Let’s be real. Naming a dog is fun… until it’s overwhelming. You scroll for hours, ask friends, second-guess everything, and still land on “maybe Pickles?
But then someone says, “What about naming her after cheese?” and suddenly you’re spiraling, in the best way.
Cheese names hit different. They’re cute, quirky, and a little unexpected. And the best part? They totally match a dog’s personality.
Sweet, bold, soft, fancy, there’s a cheese (and a name) for every kind of pup.
130+ Cheese Names You Can Call Your Dog
Soft And Silly Names
Got a cuddler who melts into your lap like a warm blanket? A pup who sighs dramatically when you move too much on the couch? These soft cheeses might be her vibe.
- Brie (classic, gentle, smooth, good for a fluffy lap dog)
- Burrata (if your dog’s personality is gooey inside and dramatic outside)
- Ricotta (light, fun, always down for a snack)
- Cam (short for Camembert, for a posh pup with strong opinions)
- Mozzy (a twist on Mozzarella, great for a goofy little shadow)
Brie works for dogs that like to sleep 19 hours a day. Burrata? That’s your emotional support animal who can’t be alone for more than five minutes without panicking.
Bold And Bossy Choices
Now if your pup struts into a room like she owns the lease, you want a cheese name with some punch. These are the showstoppers, the ones with bark and bite.
- Cheddar (popular for a reason, dependable, solid, and still has flair)
- Gouda (smooth but confident, good for dogs who know their worth)
- Feta (sharp, salty, and full of sass)
- Roque (short for Roquefort, for the fancy troublemaker who eats your socks)
- Jack (as in Pepper Jack, perfect for spicy personalities)
A woman at the park once shouted, “Feta, stop chasing the ducks!” and I swear half the dog owners turned around just to see what kind of dog belonged to a name that bold. Feta was a pint-sized Frenchie with attitude for days.
Fancy And Foreign Vibes
If your dog looks like she belongs in a silk robe sipping bone broth on a chaise lounge, these names are for you.
They roll off the tongue, sound posh, and make you feel like you should be whispering them.
- Manchego (Spanish, smooth, and just a little dramatic)
- Taleggio (Italian, full of character, works for serious stinkers)
- Chèvre (French for goat cheese, light, airy, with a side of diva)
- Raclette (melty, rich, perfect for the dog that always ends up under the covers)
- Fontina (flowy and feminine, great for elegant breeds)
Pronouncing these might take a sec, but that’s half the fun. Taleggio is tuh-LEJ-ee-oh. Chèvre is like “shev.” Raclette is rah-KLET. You’ll get the hang of it. Your dog won’t care either way, as long as there’s a treat involved.
Short And Sweet Bites
Want a name that’s easy to shout across the park or mutter under your breath when your dog’s stealing socks again? These are one-syllable wonders that pack flavor in a small bite.
- Colby
- Blue
- Brie
- Jack
- Munz (short for Muenster, if you’re feeling cheeky)
Short names are especially great for training. You can call them fast, they’re easy for dogs to catch on to, and they just sound snappy.
Blue is surprisingly popular for mellow pups, even though the cheese itself is bold.
Regional And Quirky Picks
Here’s where it gets fun for the real cheese nerds. You can name your dog after where the cheese comes from. Sounds obscure? Maybe. But it’s also kind of brilliant.
- Wensley (from Wensleydale, very UK countryside energy)
- Derby (as in Sage Derby, great for a green-eyed pup)
- Asiago (bold, perfect for dogs that like to be heard)
- Cotija (Mexican cheese, crumbly and strong, like your little bark machine)
- Jarls (from Jarlsberg, Scandinavian and proud)
One guy at the vet named his dog Cotija and when they called her name, he just grinned and said, “She’s salty and leaves crumbs everywhere.” Accurate.
Personality Pairings
Some cheese names just feel right based on how your dog acts. Like:
- Brie for the softie who hates the rain
- Feta for the dog who barks at the blender
- Jack for the all-around good egg
- Roque for the one with the evil genius smirk
- Taleggio for the stubborn princess who pretends she can’t hear you
The name you choose can grow into an inside joke. Or a perfect fit you didn’t even know you needed. That’s the magic of it.
🧀 Classic Cheese Names
- Brie
- Cheddar
- Colby
- Jack
- Monterey
- Swiss
- Gouda
- Mozzarella (Mozzy or Ella)
- Parmesan (Parmy)
- Provolone
- Havarti
- Muenster
- Fontina
- Asiago
- Feta
- Ricotta
- Romano
- Reggiano
- Camembert (Cami)
- Emmental
- Chevre
- Blue
- Cottage
- Edam
- Gruyère
🧂 Soft & Creamy Cheeses
- Boursin
- Neufchatel
- Mascarpone (Masca or Poni)
- Taleggio
- Cancoillotte
- Stracchino
- Robiola
- Richelieu
- Crescenza
- Liptauer
- Dorset
- Stilton
- Banon
🐄 Farmhouse & Country-Style Cheeses
- Curd
- Wensley (from Wensleydale)
- Red Leicester (Red or Lacey)
- Caerphilly
- Derby
- Double Gloucester (Glou or Dougie)
- Lancashire
- Lincolnshire
- Cheshire
- Cornish
- Yorkie (inspired by Yorkshire cheese)
🍽️ International Flair Cheeses
- Queso
- Manchego
- Pecorino
- Paneer
- Halloumi
- Kashkaval
- Tvorog
- Oaxaca
- Kefalotyri
- Requeijão
- Labneh
- Kochkäse
- Fromage
- Tomme
- Mahon
- Jarlsberg
- Skyr
🍕 Fun, Foodie Cheese Names
- Nacho
- Cheezy
- Cheeto
- String
- Puffy
- Slice
- Wedge
- Dip
- Mac (like Mac & Cheese)
- Rind
- Wheel
- Melty
- Grater
- Block
- Crumb
- Curly
- Whiz (like Cheese Whiz)
🎀 Cute Nickname Variations
- Breezy (from Brie)
- Fetty (from Feta)
- Mozzy
- Chee
- Parmy
- Cammy
- Curdy
- Jackie
- Col
- Swissy
- Harty (from Havarti)
- Goudie
- Reggy
- Bluey
- Tino (from Fontina)
Final Thoughts
Cheese names are more than cute. They’re funny, unexpected, and somehow always seem to fit.
Whether your dog is squishy like Ricotta or sassy like Roque, there’s a cheesy name out there that’ll make you smile every time you say it.
So go ahead. Say them out loud. Picture your pup in your kitchen, chasing a ball or giving you that look that says, “you dropped something edible.” Which cheese name feels like her?
Got a favorite from the list, or a cheese-inspired name we missed?