125 German Shepherd dog names can provide you with creative choices. Along with a number of traditional German names, a few celebrity names may further inspire you.
German Shepherd Police Dog Names
The German Shepherd breed originated as a working dog in Germany. It has been used for decades in police work. German Shepherds have a keen sense of smell and are highly intelligent. They can run around 30 miles an hour, making it impossible for criminals to outrun them. If you plan to train a German Shepherd for police work, then you certainly want a strong name.
| Name | Meaning |
| August | revered |
| Derek | gifted ruler |
| Fritz | peaceful ruler |
| Gerolf | wolf |
| Gunter | battle |
| Kaiser | leader |
| Kiefer | barrel maker |
| Maximilian | greatest |
| Rainer | strong counselor |
| Stefan | crown |
German Shepherd Girl Dog Name
You may want a German female name for your German Shepherd girl. Knowing the meaning of the name can help you choose the appropriate one to fit your dog's personality.
| Name | Meaning |
| Amalie/Amelie | industrious |
| Angelika | angel |
| Anna/Anja | grace |
| Charlotte | petite |
| Chrisata/Christina | anointed, chosen one |
| Clara/Klara | strong |
| Elke | noble |
| Emily/Emilie | ambitious |
| Erika | wildflower |
| Gabriele | God's able-bodied one |
| Gisela/Giselle | pledge |
| Gretchen | pearl |
| Hannah/Hanna | my grace is Baal |
| Heidie | noble |
| Ilse | consecrated to God |
| Ingrid | beautiful, beloved |
| Johanna | God is gracious |
| Katrina | pure |
| Leizel | bountiful |
| Leonie | lion |
| Lilli | purity and beauty |
| Lina | tender |
| Luisa/Louisa | famous |
| Martina | warrior |
| Mila | child wished for |
| Mina | love |
| Monika | unique |
| Nadine | courage of bear |
| Petra | stone, rock |
| Sabine/Sabrina | of Sabine people |
| Sofia/Sophi/Sophie/Sofie | wisdom |
| Stefanie | crown |
German Shepherd Dog Names Male
You may find a few German male names for your boy offer the right choice. You may want to try a few out and see how your dog responds.
| Anton Ben Elias Emil Felix |
Finn/Fynn Henry/Henri Jacob Jonas Leon |
Liam Luca/Luka Luis/Louis Luke/Lucas Maximilian |
Moritz Noah Oskar/Oscar Paul |
German Actress Names for Your Female German Shepherd
Let the stars of the silver screen offer a little naming inspiration for your German Shepherd. You may enjoy watching a movie featuring the actress before making a decision.
| Alexandra Maria Lara Diane Kruger Dita Parlo Franka Ptent Hannelore Elsner Heike Makatsch Hildegard Knef |
Julia Jentsch Karoline Herfurth Marina Gedeck Marlene Dietrich Nastassja Kinski Romy Schneider Sibel Kekilli |
German Actor Names for German Shepherd Male Dog
If your dog is a male, then a German actor name may be a good choice. You can use both names or opt to use just one.
| Armin Mueller-Stahl Christoph Waltz Daniel Bruhl Hans Albers Jürgen Prochnow |
Klaus Kinski Matthias Schweighofer Michael Fassbender Moritz Bleibtreu Til Schweiger |
German Sports Figures
You can always look to the sports world for inspiration. German Athletes, both male and female, offer excellent choices for your dog's name.
| Name | Sport |
| Boris Becker | tennis |
| Katarina Witt | ice skating |
| Katja Seizinger | alpine skiing |
| Max Baer | boxing |
| Steffi Graf | tennis |
German Composers and Singers
A few of the renowned German composers and singers are another source of inspiration. When it comes to choosing a name for your companion, going with a well-known artist can provide you with some great choices.
| Anja Silja Brigitte Fassbaender Franz Joseph Haydn Georg Friedrich Händel Johann Sebastian Bach |
Johannes Brahms Ludwig van Beethoven Nena (Of Red Balloons) Richard Strauss Richard Wagner |
German Beer for German Shepherd Name Choices
German Beer might seem like an odd place to find inspiration for your dog's name. However, you may decide to try one to see if it fits your buddy.
| Alt Altbier Berliner Weisse Bock Doppelbock |
Dunkel Kolsch Oktoberfest (Toby for short) Pilsner Rauchbier |
Royalty Names for German Shepherd Companion
There's no denying that German Shepherds are a regal breed. A royal name may offer you the ideal regal status your dog deserves.
| German Kings | German Queens |
| Albert Frederick George Ludwig Wilhelm |
Beatrix Matilde Emma Adelaide |
Other Famous Germans
A few other Famous Germans can offer you great name choices for your dog. If you haven't already found a name you like, these people may spark your imagination.
| Name | Claim to Fame |
| Albert Einstein | scientist |
| Claudia Schiffer | model |
| Grimm | Grimm's fairy tales |
| Heidi Klum | model |
| Isolde (f) | Wagner opera |
| Tristan (m) | Wagner opera |
Choosing From 125 German Shepherd Dog Names
Your tough puppy deserves a good name. With 125 German Shepherd dog names, you're sure to find one that will fit your canine buddy.
