349+ beautiful names for Miniature Schnauzer - sonorous nicknames for puppies

Choosing a name for a pet is a very important task, because this decision will affect all aspects of your pet’s life. Dog handlers recommend giving nicknames based on the positive qualities of the animal or based on the owner’s hobbies. In no case should you give a nickname with an emphasis on the dog’s aggressive traits or too funny nicknames - ridicule and any other negative reaction from others quickly tires both the owner and the pet. It is also worth noting that the animal will quickly get used to a short nickname, which contains whistling and hissing sounds.

The homeland of the miniature schnauzer is Germany. The history of breed selection is very long and interesting. Their ancestors: German pinschers – rat catchers and excellent guards. Active breeding of miniature schnauzer puppies began not so long ago, only at the beginning of the 20th century. Modern representatives of the breed are distinguished by their ability to get along in urban environments, which makes it possible to be in close proximity with such a four-legged friend in an apartment environment. But nevertheless, when choosing a nickname for a pet, it is worth considering the origin and character of a particular dog.

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Top 50 popular nicknames

The most popular nicknames for puppies of any gender, both girls and boys:

Alpina;
Aralbay;
Baghdad;
Leopard;
Boni;
Bagel;
Bourgeois;
Wiremu;
Volney;
Woody;
Givi;
Jambak;
Juju;
Zvenets;
Iveta;
Imberley;
Karai;
Katran;
Kinky;
Prince;
Leonardo;
Lutifius;
Madiska;
Malcolm;
Manutya;
Nusha;
Penya;
Pippi;
Donut;
Rocky;
Rufina;
Sally;
Santiago;
Stephanie;
Stephen;
Ursula;
Hakka;
Tsaba;
Tsatsa;
Caesar;
Tsea;
Chucky;
Chuk;
Jackal;
Show;
Elberd;
Elizbar;
Este;
Eustace;
I gu.

Funny and cool nicknames

It may seem that funny nicknames are only suitable for small breeds. But: “Whatever you call the ship, that’s how it will sail.” If a formidable large dog is affectionately called “Fi-Fi”, it will be gentle and obedient like a decorative dog. One way or another, nicknames that are inappropriate in size can become a real joke:

For large pets: Angel, Busya, Baby, Baby, Fluff, Karapuz, Pusya;
For small pets: Giant, Sinister, Thunder, Fight, Caesar, Boss, Prince, King.

An original and cool nickname will be the name of the food: Bacon, Banana, Burger, Loaf, Belyash, Sandwich, Bagel, Baileys, Vinaigrette, Dumpling, Cabbage Roll, Goulash, Seltz, Kalach, Cupcake, Croissant, Cupcake, Kissel, Lavash, Honey, Omelet, Lobster, Pancakes, Dumpling, Donut, Rice, Roll, Sandwich, Chuck-chuck, Eclair, Eskimo.

Traditional German names

What name should you choose for your German puppies? Of course, traditional German! Below are possible nicknames for your boys and girls:

Proud Gustav on a walk

Ava;
August;
Adala;
Ansel;
Arn;
Alfonso;
Ada;
Adler;
Adolf;
Arman;
Astor;
Axel;
Alger;
Aldo;
Anka;
Annette;
Arlo;
Audi;
Bach;
Beatrix;
Benz:
Britta;
Brunnhilde;
Bruns;
Bruno;
Boulder;
Wanda;
Walter;
Weiss;
Wieland;
Wolf;
Volda;
Hans;
Hansel;
Herr;
Gretchen;
Gretel;
Gunther;
Dedrick;
Dirk;
Dieter;
Zelda;
Ida;
Claudia;
Caroline;
Kaiser;
Klaus;
Kuno;
Kirsa;
Leona;
Liesel;
Lola;
Liebling;
Liebchen;
Martha;
Max;
Mouse;
Milli;
Misha;
Mercedes;
Otto;
Odelia;
Odo;
Porsche;
Ralph;
Rapunzel;
Raymond;
Rebecca;
Roland;
Rudy;
Seagard;
Stephen;
Stephanie;
Siberwise;
Sofia;
Trudy;
Ursula;
Ulf;
Waldo;
Ulrik;
Felix;
Franz;
Frederick\a;
Frau;
Frida;
Fritz;
Hazelnut;
Heidi;
Heinz;
Khasi;
Hashen;
Hedy;
Hilda;
Schatz;
Schwartz;
Stein;
Schnacks;
Schnitzel;
Elsa;
Emma;
Emmett;
Ernie\Ernest\Ernst.

