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799 Fun German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas for Your New Pet

  • Last Updated: November 21, 2023

Looking for the perfect name for your German Shorthaired Pointer? You’re in the right place! This unique breed deserves a name as lively and spirited as they are. In this post, we’ve gathered a collection of hand-picked names and essential naming tips to help you find that perfect fit.

Whether you’re looking for something traditional, unique, or downright adorable, we’ve got you covered. Read on and discover the perfect name that captures your four-legged friend’s unique personality and charm!

A to Z German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Apollo
  2. Athena
  3. Bruno
  4. Bella
  5. Charlie
  6. Coco
  7. Duke
  8. Daisy
  9. Echo
  10. Elsa
  11. Felix
  12. Flora
  13. Griffin
  14. Ginger
  15. Hunter
  16. Honey
  17. Ivan
  18. Ivy
  19. Jasper
  20. Jasmine
  21. King
  22. Kiara
  23. Leo
  24. Luna
  25. Max
  26. Mia
  27. Noah
  28. Nala
  29. Oscar
  30. Olive
  31. Prince
  32. Poppy
  33. Quincy
  34. Queen
  35. Rex
  36. Rose
  37. Scout
  38. Sophie
  39. Toby
  40. Tara
  41. Ugo
  42. Uma
  43. Victor
  44. Violet
  45. Walter
  46. Willow
  47. Xander
  48. Xena
  49. Yale
  50. Yara
  51. Zeus
  52. Zoe

Adorable German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Archer
  2. Angel
  3. Boomer
  4. Bubbles
  5. Comet
  6. Clover
  7. Dash
  8. Dolly
  9. Elvis
  10. Ember
  11. Flash
  12. Fifi
  13. Gadget
  14. Gigi
  15. Hercules
  16. Harmony
  17. Indie
  18. Iris
  19. Jingle
  20. Joy
  21. Krypto
  22. Kimmy
  23. Lucky
  24. Lily
  25. Maverick
  26. Muffin
  27. Nugget
  28. Nelly
  29. Orion
  30. Opal
  31. Paws
  32. Pixie
  33. Quest
  34. Quill
  35. Rocket
  36. Ruby
  37. Sonic
  38. Star
  39. Taz
  40. Taffy
  41. Vinnie
  42. Venus
  43. Wolfie
  44. Winnie
  45. Ziggy
  46. Zara
  47. Jack
  48. Jasmine
  49. Karl
  50. Kiara
  51. Mia
  52. Noah
  53. Nala
  54. Quincy

Auto-Inspired German Shorthaired Pointer Names

  1. Turbo
  2. Bentley
  3. Diesel
  4. Shelby
  5. Magnum
  6. Maserati
  7. Axle
  8. Porsche
  9. Nitro
  10. Mercedes
  11. Charger
  12. Cooper
  13. Aston
  14. Bugatti
  15. Cruiser
  16. Ferrari
  17. Falcon
  18. Mustang
  19. Hemi
  20. Rover
  21. Raptor
  22. Lexus
  23. Viper
  24. Jaguar
  25. Subaru
  26. Karma
  27. Audi
  28. Cobra

Best German Shorthaired Pointer Name Ideas

  1. Ranger
  2. Nemo
  3. Eclipse
  4. Sable
  5. Juno
  6. Mocha
  7. Rocco
  8. Yogi
  9. Bandit
  10. Gunner
  11. Zephyr
  12. Blaze
  13. Puck

Catchy German Shorthaired Pointer Names

  1. Beacon
  2. Breezy
  3. Alpine
  4. Grit
  5. Swoosh
  6. Cadence
  7. Jingle
  8. Tangle
  9. Suede
  10. Pounce
  11. Swoop
  12. Whisker
  13. Glimmer
  14. Skipper
  15. Sprint
  16. Lark
  17. Flutter
  18. Flicker
  19. Wisp
  20. Hopper
  21. Paddle
  22. Whirl
  23. Swish
  24. Crisp
  25. Swirl
  26. Tumble
  27. Scamper
  28. Glossy
  29. Rumble
  30. Twinkle

Clever German Shorthaired Pointer Name Suggestions

  1. Quicksilver
  2. Pesto
  3. Vortex
  4. Sapphire
  5. Quibble
  6. Bravo
  7. Catalyst
  8. Vesper
  9. Nimbus
  10. Odyssey
  11. Pixel
  12. Rhapsody
  13. Squiggle
  14. Mosaic
  15. Zeppelin
  16. Oracle
  17. Pintail
  18. Strider
  19. Jigsaw
  20. Racer
  21. Galaxy
  22. Tornado
  23. Whimsy
  24. Phoenix
  25. Ozone

