140+ Male & Female Bulldog Names (French, English, American & More)

Bulldogs are adorable and iconic pets, and choosing the right name is an important part of forging a bond between you and your canine companion. In this article, we’ve gathered a list of funny and cute names for males and females, plus perfect options for French, English, and American breeds. Keep scrolling to find the perfect name to yell at the dog park!

What are some good Bulldog names?

Dog behavior consultant Jessica Char says that a good bulldog name is something that you’re happy to call out in public and rolls off your tongue. Some good names to consider include:

Wally
Penny
Gaston
Angus
Tater Tot

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Male Bulldog Names

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Pick a dapper and adorable name for your little furry guy. A good male bulldog name is strong but kind, tough but charming—just like your pup! Here are a few classic boy names for bulldogs to inspire you:
- Brutus
- Charlie
- Cooper
- Diesel
- Duke
- Gus
- Hank
- Max
- Oliver
- Otis
- Porter
- Rex
- Rocky
- Spike
- Thor
- Vader
- Wally
- Winston
- Zeke
- Zeus

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Female Bulldog Names

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Choose a name that’s soft and cute like your precious pup. A good girl name for a bulldog conjures up courage, kindness, and especially cuteness. These plucky name ideas are perfect for your favorite furry gal pal:
- Bella
- Daisy
- Junie
- Lexi
- Lola
- Luna
- Maggie
- Molly
- Nala
- Penny
- Rebel
- Rosie
- Roxy
- Ruby
- Sadie
- Scout
- Stella
- Winnie
- Zoey
- Zuzu

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French Bulldog Names

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Opt for a catchy French name to make your bulldog feel magnifique. French bulldogs are small, cozy, and beloved for their big ears and cuddly bodies. These French names are cute and unforgettable, just like them!
- Amélie
- Bébé
- Bonbon
- Chanel
- Coco
- Éclair
- Emil
- Estelle
- Fifi
- Fleur
- Gaston
- Gigi
- Hugo
- Jacques
- Lola
- Millie
- Noelle
- Phoebe
- Sophie
- Stella
- Zara

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English Bulldog Names

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Pick a name inspired by proper British figures and characters for your English bulldog. A great name for an English bulldog exudes class, sophistication, and old-timey sensibilities. These British-inspired name ideas check every box (and will make you feel so fancy when you call for your dog in public!):
- Alfred
- Angus
- Bentley
- Betsy
- Chester
- Churchill
- Harriet
- Jasper
- Lucky
- Maya
- Nina
- Paddington
- Rhett
- Rita
- Rowan
- Sherlock
- Sirius
- Teddy
- Tess
- Thora
- Trudy
- Windsor

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American Bulldog Names

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Choose a tenacious and dynamic name for your American bulldog. These bulldogs are a bit bigger and more athletic than other bulldog breeds, and they need a powerful name to match. These names are inspired by cities and states throughout the US, plus a few names that radiate grit and determination:
- Brooklyn
- Bronx
- Dallas
- Denver
- Georgia
- Houston
- Indiana
- Jackson
- Jersey
- Montana
- Rosa
- Rousey
- Rudy
- Samson
- Tilly
- Titus
- Wilder
- Willow
- Ziggy

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Bulldog Names from Pop Culture

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Name your pup after an iconic bulldog from fiction or pop culture. There are plenty of famous bulldogs in movies and cartoons, plus real-life stars including university mascots, doggie actors, and even a record-breaking skateboarding pooch! Here are the most well-known bulldogs from Hollywood and beyond:
- Bandit (Jonny Quest)
- Binky (Arthur)
- Bullseye (Oliver Twist)
- Butch (Disney)
- Chance (Homeward Bound)
- Charles (Space Jam)
- Chesty (Unofficial mascot of the US Marine Corps)
- Gunner (Cheaper by the Dozen)
- Handsome Dan (Yale University’s sports mascot)
- Hector (Looney Tunes)
- Luis (Rio)
- Marc Antony (Looney Tunes)
- Meatball (Bulldog actor)
- Ripper (Harry Potter)
- Rubble (Paw Patrol)
- Spike (Tom and Jerry)
- Sunny (Due Date)
- T-Bone (Clifford the Big Red Dog)
- Tillman (Skateboarding bulldog from the Guinness Book of World Records)
- Tyke (Tom and Jerry)
- Uga (Mascot for the University of Georgia)

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Cute & Funny Bulldog Names

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Pick a name that reflects your bulldog’s silly and adorable personality. This list includes funny-sounding nicknames, puns based on celebrity names, and names that are just plain old cute! Here are a few ideas for inspiration:
- Charles Bark-ley
- Chubs
- Chuckles
- Dribbler
- Drooly Andrews
- Gizmo
- Hambone
- Munchkin
- Porkchop
- Pudding
- Pudge
- Pumbaa
- Rip Van Wrinkle
- Roly-Poly
- Scoot
- Slobbers
- Squash
- Stumpy
- Tater Tot
- Wrinkles

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Choosing a Name for Your Bulldog

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Pick a name that matches your pup’s energy and that you enjoy using in public. When it comes to choosing a bulldog name, Char says to pick “something that rolls off your tongue pretty easily that you're happy to call out in public.” She adds that you want something that’s “kind of easy and fun to say so that you can integrate it into asking for their attention” as you train your dog.^{[1]
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- Choose something that matches your bulldog’s vibe. Are they cuddly and sleepy, or energetic and boisterous?
- Avoid names that sound like command words, like “sit” or “heel.”^{[2]
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- Keep it short and sweet. One or two syllables are easier for dogs to understand.
- Remember that hard consonants (like C, K, T) and strong vowel endings (like “ee” or “ay”) are easier for dogs to hear.