German nicknames with meaning

Representatives of the German breed have interesting names with the meaning:

August - respect.
Adler is an eagle.
Adolf is noble.
Alphonse is noble.
Aniko – parent, ancestor.
Ansel is “God’s protector.”
Arman is hardy and brave.
Arn – “eagle power”.
Astor is a hawk.
Bolder is a prince, a prince.
Bruns - red, brown.
Wieland - "battlefield".
Vim - helmet.
Voldo is a law or rule.
Hans is good.
Georg is a peasant.
Gozzo – good, obedient, correct.
Gunther is a military man, an army man.
Dedric is the name of the king.
Joseph - multiplier.
Didi is a warrior.
Ers is a bear.
Karl is free.
Klos is a winner.
Kuno is a brave man.
Lanzo - earth.
Lutz is a glorious warrior.
Mathis is a gift from heaven.
Odo – rich, wealthy.
Poldi – brave.
Ralph – “wise wolf”.
Seagard – victory and endurance.
Stephen is the imperial crown.
Ulrik – power and prosperity.
Fed is peaceful.
Hazelnut – famous, famous.
Hein is homely.
Emil is a worthy competitor.

Below are the names with explanations for female puppies:

Adala – noble.
Amalia is a hard worker.
Anina is graceful.
Barbel is a foreigner.
Bindi means “beautiful snake.”
Volda is powerful.
Gabi – “God-given strength.”
Gretchen is a gem.
Zelda is a girl.
Idan is a new love.
Imma – universal.
Kirsa – cherry.
Corina is a maiden.
Leona is a lioness.
Laura is a laurel tree.
Marlis – “beloved of God.”
Odelia is rich.
Rebecca is a cunning, “entrapper.”
Rosvita – power, fame.
Sabina - from the name of the river.
Selma – “protector of God.”
Tabeya is a gazelle.
Ears are a bear.
Feliki - luck, luck.
Hedy is militant.
Alfie – elven power.
Erna – “conquering death.”

Nicknames for hunting lovers

Since miniature schnauzers are born hunters, a hunting nickname is quite suitable for them. For such a caste there is a separate niche with nicknames. After all, when cutting through the air in pursuit of game, you categorically cannot be called “Babe” or “Snowball”, it is not respectable. Therefore, we bring to your attention nicknames for born hunters:

Army;
Alton;
Adye;
Alchar;
Arrats;
Annay (companion, guide);
Astin;
Abbadon;
Alger (smart warrior);
Ardon (bronze);
Astin;
Asher;
Alphon;
Agouti;
Arsion;
Altyn;
Aztec;
Horace;
Gibson;
Helmut;
Gimbo;
Granville;
Gardey;
Grozny;
Zorich;
Zigrin;
Isami;
Ifrane;
Ihan;
Inis;
Cass;
Kishen;
Kuntus;
Lexi;
Live;
Logan;
Michiko;
Miroku;
Milagros;
Prosper;
Prime;
Patrician;
Rhiannon;
Reddy;
Ramsey;
Roscoe;
Stoney;
Selim;
Samur;
Tristan;
Taimyr;
Tunai;
Thanos.

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We will highlight nicknames for girls separately:

Anti;
Atlanta;
Aratama;
Alva;
Arletta;
Aria;
Astrid;
Anika;
Alba;
Akela;
Atari;
Anel;
Bertie;
Run;
Britta;
Brava;
Vida;
Vasta;
Velveeta;
Harpy;
Gina;
Jade;
Dakota;
Josette;
Zora;
Ilma;
Iola;
Guillemot;
Cassandra;
Lyonette;
Lynessa;
Laffey;
Mufasa;
Messi.

