A Tale of Two Cities Dog Names

Introduction

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness…” One of the most significant opening lines in literature comes from the famous novel by Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities. The story set in Paris and London tells the tale of Doctor Manette, his daughter Lucie, her marriage, and the events leading to the French Revolution in 1789. The novel explores the dichotomy of light and darkness, it tackles social justice and poverty, and is considered to be one of the most important literary works in the world!

A Tale of Two Cities Dog Names In Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog With A Tale of Two Cities Name

Nigel

Nigel, an old-school name stereotypically reserved for wealthy, monocle-wearing, mustache-faced, grey-haired men is also the name of Nigel Hawthorne, one of the actors who played a role in a movie adaptation of Dickens’ novel A Tale of Two Cities. Back in 1980, he played the role of Mr. C. J. Stryver, a barrister, and Sydney Carton’s partner, striving to marry Lucie Manette for her high status. Sir Nigel Hawthorne is an English actor who won numerous BAFTA awards, a Tony award, and even an Olivier award! His rich career made him one of England’s most notable actors who always made a theatre play or a movie more interesting when he was in it.

Nigel is also the name of a famous doggo, Nigel the Golden Retriever. The adorable dog born in 2008 was owned by a British TV personality Monty Don who became renowned for his gardening skills. Nigel appeared in Monty’s BBC Two show Gardener’s World, where he can be seen following his owner around and playing in the background with a tennis ball. He also has a Twitter account, where he comments on various topics, giving his dog perspective of the world.

The handsome fella became the real star of the show instead of his ambitious and talkative owner. He got his big break by a complete accident – just doing what he usually does and that is following his owner around the garden and being dashingly charming and adorable. The cameraman recognized little Nigel’s beautiful golden fur and the way it looked in the sunset and forever captured that moment that later made its way into the show. Little by little, the sweet Nigel eased himself into other scenes of the show. He had a particular talent of always choosing the spot with the best aesthetics, often lounging lazily among the flowers when the sun’s rays compliment his golden fur the most.

Monty, the proud owner, was more than happy to include his beloved dog in his show, often carrying dog treats with him to reward Nigel for his excellent behavior. He also says that Nigel is a smiley doggo, always in a good mood and making people around him feel relaxed and more cheerful whenever he is around. And the audience loved Nigel! Every week Monty would receive packages upon packages of gifts for the cute pup, proving that the people cared about him and wanted him to have the best toys in the world!

A Tale of Two Cities Dog Name Considerations

If you were inspired by the story of Nigel the Golden Retriever TV personality, you might consider that to be the new name for your new doggo. And if you do end up choosing that name, you will not make a mistake, as you can always say that you were inspired by Sir Nigel Hawthorne. However, if you are looking for a stronger connection to the novel by Charles Dickens, you can opt to honor the author himself by naming your cute doggo simply – Dickens. It is a strong name that will undoubtedly start up a conversation in your local dog park, and lead to a discussion about Dickens and his literary works. Another solid choice is the name of the main female character of the book, Lucie. Lucie is a sweet name for a cute girl, perhaps a Bichon Frise, or a Maltese? It sounds gentle and elegant, perfect for a doggo who will not settle for less than the best! Additionally, the name Darnay, after Charles Darnay, one of the main characters and a French nobleman is also an excellent moniker for a royal doggo who can reign over his subordinates with a firm but gentle hand, or, well, paw.

Male A Tale of Two Cities Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Charles After Charles Darnay, a French aristocrat
0	Darnay Charles Darnay, the French aristocrat
0	Sydney After Sydney Carton, a lawyer
0	Carton Sydney Carton, a lawyer, in love with Lucie Manette
0	Manette After Dr. Manette, Lucie's father
0	Defarge Monsieur Defarge, a wine-shop owner in Paris
0	Jarvis After Mr. Jarvis Lorry, an English banker
0	Lorry Mr. Jarvis Lorry was an English banker
0	Jerry After Jerry Cruncher, a Tellson's Bank messenger
0	Cruncher Jerry Cruncher, a Tellson's Bank messenger
0	Marquis After Marquis St. Evrémonde, the arrogant aristocrat
0	Stryver After C. J. Stryver, Darnay's defense attorney
0	John After John Barsad, an informer and a spy
0	Barsad John Barsad was both an informer and a spy
0	Roger After Roger Cly, Barsard's collaborator
0	Cly Barsard's collaborator was named Cly
0	Gabelle After Théophile Gabelle, a Postmaster
0	Chris After Chris Sarandon who played Sydney Carton and Charles Darnay in the 1980 movie
0	Peter After Peter Cushing who played Dr. Alexander Manette
0	Kenneth After Kenneth Moore who played the role of Dr. Jarvis Lorry
0	Barry After Barry Morse, an actor who played St. Evremonde
0	Norman After Norman Jones who played Monsieur Ernest Defarge
0	George After George Innes who played Jeremiah 'Jerry' Cruncher
0	Nigel After Nigel Hawthorne who played Mr. CJ Stryver
0	David After David Suchet who played John Barsad
0	Herschel After Herschel Mayall who played Jacques Defarge in the 1917 film adaptation
0	Willard After Willard Louis who played Mr. CJ Stryver in the 1917 film adaptation
0	Harry After Harry De Vere who played Gaspard in 1917
0	Ralph After Ralph Lewis who played Roger Cly in 1917
0	Josef After Josef Swickard who played Dr. Alexandre Manette in 1917

Female A Tale of Two Cities Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Lucie After Lucie Manette, a perfect pre-Victorian lady, and Dr. Manette's daughter
0	Therese After Madame Defarge, the novel's antagonist
0	Pross After Miss Pross, Lucie Manette's governess
0	Alice After Alice Krige who played Lucie Manette in the 1980 film adaptation
0	Flora Flora Robson played Miss Pross in the 1980 movie
0	Billie Billie Whitelaw played Madame Therese Defarge in the 1980. movie
0	Valérie After Valérie de Tilboug who played the Seamstress in a TV movie version
0	Anna After Anna Manahan who played The Vengeance in the 1980 movie
0	Jewel After Jewel Carmen who played Lucie Manette in 1917
0	Carmen Jewel Carmen played Lucie Manette in the 1917 adaptation
0	Rosita After Rosita Marstini who played Madame Therese Defarge in 1917
0	Olive After Olive White who played Miss Pross in 1917
0	Florence After Florence Vidor who played Mimi in 1917
0	Dorothy Dorothy Tutin played Lucie Manette in 1958
0	Marie After Marie Versini who played Marie Gabelle in 1958
0	Athene After Athene Seyler who played Miss Emily Pross in 1958
0	Rosalie Rosalie Crutchley played Madame Defarge in 1958
0	Freda After Freda Maud Jackson who played The Vengeance
0	Maud Referring to Freda Maud Jackson who played The Vengeance
0	Norma After Norma Talmadge who played the Seamstress in 1911
0	Julia After Julia Swayne Gordon who played Miss Pross in 1911
0	Edith Edith Storey played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Helen After Helen Gardner who played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Eleanor After Eleanor Radinoff who played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Anita Anita Stewart played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Lydia After Lydia Yeamans Titus who played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Mabel Mabel Ethelreid Normand who played a role in the 1911 short movie adaptation
0	Ethelreid After Mabel Ethelreid Normand, silent film actress
0	Lillian After Lillian Walker who played Peasant Sister in 1911
0	Edna After Edna May Oliver who played Miss Pross in 1935