Eskimo and Inuit Names for Huskies and Other Dog Breeds
Husky dogs have a proud history as a breed. They descend from Siberian sled dogs and first appeared in Alaska in the early 1900s. Still well-adapted to cold weather, huskies do well in most living situations (though not so well in warm apartments!). They are great with children and other pets and love to get out and exercise.
Understandably given the breed's roots, there are a lot of Eskimo or Inuit-language names that are great for huskies. In fact, most dog names in Inuit are specifically meant for huskies, though they can be used for other types of dog too. Each name has a special meaning. For example, Akiak means brave, so the name could describe a particularly brave dog.
When choosing a name for your dog, keep these things in mind:
- Does the name suit your dog's temperament or appearance? For example, you may want to avoid a name that means "tranquility" or "peace" for a dog that is extremely active.
- Will the name still work when your puppy is grown? A name that is related to their coloring is risky because fur often changes color as dogs age.
- Consider whether the name is easy to say and call out. You'll be calling for your husky a lot when it's time to go inside!
Names That Start With A or B
Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|
Akiak
| Brave
|
Amaguq
| Wolf
|
Anachim
| Lake
|
Anvik Pukiq
| Smart
|
Arrluk
| Killer Whale
|
Ataneq
| King
|
Balto
| Unknown
|
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Names That Start With C or D
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Chena
| Name of River
| Chulyin
| Raven
|
Chibukak
| Cape
| Cikuq
| Ice
|
Chilkat
| Unknown
| Colville
| River
|
Chinook
| Warm Wind
| Cupun
| Coal
|
Chinak
| Cape
| Denilgi
| Moose
|
Chittyina
| River
| Desna
| Boss
|
Chugach
| Chugach Mountain
| ||
Chugiak
| Mountain in Alaska
|
Names That Start With E-K
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Eska
| Creek (in Sutton)
| Kaya
| Stay and Don't Go Back
|
Genen
| Shaman
| Kayuh
| Mountain
|
Hey
| Winter (in Juncau)
| K'eyush
| Bear Cub
|
K'eyghashutnu
| Fish Harvest (in Creek)
| Kinguyakkii
| Northern Lights
|
Kaisha
| Unknown
| Kowak Siepermo
| Cape
|
Kaskae
| Chief
| Kukuliak
| Cape
|
Kavik
| Wolverine
| Kuk'uq
| Animal
|
Names That Start With M or N
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Maguyuk
| Howler
| Nanuk or Nanuq
| Polar Bear
|
Megussuk
| Shaggy Dog
| Negiliq
| Parka Ruff
|
Meshik
| Unknown
| Nilak
| Chipped Ice
|
Michelo
| Unknown
| Nini
| Porcupine
|
Miki
| Little
| Nuka
| Bay
|
Nanook
| Cute, Kind
| Nuti
| Salt Water
|
Names That Start With P or Q
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Pakak
| One That Gets Into Everything
| Qannik
| Snowflake
|
Pamilrug
| Wags His Tail
| Qimmig
| Dog
|
Pamplona
| Rock
| Qimugkauyar
| Puppy
|
Panik
| Daughter
| Qimugta
| Dog
|
Pukiq
| Smart
| Qimutki
| Puller
|
Pukulria
| Bone Chewer
| ||
Punuk
| Island
|
Names That Start With S
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Saghani
| Raven
| Shtiya
| My Strength
|
Sakari
| Sweet (My Husky's Name)
| Siepermo
| Cape
|
Sesi
| Snow
| Siku
| Ice
|
Shesh
| Brown Bear
| Sitka
| Unknown
|
Shika
| Unknown
| Suka
| Fast
|
Shila
| Flame
| Suyitnu
| Sand River
|
Shqitnu
| Skwentna River
|
Names That Start With T - Y
Name
| Meaning
| Name
| Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
Tanana
| Hills
| Tupit
| Tattoo Lines on Face
|
Taqukaq
| Grizzly Bear
| Ulva
| Wolf
|
Takaani
| Wolf
| Yakone'
| Red Aurora
|
Tikchik
| Unknown
| Yaktag
| Cape
|
Tonrar
| Devil
| Yukon
| River
|
Tulukaruk
| Unknown
| Yurairia
| Dancing
|
Tungulria
| Black One
|
Questions & Answers
Tell Me Your Dog Names
The name fits her well. She is the boss of my other dog.
what does this name mean?
Hi there. I recently rescued a young husky/long haired sheppard mix. My bf and I cant figure out what name to give her. Any suggestions please? I really like the inuit/eskimo/indian names.
TIA
I have a husky named acimosis
we are hoping to adopt a black female husky, she came off of the streets skinny and not in good shape we have found a couple of names and we enjoy the name: Nukka. it means younger/little sister. we like this name because she will be the youngest addition to the family considering our other husky is 7.