General recommendations

Choosing a proper name for a dog is a responsible, but very fun event for the whole family.
The widest field of variations, a testing ground for creativity, a stand for the realization of creative talents. Expert dog handlers do not draw boundaries or “fence” canons: experienced dog owners indicate “directions for thought”, areas that should be given closer attention:

“Miniature” nicknames

Nicknames can contain several words, or they can consist of a couple of letters. Below are short nicknames for girls:

Devi;
Eza;
Zhura;
Zaya;
Zeri;
Zuma;
Cook;
Paw;
Lil;
Lilu;
Lima;
Moose;
Lyulya;
Marie;
Mimi;
Nafi;
Noona;
Oyuna;
Teak; Tisha;
Umka;
Chachu;
Cheese;
Noise.

Oyuna, the thief of hearts
Boy puppies also have their own miniature nicknames:

Alf;
Bex;
Beni;
Bacchus;
Vito;
Goody;
Duck;
Gorse;
Elik;
Elor;
Quick;
Queen;
Lago;
Barking;
Groove;
Packs;
Peter;
Poet;
Tio;
Volume;
Hour;
Chuf;
Chic;
Shkyt.

This breed is often used at international customs to search for explosives and drugs. There is even a competition in the Czech Republic where the winner can receive a cup from the General Representative of the Customs Administration.

Mister Atilla

How to find a suitable name for a dog

One option is fictional characters. You can name a dog after your favorite cartoon character, book or even computer game. You can choose the name of the main character or even the villain - everything will depend on the character or appearance of the puppy.

Famous people are another source that can be used. You can choose a nickname from the names of famous rulers, such as, for example, Napoleon or Charlemagne. You can dwell on the names of the inventors: Leonardo da Vinci, Edison. Or you can name a dog after a poet, writer, musician, movie star or famous athlete.

Service nicknames

This breed, although small, is excellent as a service dog. Among other things, they are also excellent rat catchers. Therefore, dogs in service should have more presentable and serious nicknames. Suitable for brutal males:

Anar;
Atilla;
Baloo;
Golden eagle;
Brown;
Valu;
Hercules;
Gore;
Dexter;
Huntsman;
Zeus;
King;
Clar;
Conan;
Leicester;
Maximus;
Marlo;
Marshall;
Moselle;
Mukhtar;
Nathan;
North;
One;
Hunter;
Ash;
Rex;
Rick;
Rover;
Rocket;
Ronald;
Samson;
Skipper;
Scooter;
Falcon;
Thor;
Khan;
Schwartz;
Edelweiss;
Eliot.

Suitable for girls in the “service”:

Ava;
Aima;
Alpha;
Alaska;
Amira;
Artemis;
Atlanta;
Athena;
Bagheera;
Barda;
Barça;
Belonnie;
Beta;
Bruena;
Vesta;
Greta;
Dogzila;
Dassey;
Zara;
Zaroona;
Irunga;
Spark;
Cobra;
Luta;
Magna;
Naida;
Nellie;
Pantha;
Bullet;
Riney;
Jay;
Sparta;
Theodora;
Tiara;
Titania;
Huntress;
Chara;
Shara;
Yuma;
Utah;
Jarla.

Mistress Utah on guard

Original Russian nicknames for boys

Russian nicknames are popular among Slavic peoples because their sound is familiar to the ear and is simply remembered. However, such a nickname is not suitable for every breed. Of course, northern dogs (Laiki, for example) were created for such simple but loud names, but such consonances do not suit elegant lapdogs and spaniels.

You can choose a Russian nickname based on several features:

Coat color and length;
Place of origin of the breed;
Size;
Temperament;
Physical abilities.

The names of Slavic pagan gods, mythical creatures, heroes of fairy tales and legends are popular: Yarilo, Witcher, Viy, Leshy, Sirin, Finist, Horse, Veles, Svarog, Stribog, Perun, Troyan, Bogatyr, Domovik.

Severe nicknames, hardened by cold and wind, are often used: Buran, Hurricane, Quickie, Thunder, Fog, Whistling, Darkness, Howl, Fight, Thunderous, North, Snow, Snowball.

Nicknames similar to human names are common: Styopka, Stepashka, Pavlusha, Gosha, Evgesha, Seryozhka, Dimka, Timoshka, Svyatik, Filya, Sashka, Bogdasha, Markusha, Shurik.

The most popular Russian nicknames: Mukhtar, Sharik, Timka, Bobik, Tuzik, Bim, Kuzya, Totoshka, Timoshka, Kazbek.

