133 Shiba Inu Names for Your Fox-Like Puppy

Jessica Comstock
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woman standing in fall leaves with her shiba inu
woman standing in fall leaves with her shiba inu

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Small but mighty, Shiba Inus are anything but ordinary. And with such a unique look and personality, it may be tough for new Shiba parents to find the perfect name to fit. Whether you want to name your pooch after her fiery fox-like look or pay homage to her ancient Japanese roots, this list of Shiba Inu names is the perfect place to start.

Female Shiba Inu Names

  • Shebie

  • Kona

  • Poppy

  • Lucy

  • Kiki

  • Gemma

  • Dixie

  • Amber

  • Lily

  • Leia

  • Nova

  • Arya

  • Gracie

  • Josie

  • Nora

  • Zoe

  • Ella

  • Reese

  • Millie

  • Cora

  • Skylar

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Male Shiba Inu Names

  • Doge

  • Bruno

  • Winston

  • Asher

  • Leo

  • Miles

  • Asa

  • Cosmo

  • Finn

  • Rowan

  • Jax

  • Declan

  • Luca

  • Owen

  • Kai

  • Ranger

  • Tucker

  • Arnie

  • Ryder

  • Jett

  • Otis

  • Dewey

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Cute Names for Shiba Inus

  • Jojo

  • Pip

  • Precious

  • Benji

  • Stevie

  • Topi

  • Dory

  • Squat

  • Rufus

  • Frankie

  • Pixie

  • Charlotte

  • Daisy

  • Rocky

  • Toro

  • Kitty

  • Boo

  • Lulu

  • Buttons

  • Coco

  • Mable

  • Bunny

  • Sheebs

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Best Names for Red Shiba Inus

  • Aka

  • Fiona

  • Rusty

  • Terra

  • Rojo

  • Poppy

  • Copper

  • Brandy

  • Comet

  • Blaze

  • Rosso

  • Phoenix

  • Ruby

  • Bandit

  • Fox

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Japanese Dog Names for Shiba Inus

  • Shiba (brushwood)

  • Inu (dog)

  • Rina (jasmine)

  • Aki (autumn)

  • Runa (luna)

  • Kiseki (miracle)

  • Anzu (apricot)

  • Suki (beloved)

  • Kei (style)

  • Taeko (brave)

  • Tadeo (loyal)

  • Sora (sky)

  • Kiyo (pure)

  • Shuga (sugar)

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Fun Food Names for Shiba Inus

  • Mochi

  • Miso

  • Udon

  • Soba

  • Sushi

  • Shabu-shabu

  • Honey

  • Cherry

  • Muffin

  • Pepper

  • Biscuit

  • Fudge

  • Panko

  • Peach

  • Marshmallow

  • Tofu

  • Oden

  • Donut

  • Taco

  • Waffles

  • Mocha

  • Dumpling

  • Pancake

  • Cookie

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Shiba Inu Names Based on Their Unique Personalities

  • Rebel

  • Miss Independent

  • Maverick

  • Queen

  • Princess

  • Rascal

  • Sassy

  • Dauntless

  • Goofy

  • Rogue

  • Imp

  • Pixie

  • Light

  • Sweetie