450+ Chihuahua names

The Chihuahua's lineage is rooted in the ancient Techichi dogs of Mexico, associated with the Toltec civilization. Spanish, as the dominant language of Mexico, offers a rich array of names that honor this breed's deep cultural heritage and vibrant origin.

482 namesSpanish heritageMale & femaleUpdated 2026-08-22

Heritage Chihuahua Names (Spanish)

Embrace your Chihuahua's rich Mexican history with these authentic Spanish names. Each name carries a piece of the culture from which this beloved breed originated, reflecting its spirited nature and ancient lineage.

  1. 1.DiegoSupplanter
  2. 2.FridaPeace
  3. 3.CarlosFree man
  4. 4.SofiaWisdom
  5. 5.MiguelWho is like God?
  6. 6.IsabelMy God is an oath
  7. 7.JavierNew house
  8. 8.ElenaBright, shining one
  9. 9.MateoGift of God
  10. 10.ValeriaStrength, health
  11. 11.EstebanCrown, garland
  12. 12.CamilaYoung ceremonial attendant
  13. 13.Pablo
  14. 14.Alma
  15. 15.Joaquin
  16. 16.Ana
  17. 17.Ricardo
  18. 18.Carmen
  19. 19.Gabriel
  20. 20.Luz
  21. 21.Fernando
  22. 22.Maria
  23. 23.Rafael
  24. 24.Adela
  25. 25.Andres
  26. 26.Beatriz
  27. 27.Felipe
  28. 28.Clara
  29. 29.Emilio
  30. 30.Dolores
  31. 31.Octavio
  32. 32.Gloria
  33. 33.Roberto
  34. 34.Ines
  35. 35.Salvador
  36. 36.Josefina
  37. 37.Agustin
  38. 38.Leticia
  39. 39.Arturo
  40. 40.Monica
  41. 41.Alonso
  42. 42.Patricia
  43. 43.Ignacio
  44. 44.Teresa
  45. 45.Julian
  46. 46.Veronica
  47. 47.Lorenzo
  48. 48.Susana
  49. 49.Marcos
  50. 50.Rocio
  51. 51.Vicente
  52. 52.Consuelo
  53. 53.Martin
  54. 54.Esmeralda
  55. 55.Ramon
  56. 56.Guadalupe
  57. 57.Sergio
  58. 58.Margarita
  59. 59.Raul
  60. 60.Pilar
  61. 61.Daniel
  62. 62.Antonia
  63. 63.David
  64. 64.Cecilia
  65. 65.Jose
  66. 66.Natalia
  67. 67.Pedro
  68. 68.Rosario
  69. 69.Anibal
  70. 70.Soledad
  71. 71.Mauricio
  72. 72.Encarnacion
  73. 73.Orlando
  74. 74.Esperanza
  75. 75.Francisco
  76. 76.Juana
  77. 77.Gerardo
  78. 78.Yolanda
  79. 79.Horacio
  80. 80.Raquel
  81. 81.Gustavo
  82. 82.Sierra
  83. 83.Manuel
  84. 84.Estela
  85. 85.Ximena
  86. 86.Elian
  87. 87.Amara
  88. 88.Paz
  89. 89.Basilio
  90. 90.Catalina
  91. 91.Cristobal
  92. 92.Dulce
  93. 93.Eusebio
  94. 94.Feliciana
  95. 95.Jacinta
  96. 96.Lazaro
  97. 97.Urbano
  98. 98.Xiomara

Male Chihuahua Names

Chihuahuas may be small, but they often have bold personalities. These male names, drawing from Spanish tradition and spirited qualities, suit a little dog with a big heart and even bigger attitude.

