When you’ve found the perfect Havanese dog to bring home as the latest addition to your family, the next important step is picking out the ideal name – one that suits your dog’s looks, personality, and your family dynamic. Pinpointing the right name can be an arduous task – it usually feels like there are either not enough names that fit what you’re looking for, or there are so many names it is overwhelming and impossible to decide.
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Havanese are excellent family dogs, and you can base their names on their looks, traits, or what’s trending. While these dogs are all about the same small size, they come in various colors and personalities. You may be bringing home a white puppy or be looking for the best name for your beige or black Havanese dog.
Whatever strategy, you’re sure to find a name that’s a great fit in this collection of more than 250 compiled dog names. We’ve scoured the webs and plugged into all the latest naming trends to make your dog-naming process straightforward. And while choosing a name is essential, make sure you’re also prepared with a dog crate, enough food, a harness and leash, and a fresh set of toys for your new pup.
Popular Havanese Names
Havanese are small and sturdy dogs that originated in Cuba back in the 1500s. They are intelligent, quick-witted dogs that can be trained in obedience and agility. Just as you can train them, this breed may also make up their own games and teach their owner to play along with them.
At just 7-13 pounds and around 10 inches high, they are easy to take out and about and can be great travel companions. Based on this general information about the breed’s looks and personality, several names have bubbled to the surface as some of the most popular Havanese names.
Here are our favorites for both males and females.
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Baxter | Angel |
| Benji | Annie |
| Buddy | Bailey |
| Buster | Chloe |
| Charlie | Bella |
| Chewy | Coco |
| Chico | Daisy |
| Cooper | Duchess |
| Harley | Foxy |
| Jack | Gracie |
| Leo | Lady |
| Milo | Lola |
| Murphy | Molly |
| Oliver | Penny |
| Ollie | Princess |
| Oscar | Roxy |
| Rico | Sadie |
| Shadow | Sophie |
| Teddy | Sweetie |
| Toby | Winnie |
White Dog Names
If you want to get a little more specific about your dog’s name, you could use the color of their fur as inspiration to find a name that feels well-suited for their looks. While they may have black or brown undertones, white Havanese are fluffy, angelic-looking dogs that deserve a memorable name.
Below, we’re sharing names for both male and females, based on their snow-white coats. Hopefully, you’ll find one you love, or it will inspire you to come up with the name you’ve been looking for all along.
Join all the pet owners who name their Havanese after their glowing white coats with one of these pet names:
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Alaska | Angel |
| Aspen | Bianca |
| Blizzard | Bianca |
| Bones | Cookie |
| Casper | Daisy |
| Cotton | Elsa |
| Domino | Flower |
| Eskimo | Fluffy |
| Everest | Frosty |
| Flash | Grace |
| Glacier | Lily |
| Ice Cube | Luma |
| Jack Frost | Pearl |
| Nimbus | Sky |
| Noodle | Snowball |
| Q-Tip | Snowflake |
| Sailor | Snowy |
| Snoopy | Star |
| Tofu | Storm |
| Winter | Sugar |
| Wolf | Whisper |
| Yeti | Winter |
Beige Dog Names
Another popular coat color for these small but spirited dogs is beige, also known as fawn. This color can range from a light cream to a deep tan, champagne, apricot, or gold-tone. It may appear redder, yellower, or whiter at times or in the sunlight. They also may change colors a bit as the puppy gets older.
If your precious beige pup is ready to take home, you need a fitting name for them. Get inspired by their beautiful creamy color to find a name that will make perfect sense to strangers. And reinforce the love you have for their gorgeous coat.
Below, we’re sharing our favorite male and female names for beige Havanese dogs and puppies.
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Bagel | Wamaretto |
| Barley | Amber |
| Biscuit | Blondie |
| Butterball | Brie |
| Butters | Butter |
| Cashew | Buttercup |
| Cheese | Carmela |
| Chestnut | Cream Puff |
| Dusty | Fawn |
| Flax | Goldie |
| Marsh | Honey |
| Nacho | Latte |
| Nugget | Lemon |
| Oakley | Poppy |
| Peanut | Sahara |
| Scotch | Sandy |
| Skippy | Summer |
| Tuna | Sunny |
| Waffle | Sunshine |
| Whiskey | Twinkie |
Red Dog Names
The red color can be hard to categorize, as it can also look like a beige, black, or brown Havanese. Reds can look like beige ones with a redder tint, or they can appear more strawberry blonde. They could also have a darker coat that resembles the tone of rust, much closer to a brown than it is to a blonde.
Regardless of where your red dog falls on the color spectrum, naming them after their red coat tone is a great way to distinguish them from the pack and give them a name no one will forget. Get started with these lists of male and female names for red Havanese dogs.
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Auburn | Alani |
| Bordeaux | Amber |
| Brick | Ariel |
| Buxley | Autumn |
| Chester | Berry |
| Clifford | Bloom |
| Comet | Blush |
| Coper | Brandy |
| Cooper | Cherry |
| Firecracker | Cinnamon |
| Flame | Cranberry |
| Flynn | Foxy |
| Harry | Ginger |
| Harvest | Hazel |
| Ketchup | Henna |
| Maroon | Hibiscus |
| Phoenix | Magenta |
| Pinot | Merlot |
| Redford | Peaches |
| Rufus | Robin |
| Russet | Ruby |
| Rusty | Sangria |
| Twizzler | Scarlet |
| Valentine | Sienna |
Black Dog Names
Another popular color for Havanese is all black. Black Havanese dogs exist in different variations, including dark silver, silver, dark chocolate silver, blue, diluted gray, brindle, dark sable, or tobacco-colored coats.
