The Walking Dead Dog Names

Introduction

The Walking Dead is in its eighth season as of this writing, and it remains one of the most highly watched television programs for several years running. The show surrounds the lives of those who survive a horrific virus which has wiped out almost ninety percent of the population of the United States alone. The original survivors - Rick, Lori, Carol, Daryl, and Shane - banded together so that they might find strength in numbers. Over time, the original group of survivors has changed. Core characters come and go, but fans of the show continue to watch because they want to see the Atlanta Five get to a place of safety and possibly recreate a new type of civilization.

The Walking Dead Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a The Walking Dead Name

Theo

In Season One, The Walking Dead audience was introduced to a character named "T-dog." The character's real name is Theodore, and he was a part of the original group of survivors.

While we do not know a great deal about T-Dog's life prior to his coming to Atlanta, we do know that he was a courageous member of the group. Viewers are told that T-dog was once a professional football player (although we do not know what specific team for which he played). He has a deep faith in God, even after the apocalypse. As he and Carol were fighting together, and things looked particularly dismal, T-Dog told her, "This is God's plan. He'll take care of me. Always has. He's gonna help me lead you out of these tombs." T-dog was rather quiet, but he was loyal. He fought bravely alongside the other survivors.

Another very brave Theo was a Springer Spaniel mix who served in the British Army. Theo the Army Dog, along with his human handler, worked together to find and diffuse at least fourteen roadside bombs left by the Taliban. They also discovered weapons caches together. By 2012, Theo and his handler, Lance Corporal Liam Tasker, had made the most confirmed operational discoveries by a soldier and his service dog. Unfortunately, Lance Corporal Tasker was killed in action while serving in Afghanistan. Surprisingly, Theo died a few hours later. Those who knew the pair claim that Theo died of a broken heart. The two were described as "inseparable," and Tasker referred to Theo as his "best mate." This Theo was a hero indeed.

Both Theo and his handler were nominated for a British medal of honor known as the Victory Cross. This award was given to the pair posthumously. Lance Corporal Liam Tasker was only twenty-six years old at the time of his death, and Theo was only twenty-two months old.

Another somewhat famous Theo is gaining some fame on the internet as an "art dog." There is a website utilizing Theo to teach site visitors about artwork featuring dogs. Theo serves as a "guide" on the site, and he comments on the artist and the artist's work. This artistic and entertaining pup is great at educating website visitors.

The Walking Dead Dog Name Considerations

Any particular dog breed can be labeled with a Walking Dead moniker; this is often the preference of the owner. However, as the show focuses on the survival of the remaining humans on earth, often, pups who have been through a tough ordeal (perhaps one who has been rescued from a not-so-happy home or one who has been through a tough illness but is presently healthy) are most apt to fit a Walking Dead name.

More often than not, animals are not present on The Walking Dead series episodes. However, in the prequel series, Fear the Walking Dead, one of the first season's episodes does include a German Shepherd. Sadly, this courageous pup is taken down by a walker. Generally, the animals present in the series are as vulnerable to a zombie attack as their human counterparts. It is for this reason that the writer cannot promote any one breed over another to be given a Walking Dead name.

However, any adventurous dog or any very brave dog will wear a Walking Dead moniker very well. A dog that defends his territory well, such as a Pit Bull Terrier, might benefit from a name such as "Rick" or "Michonne." Whatever The Walking Dead name that you choose for your pup, it is sure to be one-of-a-kind.

