Lotr Names for Dogs: Cool Ideas & Inspiration for Your Pup!
Okay, here's my blog post about finding the perfect Lord of the Rings name for a dog:
So, I finally caved and got a puppy! He's a fluffy little terror, and I knew I needed a name that was both cool and meaningful. Being a huge Lord of the Rings fan, I decided to dive deep into Tolkien's world for inspiration.
Brainstorming and Googling
First things first, I grabbed a notebook and started jotting down every LOTR name I could think of. I started with the obvious ones like Frodo and Gandalf but quickly realized I wanted something a little less common. I wanted a name that would make other Tolkien nerds do a double-take.
Then, I hit up Google. I searched for lists of characters, places, and even Elvish words. I found so many awesome resources, with detailed explanations of the names' origins and meanings. I found some websites that focused on major characters and another with every obscure character.
Narrowing it Down
My list was getting long. Time to narrow it down. I started thinking about my puppy's personality. He's playful but also a bit clumsy, so a super regal name like "Elendil" didn't quite fit.
- Frodo: Classic, but maybe too common?
- Gandalf: Also common, and he's definitely not wise enough (yet!).
- Shadowfax: It's a cool name, but maybe better for a horse.
- Bungo: This got added as a joke.
I also had to consider how the name would sound when I yelled it across the dog park. Some of the Elvish names were beautiful but a bit of a mouthful.
The Final Choice
After much deliberation (and asking my puppy for his opinion, which mostly involved chewing on my shoelaces), I finally picked a name: Pippin!
It's perfect! He's mischievous and always getting into trouble, just like Peregrin Took. Plus, it's easy to say and sounds cute. Now. I just hoped he lives up to the name, and together, we will destory the one ring!