Cool German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Names

German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas - gsp dog wearing an orange collar in a sphinx pose on grass

  1. Atlas
  2. Griffin
  3. Thor
  4. Moose
  5. Chaos
  6. Cobalt
  7. Hawk
  8. Ghost
  9. Riptide
  10. Dagger
  11. Kodiak
  12. Yukon
  13. Quake
  14. Havoc 
  15. Vandal
  16. Sabotage
  17. Venom
  18. Sniper
  19. Fang
  20. Rampage
  21. Saber
  22. Slayer

Creative German Shorthaired Pointer Names

  1. Whisk
  2. Hubble
  3. Kismet
  4. Jitterbug
  5. Cipher
  6. Nebula
  7. Pulsar
  8. Quirk
  9. Zinger
  10. Waffle
  11. Skedaddle
  12. Squirt
  13. Zoodle
  14. Boomerang
  15. Pizzazz
  16. Zinnia
  17. Zest
  18. Jenga
  19. Jumble
  20. Zebra
  21. Whisper
  22. Zigzag
  23. Quantum
  24. Jazzy
  25. Whiffle
  26. Jive
  27. Zing
  28. Quill
  29. Jolly
  30. Quip
  31. Zapper
  32. Jamboree

Cute German Shorthaired Pointer Name Suggestions

German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas - puppy sleeping

  1. Snuggles
  2. Blossom
  3. Cupcake
  4. Pebbles
  5. Peanut
  6. Cuddles
  7. Buttercup
  8. Sugar
  9. Pumpkin
  10. Bonbon
  11. Sprinkles
  12. Munchkin
  13. Poppet
  14. Buttons
  15. Pippy
  16. Puffin
  17. Dimples
  18. Bubblegum
  19. Fluffy
  20. Giggles
  21. Gumdrop
  22. Scooter
  23. Tinkerbell

Elegant German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Names

  1. Maximus
  2. Serene
  3. Elegance
  4. Grace
  5. Dignity
  6. Gallant
  7. Harmony
  8. Knight
  9. Regal
  10. Countess
  11. Dapper
  12. Cavalier
  13. Graceful
  14. Honor
  15. Classy
  16. Radiant
  17. Sterling
  18. Valiant
  19. Prosper
  20. Serenity
  21. Supreme

Famous German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Radar
  2. Beethoven
  3. Rin Tin Tin
  4. Marley
  5. Benji
  6. Lassie
  7. Milo
  8. Toto
  9. Pluto
  10. Goofy
  11. Scooby
  12. Pongo
  13. Lady
  14. Tramp
  15. Balto
  16. Bolt
  17. Shadow
  18. Chance
  19. Buddy
  20. Simba
  21. Nana
  22. Copper
  23. Perdita
  24. Clifford
  25. Odie
  26. Snoopy
  27. Rolly
  28. Napoleon
  29. Marmaduke
  30. Blue
  31. Lucy
  32. Roxie
  33. Bear

Female German Shorthaired Pointer Names

  1. Hazel
  2. Candy
  3. Mitsy
  4. Rosie
  5. Ginger
  6. Fifi
  7. Zoey
  8. Sasha
  9. Pepper
  10. Pixie
  11. Roxy
  12. Abby
  13. Stella
  14. Lulu
  15. Sophie
  16. Sandy
  17. Mandy
  18. Dolly
  19. Vixen
  20. Gypsy
  21. Raven
  22. Sheba
  23. Sassy
  24. Cleo
  25. Tilly

Food-Inspired German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

German Shorthaired Pointer puppy

  1. Biscuit
  2. Cookie
  3. Waffles
  4. Nugget
  5. Popcorn
  6. Meatball
  7. Pretzel
  8. Oatmeal
  9. Tofu
  10. Gumbo
  11. Sushi
  12. Latte
  13. Ravioli
  14. Espresso
  15. Bagel
  16. Pickles
  17. Pancake
  18. Tater
  19. Snickers
  20. Nacho
  21. Jellybean
  22. Taco
  23. Tootsie
  24. Hershey
  25. Oreo
  26. Spaghetti
  27. Cannoli
  28. Caramel
  29. Pudding
  30. Marshmallow
  31. Cappuccino
  32. Scone
  33. Cinnamon
  34. Fudge
  35. Peppermint
  36. Pistachio
  37. Butterscotch
  38. Strudel