  1. 1.RubenBehold, a son
  2. 2.MarcoWarlike
  3. 3.LeonLion
  4. 4.FelixLucky, successful
  5. 5.CruzCross
  6. 6.NachoDiminutive of Ignacio
  7. 7.TitoOf the giants
  8. 8.RicoRich, powerful
  9. 9.PacoDiminutive of Francisco
  10. 10.ChicoBoy, small one
  11. 11.BenitoBlessed
  12. 12.CesarEmperor, head of hair
  13. 13.Armando
  14. 14.Dante
  15. 15.Ezequiel
  16. 16.Fabian
  17. 17.Gonzalo
  18. 18.Hernan
  19. 19.Iker
  20. 20.Jesus
  21. 21.Lalo
  22. 22.Mauro
  23. 23.Nesto
  24. 24.Omar
  25. 25.Ponce
  26. 26.Quintin
  27. 27.Ramiro
  28. 28.Santi
  29. 29.Teo
  30. 30.Uriel
  31. 31.Vasco
  32. 32.Waldo
  33. 33.Xavi
  34. 34.Yeray
  35. 35.Zico
  36. 36.Abilio
  37. 37.Beltran
  38. 38.Cipriano
  39. 39.Demetrio
  40. 40.Eloy
  41. 41.Favian
  42. 42.Gael
  43. 43.Hilario
  44. 44.Indio
  45. 45.Jaime
  46. 46.Kiko
  47. 47.Lino
  48. 48.Melchor
  49. 49.Noel
  50. 50.Ovidio
  51. 51.Pascual
  52. 52.Quim
  53. 53.Renato
  54. 54.Serafin
  55. 55.Tadeo
  56. 56.Ubaldo
  57. 57.Vidal
  58. 58.Wenceslao
  59. 59.Xanti
  60. 60.Yerai
  61. 61.Zaqueo
  62. 62.Adan
  63. 63.Blas
  64. 64.Cayo
  65. 65.Dorian
  66. 66.Enzo
  67. 67.Franco
  68. 68.Gines
  69. 69.Isaias
  70. 70.Jago
  71. 71.Lope
  72. 72.Manolo
  73. 73.Narciso
  74. 74.Pablito
  75. 75.Quino
  76. 76.Ruy
  77. 77.Silvano
  78. 78.Tino
  79. 79.Ulises
  80. 80.Vero
  81. 81.Wilmer
  82. 82.Xaime
  83. 83.Yair
  84. 84.Zolio
  85. 85.Amaro
  86. 86.Casimiro
  87. 87.Donato
  88. 88.Eladio
  89. 89.Fermin
  90. 90.Genaro

Female Chihuahua Names

These female names capture the charming and feisty spirit of the Chihuahua, blending traditional Spanish elegance with a touch of playfulness. Perfect for a loyal companion with a vibrant personality.

  1. 1.MarisolSea and Sun
  2. 2.PerlaPearl
  3. 3.RosaRose
  4. 4.LuciaLight
  5. 5.AdelinaNoble
  6. 6.CarlotaFree woman
  7. 7.DanielaGod is my judge
  8. 8.EstrellaStar
  9. 9.FloraFlower
  10. 10.Graciela
  11. 11.Irene
  12. 12.Julieta
  13. 13.Leonor
  14. 14.Marina
  15. 15.Nerea
  16. 16.Olimpia
  17. 17.Paola
  18. 18.Quirina
  19. 19.Ramona
  20. 20.Salome
  21. 21.Teodora
  22. 22.Unica
  23. 23.Valentina
  24. 24.Xenia
  25. 25.Yerma
  26. 26.Zulema
  27. 27.Adoracion
  28. 28.Briseida
  29. 29.Casilda
  30. 30.Delia
  31. 31.Eloisa
  32. 32.Faustina
  33. 33.Genoveva
  34. 34.Hermina
  35. 35.Isidora
  36. 36.Jimena
  37. 37.Kika
  38. 38.Leona
  39. 39.Macarena
  40. 40.Nieves
  41. 41.Octavia
  42. 42.Petra
  43. 43.Queta
  44. 44.Regina
  45. 45.Sabina
  46. 46.Taina
  47. 47.Ula
  48. 48.Vanesa
  49. 49.Xochitl
  50. 50.Ynes
  51. 51.Zafira
  52. 52.Amalia
  53. 53.Bernarda
  54. 54.Candelaria
  55. 55.Dahlia
  56. 56.Emilia
  57. 57.Felicia
  58. 58.Gisela
  59. 59.Idalia
  60. 60.Jocelyn
  61. 61.Laia
  62. 62.Maia
  63. 63.Nilda
  64. 64.Preciosa
  65. 65.Rafaela
  66. 66.Sagrario
  67. 67.Tonia
  68. 68.Urbana
  69. 69.Viridiana
  70. 70.Yadira
  71. 71.Zina
  72. 72.Aida
  73. 73.Benita
  74. 74.Carina
  75. 75.Dulcinea
  76. 76.Elia
  77. 77.Fina
  78. 78.Gloriana
  79. 79.Hada
  80. 80.Jade
  81. 81.Karmen
  82. 82.Libertad
  83. 83.Magdalena
  84. 84.Nuria
  85. 85.Olalla
  86. 86.Quiteria
  87. 87.Rosalia

Unique Chihuahua Names

For a Chihuahua that stands out, these unique names draw from less common Spanish words, places, or historical figures. They offer a distinctive flair for a dog with a one-of-a-kind personality.

