The 75+ Best Witchy Dog Names

Thinking of getting a new pup around Halloween? While this spooky time of year is the perfect time to pick a witchy-inspired name for your new furry family member, these spooky and sweet witchy names are just as fun during the rest of the year. Try one of the inspired names on our list to let your dog get in on the magic.

Spooky Witchy Dog Names

Aura: Maybe your dog uses magical powers to sense someone’s aura to decide if they are friend or foe. Or maybe they’re just more interested in who gives them tasty treats. Either way, you can take inspiration from this idea for your dog’s name.

Eclipse: There’s no denying that there is something magical and mystical about seeing an eclipse, making it a great name for a mysterious dog.

Warlock: This name is great for a boy dog who is magical.

Midnight: This spooky time of the night makes a great spooky, witchy dog name.

Pentagram: Full of witchy symbolism, this would be a super spooky name for your new dog.

Magic: You can take inspiration from something magical with this fun name.

Mystery: Witches are shrouded in mystery, making this a great name.

Bruja: Translating to witch in Spanish, this is a fantastic spooky option that is also classic and sweet.

Spell: Will your dog cast spells for more walks in the park? You’ll have to wait and see!

Mage: This is another name for a magician.

Cauldron: Inspired by the large spooky bowl that witches and wizards use to brew their potions, this is a classic witchy name.

Satan: Some people believe that witches worship or serve the devil. If you feel like you’re waiting on your dog all day long, this might be the right spooky name.

Lucifer: Another name for the devil, this name is good for a spooky dog.

Diablo: Meaning devil in Spanish, this is another option that ties into the spookier side of witchcraft.

Circe: This is the name of the most famous witch in Greek Mythology.

Freya: This is the Norse mythology equivalent and a name associated with spooky things.

Coven: Meaning a group of witches or wizards, this is a spooky name for your dog.

Brew: Witches brew up potions. With this name, we’re just hoping your dog sticks to their water bowl.

Sweet and Fun Witchy Dog Names

Another wonderful option for witchy names is to go with something sweet or fun. Just because it’s witch-inspired doesn’t mean it has to be spooky. Instead, try one of these sweet names for your super-sweet pup.

Fleur: This name means flower, making it a very sweet and feminine name for your dog. It also happens to be the name of a bewitching witch from the Harry Potter series.

Enchantress: Another name for a magical woman, this name is perfect for a dog who gives off benevolent magical vibes.

Luna: This name means moon, which is both sweet and spooky for a female dog.

Davina: Taking its inspiration from divine or divination, this name is a great witchy-inspired option.

Hocus Pocus: It’s just a little hocus pocus, right? You can give this witchy name to one dog or split it up for two siblings.

Smokey: This name makes you think of the magic of a candle.

Mystique: This exotic name is perfect for a dog who wants to be mystical or mysterious.

Eglantine: We put this name in the sweet category because the inspiration behind the name, the witch in Bedknobs and Broomsticks played by Angela Lansbury, is so sweet and lovable.

Broomstick: Do you have an active dog who always wants to be on the go? This name is perfect since broomsticks are how witches traditionally traveled during their magical journies.

Earthy Witchy Dog Names

Witches and the natural world go well together, of course. Try one of these names to get your pup in touch with the earth, whether it is a plant, animal, or natural phenomenon.

Flora and Fauna: Witches often relied on natural elements and the connection to the natural world for their inspiration and power. These names are adorable for a pair of dogs.

Gaia: This is another name for the earth that some people use. It is great to tap into the spirit of the natural world.

Jade: This green gem is thought to protect the generations, making it a great choice for a loyal guard dog.

Salem: This town is known for its sensational witch trials in the late 1600s. It is also the name of the cat in the TV series Sabrina the Teenage Witch.

Spirit: Get in touch with the natural or supernatural spirits with this name for your dog.

Pumpkin: These fall gourds are associated with Halloween, just like witches. It also makes an adorable name for a dog.