Fun German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Tango
  2. Puzzles
  3. Sprout
  4. Wiggles
  5. Jester
  6. Bumble
  7. Sparkle
  8. Whiskers
  9. Boomer
  10. Jingles
  11. Squiggles
  12. Jazz
  13. Whimsey
  14. Wobble
  15. Frolic
  16. Scamp
  17. Pippin
  18. Dynamo
  19. Ripple
  20. Houdini
  21. Gizmo
  22. Twirl
  23. Mischief
  24. Dazzle
  25. Nibbles
  26. Buckaroo
  27. Whirlwind

Funny German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Names

  1. Sir Wag-a-Lot
  2. Bark Twain
  3. Sir-Barks-Alot
  4. Barkley
  5. Wuffle
  6. Sniffy Longdroppings
  7. Bark Ruffalo
  8. Woofgang Pup
  9. Chewbacca
  10. Puptart
  11. Snoop Dog
  12. Slobber King
  13. Lady PawPaw
  14. Hairy Pawter
  15. Sir Waggington
  16. Pawsanova
  17. Waggles
  18. Pup Tart
  19. Dogzilla
  20. Bark Kent
  21. Paw McCartney
  22. Poochini
  23. Droolius Caesar

German-Inspired German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Schnitzel
  2. Heidelberg
  3. Quark
  4. Marzipan
  5. Pumpernickel
  6. Viersen
  7. Wiesbaden
  8. Eiskaffee – (Iced Coffee)
  9. Frikadelle – (Meat Patty)
  10. Gugelhupf – (Bundt Cake)
  11. Hefeweizen – (Wheat Beer)
  12. Igel – (Hedgehog)
  13. Jäger – (Hunter)
  14. Käsekuchen – (Cheesecake)
  15. Lebkuchen – (Gingerbread)
  16. Greta (German name meaning “pearl”)
  17. König – King
  18. Ludwig (German name meaning “famous warrior”)
  19. Riesling – (type of white wine)
  20. Trüffel
  21. Bratwurst – (type of sausage)
  22. Eisbein (pork knuckle)
  23. Frankfurter (type of sausage)
  24. Hackbraten – (Meatloaf)
  25. Kartoffelpuffer – (Potato pancakes) 

Good German Shorthaired Pointer Name Suggestions

  1. Fritz
  2. Otto
  3. Anka
  4. Hanna
  5. Theo
  6. Lottie
  7. Hugo
  8. Frieda
  9. Gustav
  10. Hilda
  11. Rudolf
  12. Ingrid
  13. Wilhelm
  14. Klara
  15. Heinrich
  16. Liesl
  17. Dietrich
  18. Gretchen
  19. Siegfried
  20. Heidi
  21. Friedrich
  22. Marta
  23. Gunther
  24. Helga
  25. Egon
  26. Ursula
  27. Gerhard
  28. Minna
  29. Siegmund
  30. Irma
  31. Hermann
  32. Leni
  33. Dietmar
  34. Berta
  35. Erwin

Great German Shorthaired Pointer Name Ideas

  1. Adler (Eagle in German)
  2. Blitz (Lightning in German)
  3. Clara
  4. Dieter
  5. Elke
  6. Falk (Falcon in German)
  7. Gerda
  8. Heinz
  9. Ida
  10. Krista
  11. Lorenz
  12. Mina
  13. Norbert
  14. Olga
  15. Poldi (short for Leopold)
  16. Quirin (an ancient German name)
  17. Rolf
  18. Selma
  19. Torben (Thor’s bear in ancient German)
  20. Ulf (Wolf in ancient German)
  21. Vera
  22. Walther
  23. Xaver (a traditional Bavarian name)
  24. Yara
  25. Ziska
  26. Armin
  27. Dora
  28. Emil
  29. Fritzi (pet form of Friedrich)
  30. Gusti (pet form of Augusta)
  31. Hansi (pet form of Hans)
  32. Ilsa (form of Elizabeth)
  33. Joki (Joy in ancient German)
  34. Kalle (pet form of Karl)
  35. Lene (pet form of Helene)
  36. Mischa (pet form of Michael)
  37. Niki (pet form of Nikolaus)