My eight year old Alaskan Malamutes name is Sakari Yatone CHENA, Sweet Red River! She is a sable colored beauty
Our German Shepard husky names pita for hunting skills He's really like to go ivakkak with us and go ice fishing
Titan! 90 pound husky. He's a big boy. He fits the name perfectly with that icey blue stare of his that scares anyone that walks up to the house until they realize he's a mush.
I name my girl PEPPER n my boy CHUWEE
My huskies name is Denali. He looks just like wolf :) hes so handsome.
I'm getting another husky in October. Shes white with red tipped ears. Thinking about naming her Eska.
lol for the gaeilge mac tire wolf.... 'mac' on its own means 'son' :) too cute!
Mac Tire.
'Mac' for short.
It's Irish/Gaelic for Wolf.
My dog name is
Nauge (Nai-uge)
White as snow, blue eyes
You can image why.
I named my Husky "Illa" means partner or friend. you should add this name to the list. Thanks
My husky name is nanik he belonged to a friend of mine I like to know what it means
Buck.
Not Shops...Shila
My Husky called Askia and Shops.
We had a husky/ shep and we called her Tundra
My malamute's name is Sakari too
I want to name my husky Tessa, Vega , or Mckenna!
Mine is called Voulk(Russian for wolf) and then good old Jack, both huskies
We named ours SITKA - meaning spruce tree she is built like one wonderful smart dog
Our Huskie is Sierra - she is so sweet and loves to stay at grandma and papa's house. She is a real talker - just lover her to pieces.
My husky is called Sakari. Which means sweet. She is so very sweet but will also answer to ratbag, dogamus, f***knut, Dickius endius and loads of others. Hahaha. Shes my best friend and solemate.
I have two female huskies named Qimmiq & Denali. My best friends
@anonymous: you mean D... O... G...?
hi i have 2 huskies called Zach and Sleigh :)
My husky dogs were named Kimik, Kyak,Taiko ( Japanese for"drum") & Kamik
mines called diesel.. there are some beautiful names though!
i am thinking about naming my dog Dioji.
Are huskys name is nuknuk it means Eskimo kiss
We have a husky, Nanouk, and he is white with black spots.He looks like a polar bear whit cow spots.
We have a girl husky and she is red/ white and her name is krymson :)
Our Portuguese Water Dog Lucy came to us on the feast day of Santa Lucia, hence her name! She just turned ten years old. :o)
My baby's name is Sabi short for Sabrael and we are getting an addition to the family and he will be named Orion.
My dogs name is Keeonah and the meaning is fire and ice ..suits her personality perfectly :)
I Would like to Call My husky ' Sherlock '
Ushyk - mixed letters of 'husky'
Neeko
Snowy
Hi my girl is called Ixa which means friend and companion
Ayasha meaning "Little one", Ahyoka meaning "She who bought happiness" both are cherokee names I gave two of my pups.
Nickko
I really enjoy the names Tundra and Aurora
Boy is Tundra
Gurl is Aurora but they can be unisex if u want
My dog's name was Sjeekka, THE best dog ever!! I always wantend to knowhow the meaning of his name. It comes close to Shika, but nobody seems to know what is means. Who knows ?? It does not rally matter, he was the best dog ever and I miss hij every day. From the Netherlands, Yvonne Gras.
Amani (Amaanie), Disel (Diesel), Demon (Diemun), Nanook (Nanoek), Odin (Oodin), Dante (Dantee)
Really enjoyed your lens and will remember it when we get another Husky in the future. Our family has been rescuing Siberian Huskies for several years and adopting some of them as our beloved furry friends. At present, we have a remaining 17 year old white blue eyed Siberian Husky female out of 3 we had (2 passed away in 2010). Tasha rules the home and is so loving! Some geriatric care required at her age but she is so resilient and determined to walk an average of 2 to 3 hours per day at different times, must be what is keeping her going and going! Beautiful breed, cannot imagine owning any other breed. Great influence for long regular walks, good for everyone. Enjoyed your lens very much, thank you for your insights about dog names!
an old friend had a beautiful Husky named Eric... regardless of the name, they are beautiful dogs..
awwww
Kenai
Blaze, Grizzly, Glacier, Thunder, Lighting, Ice, Thorne, Winter, Calypso, Jet, Bolt, Loki, Ace, Taj, Sailor, Polar, Diamond, Anakin, Breeze, Akira, Anakin...
Hope these were of some help with naming your dog...
Blaze, Grizzly, Thorne, Bolt, Thunder, Glacier, Blizzard, Ace, Anakin, Winter, Calipso, Akira, Silver, Jet, Lighting, Loki, Kodah-Bear, Taj....
Hope these help you with you name choosing...
Hello from a Squidoo Greeter! great start on this lens...sweet photos
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