100 Frenchie Names, Grouped by Theme (Because "Potato" Is Taken in Your Group Chat)

You brought home a French Bulldog. Congratulations. You now own a small, loud, bat-eared loaf that snores like a leaf blower and believes your pillow is community property.

Now it needs a name.

We're a family in Lehi, Utah, with seven English bulldogs. Frenchies are their smaller, pointier-eared cousins who got the same snore in a travel size. We spend our days laser-engraving tags for dogs exactly like yours, so we've seen a lot of names. Some were great. Some were "Dog." We're not here to judge. We're here to help you do better than "Dog."

Below are 100 Frenchie names, grouped by theme. Pick one that fits your dog's personality, or the personality you're hoping they'll grow into. (They won't. But hope is free.)

Actually French Names (For the Purists)

Your dog is technically French. Lean in. These names work whether you're in Paris, Pensacola, or a Publix parking lot.

1. Pierre: Sounds like he owns a vineyard. Owns a chew toy.
2. Margot: Elegant. Will still eat a sock.
3. Gigi: Short, sassy, fits on any tag.
4. Remy: For the Frenchie who's definitely been in the kitchen.
5. Colette: Classy enough for brunch, wild enough to steal yours.
6. Jacques: Say it with a shrug.
7. Lulu: Impossible to yell angrily. That's the point.
8. Bijou: Means "jewel." Acts like one. Demands to be carried like one.
9. Amélie: For the whimsical little weirdo.
10. Gaston: Big personality. Bigger ego. Small legs.

Pastry and Snack Names (Because Look at Them)

Frenchies are shaped like baked goods. This is not an insult. It's a fact supported by every photo on your phone.

1. Croissant: Curls up exactly like one.
2. Brioche: Soft, round, slightly buttery-looking.
3. Crêpe: Flat. Usually on the couch.
4. Baguette: Ironic if your dog is a perfect circle.
5. Macaron: Fancy, colorful, expensive to maintain.
6. Éclair: Sweet outside, chaos filling.
7. Beignet: A little French, a little New Orleans, all powdered-sugar energy.
8. Truffle: Fancy. Also sniffs the ground constantly.
9. Nugget: The universal small-dog name. Earned its spot.
10. Waffle: For the Frenchie with wrinkles you could pour syrup into.

Florida Beach Names (Sun, Sand, and Strategic Shade)

Plenty of our tags end up on dogs living the Florida life. One honest note: Frenchies and heat do not get along. Those squished faces make cooling down hard, so beach days mean early mornings, shade, water, and an air-conditioned retreat. Name them after the beach. Let them enjoy it from under the umbrella.

1. Key Lime: Tart. Sweet. Very Florida.
2. Mango: Bright, juicy personality.
3. Sandy: Will bring the beach home in every wrinkle.
4. Coconut: Hard to crack. Soft inside.
5. Gator: Tiny dog, big Florida energy.
6. Pelican: Will dive for dropped food.
7. Biscayne: Sounds like a yacht. Is a snorer.
8. Sunny: For the optimist. Or the one who lies in sunbeams like a lizard.
9. Marlin: Big fish name for a small dog with big-fish confidence.
10. Flip Flop: Because that's the sound of them trotting down the hall.

Tiny Tough Guy Names (Irony Is a Love Language)

There's nothing funnier than a 22-pound dog named after a monster truck. Our English bulldogs back us up here. Nobody takes "Tank" seriously when he's asleep upside down.

1. Tank: Built like one. Moves like a parked one.
2. Brutus: Roman emperor energy. Bathtime meltdown energy.
3. Bruiser: Bruises nothing. Bruised by a falling leaf.
4. Moose: For the chunky boy.
5. Diesel: Runs loud. Smells about right.
6. Rocco: Sounds like he knows a guy.
7. Duke: Small kingdom. Big attitude.
8. Boss: He is not the boss. He thinks he is.
9. Rambo: Afraid of the vacuum.
10. Thor: God of thunder. Also god of under-the-blanket.

Old Person Names (Frenchies Are Born Retired)

French Bulldogs come out of the box acting like they've already done 40 years at the plant. Give them a name that matches their aura of a guy complaining about the thermostat.

1. Gerald: Wants to see a manager.
2. Doris: Has opinions about your shoes.
3. Walter: Naps at 2. Naps at 3. Naps at 4.
4. Mildred: Suspicious of strangers. And friends.
5. Harold: Groans getting off the couch. Was on the couch for nine minutes.
6. Bernice: Bridge club president. Treat club treasurer.
7. Frank: Says exactly what he means. Usually with a snort.
8. Gladys: Sweet as pie. Will still bite your ankle.
9. Murray: Retired in Boca. Mentally.
10. Edna: Strict. Loving. Will not be rushed.

