Introduction
Boston Terrier Dog Names in Pop Culture
Sergeant Stubby was enlisted as a mascot for his Army regiment, the 102nd Infantry (26th Yankee Division), during World War I. However, Sergeant Stubby was so much more than a mascot. During the first Great War, Sergeant Stubby spent eighteen months on the front lines with his regiment. He was present at seventeen battles, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with his fellow soldiers. During this time, he is credited with saving his unit from surprise mustard gas onslaughts. Injured in a mustard gas attack, Stubby was then fitted with a gas mask. Because he could hear the sound of artillery shells before humans could, he would warn the unit by barking incessantly. He also had a knack for finding the wounded and staying with them until medics arrived. A story exists that Stubby grabbed a German soldier in the seat of the pants and held him until a soldier in his unit could apprehend the man. Stubby's antics were documented in several American newspapers, and stories of his bravery were widely admired by the general public. Stubby was promoted to the rank of Sergeant at the end of his service, and he is also known as being one of the most decorated service dogs of World War I. Stubby earned his rank as well as the Humane Education Society Gold Medal; he also earned a Wound stripe. Stubby was injured in April 1918 when retreating Germans threw hand grenades at the American soldiers; one grenade exploded and wounded Stubby's foreleg. Even then, Stubby was able to boost the morale of the injured men of his regiment. Soon, he returned to his place at the front lines.
Stubby also spent time as the mascot for the Georgetown Hoyas. Sergeant Stubby is memorialized in a Smithsonian exhibit entitled "The Price of Freedom." Stubby is pictured with his awards in the exhibit. He is the only dog to have ever earned a promotion in rank.
Boston Terrier Dog Name Considerations
Most all Boston Terriers are somewhat hyper, happy, and generous with love. They love to entertain their families, and they are never so happy as when they are at play. Many Bostons are quite tenacious; they do not realize their size, and they are rarely fearful. Some owners may choose names such as Rocky or Rascal to exemplify the hardiness of the Boston. Still others may name their pup Cuddles or Buddy, which is a nod to the idea that Bostons do enjoy cuddles on the couch after a play session. Regardless, the Boston Terrier is a special breed, and he deserves a name which exemplifies his uniqueness.
Male Boston Terrier Dog Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 11 |
Chewbacca or "Chewy"
Chewbacca is a Star Wars character; it might also refer to the Boston's tendency to chew
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| 8 |
Bandit
Meaning "a thief", Bostons often steal their owners' hearts
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| 7 |
Dynamite
Could refer to the hyper personality of the Boston Terrier
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| 6 |
Dakota
Meaning "allies", can refer to the loyalty of the Boston
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| 5 |
Angus
Celtic; meaning "exceptionally strong"
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| 5 |
Avery
English, meaning "elf counsel"
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| 5 |
Finn
A Star Wars character
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| 5 |
Gus
Meaning "great, magnificent", the Boston is a magnificent pet
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| 5 |
Oreo
Refers to the black and white coat of the Boston Terrier
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| 4 |
Barkley
Could refer to a dog's propensity for mouthiness
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| 4 |
Bentley
English, meaning "coarse grass meadow"
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| 3 |
Bodie
Scandinavian; meaning "shelter"
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| 3 |
Gizmo
May refer to a small gadget, but can also refer to a character in the movie Gremlins
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| 3 |
Oliver
Germanic, meaning "elf army"
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| 3 |
Pepper
Usually refers to the dynamic personality of the Boston
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| 3 |
Rebel
One who defies authority; the Boston can be an independent thinker
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| 2 |
Banjo
Refers to an instrument; musically inclined owners might choose this moniker
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| 2 |
Buster
A traditionally popular dog name
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| 2 |
Rambo
A character in a series of Sylvester Stallone movies in the 80s
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| 1 |
Artie
English; meaning "strong, noble"
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| 1 |
Huck
As in Huck Finn
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| 0 |
Bailey
English, meaning "enforcer"
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| 0 |
Brody
Gaelicmeaning "muddy place"; some Bostons do like to get out and play in mud
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| 0 |
Buddy
Often this refers to the companionship of a dog
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| 0 |
Gordie
Scottish; short for "Gordon"
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| -1 |
Astro
Astro, the dog on the cartoon The Jetsons
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| -1 |
Blue
Often refers to coat color; there is a "blue" Boston color, although rare
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| -1 |
Milo
German; meaning "merciful", can also refer to the movie Milo and Otis
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| -2 |
Benji
Benji was a dog featured in several movies in the 80s.
