78 Amazing Russian Dog Names and Their Meanings

Russia is Europe’s most populated country, spanning across the eastern region of the continent. It is home to hundreds of cities rich in culture and history. Below, discover 78 Russian dog names based on the language, locations, and more!

Note that the lists below will use the Romanized spelling of these Russian words to help showcase them as dog names in English. If you choose one of these Russian dog names for your pet, you may decide to use the Cyrillic alphabet to spell your dog’s name instead. Different words may also have different meanings depending on the pronunciation and which syllable is stressed. Before choosing any Russian dog names, ensure you take the time to learn how to properly pronounce the word to help reduce the chance of any miscommunication.

Now, ready to learn more about 78 Russian dog names? Continue reading below!

Cute Russian Dog Names

Undoubtedly, whether a puppy or a senior, dogs are cute, as a result, you may be looking for Russian dog names that show off just how cute your dog is. Below, explore a few cute names and learn their meanings.

• Tzvetok meaning “flower”
• Yozhik meaning “little hedgehog”
• Malen’kiy meaning “small”
• Krasiviy meaning “beautiful” (masculine)
• Krasiviya meaning “beautiful” (feminine)
• Khoroshyy meaning “good”

Nature- and Weather-Based Russian Dog Names

Nature names are some of the most popular for dogs. Discover some names that represent different parts of nature, including the weather.

• Utyos meaning “cliff”
• Trava meaning “grass”
• Ozero meaning “lake”
• Okean meaning “ocean”
• Reka meaning “river”
• Vodopadi meaning “waterfalls”
• Pomidor meaning “tomato”
• Nebo meaning “sky”
• Raduga meaning “rainbow”
• Snegovik meaning “snowman”
• Svet meaning “light”
• Moroz meaning “frost”
• Kholod meaning “cold”
• Veter meaning “wind”
• Solntse meaning “sun”

Dog Names Based on Locations in Russia

There are hundreds of towns and cities in Russia, each varying in appearance and popularity. Below are some locations that could also serve as perfect Russian dog names. For some locations, like Saint Petersburg, you may want to go with a nickname instead, such as Saint or Peter.

• Moscow
• Saint Petersburg
• Samara
• Kazan
• Tomsk
• Penza
• Magadan 
• Omsk
• Tula
• Ivanovo
• Kirov
• Ufa
• Sochi
• Derbent
• Shuya 
• Kineshma
• Vladivostok 
• Irkutsk 
• Belgorod 
• Bratsk
• Stavropol.

Food-Based Russian Dog Names

There are many dishes popular in Russia. Some of the most popular dishes in the country today originated there, while other household favorites originated elsewhere in the world. Below, explore some of the most popular meals in Russian cuisine for dog name inspiration. Plus, learn Russian words describing common foods around the world that may make the perfect dog name!

• Blini (or bliny), a thin, round pancake-like dish
• Okroshka, a popular cold soup
• Pirozhki, puff pastry filled with potatoes or other ingredients
• Shashlik, a dish of grilled meat and/or vegetables served on skewers
• Borscht, beetroot soup originating from Ukraine
• Kasha, porridge
• Syrniki, similar to pancakes
• Solyanka, a briney soup
• Kholodets, jellied meat
• Chay, meaning “tea”
• Kofe, meaning “coffee”
• Voda, meaning “water”
• Kuritsa, meaning “chicken”
• Govyadina, meaning “beef”
• Svinina, meaning “pork”
• Ryba, meaning “fish”
• Yagnyatina, meaning “lamb”
• Salat, meaning “salad”

Most Popular Names in Russia

If you’re looking for something a bit more human for your pup, you may prefer to turn to popular names. These are names that have ranked highly in recent years in Russia. Discover some of these names below, plus learn what they mean and where they originate from!

• Sofia, a name of Greek origin meaning “wisdom”
• Victoria, a Latin-originating name meaning “victory”
• Arina, the Russian variation of Irina, a Greek name meaning “peace”
• Yelizaveta, the Russian variation of Elizabeth, is a Hebrew name meaning “My God is an oath”
• Nadezhda, a Slavic name meaning “hope”
• Lyubov, a Slavic name meaning “love”
• Daria, a name of Persian/Greek origin meaning “queenly”
• Anna, a name of various origins meaning “grace”
• Anastasia, a Greek-originating name meaning “resurrection”
• Agrafena, the Russian version of the Greek name Agrippina, which means “feet first”
• Alyona, the Russian version of the Greek name Helen, meaning “bright and shining”
• Anoushka, a Russian variation of Anna
• Aleksandr, also spelled as Alexander, a name of Greek origin meaning “defender”
• Denis, a name of Greek origin coming from Dionysius
• Sergey, a name of Latin origin meaning “servant”
• Gennady, a Greek name meaning “generous” or “noble”
• Boris, a Slavic name meaning “battle”
• Nikolai, a Greek-originating name meaning “victory of the people”.

What to Know Before Choosing a Dog Name

Choosing the perfect name for your pup is an exciting time. However, you’ll want to make sure you approach this special event carefully. This is because your dog’s name will be the primary way you communicate with them, from praise to recall. As a result, you’ll want to make sure you choose a significant name as well as an easy-to-understand name.

The best way to choose the right name is to choose a unique-sounding name. This means choosing a name that doesn’t sound like a command or another household member. Doing this will help your dog better understand what you are saying to them without the confusion of mixing up a name like “Kit” with the command “Sit.”

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