Fall Dog Names

Fall, or autumn, is the most beautiful season of all for many. These delightful fall dog names are fit for all kinds of dogs, but especially the redheads and brunettes out there!

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Amber
This name reflects autumnal hues often seen in leaves and sunsets.
Apple
This name is inspired by a popular autumnal fruit often harvested during this season.
Ash
Autumn leaves often turn a grayish color, reminiscent of ashes.
Autumn
This season is associated with warm colors and falling leaves, reflecting a dog's lively and colorful personality.
Berry
Berries ripen during autumn, inspiring this canine moniker.
Birch
Birch trees are associated with autumn due to their vibrant, seasonal foliage.
Boots
This name evokes images of footwear often worn during autumnal weather.
Chestnut
This name reflects autumnal hues and the season's popular nut.
Cider
This name reflects the popular autumnal drink often enjoyed during this season.
Cinnamon
This spice is often associated with cozy, cooler weather and seasonal treats.
Cocoa
Warm drinks like hot chocolate are popular during colder seasons.
Columbus
He discovered America in October, a month associated with autumn.
Cypress
Cypress trees are associated with the autumn season due to their changing leaf colors.
Ember
Embers evoke images of warm, glowing fires often associated with autumn.
Ginger
This name reflects autumnal colors and spices associated with the season.
Goldie
Autumn leaves turning golden inspire this canine moniker.
Gourdy
This name is inspired by gourds, which are commonly associated with autumn harvests and Halloween.
Hazel
The name is associated with autumn due to its reference to a brownish color, similar to falling leaves.
Hickory
Hickory trees shed their nuts during autumn, inspiring this canine moniker.
Hunter
Associations with hunting season, which typically occurs during autumn, make it a seasonally inspired name.
Indi
Indi is often associated with autumn due to its meaning in Sanskrit, "like a drop of rain".
Jack
It's associated with Halloween, like jack-o-lanterns, and autumn harvests, like jackfruit.
Leaf
Autumn is associated with trees shedding their foliage.
Libra
This name is inspired by the zodiac sign associated with late September and October.
Maizie
Maizie is reminiscent of maize, a crop harvested during autumn.
Maple
This name reflects the vibrant colors and sweet syrup of autumn trees.
Moon
Harvest season often brings to mind clear, cool nights with a bright, full lunar presence.
Nova
Latin for "new", it symbolizes the changing seasons and fresh beginnings.
Oak
This name reflects the sturdy trees shedding their leaves during autumn.
Oakley
The name is reminiscent of oak trees, which are associated with autumn due to their changing leaves.
Opal
This name reflects autumn's rich, warm hues, similar to the gemstone's fiery colors.
Otoño
Otoño translates to the season between summer and winter in Spanish.
Pumpkin
This name reflects the popular autumnal vegetable often associated with Halloween and Thanksgiving.
Rain
Autumn often brings frequent showers, making this a fitting canine moniker.
Red
Autumn leaves often turn a vibrant, fiery hue, inspiring this canine moniker.
Ruby
The gemstone represents autumnal colors, often associated with October births.
Rusty
Its color resembles autumn leaves and it evokes a sense of coziness.
Sapphire
This name reflects the deep blue hues often associated with autumn skies.
Scorpio
This name is inspired by the zodiac sign prominent during October and November.
Shiba
This breed's coat resembles autumn leaves in color.
Smokey
Associations with bonfires and the changing colors of leaves evoke autumnal imagery.
Spice
Associations with warm, seasonal flavors and autumnal cooking ingredients inspire this canine moniker.
Teak
Its color resembles autumn leaves and it's a type of wood often used in cozy indoor settings.
Timber
This name evokes images of trees shedding leaves during autumn.
Topaz
This gemstone's warm, golden hue mirrors autumn leaves.
Virgo
This zodiac sign corresponds with late summer and early autumn birthdays.
Woody
Woody evokes images of trees shedding leaves during autumn.

Staying on the fall theme, these names mean leaves or are in some way related to the word.

The end of summertime is always bittersweet. Our days become shorter, and those late-night gatherings outdoors are sadly behind us. But with fall, a new type of beauty rolls in. Red leaves, wet grass and misty mornings bring their own autumnal charm – and many adorable dog names have been borne out of this beautiful transition of the seasons.

Fall dog names tend to focus on red, orange and brown colours, woody textures, and smokey smells. They suit darker-coloured or ginger dogs particularly well, but can work for any dog owner with an appreciation of nature’s beauty. It was extremely difficult to pick a few stand-out names from the above list, because they’re all just so good, but here are our autumnal tips.

For male dogs, our first recommendation is one of this year’s top names – Oakley. A strong, earthy name, Oakley somehow manages to sound traditional and modern at the same time. It works for both male and female dogs, but we've noticed it's a little more popular with boys.

To dig deep into the woody, earthy themes that come with fall, we also love Timber for boys. It lends itself to Tim as a nickname, and carries a strong, masculine sound. As an alternative, we think Smokey is a good name for boys. It’s a perfect name for black Labs, and also fits beautifully for shepherds.

For female dogs, let’s start with one of this year’s leading names. Hazel is a beautiful example of an earthy, natural-sounding dog name that also has a traditional, old-fashioned appeal. Hazel trees provide us with hazelnuts, which tend to reach ripeness at the beginning of fall.

As an alternative, there are two names that aptly represent the red foliage that becomes prevalent throughout the months of September and October. Amber is a fiery, deep name for a girl dog, and Ruby has a similar charm, with the added appeal of being a unique and popular gemstone.

Fall Dog Names currently rank in 57th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of November 2024, fall dog names are trending down with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that they are less fashionable than they were at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation for this category, which suggests its popularity could be seasonal or based on cultural events.

Which are the cutest and most unique Fall Dog Names?

These fall dog names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

Boots is among the cutest of these. If you prefer tougher, edgier dog names, the one considered the most badass is Scorpio.

Gourdy scored high for its uniqueness, which would help your dog to stand out. But if you prefer more common, old-fashioned names, the more traditional option here is Jack.

How does interest compare across the United States for Fall Dog Names?

The map below compares each state by the number of people browsing Fall Dog Names.

The states that love fall dog names the most are Vermont, Maine and Connecticut.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Alabama, Oklahoma and Mississippi.

Which countries have the most love for Fall Dog Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of fall dog names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE fall dog names are Afghanistan, Brunei and Guernsey.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Croatia, Iran and Ukraine.