Animals are often named after natural resources or landmarks: Danube, Coal, Caucasus, Don, Amur, Ural, Dnieper, Elbrus, Sugan, Yantar, Ruby, Crystal, Emerald.

Nicknames by color

Very often, a pet's nickname depends on the color of its coat. Dog breeders recognize three types of color: pepper and salt, black and silver and black. There is also white, but in the USA it is denied, which is why this color is not considered to be the main one. Accordingly, nicknames depending on color, for black suit:

Angus;
Arabica;
Arab;
Arbag;
Atera;
Basir;
Base;
Baloo;
Bounty;
Bacon;
Demon;
Blackie;
Blackwell;
Blackjack;
Blake;
Boomer;
Crow;
Giza;
Dagur;
Dracula;
Blackberry;
Zloyan;
Zodiac;
Ash;
Zorro;
Isabel;
Emperor;
York;
Karai;
Kashtanka;
Kiar;
Loy;
Magadara;
Madina;
Marygu;
Mate;
Merlin;
Front sights;
Moo;
Knight;
Night;
Knott;
Onyx;
Panther;
Pirate;
Midnight;
Tattooway;
Shadow;
Tofik;
Tuchka;
Tychney;
Coal;
Coal miner;
Moody;
Harley;
Gypsy;
Charagan
Chamka;
Chernush;
Black line;
Imp;
Black;
Chernysh;
Chorn;
Chryn;
Chuchka;
Shaman;
Schwartz;
Sherif;
Jacobs.

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Stately Black

Interestingly, black miniature schnauzers are more balanced in temperament than their counterparts of other colors.

Since the miniature schnauzer has several color options, white or a combination of two colors, there are also such variants of nicknames:

Ivory;
Diamond;
Arctic;
Aspen;
Scarlet;
Amber;
Asher;
Ashes;
Bad;
Budweiser;
Banana;
Loaf;
Batter;
Buffy;
Blondie;
Bloom;
Snow White;
Blizzard;
Bronze;
Brulik;
Storm;
Bob;
Brownie;
Bruno;
Brown;
Freckle;
Godiva;
Goldie;
Golden;
Granite;
Grayson;
Dusty;
Ditto;
Brownie;
Domino;
Dot.com;
Dots;
Dotty;
Smoke;
Smoke;
Pearl;
Marshmallow;
Zlata;
Goldilocks;
Igloo;
Toffee;
Cameo;
Casper;
Kashtanka;
Coconut;
Cola;
Cloud;
Coffee;
Carob;
Catbury
Avalanche;
Ice;
Glacier;
Leroy;
Lily;
Lily;
Lemon;
Buttercup;
Mars;
Marx;
Honey;
Marigold;
Midas;
Marble;
Frosty;
Mongo;
Mocha;
Molly;
Nestlé;
Cloud;
Aspen;
Powder;
Polar;
Ghost;
Patch;
Ash;
Porter;
Friday;
Motley;
Spotted;
Spot;
Speck;
Rocky;
Pockmarked;
Sandy;
Sled;
Sugar;
Sweetie;
Silver;
Smokey;
Snowflake;
Snowball;
Snickers;
Spotty;
Cpotts;
Steele;
Point;
Pharaoh;
Pistachio;
Flint;
Frosty;
Honi;
Hershey;
Chiquita;
Chinggis;
What what;
Chocolate;
El;
Elma;
Yanta.

What to name a Miniature Schnauzer

So, your Miniature Schnauzer needs a name. Remember that you will call your puppy's name dozens and hundreds of times every day and week! Therefore, try to choose a name that both the puppy and your family will like. A subsequent name change can confuse and confuse him for a long time.

How else can you find a good name idea? Try to remember the names of those things and places that you associate with interesting and positive moments. For example, it could be a vacation spot you remember, a beach or hill, a city you like in another country, or even an unusual exotic dance! Also try to find one of the popular names in poems or stories that you have read or that have been recommended to you.

