50 Spooky and Fun Halloween Names for Dogs
Dogs love Halloween too—whether they’re dressed as a taco or a tiny vampire. These names match the festive, spooky season perfectly.
1. Classic Spooky Names 🧛
Names that bring classic Halloween chills:
Dracula — The legendary vampire count
Ghost — Invisible and mysterious
Batsy — Bat-inspired, perfect for night-loving pups
Gremlin — Mischievous little monster
Frankenstein — The famous monster, great for big or goofy dogs
Zombie — Back from the dead, for slow-moving or silly dogs
Bones — Skeleton-inspired, for skinny or bony pups
Shadow — Always lurking, perfect for black dogs
Midnight — The witching hour, for dark-coated dogs
Fang — Sharp-toothed and fierce
2. Witchy & Magical 🔮
Names for magical, mystical, and witchy pups:
Salem — Famous witchy town, mysterious and magical
Hocus — As in hocus pocus, for magical dogs
Luna — Moon-inspired, mystical and gentle
Hex — A little spell, for mischievous pups
Enchantress — Magical and charming, for captivating dogs
Merlin — Legendary wizard, wise and magical
Sable — Dark and mysterious, for black-coated dogs
Potion — Full of surprises, for quirky pups
Mystic — Full of secrets, for enigmatic dogs
Rune — Ancient symbol, for dogs with a mysterious aura
3. Fall-Themed Vibes 🍂
Names that celebrate the autumn season:
Pumpkin — Classic fall gourd, orange and round
Cider — Sweet autumn drink, for warm-hearted pups
Autumn — The season of falling leaves
Rusty — Red-orange color, for dogs with warm coats
Harvest — Season of plenty, for dogs who love food
Maple — Golden fall leaves, for sweet dogs
Acorn — Small but mighty, for little pups
Chestnut — Rich brown color, for brown-coated dogs
Spice — Pumpkin spice, for dogs with spicy personalities
Apple — Sweet and crisp, for cheerful pups
4. Funny & Punny 🎃
Names that bring a smile to Halloween:
Barkula — Vampire dog, for pups with a bite
Howl-o-weenie — Perfect for Dachshunds or howlers
Count Drool-a — For slobbery, lovable dogs
Boozer — Silly and fun, for party-loving pups
Tricksy — Always up to tricks, for clever dogs
Muttster — Monster + mutt, for mixed breeds
Frankendog — Monster dog, for big goofy pups
Wagula — Wagging vampire, for happy tails
Pumpk9 — Pumpkin + canine, for orange dogs
Spookster — Always ready to play, for energetic pups
Holiday Tip
Many shelters promote Halloween-themed names for October adoptions—get creative early!
