Are you looking to add a cute little Shih Tzu dog to your family? Shih Tzu dogs are widely known for their silky fur, small snouts, and big round eyes. They have floppy ears and short postures. They have long hair so an occasional trip to the salon for the Shih Tzu haircuts can enhance the beauty of your pet even more.

A charming dog like this surely deserves a charming name as you will be calling them by that name forever. So, without any delay just delve into the following 150 names best suited for Shih Tzu and choose one for your pet.

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Names for Shih Tzu Girls

A feminine name for dog that’s cute, elegant, and easy to pronounce are listed below:

1. Daisy

Daisy means ‘Day’s Eye’ as the flower opens its petals in the daytime. A perfect name for the cheerful Shih Tzu.

2. Lola

The name stands for ‘Lady of Sorrow’. The one who understands the sorrows in life.

3. Gracie

A graceful name for your pet, Gracie signifies ‘Faithful’.

4. Lexi

Lexi is one of the popular Greek names that stands for ‘Defender of Man’.

5. Sasha

Feminine name for Shih Tzu, Sasha means ‘Defender of Humankind’.

6. Winnie

Winnie belongs to the Welsh origin meaning ‘White and Smooth; Fair one; Soft; Joy and Peace’.

7. Layla

Layla represents ‘Dark Beauty’.

8. Lily

The name of a flower, Lily is a symbol of ‘Purity’.

9. Stella

Stella means ‘Star’. A perfect name for the star of your family.

10. Izzy

Belonging to Hebrew origin, Izzy means ‘God’s promise’.

11. Millie

As soft is the name, the meaning’s heavy. Millie means ‘Gentle Strength; Strong in Work’.

12. Lucy

Derived from the Latin word “Lux”, Lucy stands for ‘Light’.

13. Phoebe

The name means ‘Radiant; Bright; Clear’.

14. Dolly

The name is of British origin meaning ‘Gift of God’.

15. Mia

Mia means ‘Mine’. For your one and only lovable dog.

Names For Shih Tzu Boys

If you are looking for a masculine name for your macho Shih Tzu, you have landed in the right place. When you pick a name, pick a name that matches the character of the dog. Here are a few names for the Shih Tzu boys.

16. Oreo

Derived from the Spanish word “Oro”, Oreo means ‘Gold’.

17. Max

With German, English, and Aboriginal roots, Max stands for ‘Greatest’.

18. Cooper

A masculine, classic dog name that means ‘Barrel Maker’.

19. Oliver

The name for a pet gives the meaning of ‘Calmness; Serenity’.

20. Murphy

Belonging to American origin, Murphy means ‘Sea Fighter; Sea Warrior’.

21. Ace

An English name meaning ‘One Who Excels’.

22. Rocco

An Italian name, Rocco means ‘Battle Cry’.

23. Duke

Duke means ‘Leader of the Herd’.

24. Marley

The name Marley stands for ‘Marshy Meadow; Pleasant Wood’.

25. Chase

Chase is ‘A Hunts-Man’.

26. Toby

The name signifies ‘God is Good’.

27. Winston

For a joyful pet, Winston means ‘Joyful Stone’. A perfect name for Shih Tzu.

28. Tucker

For a mischievous Shih Tzu, Tucker is a perfect name. It means ‘To Tease’. 

29. Cody

The name means ‘Reassuring’.

30. Theo

Belonging to the Greek origin, Theo means ‘God’s Gift’.

Funny Shih Tzu Names

You can also pick a name that brings a smile to your face. Here are some funny names that you can give to Shih Tzu and make the dog feel special.

31. Fluffy

Belonging to English origin, Fluffy means ‘Like Down or As Soft As Down’.

32. Silky

Silky stands for ‘Sweet’.

33. Yoda

A name of Hebrew origin meaning ‘One Who Knows’.

34. Wee

Wee refers to ‘Small Size’. A short and funny name as the size of Shih Tzu.

35. Yoshi

A dog named Yoshi means ‘Good Luck; Good; Righteous’.

36. Nova

Nova means ‘New’.

37. Jasper

For the priceless pup, Jasper means ‘Treasurer’.

38. Belle

A pawfect dog name meaning ‘Beautiful’.

39. Chewie

Chewie means ‘Small’.

40. Brody

An Irish name meaning ‘From the Muddy Place’.

41. Ozzy

Ozzy stands for ‘Spear of the Gods; God’s Power’.

42. Sparky

Perfect for the pup, the name means ‘To Scatter’.

43. Otis

The pet name meaning ‘Acute; Wealthy’.

44. Finn

In Irish, Finn means ‘White; Fair’.

45. Gus

The name that suggests ‘Strength and Reliability’.

