Are you searching for beach dog names? Ocean dog names? Island dog names? Puppy names that are inspired by the sand, sun, surf, and ocean waves just seem to have a peaceful, carefree ring to them. But how do you decide? That’s where we’ve got you covered.
Choosing a name for your pupper is probably at the top of your new puppy checklist and one of the most exciting decisions you’ll make on behalf of your adorable dog.
With over 165+ beach-related names (along with descriptions) on this list, you’re well on your way to finding a name that perfectly fits your puppy’s unique personality and characteristics.
As I was looking back at pics from our dog walks beside the ocean, I started brainstorming a mega list of dog names inspired by the beauty of natural beaches and the steady drumbeat of the ocean waves.
If you’re a beach lover too, then this list is for you. But before we begin, here are a few helpful tips:
- To help you in your search, I organized the names into categories of all things related to the ocean and the beach.
- You’ll find all 165+ names grouped by beach dog names, ocean dog names, island dog names, and more.
- Some names are sorted into beach dog names: female and beach dog names: male.
- For even more puppy naming ideas related to nature and the outdoors, please check out my other lists: nature dog names, flower names for dogs, and country dog names.
Beach names for dogs inspired by popular US beaches
Cannon ~ Cannon Beach is located off the coastline of Oregon.
Clearwater ~ Beach located on the barrier island of Clearwater, Florida.
Coronado ~ Beautiful beach in San Diego known for its family atmosphere and swimming.
Destin ~ If your dog’s coat is the color of sugary white sand, Destin may be the perfect beach dog name. Destin Beach in Florida is best known for its sugary white beaches.
Hilton ~ From Hilton Head beach is located in South Carolina and known for its hard-packed sands that are great for bike riding.
Huntington ~ From Huntington Beach, which is known for its surfing and the long Huntington Beach Pier.
Juno ~ From Juno Beach, Florida.
Kona ~ From Kona Beach located in Hawaii.
Koko ~ From the famous beach located in Hawaii.
Laguna ~ Laguna Beach is located between Los Angeles and San Diego and known for picturesque beach, hiking trails, and ideal swimming.
Myrtle ~ A beach dog name inspired by Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Malibu ~ From the beach by the same name that is just 20 miles west of Santa Monica Beach, California.
Monterey ~ Does your puppy like to chill with you? If so, maybe Monterey is the beach-inspired dog name for you. Monterey is a slow-paced, relaxed area located in Southern California.
Miami ~ Miami is not only a unique dog name inspired by the Miami beaches in Florida, but it’s also a fun dog name ending in the long e sound, which adds extra cuteness.
Neptune ~ A beach name inspired by Neptune Beach, which is located on the Atlantic side near Jacksonville, Florida. This beach is known for its blue water and quiet atmosphere.
Pfeiffer ~ Inspired by Pfeiffer Beach is located in the Big Sur region of California.
Pebble ~ Inspired by Pebble Beach, which is known for its historic golf course where many USGA Championships are held. Interested in golf dog names? Check out more best golf names for dogs.
Island dog names and beach names inspired by charming beach towns
Aruba ~ Popular tourist destination in the Caribbean.
Captiva ~ Captiva is part of the Sanibel Island chain.
Dauphin ~ Inspired by Dauphin Island, a dog-friendly beach in Alabama.
Hampton ~ Inspired by The Hamptons, which are located 100 miles north of New York City and known as a respite for urban dwellers.
Kaua’i ~ From Kaua’i, which is the oldest beach Island in Hawaii.
Siesta ~ This beach-themed dog name is inspired by Siesta Key, Florida. Siesta Key is known for white sand beautiful water.
Marco ~ Inspired by Marco Island, Florida. This island in the Gulf of Mexico is claimed to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Maui ~ There are so many island names that double as beautiful beachy dog names. Maui, an island in Hawaii, is one. Listed below are some other popular beaches that would make great dog names:
- Kāʻanapali
- Mākena
- Wailea
- Nāpili
- Kapalua
Naples ~ From the 10 miles of white, sandy beaches in Naples, Florida on the Gulf of Mexico.
Sanibel ~ Sanibel Island in Florida is located on the Gulf of Mexico and known for great beaches and excellent shelling.
Tahiti ~ The beaches in Tahiti are known to be stunning, so it’s a perfect beach-themed name for a stunning dog.
Tuck ~ Inspired by the island in New England, Nantucket Island.
West ~ Short for Key West, a beach in Florida known to be casual and low key.
