Our Favorite Shih Tzu Girl Dog Names

By Janice Jones    

Need some help coming up with  great girl dog names.  The following list has been compiled from a variety of sources including lists of popular dog names. 

Considering a little boy?  Check our our page on Boy dog names. 

If you haven't read our page on Shih Tzu Dog Names, be sure to check it out. 

Shih Tzu owners are very picky about what they Tzu.  Learn how they choose a name and check out the rules for making the best choice.

Need a name for a brown, liver or chocolate colored Shih Tzu? 
Check out Brown Dog Names

Have a black Shih Tzu?
Check out some great names for Black Dogs

Need a great dog name for a Tan Dog or White Dog?

Girl Dog Names

This is Loni, a brown and white Shih Tzu puppy from New York. Her mama is Debbie, and she named her dog Loni, which means Lion's daughter—a very fitting dog name for a Shih Tzu.

Girl Dog Names from our Puppy Buyers

Want to know what people name their female Shih Tzu puppies?  I went through all my records and here are some suggestions from real people and real puppies.  Feel free to contact me if I forgot your dog's name.  In the early days, I didn't put names on my records.

Tips for Naming Your Shih Tzu Girl

1. Keep It Simple:  The best dog names are short and easy to pronounce. One or two syllables are perfect for Shih Tzu Dogs.
   
   
2. Don’t choose a name that sounds like a command.  Names that sound like common dog commands, such as sit, stay, down, wait, and so forth, may confuse your Shih Tzu. Also, if you choose a name that sounds similar to someone in your family, you'll likely find your furbaby confused.  
   
   
3. Consider Your Dog's Personality and Appearance.  Some dogs have names based on their personality, appearance, or special interests. If your dog has some unique characteristic, a name that reflects these special traits might make sense. Here are a couple of examples:
   -Muffin for a cream colored Shih Tzu
   -Bones for a dog that adores bones
   -A happy dog might be called Joy
   
   
4. Don’t Forget the Obvious.  Puppy might be a good name for a puppy, but how will it sound when the dog is an adult? Pick a name that you will be comfortable with for the next 15 years. Remember, you may need to call your dog if he gets away from you. Be sure that the name you choose is something you can yell. I’m always reminded of the story told to me by a friend. She adopted a Shiba Inu while stationed in Japan. She named him Sake. Living in a private residence away from the army base, the dog got out quite frequently. She would call him by name and use a deep, booming voice when this happened. Neighbors would stick their heads out of their doors and windows to find out what the ruckus was all about.
   
   
5. Do not choose a culturally sensitive name. People often come up with a historical name that they like. But be sure it’s appropriate and you understand the implications it might have. It might seem fine now, but there may come a time when your dog’s name could get you in trouble.
   
   
6. Test the Name:  Include the whole family in the naming process. Then, try out the name at home or a park to see how it sounds.
   
   
7. Avoid Popular Trends: Unless you love the most popular dog names, find something more unique. According to the AKC, girls' most popular dog names in 2024 include Luna, Bella, Daisy, Lucy, Willow, Stella, Maggie, Sadie, Lola, and Rosie (in that order). Yes, I’m guilty of having had dogs named Lucy, Lola, and Rosie over the years.
   
   
8. Do you have a special interest, a favorite character from the movies, or a singer you adore? If you love boating or being around water, consider a nautical name. If your family loves being outdoors, hiking, camping, or gardening, consider a name inspired by nature. While breeding dogs, I always asked my buyers if they had picked a name so that I could start calling the puppy by their name. It was fun getting to know the buyers by the names that they chose:

• Snoopy (not from Peanuts, but from Snoop Dogg)
• Stevie (Stevie Nicks)
• Chewie (Chewbacca) usually reserved for boy dogs
• Mickey and Minnie
• Moya (from old TV show, Farscape)

Frequently Asked Questions

Last Words

Getting a new puppy or adopting an older dog is a joyous occasion for everyone involved.  One of the first tasks is finding the perfect name and this should be done before serious training sessions begin.  There are many different girl dog names from which to choose.  Some are based on food and drinks, others are those considered to be human names.  Keep your dog name short and choose one that reflects the dog's and your own personal tastes.

Did I Forget to Include Your Shih Tzu Girl Dog Name?

There's a good possibility that I may have forgotten to include your dog's name here.  Please help jog my memory.  My omission was not done deliberately.  Please send me a quick note to let me know that your dog's name should be on this list.  I will quickly add it.  Contact Me.

Janice Jones is a Shih Tzu specialist and former breeder with a background in veterinary care, grooming, training, and canine behavior. She has spent nearly 50 years working with the breed and ran a home-based breeding program for 15 years, raising well-socialized puppies. Early in her career, she worked as a veterinary assistant supporting surgery, x-rays, and lab work. She shares practical guidance at miracleshihtzu.com and across social platforms. Today, she enjoys the quiet companionship of her aging dogs, understanding them as they understand her.

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You guessed it, I'm not a trained dog walker.