Cute Shih Tzu Names

A charming Shih Tzu deserves a cute and unforgettable name. Pick one of these cute names for the cutest Shih Tzu.

46. Zuri

A name for the pet meaning ‘White and Lovely’.

47. Fiona

Fiona refers to ‘Fair’.

48. Eloise

A sophisticated name meaning ‘Healthy; Wide’.

49. Simba

Referring to the cartoon character, the name symbolizes ‘Lion’.

50. Casper

Casper refers to ‘Treasure’.

51. Maxi

The name Maxi means ‘Greatest’.

52. Evee

A name of Hebrew origin, Evee means ‘Life’ Living One’.

53. Kiva

A Hebrew name meaning ‘Protected’.

54. Marnie

The English name meaning ‘Experience Joy’.

55. Kai

Kai means ‘Ocean’ in Hawaiian.

56. Dahlia

The name means ‘Valley Flower; Flower of the Valley’.

57. Junie

In Latin, Junie means ‘Young’.

58. Stewie

Stewie is a name for a pet dog that implies a ‘Sense of Adventure; Curiosity’.

59. Suzie

Suzie means ‘Graceful Lily; a flower’.

60.  Vinnie

The meaning of the name Vinnie is ‘Conquering’.

Unique Shih Tzu Names

To this uniquely great companion, choosing a name that’s as unique as Shih Tzu is worthy. It will be a fun as well as hectic task to choose a name that’s unusual. If you are looking for less-used names for your Shih Tzu, explore the list below.

61. Artie

The name Artie means ‘Bear; Stone’.

62. Bauer

Bauer, a unique name for a dog stands for ‘Farmer’.

63. Ansel

The meaning of the name Ansel is ‘A God’.

64. Atticus

The name of Greek/Latin origin, Atticus means ‘From Attica; Athenian’.

65. Kiba

The meaning of the dog name Kiba is ‘Protected’.

66. Nahla

It’s an African word that means ‘Successful or Beloved’.

67. Merle

In respect to the color of the dog, you can call a Shih Tzu Merle as it means ‘Pattern of Colors Used to Describe the Coat’.

68. Poncho

The meaning of the name Poncho is ‘Free’.

69. Reina

The name of Spanish origin, Reina means ‘Queen; Wise; Pure’.

70. Ryker

An unusual name for a dog that means ‘Becoming Rich’.

71. Zephyr

In Greek, Zephyr means ‘West Wind’.

72. Nino

The meaning of the name is ‘God is Gracious’.

73. Nipsey

Nipsey means ‘To Catch or Tightly Compress’.

74. Blitz

In German, Blitz means ‘Lightening’.

75. Cotton

Cotton means ‘Woddy Hill’ in Welsh.

76. Coal

Coal means ‘Rocky Type Material for Fuel’.

77. Creed

For a pup, it means ‘Accepted Doctrine’.

78. Alba

In Latin language, Alba means ‘Fair; White’.

79. Ajax

The literal meaning of Ajax in Greek is ‘Eagle’.

80. Blossom

Blossom means ‘To Flourish’.

Royal Shih Tzu Names

Shih Tzus are loved by the royals and are commonly found in royal palaces. This adorable companion is noble in nature and deserves a regal name. Here’s the list of some royal names that you would want to pick from for your cutest Shih Tzu.

81. Princess

The name means ‘Sophistication; Beauty’. For a beautiful Shih Tzu, a beautiful regal name.

82. Duke

It’s a Latin name meaning ‘Leader of the Herd’.

83. Queen

The name implies ‘Strength; Independence’.

84. Starr

In Latin, the meaning of the name Starr is ‘Star’.

85. Sansa

Sansa stands for ‘Praise’. A perfect name for a praiseworthy Shih Tzu.

86. Victoria

The royal name of Latin origin, Vitoria means ‘Victory’.

87. Charles

Charles means ‘Free Man; Manly’.

88. Fergie

The name means ‘Strength of a Man’.

89. Anastasia

In Greek, Anastasia means ‘Resurrection’.

90. Diana

In Persian, Daina means ‘Messenger of Wellness’.

91. Royalty

A dog of ‘Royal Status’, a perfect royal name for Shih Tzu.

92. Lady

A royal salutation, naming a dog means ‘Dog of Refinement’.

93. Eliza

The name means ‘Consecrated to God’.

Luxury Shih Tzu Names

Who doesn’t love a luxury? Your friendly companion will love the luxurious name too. Get a luxurious name to a royal luxury. The classic, luxurious names are highlighted below: 

94. Charlotte

A feminine version of Charles, Charlotte means ‘Manly’.

95. Queenie

The meaning of the name Queenie is ‘Queen’.

96. Gucci

Strong, Assertive name signifying ‘Confidence and Strength’.