Literary-Inspired Names for German Shorthaired Pointer Dogs

  1. Sherlock (Inspired by Sherlock Holmes)
  2. Atticus (From “To Kill a Mockingbird”)
  3. Pip (From “Great Expectations”)
  4. Darcy (From “Pride and Prejudice”)
  5. Gatsby (From “The Great Gatsby”)
  6. Holden (From “The Catcher in the Rye”)
  7. Bilbo (From “The Hobbit”)
  8. Frodo (From “The Lord of the Rings”)
  9. Poirot (From Agatha Christie’s novels)
  10. Moby (From “Moby Dick”)
  11. Bronte (Inspired by the Bronte sisters)
  12. Hemingway (After Ernest Hemingway)
  13. Austen (After Jane Austen)
  14. Orwell (After George Orwell)
  15. Huckleberry (From “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”)
  16. Jeeves (From P.G. Wodehouse’s novels)
  17. Beowulf (From “Beowulf”)
  18. Heathcliff (From “Wuthering Heights”)
  19. Quixote (From “Don Quixote”)
  20. Marlowe (From the novels of Raymond Chandler)
  21. Desdemona (From “Othello”)
  22. Lolita (From “Lolita”)
  23. Proust (After Marcel Proust)
  24. Dumas (After Alexandre Dumas)
  25. Ender (From “Ender’s Game”)
  26. Rhett (From “Gone with the Wind”)
  27. Scarlett (From “Gone with the Wind”)

Location-Inspired German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. Sydney (Australia)
  2. Bronx (New York City)
  3. Casablanca (Morocco)
  4. Oslo (Norway)
  5. Cairo (Egypt)
  6. Aspen (Colorado)
  7. Capri (Italy)
  8. Nevada (USA)
  9. Alaska (USA)
  10. Java (Indonesia)
  11. Havana (Cuba)
  12. Galway (Ireland)
  13. Nairobi (Kenya)
  14. Zurich (Switzerland)
  15. Rio (Brazil)
  16. Geneva (Switzerland)
  17. Sicily (Italy)
  18. Maui (Hawaii)
  19. Borneo (Indonesia)
  20. Berlin (Germany)
  21. Odessa (Ukraine)
  22. Dallas (Texas)
  23. Everest (After Mount Everest)
  24. Barcelona (Spain)
  25. Vienna (Austria)
  26. Montana (USA)
  27. Seattle (Washington)
  28. Derby (England)
  29. Marseille (France)
  30. Memphis (Tennessee)
  31. Quebec (Canada)
  32. Venice (Italy)
  33. Sahara (Desert)
  34. Orleans (Louisiana)

Male German Shorthaired Pointer Name Suggestions

  1. Buster
  2. Rocky
  3. Jackson
  4. Loki
  5. Samson
  6. Toby
  7. Bailey
  8. Benny
  9. Teddy
  10. Jake
  11. Winston
  12. Oreo
  13. Titan
  14. Ace
  15. Cody
  16. Spike

Memorable German Shorthaired Pointer Names

  1. Chase 
  2. Indie
  3. Legend
  4. Mako
  5. Pilot
  6. Quark
  7. Stryker
  8. Torrent
  9. Ulysses
  10. Warden
  11. Xerxes
  12. Atom
  13. Cosmos
  14. Drift
  15. Ember
  16. Flare
  17. Gusto
  18. Hitch
  19. Ionic
  20. Jinx
  21. Kestrel
  22. Nomad

Nature-Inspired German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Name Ideas

  1. River
  2. Storm
  3. Canyon
  4. Oak
  5. Rain
  6. Forest
  7. Aurora
  8. Thunder
  9. Tundra
  10. Meadow
  11. Maple
  12. Sage
  13. Flint
  14. Sky
  15. Pebble
  16. Fern
  17. Quartz
  18. Cedar
  19. Onyx
  20. Sequoia
  21. Frost
  22. Dune
  23. Coral
  24. Ivy
  25. Cliff
  26. Hail
  27. Reed
  28. Delta
  29. Moss
  30. Terra
  31. Brook
  32. Shell
  33. Ash
  34. Pearl

Popular German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Names

  1. Baxter
  2. Charlie
  3. Harley
  4. Finn
  5. Chloe
  6. Molly
  7. Murphy
  8. Tucker
  9. Misty
  10. Coco
  11. Watson
  12. Roscoe
  13. Sadie
  14. Piper
  15. Ava
  16. Riley
  17. Gus
  18. Maddy
  19. Penny
  20. Ella
  21. Archie 
  22. Koda
  23. Gigi