Honolulu ~ Could be shortened to Lulu as a beachy dog name inspired by Honolulu, an island in Hawaii. Below are some of the island’s best beaches, which also make cute beachy dog names…
- Waikiki
- Hanauma
- Lanikai
- Kahala
- Sandy Beach
Classic beach dog names
Aquarius ~ The eleventh sign in the zodiac. Aquarius’s symbol is Water-Bearer.
Azure ~ Azure is the word often used to describe clear blue ocean waters.
Banks ~ Short for the Outer Banks.
Bay ~ Inland water system connected to the ocean.
Beacon ~ Is your dog the light of your life? Beacon may be the name for you. Beacons are the guiding lights used for navigation along the coast.
Beaufort ~ For dog-friendly Beaufort, South Carolina, a beautiful resort town on the Atlantic coast.
Breaker ~ A beachy dog name inspired by the waves breaking on the beach.
Breeze ~ Or Breezy, if you like dog names that end in Y or IE .
Captain ~ Or Cap’n.
Coast
Cove ~ Inspired by coves, which are sheltered areas. This beach-related dog name may be fitting for calm dogs.
Harbor
Jetty ~ Usually made from rocks and stretches out into the water.
Kelpie ~ Inspired by the seaweed known as kelp.
Lagoon ~ A fitting name for water-loving dogs.
Marina ~ Place on the water for the boats and fisherman to get supplies and hang out.
Pier ~ Many beaches include piers, long docks that stretch out into the water.
Reef
Sandy ~ Probably the most classic beach name for dogs. Sandy is a name that’s especially perfect for a puppy that has a sandy or tan coat color.
Seabrook ~ A town in Washington state located by the Pacific Ocean.
Surfer ~ A beach inspired dog name for puppers who love to play in the waves.
Salty ~ Salty Dog. Does your pup have some attitude? A classic nickname for dogs who love the sea.
Tropica ~ Inspired by tropical beaches.
Tidal ~ Inspired by tidal waves. Does your pup have the energy of a large wave? Tidal may be an ocean-themed dog name to consider.
Skippy or Skipper ~ Skipper, an informal name for the captain of a boat, may be a fitting dog name if you like to go boating with your dog. Skipper is also another name for the head coach of a baseball team. Looking fro baseball dog names check out 160+ Baseball Dog Names.
Voyager ~ Do you plan to go on a lot of adventures to beach with your doggo? Voyager has an adventurous ring to it.
Kaimana ~ A Hawaiian name meaning “power of the ocean.”
Ripples ~ Inspired by the small waves rippling across the water. Could be a fitting name for a ruffly or fluffy-coated dog. (Do you have a fluffy dog? Check out our fluffy dog names.)
Shaka ~ Inspired by the Hawaiian hand gesture often associated with surf culture.
Tiki ~ Inspired by the Polynesian art and culture.
Nami ~ A Japanese name meaning “wave.”
Beach dog names – Girl
Amber ~ Inspired by the amber jack, a saltwater fish.
Amelia ~ For dog-friendly Amelia Island in Florida, a quiet and relaxing beach.
Anna ~ Inspired by Anna Maria Island in Florida
Aqua ~ Water.
Bethany ~ From the charming, tranquil beach located in Delaware.
Coral ~ From the beautiful coral reef.
Coraline ~ Sweet Coraline! 😉
Emerald ~ A classic description of the clear Emerald waters many beaches are known for.
Luna ~ Inspired by the moon’s influence on ocean tides.
Narissa ~ Meaning “Sea Nymph” in greek mythology, and stems from Nereides, Goddess of the Sea
Olive ~ For the smooth Olive seashell.
Pearl ~ Sweet name for a beautiful jewel of a dog.
Pebbles ~ Could be a fitting name for a small dog with a speckled coat.
Shelly – Inspired by seashells.
Star ~ You could name your dog Star, which is inspired by Starfish.
Beach dog names – Boy
Bobby ~ Inspired by the ocean bird called the red footed bobby.
Cliff
Dune ~ Inspired by the sand dunes along beaches.
Hobie ~ A lifestyle brand for outdoor adventurers.
Hurley ~ A popular brand of beach wear.
Mackerel ~ Or “Mack” as a short form of Mackerel, a fish you might see in tropical seas.
Marlin ~ An ocean fish with a classic spear-like snout and giant size. Marlin could be a great ocean-inspired dog name for a large dog.
Rocky ~ For the rocky coastlines along some beaches.