97. Rex

A Latin name for ‘King’.

98. Dolce

In Italian, Dolce means ‘Sweet’.

99. William

A German name meaning ‘Resolute Protector’.

100. Lili

The name resembles the flower, meaning ‘Innocent; Beautiful’.

101. George

George has its origin in Greek which means ‘Farmer’.

102. Stark

In German language, Stark means ‘Strong; Powerful’.

103. Scout

The meaning of the name Scout is ‘To Listen’.

104. Lizzie

A diminutive of Elizabeth, the name means ‘Promise of God’.

105. Fluffy

It is an English name meaning ‘Like Down; As Soft As Down’.

106. Emmett

The name means ‘Universal’.

107. Skyler

The meaning of Skyler is ‘Eternal Life, Strength; Protector; Love; Beauty’.

108. Rollo

The name means ‘Famous Wolf’.

109. Ada

For a little Shih Tzu, Ada means ‘Nobility’.

110. Fletcher

The name means ‘Arrow Featherer’.

Mythical Shih Tzu Names

Fond of mythological tales and history? Get a name with an air of mystery for your Shih Tzu. Here are some amazing mythical names that you can give your Shih Tzu and let them carry it with pride. 

111. Athena

Associated with Greek mythology, Athena means ‘Goddess of Wisdom’.

112. Juno

In Roman Mythology, Juno refers to ‘Young’.

113. Aries

The Latin word meaning ‘Strength; Power’.

114. Apollo

It is wise to name a strong male dog a Apollo as it represents ‘Greek God’. 

115. Hermes

Belonging to Greek origin, Hermes means ‘Messenger God’.

116. Venus

In Latin language, it means ‘Love; Desire’.

117. Leo

A Latin name meaning ‘Lion’.

118. Thor

Thor signifies ‘Thunder of God’.

119. Zeus

Zeus is a regal name meaning ‘A God’.

120. Loki

Derived from the word Loka from the Old Norse, Loki means ‘To Close’.

121. Jupiter

Jupiter means ‘Supreme God’.

122. Troy

It is an Irish word meaning ‘Foot Soldier’.

123. Paris

It is a name of god meaning ‘Breath’ in French.

124. Artemis

Apollo’s twin sister, Artemis is the ‘Goddess of the Hunt’.

125. Odin

Belonging to Old Norse, Odin means ‘Lord of Frenzy’.

126. Pandora

In the Greek Language, it means ‘All-Gifted’.

127. Mercury

The Latin origin name, Mercury means ‘Roman Messenger God’.

128. Pluto

Pluto means ‘Roman God of the Underworld’.

Coat Color-Based Shih Tzu Names

Another way you can choose a name for your cute Shih Tzu is based on their coat color. The most common Shih Tzu coat colors are black and white. Nonetheless, other coat color combinations can also be seen such as gold coat and black mask, silver and lavender, etc.

When the color combination is unique, the name must be unique too. Choose a name based on color for your uniquely coat-colored Shih Tzu.

129. Blondie

Based on the color blonde, the name means ‘Caressing’.

130. Burgundy

A Spanish meaning ‘Reddish Brown Skin’.

131. Copper

The name means ‘Reddish Brown Metal’.

132. Coffee

A name for ‘Dark Brown’ Shih Tzu.

133. Checkers

Checkers indicate ‘Playful; Energetic’.

134. Elvira

The meaning of the name is ‘Foreign and True’.

135. Dove

Dove is ‘The Greek Goddess of Peace’.

136. Java

Java is an ‘Island in Indonesia’.

137. Hershey

It’s the name based on the dog’s coat color. Also, a chocolate brand.

138. Mocha

Mocha means ‘As Sweet As Chocolate’.

139. Noir

In response to the coat color, Noir means ‘Black’. A unique name for the dog that’s black in color.

140. Shadow

Shadow evokes a sense of ‘Strength and Reliability’.

141. Raven

Raven means ‘Luck; Protection’.

142. Rose

Derived from Norman name, Rose means ‘famous kind’.

143. Snowy

To a fairy white dog, snowy is a perfect name. The name means ‘Covered in Snow’.

144. Sienna

A perfect name for a Reddish Brown Shih Tzu.

145. Winter

Indicating a season of the year, winter name fits the white dog.

146. Pearl

To your gem, name it Pearl. It means ‘Gemstone’.

147. Panda

Panda means ‘Wisdom; Intelligence; Brilliance’.

148. Merlot

It’s a color-inspired name. For a Shih Tzu belonging to the dark red variety, you can name it Merlot.

149. Misty

It evokes a sense of ‘Serenity; Grace’.

150. Heather

The name resembles ‘Evergreen Flowering Plant’.