Do you know what DOG ESSENTIALS you are missing out? Find out now!
Zack Keithy, our author, is a certified veterinarian technician (UC Blue Ash) for over 6 years (contact him here). The articles written here are based on his expertise and experience, combined with a review by our expert vet reviewers including Dr M. Tarantino. Learn more about us here.
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.

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!
Medical Questions? Talk to a Veterinarian 24/7.
Connect one-on-one with a licensed vet who will answer your questions in minutes.
*Article may contain affiliate links to retailers like Amazon and Chewy. Learn more on our disclosure page.
1. Celestial Bodies (Stars, Planets, Moons, and Galaxies) Inspired Dog Names
- Luna
- Mars
- Venus
- Nova
- Orion
- Apollo
- Astro
- Comet
- Jupiter
- Galaxy
- Nebula
- Saturn
- Star
- Meteor
- Cosmos

Give Your Dog the Style They Deserve – Custom Collars for Every Personality
Limited Edition Designs Available! Order Your Custom Collar Today!
SEE ALL DESIGNS NOW!2. Astronaut-Inspired Dog Names
- Buzz (Aldrin)
- Neil (Armstrong)
- Yuri (Gagarin)
- Valentina (Tereshkova)
- John (Glenn)
- Sally (Ride)
- Mae (Jemison)
- Alan (Shepard)
- Eileen (Collins)
- Ed (White)
- Chris (Hadfield)
- Mark (Watney)
- Lori (Garver)
- Gene (Cernan)
- Wally (Funk)
3. Science Fiction-Inspired Dog Names
- Yoda (Star Wars)
- Leia (Star Wars)
- Han (Solo, Star Wars)
- Spock (Star Trek)
- Chewie (Star Wars)
- Boba (Fett, Star Wars)
- Kirk (Star Trek)
- R2 (D2, Star Wars)
- Neo (The Matrix)
- Vega (Star Wars: The Force Awakens)
- Worf (Star Trek)
- Tron (Tron)
- Zora (Zora Neale Hurston, fictional sci-fi character)
- Jyn (Jyn Erso, Star Wars)
- Lando (Calrissian, Star Wars)
4. Space Dog Names Based on Rocket & Spacecraft Names
- Falcon (SpaceX Falcon rocket)
- Vega (Ariane 5 rocket)
- Atlas (Atlas V rocket)
- Titan (Titan IV rocket)
- Delta (Delta IV rocket)
- Discovery (Space Shuttle)
- Endeavour (Space Shuttle)
- Apollo (Apollo spacecraft)
- Challenger (Space Shuttle)
- Enterprise (Space Shuttle)
- Mercury (NASA spacecraft)
- Juno (NASA spacecraft)
- Voyager (NASA spacecraft)
- Curiosity (NASA rover)
- Pioneer (NASA spacecraft)
5. Space Dog Names Based On Galactic Terms & Concepts
- Nebula
- Andromeda (Galaxy)
- Quasar
- Starlight
- Aurora
- Meteor
- Eclipse
- Cosmos
- Orbit
- Zodiac
- Solar
- Lunar
- Interstellar
- Vortex
- Blackhole
6. Space Dog Names Based on Space Creatures & Aliens
- Greedo (Star Wars)
- E.T. (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial)
- Xeno (Alien series)
- Zog
- R2 (D2, Star Wars)
- Sulu (Star Trek)
- Wookiee (Star Wars)
- Porg (Star Wars)
- Gizmo (Gremlins)
- Yeti (Bigfoot-like alien in sci-fi)
- Gort (The Day the Earth Stood Still)
- Klingon (Star Trek)
- Jabba (Star Wars)
- Raven (alien species name)
- Wraith (Stargate Atlantis)
Who else should enjoy this story? Share it now!
And please follow us on Facebook too!