If you're looking for a name that captures the wild spirit, raw power, and ancient lineage of your dog, you can do no better than turning to the wolf. From Norse mythology to the snow-capped peaks of the Carpathians, wolf-inspired names carry centuries of meaning — and they fit the bearing of a confident, alert, working-class dog like nothing else.

Below we've gathered 270 of the strongest, most evocative wolf names, broken down by language, gender, and meaning. Whether you're naming a hulking Alaskan Malamute, a sleek German Shepherd, or a sharp-eyed Siberian Husky, you'll find a name that does your dog justice.

Old Norse and Germanic wolf names

The Norse had a particular reverence for wolves — both as omens of war and as the loyal companions of the gods. Odin himself walked with two wolves at his side: Geri (the ravenous) and Freki (the fierce). The Norse pantheon and the Eddas are full of strong wolf-rooted names.

Some of our favorites: Fenrir (the great wolf bound by the gods until Ragnarök), Vargr (literally "wolf" in Old Norse, but also "outlaw" — perfect for a strong-willed dog), Skoll (the wolf that chases the sun), and Hati (his brother, who chases the moon).

For females, consider Wuffa (an early Anglo-Saxon name meaning "she-wolf"), Lobo (Spanish, but with deep European roots), or Yrsa (an Old Norse name with bear-like, wolf-adjacent associations).

Native American wolf names

Many Native American languages have rich, specific names for wolves — distinguishing between the gray wolf, the timber wolf, the lone hunter, and the pack leader. Mahigan (Cree for "wolf"), Honiahaka (Cheyenne for "little wolf"), and Waya (Cherokee for "wolf") are all gentle, lyrical options.

For working dogs, names like Tala (Lakota for "wolf") and Maikoh (Navajo) carry both reverence and strength. Choose carefully — these names belong to living cultures, and using them is a small act of honor.

The strongest wolf names by language

Looking for something more guttural? More commanding? Try Wolfgang (German, "the path of the wolf"), Conan (Irish, "little wolf"), Bleidd (Welsh), or Loup (French). All carry weight without sounding fussy, and most are short enough that your dog will hear his name even at a distance.

For females, Ulva (Old Norse, "she-wolf"), Lupa (Latin), and Rauha (Finnish, peace-keeper) hold their own among any pack.