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Irish Names for Dogs

Irish names have long been common for dogs thanks to their accessibility, familiarity, and friendly spirit. The popular Irish nickname Molly has been among the top female dog names for decades.

Along with Molly, other Irish dog names in the dog Top 100 include Finn, Murphy, Riley, and Brody. Amusing Irish names that may be more appropriate for a dog than a baby include Tipper, Scully, Pegeen, and Kermit.

Irish names for dogs might be a nod to your dog's breed, as in Irish Setter or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Or maybe you've got a red-haired dog that looks Irish and so needs an Irish name. Or it might be you who's Irish or who simply loves names from the Emerald Isle. These Irish names are perfect for dogs.

Irish Dog Names

Bridie According to its Irish origin, the meaning o...
Origin:Irish, strength or exalted one
3588
Cagney

Meaning: tribute

Origin:Irish
3556
Scully

Meaning: herald or town crier

Origin:Irish
4279
Egan

Meaning: little fire

Origin:Variation of Aidan, Irish
1403
Foley

Meaning: plunderer

Origin:Irish
2778
Banning

Meaning: small, fair one

Origin:Irish
8128
Feeny

Meaning: little raven

Origin:Irish
4323
Quigley

Meaning: from the mother's side

Origin:Irish
3598
Costello

Meaning: from England

Origin:Irish surname
3798
Gilby

Meaning: blond boy

Origin:Irish
6710
Carlow

Meaning: four-part lake

Origin:Irish place-name
4233
Morrisey

Meaning: sea taboo

Origin:Irish
4343
Obrien

Meaning: descendant of Brian

Origin:Irish surname
14900
Arlen

Meaning: hare land

Origin:English surname
1099
Cork

Meaning: swamp, marsh

Origin:Irish
10488
Molly

Meaning: bitter

Origin:Diminutive of Mary, Hebrew
99
Kevin

Meaning: handsome

Origin:Irish
563