Sage: People who believe in the mysterious might burn sage to ward off evil spirits. If your dog is also on the lookout for intruders, this might be the perfect name.

River: Many people believe in the mystical, healing powers of water. River is a great name to channel that power.

Willow: Many witches in Greek mythology used willow to perform magic, leading to a strong association with witchy things.

Opal, Topaz, Emerald, and Agate: There are plenty of gems to inspire earthy witchy names. These four are some of our favorites and are great for an entire litter of pups.

Solstice: This time of year is characterized by a specific path of the earth around the sun and only occurs twice each year. It is great for a witchy name that is tied to the natural world and planets.

Famous Witchy Dog Names

Sabrina: Perfect for a young female pup who is sure to learn how to channel and use her magical powers.

Zelda and Hilda: These two witchy sisters are the aunts in the Sabrina the Teenage Witch series.

Sanderson: This name works for a boy or girl dog since it is actually the surname of one of the most famous witchy trios in Halloween cinema history.

Winifred, Mary, and Sarah: These names are perfect individually or for a group of sisters, just like the movie witches who inspired them.

Hermione: Your dog will surely be at the top of its obedience class if named after this clever witch from the Harry Potter series.

Samantha: Does your dog have an adorable wiggly nose? Then maybe Samantha from Bewitched is just the right inspiration for their name.

Ursula: Named for the sea witch from The Little Mermaid, your dog might be looking to make a bargain (for more treats).

Maleficent: This sorceress from Sleeping Beauty has her own complicated backstory.

Glinda and Elphaba: The Good Witch and the Bad Witch from The Wizard of Oz were once friends, according to the Broadway show Wicked. These names are perfect for two dogs who are opposites but also besties.

Harry and Ron: Another duo, these two names inspired by the two wizard best friends from Harry Potter are great for two male dogs.

Dumbledore: Who wouldn’t want to name their dog after one of the most famous and beloved wizards in literature?

Bellatrix and Narcissa: The Harry Potter series has an almost endless supply of witchy names but these two stand out for the fun way that they sound. Plus, they’re great for a pair of sisters.

Merlin: This name is a classic, inspired by the wizard who was at the center of the legend of King Arthur.

Houdini: Another magical Harry, Houdini was a master of slight of hand. Your dog may take after his namesake and attempt to make some treats disappear.

Casper: Named after a friendly ghost, your dog will be the friendliest spooky sidekick with this name.

Phoebe, Piper, and Prue: These three witchy sisters from the TV series Charmed would be great inspirations for witchy names.

Serafina: Because this powerful witch is a key figure in the Golden Compass series, this is a fantastic witchy dog name.

Oz: Don’t forget about this wizard when it comes time to name your new pup. It’s a great option that is also fun to say.

Subtle Witchy Dog Names

Finally, do you want a name that is a bit less obvious but still inspired by something witchy? Try one of these subtle nods.

West: This fun name gives credit to the Wicked Witch of the West, one of the most witchy movie villains of all time.

Granger: If you have a super smart pup, this name is perfect. Hermione’s last name would make a great name for a dog.

White: The White Witch in C.S. Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe inspired this name.

Weird: The witches in Shakespeare’s Macbeth are just named the Weird Sisters, making this an odd name that somehow just works.

Abra: If you want something super fun, all you have to do is add “cadabra” to complete the spell.

Raven: These black birds are linked to witches and spooky sites. It is a great name for an all-black dog.

Scarlet: Is your dog named for the brilliantly rich color or the superhero Scarlet Witch? This subtle name lets you give a nod to the witchy inspiration without going over the top.

Price: Only true fans will recognize this subtle reference to Ms. Eglantine Price, the sweet witch in Disney’s classic Bedknobs and Broomsticks.

Roald: Not everyone may know that famous author Roald Dahl wrote a book titled The Witches, but those who do will love this subtle reference.

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