Nicknames for fairy tale lovers

It’s not that the authors of these nicknames are the Brothers Grimm, but many of these names were found in myths and fairy tales. Therefore, it would be a great idea to christen your pet with a name with the deepest meaning:

Aaron;
Achilles;
Aegean;
Vlahos;
Alastair;
Aven;
Asim;
Burke;
Barnes;
Calvin;
Connor;
Darius;
Dieter;.
Alonso;
Ferdy;
Gabe;
Griffin;
Hillard;
Kadir;
Calle;
Lex;
Liam;
Luther;
Milo;
Olek;
Priam;
Kadir;
Rick;
El Salvador;
Sandro;
Sigmund;
Solomon;
Thane;
Umberto;
Wall;
Vira;
Victory;
Walter;
For girls:
Alessa;
Alexa;
Biddy;
Brenda;
Edda;
Gabby;
Hedda;
Ilda;
Libby;
Lovisa ;
Louise;
Mairi;
Meredith;
Nanna;
Nedeva;
Nate;
Nilda;
Noreen;
Polly;
Retta;
Riya.

Beautiful and popular names

Miniatures, despite their small stature, are selfless defenders with lightning-fast reactions. At the same time, their funny but serious face is touching.

The most common nicknames are:

Nicknames of miniature schnauzers - exhibition winners:

Options for beautiful and sonorous names for little miniature schnauzers:

Lion the Terrible Dog

Geographic nicknames

Giving your pets nicknames based on geography is also possible. Any nickname in honor of the pet’s homeland, owner, or simply a favorite city will do. After all, very often the names of animals are something personal for the owner. Nickname options:

Avignon;
Bavaria;
Berlin;
Brooklyn;
Boston;
Pretzel;
Vein;
Waltz;
Gagarin;
Guy;
Gaspra;
Gdov;
Gzhel;
Miner;
Gray-Voronets;
Grozny;
Guamka;
Gudermes;
Guzeripl;
Gunayka;
Gurzuf;
Hague;
Le Havre;
Gagr;
Galich;
Hanover;
Gweru;
Ghent;
Glasgow;
Gloucester;
Gotha;
Dresden;
Dusseldorf;
Dunkel;
Dietrich;
Salzburg;
Ichikawa;
Cologne;
Kelysh;
Krombacher;
Lyon;
Marseilles;
Munich;
Nikko;
Oder;
Pilsner;
Hopfen;
Stuttgart;
Spätzle;
Elbe.

If you think about it, there are many options for naming your pet; you can spend many days searching for a suitable nickname, because choosing a nickname is as important and responsible as choosing food or a secluded corner for a new friend. It's up to you to decide what to name your Miniature Schnauzer. What guides you when choosing a nickname?

Personal factor

The mini schnauzer is not a decorative sofa exotic. Behind the miniature size and extravagant appearance are hidden personal qualities and amazing working talents. Miniature Schnauzers are rightfully called “big service dogs in a small body.” Bearded dwarfs are smart, strong, fearless and amazingly hardworking. When considering miniature schnauzer names and experiencing the pangs of creativity, it is better to rely on a summary list of characteristic exterior features and a series of personal options of the magnificent German breed.

These cheerful and very driven dogs come in anthracite-black, blue-white and motley-ash. The calling card of the entire family branch is a wiry beard, bushy eyebrows and a dashing forelock combed over the eyes. Small Schnauzers are famous all over the world:

the highest intelligence;
strength and endurance;
restless playfulness;
courage and combativeness;
devotion to the owner and his family;
independence in decision making;
perseverance that develops into obstinacy.

The Russian language is great and flexible; there is sure to be a term in it that echoes the qualities and talents of a bearded pet.

Naming a miniature schnauzer ( boy or girl ) is a difficult, but completely solvable task: the main thing is to show sincere sympathy and true love for the stocky, toothy miracle.

Rare and unusual

A rare nickname will be one that the owner comes up with on his own, based on associations, the dog’s date of birth, the weather outside, and his state of mind. You can mix several letters, for example, the initials of all owners.

The original name will be the name of the planets or space objects: Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Propus, Teyat, Adhil, Phobos, Neptune, Mercury, Alioth, Sagittarius, Cepheus, Eridanus, Carina, Altais, Lich, Nihal, Akhird, Fulu.
You can use trademarks or names of finished products: Bounty, Twix, Snickers, Caprizon, Durasel, Durex, Ford, VAZ, Samsung, Lacoste, Obolon, Jeep, Disney, Jup, Mustang, Peugeot, Renault, Nikon, Ribuk, Nike.