225+ Bernese Mountain Dog Names For Your Big-Hearted Berner

It's time to name your Berner baby!

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You just brought home your adorable Bernese mountain dog. You picked out a big ol' dog bed, tons of toys, and a whole lot of grooming supplies (trust us—you'll use them all on that floofy Berner coat). But there's one last thing your goofy-grinned Berner needs: A name.

Naming your new puppy is a big deal, but luckily Bernese mountain dogs offer a lot of inspiration to pull from. Whether it's their large size, adorable personality, thick coat, or Swiss history, there are plenty of Berner-inspired names to choose from.

Female Bernese Mountain Dog Names

Give your baby girl a name that matches her sweet, gentle and loyal personality.

  • Beanie
  • Bernadette
  • Meadow
  • Mesa
  • Bridget
  • Denali
  • Matilda
  • Millie
  • Anna
  • Roxanne
  • Layla
  • Marie
  • Tara
  • Ruby
  • Kara
  • Eden
  • Morgan
  • Ella
  • Nala
  • Callie
  • Liza
  • Summer
  • Rayna
  • Gabbie
  • Wendy
  • Nessa

Male Bernese Mountain Dog Names

Your Berner boy has a goofy side to match his large, powerful frame. Discover a name that combines the two!

  • Bernie
  • Bernard
  • Everest
  • Summit
  • Vincent
  • Gunther
  • Rocky
  • Lucas
  • Otto
  • Boulder
  • Glacier
  • Ridge
  • Miles
  • Cliff
  • Barney
  • Kyle
  • Warner
  • Pine
  • Victor
  • Wild
  • Zander
  • Gus
  • Haden
  • Saber
  • Teddy
  • Roca
  • Junior
  • Emmett
  • Axe
  • Randall
  • Stanley
  • Payne
  • Freddie

Cute Names for Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies

Your Berner puppy will quickly grow out of their tiny size, but they'll luckily stay a sweetheart forever. Consider one of these adorable names to match your pup's charming personality.

  • Harry
  • Gigi
  • Luna
  • Milo
  • Grizzly
  • Julie
  • Wookie
  • Jelly
  • Penny
  • Wooly
  • Ollie
  • Tinker
  • Ally
  • Stella
  • Riley
  • Sheebie
  • Pluto
  • Gus
  • Nina
  • Cleo
  • Dexter
  • Clara
  • Roxie
  • Daisy
  • Zoe
  • Buster
  • Bolt
  • Tilly
  • Dolly
  • Muffin
  • Tike
  • Evie
  • Pips

Big Dog Names for Bernese Mountain Dogs

While your pup's personality will grow and change, there's one thing to count on as they age: Their big size! Bernese mountain dogs are large breeds and can weigh up to 115 pounds in adulthood, so consider a burly name to match their build.

  • Mammoth
  • Buff
  • Hercules
  • Duke
  • Beast
  • Yeti
  • Boomer
  • Tank
  • Rex
  • Tucker
  • Viking
  • Mighty
  • Titan
  • Brutus
  • Maverick
  • Diesel
  • Bear
  • Oger
  • Hunter
  • Biggy
  • Zeus
  • Hound
  • Major
  • Gordy
  • Bubba
  • Flash
  • Hulk
  • Clifford
  • Gunner
  • Epic
  • Legend

Unique Bernese Mountain Dog Names

While Berners may have classic, picture-perfect dog faces, we know your pooch is anything but basic. Try out some of these unique names to make your pup stand out from the crowd.

  • Tundra
  • Bruce
  • Mako
  • Zizzi
  • Peak
  • Hiker
  • Chester
  • Arrow
  • Wrigley
  • Rocco
  • Foster
  • Willow
  • Otis
  • Atlas
  • Norman
  • Spike
  • Virgil
  • Ryder
  • Baylor
  • Kona
  • Doja
  • Snowy
  • Winter
  • Lana
  • Ranger
  • Oscar
  • Shelby
  • Benny
  • Juno
  • Beeker
  • Kahlua
  • Gunner
  • Oakley
  • Whiskey
  • Callie
  • Tyson

Bernese Mountain Dog Names by Color

Bernese mountain dogs are known for their iconic tri-color coat, which is mostly black with rust and white markings down their face, chest, and paws. And as a new Berner parent, you'll soon get used to finding sheds of their luscious coat everywhere.

  • Brownie
  • Chocolate
  • Coco
  • Chestnut
  • Honey
  • Tawny
  • Auburn
  • Copper
  • Buff
  • Rust
  • Goldie
  • Tanner
  • Cedar
  • Amber
  • Fawn
  • Penny
  • Nutmeg
  • Biscuit
  • Sienna
  • Sepia
  • Inky
  • Coal
  • Onyx
  • Sooty
  • Raven
  • Liver
  • Ivory

Swiss-inspired Names For Bernese Mountain Dogs

Bernese mountain dogs get their name from Bern, Switzerland, where the breed originally worked on farms. Honor your pup's heritage and test out a few names inspired by Swiss cities, mountains, and people.

  • Zurich
  • Geneva
  • Bern
  • Lucerne
  • Matterhorn
  • Alps
  • Alpine
  • Basel
  • Chur
  • Brugg
  • Thun
  • Gallen
  • Bienne
  • Zug
  • Rigi
  • Kloten
  • Prilly
  • Morges
  • Sursee
  • Chillon
  • Davos
  • Eiger
  • Spiez
  • Boudry
  • Pully
  • Visp
  • Muttler
  • Baden
  • Stan
  • Vevey
  • Jona
  • Monte
  • Finn
  • Niko
  • Clara
  • Heidi
  • Renee
  • Rolex
  • Fondue
  • Gruyère
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