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| -5 |
Axel
German, meaning "my father is peace"
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Female Boston Terrier Dog Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 10 |
Cinnamon
May refer to the spicy personality of the Boston Terrier
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| 8 |
Duchess
Refers to royalty
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| 8 |
Lady
A character from the Disney movie, Lady and the Tramp
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| 7 |
Dolly
A traditional female name
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| 7 |
Penny
Of monetary value; most owners highly value the companionship of the Boston Terrier
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| 6 |
Lola
Meaning "a princess who rules her domain", fitting for the Boston
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| 5 |
Coco
May refer to a brindle or brown coat color
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| 5 |
Macy
As in Macy's Department store
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| 5 |
Ginger
A character from Gilligan's Island; can refer to coat color
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| 5 |
Maddie
Short for Madison, meaning "one who does not enjoy leaving friends"
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| 5 |
Honey
May refer to the sweet personality of the Boston Terrier
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| 5 |
Jasmine
A character from a Disney movie
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| 4 |
Fancy
Can also refer to the perky personality of the Boston Terrier
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| 3 |
Abbie
Hebrew; meaning "my father is joyful"
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| 3 |
Athena
The goddess of war
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| 3 |
Bitsy
Can refer to the diminutive size of the Boston
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| 3 |
Buttercup
A flower, or the Reese's buttercup candy
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| 3 |
Tootsie
Refers to the Tootsie Roll or a movie of the same name
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| 3 |
Missy
English; meaning "honey bee"
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| 2 |
Lily
A water flower; also a traditional female name
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| 2 |
Minnie
As in Minnie Mouse; sweet, wise, and lovable
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| 1 |
Lulu
Little Lulu was a comic strip character; the name also means "famous warrior"
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| 1 |
Pippa
English and meaning "lover of horses", this could also refer to the bold personality of the dog
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| 0 |
Doodle
A cute name for a cute breed
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| 0 |
Cookie
A sweet treat; can refer to the sweet nature of the Boston
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| 0 |
Diva
A name that can refer to the commanding personality of the Boston Terrier
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| 0 |
Nellie
Refers to a character on Little House on the Prairie
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| -2 |
Annie
Hebrew; meaning "favor, grace"
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| -3 |
Ariel
Refers to the lead character of the Disney movie The Little Mermaid
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| -3 |
Teenie
Refers to the diminutive size of the Boston Terrier
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Written by a Boston Terrier lover Treba Hicks
Published: 01/11/2018, edited: 01/30/2020
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He is always so sleepy and is spoiled like a PRINCE!
For starters he was born in Ohio. The people for whatever reason didn't want to keep him. My Mother had owned two females in the previous 20 years, she had females. She took him because he was free & her last dog had died. His name was Buster. My Mother didn't like that name so she na ed him Butch.My brother put A gun in my Mother's house after living there for 30 years without one & showed my Mother how to cock it & pull the trigger. Seven mo this later my 80 year old Mother put the gun in her mouth & pulled the trigger. My brother let Butch stay in the house for one year then put him out on the back porch to die. The girl next door called me in Cincinnati & told me he was almost dead, that he could barely make it up the ramp when he went to the yard to potty. I drove 200 miles & took rtwo boys with me. They went on that porch & swooped Butch up.I brought him back to Cincinnati & Buch lived for 3 1/2 years with me. He was about 15 when he died on October 20th, 2017. I loved that dog more than anything or anyone I've ever came in contact with in my life. He was smart, well behaved. You couldn't ask for a better dog. My baby's in Dog Heaven now. I don't know how to share a picture, I,'m 69 years old, not very computer saavy.
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