  1. 1.AndaluzAndalusian
  2. 2.CaciqueChief, tribal leader
  3. 3.ChurroSpanish pastry
  4. 4.DesiertoDesert
  5. 5.EspejoMirror
  6. 6.FiestaParty
  7. 7.GirasolSunflower
  8. 8.HorizonteHorizon
  9. 9.JoyaJewel
  10. 10.LluviaRain
  11. 11.MojitoCocktail
  12. 12.NieveSnow
  13. 13.OjoEye
  14. 14.PintaSpot, mark
  15. 15.QuijoteDon Quijote (literary character)
  16. 16.RioRiver
  17. 17.SombraShadow
  18. 18.TazaCup
  19. 19.VientoWind
  20. 20.XoloAncient Mexican dog breed
  21. 21.YerbaHerb
  22. 22.ZapatoShoe
  23. 23.Adagio
  24. 24.Bolero
  25. 25.Canto
  26. 26.Duende
  27. 27.Estampa
  28. 28.Fuego
  29. 29.Gala
  30. 30.Hojita
  31. 31.Icaro
  32. 32.Jaleo
  33. 33.Lazo
  34. 34.Mambo
  35. 35.Nido
  36. 36.Oro
  37. 37.Pico
  38. 38.Quetzal
  39. 39.Rumba
  40. 40.Siroco
  41. 41.Tango
  42. 42.Umbria
  43. 43.Vereda
  44. 44.Xilofono
  45. 45.Yunque
  46. 46.Zarza
  47. 47.Amuleto
  48. 48.Brisa
  49. 49.Corazon
  50. 50.Diamante
  51. 51.Esencia
  52. 52.Farol
  53. 53.Gitano
  54. 54.Hueso
  55. 55.Impulso
  56. 56.Juguete
  57. 57.Lenteja
  58. 58.Maestro
  59. 59.Novela
  60. 60.Orbe
  61. 61.Paella
  62. 62.Ritmo
  63. 63.Suerte
  64. 64.Tesoro
  65. 65.Vuelo

Cute Chihuahua Names

Perfect for the Chihuahua's tiny size and endearing charm, these cute names are sweet, playful, and often diminutive. They capture the lovable and sometimes sassy nature of these pint-sized companions.

  1. 1.Chiquito
  2. 2.Chiquita
  3. 3.Pequeno
  4. 4.Pequena
  5. 5.Bambina
  6. 6.Cariño
  7. 7.Mijo
  8. 8.Mija
  9. 9.Frijol
  10. 10.Gato
  11. 11.Huesito
  12. 12.Kito
  13. 13.Lindo
  14. 14.Linda
  15. 15.Muñeca
  16. 16.Nene
  17. 17.Nena
  18. 18.Papi
  19. 19.Mami
  20. 20.Pipo
  21. 21.Rosita
  22. 22.Sapo
  23. 23.Tico
  24. 24.Vainilla
  25. 25.Wawa
  26. 26.Yoyo
  27. 27.Zafiro
  28. 28.Azucar
  29. 29.Bolita
  30. 30.Chispita
  31. 31.Copito
  32. 32.Cuqui
  33. 33.Dama
  34. 34.Estrellita
  35. 35.Gordito
  36. 36.Gordita
  37. 37.Pelusa
  38. 38.Pompom
  39. 39.Queso
  40. 40.Rayito
  41. 41.Suavecito
  42. 42.Tostada
  43. 43.Uvita
  44. 44.Pepito
  45. 45.Pizca
  46. 46.Bizcocho
  47. 47.Bombón
  48. 48.Canela
  49. 49.Chicle
  50. 50.Copo
  51. 51.Donita
  52. 52.Fresa
  53. 53.Gajo
  54. 54.Helado
  55. 55.Jengibre
  56. 56.Kira
  57. 57.Lechuga
  58. 58.Malvaviscos
  59. 59.Menta
  60. 60.Nuez
  61. 61.Pastelito
  62. 62.Piruleta
  63. 63.Rabanito
  64. 64.Semilla
  65. 65.Tacita

Famous Chihuahua Names

Chihuahuas have starred in films, commercials, and even accompanied celebrities. These famous names, from real-life celebrity companions to iconic movie characters, celebrate the breed's outsized presence in popular culture.

