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French Bulldog Names: Chic & Funny Ideas for Frenchies

Dog Names Team
Dog Names Team
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A cute French Bulldog sitting

If you own a French Bulldog, you know two things: they snore, and they are absolutely hilarious. Frenchies are little clowns in dog suits. They have those iconic bat ears, squishy faces, and a personality that is way too big for their small bodies.

When naming a Frenchie, you generally have two paths: lean into their French heritage with something chic, or lean into their goofy nature with something funny.

Here are our top picks for the world’s most popular small dog breed.

The “Ooh La La” Collection (French Names) 🇫🇷

Since they are French Bulldogs, a French name is always a classy choice.

  • Pierre – Classic and cute.
  • Louis – Pronounced “Lou-ee” for extra style points.
  • Gaston – For the handsome boy.
  • Coco – After Chanel, obviously.
  • Sophie – Sweet and popular.
  • Hugo – Strong but approachable.
  • Claude – A bit old-school, but charming.
  • Bijou – Means “jewel.”

The “Tough Guy” Collection (Ironic) 💪

There is nothing funnier than a 20-pound dog named after a movie monster.

  • Tank – A classic for a reason. They are built like little tanks.
  • Brutus – Sounds scary, is actually a cuddle bug.
  • Rocco – Tough and gritty.
  • Bane – “I was born in the darkness…” (until he sees a treat).
  • Boss – Because we all know who’s really in charge.
  • Vinnie – Sounds like a mobster.

The “Fashionista” Collection 👜

Frenchies are the darlings of the fashion world.

  • Gucci
  • Prada
  • Dior
  • Chanel
  • Versace
  • Vogue

Funny & Food Names 🥔

Because they look like little potatoes.

  • Meatball – The most accurate description of a Frenchie.
  • Potato (or Tater) – See above.
  • Piglet – Because of the snorting.
  • Yoda – Those ears!
  • Stitch – Also those ears!
  • Dumpling – Round and delicious.

Whatever you choose, make sure it’s a name you can say while laughing, because your Frenchie is going to make you laugh every single day.

French Bulldogs (Frenchies) are undeniably trendy. With their bat ears and squishy faces, they are full of character. Naming a Frenchie is all about finding the balance between cute, cool, and a little bit comical.

French-Inspired Names

  • Andre
  • Coco
  • Gaston
  • Hugo
  • Jacques
  • Louis
  • Pierre
  • Sophie

Short & Punchy Names

  • Blue
  • Boss
  • Bruno
  • Frank
  • Gus
  • Hank
  • Rocco
  • Winston

Funny & Ironic Names

  • Batman (Because of the ears!)
  • Biggie
  • Meatball
  • Piglet
  • Tank
  • Yoda

Fashionable Names

  • Chanel
  • Dior
  • Gucci
  • Prada

Frenchies are often little clowns, so don’t be afraid to pick a name that makes you laugh!