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Best Labradoodle Names [131+ Male and Female Labradoodle Name Ideas]

Labradoodle puppies are a joy, especially when you bring one into your home for the very first time. However, when getting a new Labradoodle puppy, one of the most important decisions you will have to make is what to name it. 

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Choosing the best Labradoodle names – male and female.

Don’t worry if you are feeling somewhat stressed out about picking the best labradoodle name for your new best friend. Below is a list of the very best creative and adorable labradoodle names based on color, personality, gender, and more.

To learn more about how to choose the best Labradoodle names and what they are, continue reading the guide below.

How to Choose a Great Name for Your Labradoodle?

If you are fully prepared to bring your Labradoodle home, or have already brought it home and are starting to search for names, there are a couple of considerations to take into account. Think about syllable counts, personal preferences, pronunciation, and more.

Pick a Two-Syllable Name

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Australian Labradoodles are a different breed the Labradoodles (although similar!)

Choosing a two-syllable name for your Labradoodle is important because dogs respond best to two-syllable words. A name like “Honey,” for example, is a more successful dog name than “Elizabeth” due to its two-syllable sounds. 

The reason that dogs, especially Labradoodles, respond better to names with two or sometimes even three syllables is because it’s more difficult for them to confuse the names with one-syllable commanding words such as sit, come, no, lay, or stay.

If you plan on training your Labradoodle puppy, which is highly recommended for all dog owners to do, limiting your options to a two-syllable or even three-syllable name is a good idea. 

A dog that is not trained, while unlikely to get a one-syllable name mixed up with a similar sounding one-syllable command, will become rowdy and difficult to control. This makes dogs, especially Labradoodles, get into trouble and even become antisocial in some cases.

Choose a Name You Can Easily Pronounce

An easily pronounceable dog name is the best option for Labradoodle so that you can properly pronounce it every time. Furthermore, those around you can easily understand the name of your dog. 

If you do not fluently speak a second language, it is best to avoid foreign language names, including those with accents, unique inflections, or double meanings in English. This will help your friends, family, children, and even veterinarian to pronounce and communicate your dog’s name properly without compromising on inaccurate name recitations.

Pick a Name You Can Easily Yell

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A Labradoodle being groomed to get the “teddy bear” face cut

Choosing a name you can easily yell is an important part of picking a good Labradoodle name. We tend to yell commands to our dogs when we are out in public in a large and spacious place such as a grassy park, beach, dog park, or even in a big backyard or on a sprawling farm property.

If you find your dog’s name long and complex or nuanced, making it difficult to yell, the likelihood of your dog actually hearing you and therefore obeying your command becomes highly unlikely.

If you and your family are an English-speaking family with English as your first language, it is recommended to speak English to your Labradoodle. Labradoodles are a highly sensitive, astute breed and can pick up changes in your voice, tone, volume, and even how you pronounce command and name accents. 

Naming a Labradoodle who understands American English commands and vocabulary with a French, Russian, Japanese, or other names might end up being confusing for the dog, causing them to misunderstand your calls and requests.

Choose a Name That is Very Emotionally Meaningful to You

When deciding on your Labradoodle’s name, picking a name that is meaningful to you and your family is one of the most important considerations to make. While some names are simply cute or charming, meaningful names will offer your dog a sense of love and respect with a name that has true emotional value and that they can grow into as you get to know their unique habits and special personality.

While picking a meaningful name is important, choose your Labradoodle’s name carefully. Avoid names of family members who have passed away, humans that you know, or names of past pets. This might give you an unfair expectation of your new Labradoodle living up to your old pet, rather than accepting them for who they are.

The Best Names for Labradoodles Based on Their Gender

Naming your Labradoodle based on gender is a popular way to name your pet. While some do not believe in naming animals based on gender or on gendering their animals at all, ‘girl names’ and ‘boy names’ can make super cute names for puppies that your whole family will enjoy.

Some of the best and most popular names for female Labradoodles include:

  • Luna
  • Maggie
  • Margie
  • Dandy
  • Bella
  • Coco
  • Daisy
  • Penny
  • Zoe
  • Betty
  • Rosie
  • Lucy
  • Masie
  • Molly
  • DeeDee
  • Becky
  • Stacy
  • Tracy
  • Carly
  • Cleo
  • Barbie
  • Rosie
  • Chloe
  • Jenny
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A female Labradoodle wearing a pink cowgirl costume. (Image: Instagram/@blondie_the_doodle)

Some of the best and most popular Labradoodle names for male Labradoodles are:

  • Bailey
  • Milo
  • Max
  • Mitty
  • Charlie
  • Cooper
  • Johnny
  • Teddy
  • Colby
  • Cody
  • Carlos
  • Tucker
  • Ollie
  • Leo
  • Oliver
  • Jensen
  • Aaron
  • Bucky
  • JoJo
  • BoBo
  • Deanie
  • Jakey
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What should you name your Labradoodle puppy? Our best Labradoodle name ideas.