If you’re stuck on what to name your dog and like the idea of leaning into the color of their black coat, consider any of these male and female names for black puppies.
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Arrow | Arya |
| Ash | Athena |
| Blackjack | Bessy |
| Charcoal | Brownie |
| Crow | Dakota |
| Dusk | Dhalia |
| Dusty | Dorthy |
| Graphite | Electra |
| Ink | Espresso |
| Jaguar | Evie |
| Jet | Godiva |
| Killer | Gypsy |
| Knight | Indigo |
| Magic | Leather |
| Midnight | Noir |
| Minny | Ophelia |
| Moon | Orion |
| Nebula | Pepper |
| Oreo | Raven |
| Rebel | Sable |
| Rex | Scout |
| Shadow | Shady |
| Slate | Sky |
| Smokey | Stormy |
| Soldier | Trixie |
| Spade | Twilight |
| Voodoo | Wednesday |
Gray Dog Names
As with the other colors, gray Havanese dogs may also have a blend of brown, white, or black fur along with their smoky or slate gray. If you want a name to match their gray fur, consider using any of these names perfect for the gray male or female Havanese in your life.
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Asher | Evie |
| Atlas | Greta |
| Bandit | Halo |
| Chase | Luna |
| Cosmo | Misty |
| Falcon | Olive |
| Floyd | Phoebe |
| Grayson | Sage |
| Rain | Sapphire |
| Scout | Shiny |
| Silver | Stella |
| Slate | Storm |
| Smokey | Tinsel |
| Sterling | Velvet |
| Thunder | Violet |
| Wolf | Whisper |
| Yukon | Willow |
| Zone | Zelda |
Size-Based Dog Names
If you’re not into naming a dog based on the color of their fur, we get that, too. You’re not limited to names based on color or popularity — you can choose a canine name based on anything you’d like. For Havanese, that means a name well-suited for a small dog with sass, energy, and sweetness.
If you want the perfect small dog name for your new family addition, consider some of these:
| Male | Female |
|---|---|
| Ace | Baby |
| Boss | Chica |
| Bruiser | Coco |
| Bug | Cupcake |
| Button | Cutie |
| Eddie | Jellybean |
| Fry | Mimi |
| Gizmo | Nugget |
| Half Pint | Peaches |
| Hercules | Pebbles |
| Killer | Pee-Wee |
| Spunky | Sissy |
| Tiny | Sweetie |
Havanese Dog Name Trends
There are a few ways you can lean into the dog-naming trends to find the perfect name for your pooch. Use any of these descriptors to find trendy names that will suit your dog. If you want to go with a trendy small-dog name, how about something like Cupcake, Princess, or Tiny? If you want to find a trendy name suitable for your friendly and loving dog, consider names like Bella, Daisy, Teddy, Wilson, or Winny.
Havanese dogs are known for their soft, fluffy coats. A current trend is naming your Havanese dog after these highly pettable and snuggle-able coats. If that’s your thing, you might be interested in names like Cloud, Marshmallow, or Fluffy.
Some general dog name trends that might inspire you to come up with the ultimate name on your own include naming them after popular TV shows and movies (Michael Scott, Jon Snow), foods (Honey, Butters), nature (Hunter, Autumn), celebrities (Leo, Scarlett), or alcohol (Whiskey, Brandy).
Dog Naming Tips
Naming your dog can be a challenging process and decision. Some families try to rush into a name so they can stop referring to the new pet as “dog” or “puppy,” but this usually results in picking a name that doesn’t quite fit. Other families will take their time, often caring for an unnamed dog for several days or even weeks. While this can be inconvenient during the naming process, it gives you enough space and time to get to know the Havanese puppy or dog so you can find an authentic and suitable name.
Here are our top five tips to ensure you pick the right name:
Tip 1: Choose Simple Sounds
The best dog names are composed of simple sounds distinct to your dog’s ears. Start their name with a consonant like D, K, or T to make it easy for your dog to hear. If you pick a softer letter, like F or S, it may be harder for them to recognize.
Tip 2: Short and Sweet
While long names can look and sound beautiful, they’re not convenient when it comes to calling your dog. You need to make your commands short and sweet, and part of that means a short dog name. Aim for one to two syllables. Or, choose a longer name with several shorter nicknames that you can rely on.
Tip 3: Steer Clear of Commands
Think about your most-used commands and steer clear of anything that sounds similar or may rhyme with something like “sit,” “stay,” or “wait.”
Tip 4: Public Appropriateness
While a funny name might go over well at home and provide the laughs, the time you’ll use your dog’s name the most is out in public when giving commands. Make sure it’s safe for public ears.
Tip 5: Breed and Heritage
Consider your dog’s heritage and see if that inspires anything for a name. Havanese, for example, have a Cuban origin, so perhaps a Spanish name like Havana, Cafecito, Chico, or Blanca would work well.
Final Thoughts
Bringing a new Havanese dog home to join your family is an exciting time. You’re preparing the house with a new dog bed and some toys you think they might like, looking forward to all of the adventures and snuggle time you’ll get. And trying to come up with the perfect dog name that reflects how the dog looks and acts while still fitting well into your family.
If you’re stuck on the step of choosing a name, we hope that our helpful hints and ideas can give you the answer you’ve been looking for. At least, we hope this inspires you to find the best suited name for your furry friend. Once you’ve got the name nailed down, it’s time to relax and enjoy spending time snuggled up with your new best friend.
