100 Vintage Dog Names That Are So Retro They’re Actually Cool Again

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Listen up, folks! I know we live in a world where everything is about being modern, trendy, and keeping up with the latest fads.

But let me tell you, there’s something undeniably charming about the good ol’ days, especially when it comes to naming our beloved four-legged companions.

As a self-proclaimed vintage enthusiast, I’ve made it my mission to unearth a treasure trove of classic, old-fashioned dog names that are sure to give your pup a touch of timeless sophistication.

So, whether you’re a sucker for nostalgic monikers or simply appreciate a name that stands the test of time, get ready to be whisked back to a simpler era where names held a certain je ne sais quoi!

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List of The Best Old Fashioned Dog Names Anyone Will Adore

Refined Classics

  • Cedric
  • Winston
  • Nigel
  • Reginald
  • Percival
  • Archibald
  • Alastair
  • Montague
  • Rupert
  • Quincy
  • Thaddeus
  • Cornelius
  • Augustus
  • Peregrine
  • Clarence
  • Sinclair
  • Cuthbert
  • Thelonius
  • Everett
  • Cadogan
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Down-Home Country Charmers

  • Huckleberry
  • Gus
  • Otis
  • Rufus
  • Cletus
  • Jethro
  • Cooter
  • Clyde
  • Elmer
  • Jed
  • Cleatus
  • Buford
  • Zeke
  • Merle
  • Woodrow
  • Jeremiah
  • Shelby
  • Harlan
  • Leroy
  • Beauregard

Old Hollywood Glamour Pups

  • Cary
  • Bogie
  • Gable
  • Brando
  • Errol
  • Gatsby
  • Valentino
  • Chaplin
  • Greta
  • Marlene
  • Katharine
  • Audrey
  • Ava
  • Lana
  • Veronica
  • Marilyn
  • Bette
  • Ingrid
  • Lauren
  • Rita

Distinguished Gentlemen

  • Walter
  • Franklin
  • Alistair
  • Reginald
  • Nigel
  • Pembroke
  • Winston
  • Waldorf
  • Chesterfield
  • Nottingham
  • Winslow
  • Godfrey
  • Algernon
  • Bartholomew
  • Prescott
  • Remington
  • Beaumont
  • Stratford
  • Kensington
  • Canterbury

Retro Pop Culture Pups

  • Fonzie
  • Gilligan
  • Opie
  • Richie
  • Jughead
  • Archie
  • Ralph
  • Eddie
  • Potsy
  • Beaver
  • Wally
  • Marcia
  • Punky
  • Scrappy
  • Scooby
  • Astro
  • Underdog
  • Ren
  • Stimpy
  • Bingo

Retro Ladies’ Names

  • Beatrice
  • Edna
  • Gertrude
  • Mildred
  • Agnes
  • Ethel
  • Blanche
  • Eunice
  • Estelle
  • Phyllis
  • Mabel
  • Pearl
  • Ruby
  • Opal
  • Dorothy
  • Velma
  • Gladys
  • Hazel
  • Irene
  • Myrtle

What old-fashioned dog names would you add to this list? We’d love to hear!

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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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