105 Patriotic Dog Names (& Adorable 4th of July Dogs!)

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With the 4th of July just around the corner, we’re celebrating early with a list of the best patriotic dog names (or paw-triotic, if you will!)

If you’re soon to become a new puppy parent, a sweet way to show your American pride is by naming your puppy after the star-spangled banner, or even a former U.S President.

So if you’re looking for inspiration, we’ve got you covered in everything red, white and blue – from patriotic female dog names, to the best presidential names for dogs.

But that’s not all. This patriotic dog names list just wouldn’t be complete without a few special appearances – by the most adorable 4th of July dogs on Instagram!

Freedom’s calling…check out this list of 105 best patriotic dog names for your all-American pooch.

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Patriotic female dog names

Whether inspired by U.S states, famous American heroines, president’s wives or just a feeling of pride for the country, this list of patriotic dog names for female pups has got everything!

 

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Patriotic male dog names

Do you want your male dog to be named after a patriotic word, military name, or quintessential American symbol? These patriotic dog names are the perfect way to show your love for the U.S of A.

 

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Presidential names for dogs

Surely there’s no more patriotic dog name than one named after an actual president?

See what you think of these presidential dog names for your pup – they’ll no doubt be the alpha male of the house with highly respectable titles like these!

 

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Trending patriotic dog name ideas for 2025

Looking for a patriotic dog name with a pop culture twist? These names are inspired by current political figures, rising media personalities, and fictional characters making waves in 2025. 

Inspired by Political Figures

• Vance – Vice President J.D. Vance, a rising Republican leader
  
• Bernie – Senator for Vermont Bernie Sanders
  
• Arnold – Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (according to YouGov)
  
• Gavin – Governor Gavin Newsom of California
  

From Media & Commentary

• Shapiro – Ben Shapiro, conservative commentator
  
• Maddow – Rachel Maddow, progressive journalist
  
• Tapper – Jake Tapper of CNN
  
• Cooper – Anderson Cooper, broadcast journalist
  
• Megyn – Megyn Kelly, political commentator and podcast host
  
• Cohen – Brian Tyler Cohen, liberal political influencer
  
• Rogan – Joe Rogan, podcasting powerhouse with political reach
  

Fictional & Streaming Show-Inspired

• Paradise – From Paradise, 2025’s breakout political thriller
  
• Zero – From Zero Day, a De Niro-led conspiracy drama
  
• West – A nod to The West Wing, the forever iconic political drama

 

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Quick tips: How to pick a name for your dog

Whether it’s military dog names, dog names that mean freedom, or even nicknames for the American flag that caught your eye…if you’d love to give your pup a patriotic dog name but just can’t decide, how do you really know which is the right choice?

To help you out, here are some quick and easy tips when it comes to choosing a name for your dog:

• Make sure it’s not a tongue twister! Sure, some names may seem cute or clever – but if they’re tricky to pronounce, then this will take the fun out of saying their name everyday.
• Say the name out loud. Is it the kind of name you’d be comfortable saying in public, or calling out to your dog? If not, then there’s probably a better choice with your dog’s name on it (see what we did there!)
• Does the name seem to fit your pup? Have a good think about your dog’s personality, and their cute or distinctive physical traits. If it feels like a good match, you may just be on to a winner.

At the end of the day, just trust your instinct and do what feels right for you! After all, no one knows your best friend better than you do.

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