Bat Ear and Gadget Names (Antennas Not Included)

Those ears pick up the sound of a cheese wrapper from three rooms away. Name them accordingly.

1. Radar: Hears snacks. Ignores "come here."
2. Yoda: The resemblance is uncanny. You know it.
3. Gremlin: Do not feed after midnight. Or before. They'll lie about it.
4. Dobby: Free. Spoiled. Won't give the sock back.
5. Gizmo: Cute until something gets wet.
6. Mothman: For the Frenchie who appears silently at the foot of the bed at 3 a.m.
7. Sonar: Echolocates the fridge.
8. Echo: Repeats every bark twice, for emphasis.
9. Satellite: Two dishes on top, full coverage.
10. Bluetooth: Pairs with your lap automatically.

Snort and Sound Effect Names (Say It How They Sound)

Anyone who lives with a flat-faced dog knows the soundtrack: snorts, wheezes, honks, and noises you can't explain to houseguests. We live with seven of these soundtracks. Trust us.

1. Oink: The first noise you heard. The last noise you'll hear tonight.
2. Piglet: Same energy, more Hundred Acre Wood.
3. Wheezy: Affectionate. Accurate.
4. Tuba: Low brass snoring section.
5. Rumble: For the dog whose snore rattles the windows.
6. Snuffles: Classic. Sniffs everything twice.
7. Hiccup: Small, sudden, a little dramatic.
8. Tooter: You already know. Everyone in the room already knows.
9. Grunt: The noise they make when asked to move.
10. Honk: Sounds like a goose. Lives like a king.

Fancy and Bougie Names (For the Pampered Loaf)

Some Frenchies ride in strollers. Some have more sweaters than you. These names are for them.

1. Duchess: Will not walk on wet grass.
2. Winston: Every bulldog family knows a Winston. He's always the boss of the couch.
3. Chanel: Smells nothing like it.
4. Dior: High fashion. Low ground clearance.
5. Monsieur: Insist that the vet uses it.
6. Baron: Lord of the dog bed.
7. Vivienne: Glamorous. Snores like a trucker.
8. Reginald: Reggie for short, Reginald when he's in trouble.
9. Countess: Counts treats. Notices if one is missing.
10. Bentley: Luxury model. Expensive repairs.

80s Synthwave Names (Our Personal Favorites)

Our whole brand runs on neon, sunsets, and cassette-tape energy, so of course this section exists. Bonus points if your dog wears sunglasses at night.

1. Neon: Bright personality, glows in the dark (spiritually).
2. Miami: Florida icon. Pastel suit not required.
3. Vice: Pairs nicely with Miami if you've got two.
4. Turbo: For the Frenchie zoomies, which last about 40 feet.
5. Laser: We engrave with them. We're biased.
6. Cassette: Rewinds the same bad behavior on repeat.
7. Ferris: Takes a day off. Every day.
8. Maverick: Feels the need. The need for snacks.
9. Blondie: For the fawn or cream Frenchie with rock star energy.
10. Nova: Cosmic, short, fits beautifully on a tag.

Salty Attitude Names (For the Dogs Who Earned It)

Some dogs are sweethearts. Some are menaces in a cute costume. These names are honest.

1. Chaos: Self-explanatory.
2. Menace: Certified. Laminated.
3. Havoc: Wreaks it, daily, before breakfast.
4. Spite: Runs on naps and this.
5. Trouble: You were warned. You said yes anyway.
6. Riot: Small dog. Big mouth.
7. Mayhem: Your throw pillows already know.
8. Bandit: Steals food, socks, and hearts, in that order.
9. Rascal: Grandma-approved menace.
10. Pepper: Little, spicy, gets in everything.

How to Pick the Right Name (From People Who Engrave Them for a Living)

A few practical tips from the engraving bench:

• Shorter names read better on tags. "Gigi" fits big and bold. "Sir Reginald Waffleton III" fits too, but in very small letters. Your call.
• Say it out loud, angrily, in public. You will yell this name at a dog park. Make sure you're okay with strangers hearing "TOOTER, NO."
• Avoid names that sound like commands. "Kit" sounds like "sit." "Bo" sounds like "no." Your dog will be confused, though honestly, they were going to ignore you anyway.
• Give it a week. Sometimes a dog grows into a name. Sometimes they make it obvious you got it wrong.

Once you've got a name, pair it with a line that fits. Our Frenchie tags page has plenty for flat-faced dogs, and so does the bulldog page: "Snorts. Means it." "Built for comfort, not speed." "Velcro dog. Will not detach." The saying goes on the front; name and phone number go on the back. More on that in what to put on a dog tag, and if you also have a big cousin at home, see bulldog names.

Found the perfect name? Put it on something that'll survive the dog park, the beach, and a Frenchie who rolls in everything. Our laser-engraved tags, built in the builder, are made by a family that knows the snore personally.