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Dachshund names: German and funny ideas for a sausage dog
"Dachshund" means "badger dog" in German — they were bred to go to ground after badgers. Their long body and bold attitude make German names and funny food names (Noodle, Pretzel) especially popular.
40 dachshund names with meanings
- SchatziGerman "little treasure"
- Tacothe Mexican dish
- Pretzelthe twisted bread; German Brezel
- Dumplingthe stuffed dough
- FritzGerman nickname for Friedrich
- Peanutthe legume; affectionate for tiny pets
- Noodlefor long, wiggly pets
- Beansmall and sweet
- Kiwithe fruit and the New Zealand bird
- StrudelAustrian/German pastry
- Nuggetlittle lump of gold
- CroissantFrench pastry
- Meatballround and loved
- LudwigGerman "famous warrior"
- Gizmosmall gadget; the Gremlins Mogwai
- GretaGerman nickname for Margarete, "pearl"
- Snickersthe candy; giggles
- ElsaGerman/Scandinavian, from Elisabeth
- Biscuitthe baked treat
- Maxfrom Maximilian, "greatest"
- HeidiGerman nickname for Adelheid
- KaiserGerman "emperor"
- Cupcakesweet treat
- Cocofrom chocolate/cocoa; also Coco Chanel
- PestoItalian basil sauce
- Cheesepair name with Mac
- ZitiItalian pasta
- Nachothe snack; also a Spanish nickname for Ignacio
- MomoJapanese "peach"
- SushiJapanese dish
- Picklesthe snack
- EmilGerman, "eager"
- Nutmegthe spice
- Yodawise and small
- Tinyironic for big dogs, true for small ones
- BlitzGerman "lightning"
- Wigglesalways wagging
- Squeaktiny sound
- BiscottiItalian twice-baked cookie
- Peeweetiny
Tips for choosing
- German: Fritz, Heidi, Schatzi.
- Long and funny: Noodle, Pretzel, Strudel.
- 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 dachshund name?
Popular picks from this list include Schatzi, Taco, Pretzel, Dumpling, Fritz. 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.