Blast Off with These 90 Out-of-This-World Space Dog Names

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If your dog has a personality that’s out of this world, why not give them a space-inspired name?

Whether you’re a stargazer or a sci-fi enthusiast, space-themed dog names are perfect for pups with cosmic energy.

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From celestial bodies like the stars and planets to iconic astronauts and rocket ships, these names are as unique and adventurous as your furry friend.

Keep reading for some stellar options that are sure to launch your dog’s name into the stratosphere!

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1. Celestial Bodies (Stars, Planets, Moons, and Galaxies) Inspired Dog Names

  1. Luna
  2. Mars
  3. Venus
  4. Nova
  5. Orion
  6. Apollo
  7. Astro
  8. Comet
  9. Jupiter
  10. Galaxy
  11. Nebula
  12. Saturn
  13. Star
  14. Meteor
  15. Cosmos
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2. Astronaut-Inspired Dog Names

  1. Buzz (Aldrin)
  2. Neil (Armstrong)
  3. Yuri (Gagarin)
  4. Valentina (Tereshkova)
  5. John (Glenn)
  6. Sally (Ride)
  7. Mae (Jemison)
  8. Alan (Shepard)
  9. Eileen (Collins)
  10. Ed (White)
  11. Chris (Hadfield)
  12. Mark (Watney)
  13. Lori (Garver)
  14. Gene (Cernan)
  15. Wally (Funk)

3. Science Fiction-Inspired Dog Names

  1. Yoda (Star Wars)
  2. Leia (Star Wars)
  3. Han (Solo, Star Wars)
  4. Spock (Star Trek)
  5. Chewie (Star Wars)
  6. Boba (Fett, Star Wars)
  7. Kirk (Star Trek)
  8. R2 (D2, Star Wars)
  9. Neo (The Matrix)
  10. Vega (Star Wars: The Force Awakens)
  11. Worf (Star Trek)
  12. Tron (Tron)
  13. Zora (Zora Neale Hurston, fictional sci-fi character)
  14. Jyn (Jyn Erso, Star Wars)
  15. Lando (Calrissian, Star Wars)

4. Space Dog Names Based on Rocket & Spacecraft Names

  1. Falcon (SpaceX Falcon rocket)
  2. Vega (Ariane 5 rocket)
  3. Atlas (Atlas V rocket)
  4. Titan (Titan IV rocket)
  5. Delta (Delta IV rocket)
  6. Discovery (Space Shuttle)
  7. Endeavour (Space Shuttle)
  8. Apollo (Apollo spacecraft)
  9. Challenger (Space Shuttle)
  10. Enterprise (Space Shuttle)
  11. Mercury (NASA spacecraft)
  12. Juno (NASA spacecraft)
  13. Voyager (NASA spacecraft)
  14. Curiosity (NASA rover)
  15. Pioneer (NASA spacecraft)

5. Space Dog Names Based On Galactic Terms & Concepts

  1. Nebula
  2. Andromeda (Galaxy)
  3. Quasar
  4. Starlight
  5. Aurora
  6. Meteor
  7. Eclipse
  8. Cosmos
  9. Orbit
  10. Zodiac
  11. Solar
  12. Lunar
  13. Interstellar
  14. Vortex
  15. Blackhole

6. Space Dog Names Based on Space Creatures & Aliens

  1. Greedo (Star Wars)
  2. E.T. (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial)
  3. Xeno (Alien series)
  4. Zog
  5. R2 (D2, Star Wars)
  6. Sulu (Star Trek)
  7. Wookiee (Star Wars)
  8. Porg (Star Wars)
  9. Gizmo (Gremlins)
  10. Yeti (Bigfoot-like alien in sci-fi)
  11. Gort (The Day the Earth Stood Still)
  12. Klingon (Star Trek)
  13. Jabba (Star Wars)
  14. Raven (alien species name)
  15. Wraith (Stargate Atlantis)

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Zack Keithy
Zack Keithy

Hey, I'm Zack, the Chief Editor here. I was formerly a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) for a good 6 years before moving on to greener pastures. Right now, I am still heavily involved in dog parenting duties, and it is my desire to share all our knowledge with fellow dog owners out there! Connect with me on LinkedIn, or read more about Canine Care Central!

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