Boxers are bouncy, muscular working dogs from Germany, descended from the old Bullenbeisser hunting dogs. They are famous for their square jaw, dark mask, wiggly “kidney bean” dance and the way they bat at toys with their front paws. Boxers stay goofy and puppy-like for years, yet they are deeply loyal and protective of their families.
Here are more than 100 Boxer names, sorted by theme, from boy and girl favorites to fawn, brindle and white coat picks, German heritage and boxing-ring names, plus funny names for your clownish, loyal companion.
Jump to: Boy names for Boxers · Girl names for Boxers · Names for fawn, brindle and white Boxers · German heritage names · Boxing-ring and funny Boxer names
Boy names for Boxers
Boxer boys are strong, energetic and big-hearted. These names suit a powerful dog who still thinks he’s a lap puppy.
- Duke: noble leader
- Tyson: fiery and strong
- Rocky: tough as stone
- Bruno: brown and brave
- Diesel: powerful engine
- Max: the greatest
- Zeus: king of the gods
- Ace: number one
- Bentley: sturdy English name
- Thor: god of thunder
- Apollo: bright and athletic
- Hank: ruler of the home
- Gunner: bold warrior
- Moose: big and lovable
- Brutus: strong Roman name
- Oscar: friend of the deer
- Rex: king
Girl names for Boxers
Boxer girls are athletic, affectionate and full of bounce. These names celebrate their strength and sweetness.
- Roxy: dawn, bright and bold
- Bella: beautiful
- Lola: strong woman
- Stella: star
- Penny: small treasure
- Ruby: precious red gem
- Nala: gift, a lioness
- Lady: gracious lady
- Sasha: defender of people
- Maya: dream
- Bonnie: pretty and cheerful
- Daisy: sunny flower
- Remi: oarsman, steady
- Harley: free-spirited
- Xena: warrior princess
- Athena: goddess of wisdom and strength
- Lucy: light
Names for fawn, brindle and white Boxers
Boxers come in fawn and brindle, often with a black mask and flashy white markings, and some Boxers are mostly white.
- Tiger: striped brindle coat
- Stripes: bold brindle pattern
- Tigress: brindle girl
- Fawn: warm tan coat
- Caramel: golden fawn
- Copper: rich red fawn
- Mahogany: deep red-brown
- Ginger: spicy red
- Rusty: reddish coat
- Bandit: that dark face mask
- Mask: signature black muzzle
- Flash: white chest and paws
- Socks: white feet
- Ghost: all-white Boxer
- Casper: friendly white ghost
- Snow: white coat
- Pearl: shining white
German heritage names
The Boxer was refined in Munich in the late 1800s. These names honor the breed’s German roots.
- Fritz: peaceful ruler
- Otto: wealthy
- Hans: God is gracious
- Klaus: victory of the people
- Heidi: noble
- Greta: pearl
- Liesel: devoted to God
- Frieda: peace
- Dieter: people’s warrior
- Kaiser: emperor
- Munich: city where the breed was refined
- Berlin: German capital
- Bavaria: the Boxer’s home region
- Wolfgang: traveling wolf
- Gretchen: little pearl
- Brau: German for brew
- Pretzel: Bavarian snack
Boxing-ring and funny Boxer names
Boxers punch at toys with their front paws and wiggle their whole bodies when happy. These names lean into the fun.
- Champ: the champion
- Slugger: big hitter
- Knockout: stunning and strong
- Punch: signature paw jab
- Jab: quick paws
- Ali: after the boxing legend
- Balboa: after movie boxer Rocky Balboa
- Southpaw: leads with the left
- Uppercut: surprise move
- Biscuit: favorite treat
- Wiggles: the happy kidney-bean dance
- Jowls: those droopy lips
- Slobber: drool happens
- Tank: solid and sturdy
- Meatball: round and lovable
- Goober: goofy and sweet
- Bean: after the kidney-bean wiggle
Bonus Boxer names
Still looking? Here are a few more ideas: Archie, Bear, Cleo, Dixie, Ellie, Finn, Gus, Hazel, Jax, Koda, Louie, Mia, Nova, Ollie, Piper, Riley, Sadie, Titan, Winnie, Zoey.
How to choose from these Boxer names
Get to know your Boxer for a few days before you decide. Is your pup a clownish entertainer, a calm guardian or a nonstop athlete? A strong one- or two-syllable name is easy to call at the park, and a coat or heritage name will still fit when your puppy grows into a 60-pound adult. Try your favorites during playtime and keep the one that gets your Boxer wiggling.
- Boxers are smart but bouncy, so pick a short, punchy name you can say clearly when they are excited.
- Use the name with play and praise, since Boxers love games and will learn fastest when training feels like fun.
- Avoid names that sound like cues such as “no,” “sit” or “stay” to keep training simple.
- Once you pick a winner, Get a custom name tag so your energetic Boxer is easy to identify if they bound off after something.
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Frequently asked questions
What are popular Boxer names?
Duke, Roxy, Rocky, Bella, Tyson, Lola, Max, Stella, Bruno and Penny are popular Boxer names.
Why are they called Boxers?
A common explanation is that Boxers stand on their back legs and bat with their front paws when they play, like a boxer in the ring, though the name may also come from older German dog names.
Are Boxers easy to name-train?
Boxers are intelligent and eager to please but easily excited. Short, upbeat training sessions with treats or a favorite toy usually teach a Boxer puppy its name within a week or two.
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