Sailor ~ Do you own a boat? You puppy might be a great first mate!
Triton ~ The son of Poseidon, associated with the sea in Greek mythology
Beach related dog names inspired by coastal birds
Aethia ~ One of North America’s most abundant seabirds.
Egret
Piper ~ Inspired by the sand piper birds that dot the shorelines of many beaches.
Puffin ~ From the Puffin, a seabird that dives into the water to get its catch.
Gull – Inspired by the seagulls.
Peli ~ Inspired by pelicans. Is your dog both lumbering and yet graceful? Try Pelican, which is a rather lumbering bird but yet graceful when flying.
Beachy dog names inspired by shells
Clam ~ A name idea for a pup who likes to dig in the sand like a clam digger?
Conch ~ Often identified as a queen conch, indigenous to the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean.
Conus ~ Like its name, a conus shell is shaped like a cone.
Cowrie ~ Common name for a group of small to large sea snails.
Mussel ~ Often the white shiny layer seen inside the shell can be called “mother of pearl.”
Nautilus ~ This shell is a symbol of nature’s grace and a rare find.
Scallop ~ In greek mythology, Scallop means goddess of love and beauty.
Seaglass – Naturally weathered pieces of glass, which often have the appearance of tumbled stones.
Sunny ~ Inspired by sunny days enjoyed on the beach.
Volute – Large, colorful shells.
Beach related dog names inspired by ocean fish
Dolphin ~ Because who doesn’t like watching dolphins play?
Flounder ~ This flat fish is unique in that both eyes are on the “up” side of its head. If your dog is watchful, this could be a fitting dog name.
Grouper ~ If you’re a fan of these heavy-bodied carnivores, Grouper may be the dog fish name for you.
Mahi ~ Inspired by Mahi-Mahi, which are commonly found in the Gulf of Mexico and known for their coloring and blunt nose.
Oyster ~ Is your puppy’s coat color cream and white? Try this unique name on for size.
Shark ~ If you’re considering “Shark” as a fish-related dog name, you may also want to consider these names related to sharks: Tiger, Goblin, Dusky, and Mako.
Skip ~ Skip or Skipjack. There are all kinds of Skipjack in the ocean, shad, herring, and tuna.
Snapper ~ Red Snapper are a signature fish in the Gulf of Mexico and have a reddish coloring. This name may be a fitting red dog name.
Snook ~ A popular fish along the Florida to Texas coastline, Snook are also sometimes called Sergeant fish or Robalo. If you like Snook, you might like naming your dog “Sergeant” or “Robalo.”
Wahoo ~ A good name, especially if you doggo is long and fast.
Related: Fishing Dog Names (with descriptions)
Beach dog names inspired by the oceans and seas
Arctic ~ Arctic Ocean
Aden ~ The Gulf of Aden
Atlantic ~ Atlantic Ocean
Arabian ~ Arabian Sea
Bering ~ Bering Sea
Chukchi ~ Chukchi Sea
Baltic ~ Baltic Sea
Caspian ~ Caspian Sea
Celtic ~ Celtic Sea
Gulf ~ Gulf of Mexico
Hudson ~ Hudson Bay
Indi ~ Inspired by the Indian Ocean
Labra ~ Inspired by the Labrador Sea
Ocean
Pacific ~ Pacific Ocean
Sargasso ~ Sargasso Sea
Southern ~ Southern Ocean
Solomon ~ Solomon Sea
Sulu ~ Sulu Sea
Persian ~ The Persian Gulf
Java ~ Java Sea
Biscay ~ Bay of Biscay
Beachy dog names inspired by movies and pop culture
Ariel ~ From the movie Little Mermaid
Bahama ~Tommy Bahama is a brand of clothing representing an unhurried coastal life.
Dory ~ From the movie, Finding Nemo
Flipper ~ From the movie, Flipper
Mermaid ~ From the movie, The Little Mermaid
Jack ~ Captain Jack Sparrow, the main character from the movie Pirates of the Carribbean
Nemo ~ Cute name for a cute colorful pup inspired by the name character in the movie, Finding Nemo
Sparrow ~ Captain Jack Sparrow from the movie, Pirates of the Caribbean
Beach related dog names inspired by mythology
Calypso ~ A greek sea goddess.
Neptune ~ The god of the sea in Roman mythology.
Poseidon ~ The god of the sea in Greek mythology.
Calypso ~ Named after the sea nymph in Greek mythology.
Brizo ~ Named after the ancient Greek goddess of sailors.
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