Male The Walking Dead Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
3	Daryl An original Atlanta survivor; he is excellent with a crossbow
2	Negan The leader of the Saviors; he is a leader that demands his rules are followed
1	Gabriel A priest who befriends the group and helps to shelter them in his church
1	Milton A scientist who works under The Governor; this name is fitting of an intelligent dog
1	Oscar A former inmate who becomes a trusted member of Rick's group
1	Axel A character from the comics; he is a survivor the group encounters at the prison
1	Otis Herschel's ranch hand; he assists the Atlanta survivors
1	Eugene A character known for his colorful language; he does what he needs to do to survive
1	Spencer Deanna and Reg's son; he presents a good bit of trouble for Rick and his group
1	Ezekiel A former zookeeper who takes over leadership of The Kingdom
1	Jerry One of King Ezekiel's most devoted soldiers
1	Simon A member of the Saviors, and one of Negan's right-hand men
1	Dwight One of the Saviors who turns against Negan to help the Atlanta crew
1	Abraham Abraham is an ex-military soldier who uses those skills to survive
1	Reg Reggie Monroe is the husband of Deanna, who runs the Alexandria survivor community
1	Tyreese Tyreese and his sister joined the survivors late, but are courageous and loyal to the group
1	Dale Dale Horvath is one of the original Atlanta survivors; he is also a voice of reason
1	Carl One of the most beloved cast members; Carl is also Rick's son
1	Morgan A survivor who befriends Rick in Atlanta and teaches him proper self-defense
1	Herschel Maggie's father; Herschel was always the voice of reason during seasons three and four
1	Glenn Glenn Rhee was a pivotal member of the group; he is wise and courageous
1	Rick The leader of the original Atlanta survivors; this name is fitting of a brave pup
0	Merle Merle Dixon is Daryl's brother; he is loyal only to his baby brother
0	Theo One of the original survivors; he was a supply runner during season one
-1	Gareth The leader of the Terminus "safe zone;" this name is fitting of a large, strong dog
-1	Percy A hospital patient who assists Beth when she attempts to escape her captors at the hospital
-1	Noah A young man who befriends Beth while she is held at Grady Memorial Hospital
-1	Crowley One of The Governor's henchmen in the community of Woodbury
-1	Gavin A member of the Saviors; he is also a trusted minion of Negan's
-1	Shane Rick's former partner on the police force

Female The Walking Dead Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Shiva The Bengal tiger that is loyal to King Ezekiel after the former zookeeper rescued her
1	Molly One of Negan's minions; she assists him as a correctional officer of sorts
1	Judith Lori's daughter; her real father is questionable, but Rick raises her as his own
1	Lori Rick's wife and Shane's love interest when the group assumed Rick was deceased
1	Beth Daryl's love interest; a very innocent character, but she could defend herself when necessary
1	Michonne One of the most fierce of the Survivors; this name is fitting of a dog that is brave and strong
0	Tanya One of Negan's many wives; this name would fit a Chihuahua
0	Sherry Dwight's wife; she is pivotal in helping the Atlanta group against the Saviors
0	Arat One of The Savior's; she is a trusted female in Negan's group
0	Olivia The caretaker of the pantry in Alexandria
0	Denise Alexandria's resident "doctor," although she has only completed a small portion of medical school
0	Theresa A member of the Hunter group; this name is good for a Saint Bernard
0	Mary Gareth and Alex's mother; she is a part of the Terminus group
0	Lilly Tara's sister; she eliminates The Governor
0	Lizzie Mika's sister; she becomes close to Carol after Sophia dies
0	Mika A young girl who joins the Survivors at the prison; she becomes close to Carol
0	Rowan One of The Governor's love interests; she is a trusted ally of the leader
0	Penny The Governor's daughter; she did not survive the apocalypse
0	Haley One of The Governor's trusted female enforcers; she is a skilled fighter
0	Sophia Carol's daughter; Sophia is the hope of a new generation
0	Amy Andrea's younger sister; she is bitten by a zombie during the first season
0	Deanna Deanna Monroe is the mayor of the Alexandria survivor community
0	Rosita Rosita is introduced along with Abraham and Eugene; Abraham's love interest
0	Tara Tara is a latecomer to the group; however, she becomes a trusted member and a talented fighter
0	Sasha Tyreese's sister; she is a formidable fighter
0	Maggie Maggie Rhee - Herschel's daughter and Glenn's wife; current leader of Hilltop
0	Enid A young girl who lives at Alexandria; she has proven her trustworthiness to the Atlanta Survivors
0	Andrea A character who attempted to join The Atlanta group and Woodbury together
0	Carol One of the original Atlanta survivors; she is also a formidable opponent
-1	Jadis The leader of the Scavengers; this group does only what will promote their survival