Some of the best and most popular gender-neutral names for male Labradoodles include:

  • Billie
  • Charlie 
  • Chucky
  • Kadee
  • Kardi
  • Bobo
  • Samson
  • Pinky
  • Tyler
  • Jamie
  • Baby
  • Jay-Jay
  • Lucky
  • Spotty
  • Dotty
  • Fatty
  • Chewy

The Best Names for Labradoodles Based on Color

Naming your Labradoodle based on color is an easy and cute way to name your new best friend. Not only will this type of puppy name always suit your Labradoodle, but it also makes their name easy to remember and understand for friends, family, the veterinarian, and anyone else that you might meet.

The best names for brown, taupe, and red-colored Labradoodles include:

  • Hazel
  • Ginger
  • Reddie
  • Nutmeg
  • Annie
  • Cinnamon
  • Choco
  • Hershey
  • Cocoa
  • Gigi
  • Butters
  • Caramel
  • Rusty
  • Penny
  • Nickel
  • Brownie
  • Cinnamon

The best and most popular names for dark brown and black Labradoodles include:

  • Blackie
  • Ghosty
  • Midnight
  • Darkness
  • Magic
  • Brownie
  • Galaxy
  • Moonie
  • Moonshine
  • Starlight
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Wavy coat Labradoodles don’t shed much. This rich black coat is a fairly common Labradoodle shade.

The best and most popular names for light-colored Labradoodles include:

  • Milky
  • Whitey
  • Marshmallow
  • Sunshine
  • Daisy
  • Sunny
  • Sonny
  • Cloudy
  • Pancake
  • Lilly
  • Lolo
  • Grace
  • Angel

The best and most popular names for the uncommonly spotted Labradoodle puppy include:

  • Dotty
  • Spots
  • Pokey
  • Dipstick
  • Spotty
  • Polka Dot
  • Pongo
  • Patch
  • Patchy
  • Patches
  • Roger
  • Lucky
  • Dicey
  • Freckles
  • Speckles
  • Dots
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The Labradoodle needs a quick nap inside the car. (Image: Instagram/@bugsydoodle)

The Best Names for Labradoodles Based on their Personalities

When naming your Labradoodle based on personality, consider waiting to give them their official name and fill out any official veterinary or registration forms until you get to know them a little bit. Usually, about a week of time is enough to start to get a feel for your new Labradoodle’s quicks, traits, and likes.

If you decide to name your Labradoodle based on their personality, be aware of the fact that they might change as they grow up and mature. They also might mellow out or become calmer and less jumpy, meaning that in the future, they may eventually not necessarily match the personality-based name that you give them.

Some of the best name options for a Labradoodle with an exuberant, vibrant, excited, and jumpy personality include the following:

  • Happy
  • Peppy
  • Chippy
  • Silly
  • Jumpy
  • Bouncy
  • Ziggy
  • Bam Bam
  • Boom Boom
  • Rowdy
  • Sport
  • Loki
  • Spirit
  • Zip
  • Zipper
  • Frisky
  • Stormy
  • Chipper
  • Bullet
  • Scooter
  • Jolly
  • Nova
  • Fairy
  • Fae
  • Chaos
  • Flash
  • Hooligan

Some of the best name options for a Labradoodle with a smart, intelligent, and curious personality include the following:

  • Darwin
  • Edison
  • Einstein
  • George
  • Harrison
  • Frizzle
  • Monk
  • Scooby
  • Foxy
  • Albert
  • Hawking
  • Tesla
  • Daphne
  • Scully
  • Lois
  • Nancy
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Labradoodle Max looks at a toilet paper wall obstacle

Some of the best name options for a Labradoodle with a calm, loving, cuddly, and affectionate  personality include the following:

  • Sleepy
  • Dove
  • Milo
  • Cuddly
  • Lovey
  • Baby
  • Lovely
  • Dawn
  • Feather
  • Peaceful
  • Angel
  • Groot
  • Athena
  • Goddess
  • Venus
  • Aphrodite
  • Bliss

Looking for some specific name inspiration?

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Labradoodles LOVE the outdoors but don’t always want to be outside.

How to Prepare for Owning a Labradoodle?

Owning a dog of any kind is a huge responsibility for both families and individuals alike. Before naming your new labradoodle friend, it is important to prepare for their arrival in your home. When getting ready to own a labradoodle rescue dog or puppy, first consider the following:

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The Labradoodle puppy enjoyed the outdoors with the owner. (Image: Instagram/@sam.the.labradoodle)

The Best Name for Your New Best Friend

With so many fun, exciting, and adorable names to choose from, the possibilities might seem endless or even overwhelming when it comes to naming your Labradoodle. 

Keep in mind that while the process of picking a name might be a tough decision, it is a happy and joyful one since it means you will be bringing home a brand new Labradoodle puppy friend to become a welcome part of your family. The best name will come to you, and your dog will love you unconditionally.