Amigo/a
Bugsy
Magenta
Hooplah
Wally
Small Fry
Hope
Astro Boy/Girl
Pupusa
Gordo/a

Exotic Names for Male or Female Chihuahuas

A white Chihuahua digging a hole on a sandy beach.

A white Chihuahua digging a hole on a sandy beach.

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If you want a name that evokes travel, cherished memories, or dream destinations, this list of exotic Chihuahua names can inspire you—and maybe even spark ideas for future trips with your small companion.

Havana
Riviera
Nassau
Mazatlan
Morocco
Sydney
Mumbai
Mykonos
Merida
Nola
Paris
Cozumel
Monaco
Playa
Milo
Cerulean
Orinoco
Versace
Gucci
Amalfi
Azura
Daiquiri
Coral
Mai Tai
Vega
Cancun
Okinawa
Rio
Lulu
Nopales
Margarita
Sumatra
Lychee
Bahama
Cruz
Miami
Nairobi
Zanzibar
Sabina
Yucatan
Domingo
Athena
Guadalupe
Cebu
London
Marisol
Odessa
Oaxaca
Luau
Tripoli
Maya
Nala
Mariel
Osaka
Melbourne
Martinique
Calypso
Niagara
Caribe
Panama
Malibu
Dahlia
Denali
Bali
Caipirinha
Vallarta
Puka
Guadalajara
Reno
Laguna
Versailles
Milan
Naples
Mango
Tulum
Honolulu
Rambutan
Belize
Cairo
Lyric

Sassy Chihuahua Names

A sassy Chihuahua sticking out their tongue.

A sassy Chihuahua sticking out their tongue.

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If spunkiness were an Olympic event, Chihuahuas would take home gold. They can match Shiba Inus, Dachshunds, and Pomeranians in diva behavior, and even the sweetest Chihuahua will give you attitude if dinner is late. These sassy names let everyone know your Chi is in charge—though they probably already know.