  1. 1.GidgetTaco Bell Chihuahua
  2. 2.BruiserLegally Blonde
  3. 3.RenRen & Stimpy (cartoon character)
  4. 4.TinkerbellParis Hilton's Chihuahua
  5. 5.ChloeBeverly Hills Chihuahua
  6. 6.Mr. BigglesworthAustin Powers (hairless cat, iconic small pet)
  7. 7.MoonpieBritney Spears' Chihuahua
  8. 8.DuckySmallest dog in the world (Chihuahua)
  9. 9.Boo BooSmallest dog in the world (Chihuahua)
  10. 10.PearlCurrently smallest dog in the world (Chihuahua)
  11. 11.MickeyMickey Rourke's Chihuahua
  12. 12.Coco ChanelMariah Carey's Chihuahua
  13. 13.PepeDemi Moore's Chihuahua
  14. 14.Chi ChiWell-known generic Chihuahua name
  15. 15.TacoA common, fitting name for the breed
  16. 16.PonchoPopular name for small Mexican dogs
  17. 17.BanditCommon small dog name
  18. 18.GizmoGremlins (small, cute, mischievous character)
  19. 19.TotoWizard of Oz (Cairn Terrier, iconic small dog)

Chihuahua Names by Coat Colour

Chihuahuas come in a stunning array of coat colours and patterns. These names are inspired by the beautiful hues and markings that make each Chihuahua unique, from classic solids to intricate mixes.

  1. 1.NegroBlack
  2. 2.ObsidianaObsidian
  3. 3.NocheNight
  4. 4.PimientaPepper
  5. 5.EbanoEbony
  6. 6.TintaInk
  7. 7.MoraBlackberry
  8. 8.CuervoRaven
  9. 9.CacaoCocoa
  10. 10.CafetoCoffee tree
  11. 11.BlancoWhite
  12. 12.AlabasterAlabaster
  13. 13.CremaCream
  14. 14.CottonCotton
  15. 15.MarfilIvory
  16. 16.NubeCloud
  17. 17.LecheMilk
  18. 18.AlgodonCotton
  19. 19.HieloIce
  20. 20.CristalCrystal
  21. 21.CobreCopper
  22. 22.RojoRed
  23. 23.ArenaSand
  24. 24.TrigoWheat
  25. 25.DoradoGolden
  26. 26.TerracotaTerracotta
  27. 27.RubioBlond
  28. 28.AzafranSaffron
  29. 29.TostadoToasted
  30. 30.OcreOchre
  31. 31.CastañoChestnut, brown
  32. 32.CafeCoffee
  33. 33.MarrónBrown
  34. 34.MochaMocha
  35. 35.TrufaTruffle
  36. 36.AvellanaHazelnut
  37. 37.CaribeCaribbean (dark, rich)
  38. 38.TierraEarth
  39. 39.CocoaCocoa
  40. 40.EspressoEspresso
  41. 41.AzulBlue
  42. 42.GrisGrey
  43. 43.CenizaAsh
  44. 44.PlataSilver
  45. 45.CieloSky
  46. 46.PizarraSlate
  47. 47.PatoDuck (blue-grey)
  48. 48.CobaltoCobalt
  49. 49.MosaicoMosaic
  50. 50.MoteadoSpotted
  51. 51.ManchaSpot, stain
  52. 52.PecasFreckles
  53. 53.JaspeJasper
  54. 54.TricolorThree colors
  55. 55.AtigradoBrindled
  56. 56.ArlequinHarlequin
  57. 57.VariadoVaried
  58. 58.MezclaMix

How to choose a name for a Chihuahua

When choosing a name for your Chihuahua, consider its feisty personality and tiny stature. Short, crisp names with hard consonants are often best for recall during training, as they are easily distinguishable from other sounds. Aim for one or two syllables to ensure your energetic companion quickly recognizes their name.

Avoid names that sound too similar to common commands like 'sit' or 'stay' to prevent confusion during training. A name that is distinct and clear will help your Chihuahua learn faster and respond more reliably, fostering a stronger bond between you and your alert, intelligent companion.

Embrace your Chihuahua's rich Mexican heritage by exploring Spanish names. This not only honors their origin but also provides a unique and meaningful identifier. Whether you choose a traditional Spanish name or a playful descriptor, select one that truly reflects your Chihuahua's individual charm and lively spirit.

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