Quirky German Shorthaired Pointer Name Ideas

  1. Rascal
  2. Twizzle
  3. Noodle
  4. Bumblebee
  5. Doodle
  6. Pickle
  7. Hobnob
  8. Pogo
  9. Skittles
  10. Jello
  11. Tiddlywinks
  12. Scrabble
  13. Sprocket
  14. Queso
  15. Whizbang
  16. Fizz
  17. Lollipop
  18. Snuffle
  19. Boogie
  20. Flipflop
  21. Puddles
  22. Dimple
  23. Yo-Yo
  24. Wombat
  25. Zonk

Royalty-Inspired Names for German Shorthaired Pointer Dogs

  1. Duchess
  2. Regent
  3. Sultan
  4. Majestic
  5. Queenie
  6. Czar
  7. Monarch
  8. Pasha
  9. Earl
  10. Noble
  11. Princess
  12. Baron
  13. Tsarina
  14. Majordomo
  15. Viceroy
  16. Viscount
  17. Caesar
  18. Knight
  19. Raja
  20. Majesty
  21. Pharaoh
  22. Marquess
  23. Baroness
  24. Empress
  25. Dauphin
  26. Sovereign
  27. Lord
  28. Kaiser
  29. Governor
  30. Highlander

Strong Names for a German Shorthaired Pointer Dog

  1. Fury
  2. Spartan
  3. Hercules
  4. Magnum
  5. Tank 
  6. Rock
  7. Hammer
  8. Bullet
  9. Raptor
  10. Jagger
  11. Summit
  12. Steel
  13. Striker
  14. Gladiator
  15. Beast
  16. Bruiser
  17. Avalanche
  18. Legion
  19. Crusher
  20. Puma
  21. Wolverine

Unique German Shorthaired Pointer Name Suggestions

  1. Pegasus
  2. Dasher
  3. Serenade
  4. Goliath
  5. Persimmon
  6. Mariner
  7. Solstice
  8. Juniper
  9. Maelstrom
  10. Fable
  11. Lancer
  12. Quasar
  13. Minstrel
  14. Galadriel
  15. Saffron
  16. Calypso
  17. Rialto
  18. Stardust
  19. Evergreen
  20. Elixir
  21. Valkyrie
  22. Polaris
  23. Capricorn
  24. Zenith

Do’s and Don’ts When Naming Your German Shorthaired Pointer

Naming your new German Shorthaired Pointer is an exciting and important task. Here are some do’s and don’ts to consider when choosing a name for your furry friend:

Do’s:

  • Consider the Dog’s Personality: Each dog is unique, and their name should reflect their individual characteristics. A playful and active dog might suit a name like ‘Pogo’, while a more regal, dignified dog might be better suited to ‘Sovereign’.
  • Keep It Short and Sweet: It is often easier for dogs to recognize and respond to shorter names. Names with one or two syllables are generally a good choice.
  • Test It Out Loud: Say the name out loud a few times to ensure it rolls off your tongue easily. This is especially important for training and commands.
  • Make It Unique: A unique name, such as ‘Galadriel’, will ensure your dog stands out at the dog park. It’s also a great conversation starter!

Don’ts:

  • Avoid Common Commands: Avoid names that sound like common commands such as ‘sit’, ‘stay’, or ‘fetch’. This could confuse your dog during training.
  • Don’t Rush the Decision: Take your time and test out a few different names before you make your final decision. You might find that a name grows on you over time or that a name you initially loved doesn’t really fit your dog.
  • Steer Clear of Negative Connotations: It’s best to avoid names with negative connotations. You want your dog’s name to be a positive reflection of their personality and your bond together.
  • Avoid Overly Long or Complicated Names: Names that are difficult to pronounce or remember can be problematic. Remember, you’ll be using this name in public places, so it’s best to keep it simple and easy to call out.

Final Thoughts

Choosing a name for your German Shorthaired Pointer is an exciting and important decision. It’s the first step in building a strong bond with your furry friend, so take the time to choose a name that you both love. It may seem like a small detail, but it can make a big impact on your dog’s life and your relationship with them.

Keep these tips in mind when making your decision, and have fun finding the perfect name for your new companion!

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Julia Jenkins

Julia Jenkins

Julia Jenkins is the founder and chief editor of Pet Dog Training Today. She is a qualified dog trainer and a member of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT). Her aim is to help owners to better understand their dogs so they can live a harmonious life together.


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