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Corgi names: royal, Welsh and funny ideas
Pembroke and Cardigan Welsh corgis are herding dogs from Wales; the Pembroke is famous as Queen Elizabeth II's favourite breed. Welsh names, royal names and food names (they look like a loaf of bread from behind) are all corgi classics.
40 corgi names with meanings
- Kiwithe fruit and the New Zealand bird
- Noodlefor long, wiggly pets
- Tacothe Mexican dish
- Taffyaffectionate for a Welshman; also the candy
- Arthurlegendary king
- Dumplingthe stuffed dough
- Peanutthe legume; affectionate for tiny pets
- Beansmall and sweet
- GuinevereArthurian queen
- OwainWelsh form of Owen
- Nutmegthe spice
- Nuggetlittle lump of gold
- Cocofrom chocolate/cocoa; also Coco Chanel
- PestoItalian basil sauce
- MomoJapanese "peach"
- MorganWelsh "sea circle"
- Merlinthe wizard of Arthurian legend
- BrynWelsh "hill"
- DylanWelsh "son of the sea"
- Squeaktiny sound
- Yodawise and small
- Basilthe herb; Greek "royal"
- Peeweetiny
- Picklesthe snack
- Meatballround and loved
- MabliWelsh form of Mabel, "lovable"
- Wafflesthe breakfast food
- Wigglesalways wagging
- Puddlesfor clumsy puppies
- Cheesepair name with Mac
- Cheetothe orange snack
- Gizmosmall gadget; the Gremlins Mogwai
- Snickersthe candy; giggles
- Cookiethe treat
- BiscottiItalian twice-baked cookie
- CroissantFrench pastry
- RhysWelsh "enthusiasm"
- MochiJapanese rice cake
- CerysWelsh "love"
- Tinyironic for big dogs, true for small ones
Tips for choosing
- Welsh: Rhys, Bryn, Seren, Taffy.
- Royal: Duchess, Prince, Elizabeth.
- Pick a name with one or two syllables — dogs and cats pick those up fastest.
- Avoid names that sound like commands ("Kit" vs "sit", "Bo" vs "no").
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FAQ
What is a good corgi name?
Popular picks from this list include Kiwi, Noodle, Taco, Taffy, Arthur. The best name is short, easy to call and doesn't sound like a command.
How do I teach my pet its new name?
Say the name in a happy voice and reward with a treat or praise the moment your pet looks at you. Short sessions a few times a day work best; most pets respond within one to two weeks.