How to Name Your Boxer Breed Dogs

The Boxer is one of the most popular dog breeds of the world. They are medium in size and they are strong, tough dogs.


When coming up with Boxer names, you have to consider the personalities and characteristics of this breed. Boxers are loyal and affectionate, and they are lively and spirited. Besides, they are strong and stubborn.
You could get inspirations from those famous celebrities in boxing, and of course you could choose a strong or tough dog name. Naming your boxer after one of the celebrity boxer dogs is another option. You could also choose a name from gods and heroes in mythology, for the perfect bodies of boxer dog breed.

Names Inspired By Celebrities In Boxing

The dog breed name "Boxer" comes from the fact that they like to use their front paws in Boxer-like style.
Boxing is a very popular sports event long since, and there are lot of excellent boxing players. We could get inspirations from First Names, Middle Names, Surnames and Nicknames of these glamorous boxing celebrities.





Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali is one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. He was born Cassius Clay, when he entered the Muslim religion he changed his name.
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Ali, Cassius, Clay.

Rocky Marciano
Rocky Marciano is another great American heavyweight boxer, and he never defeat in his professional career.
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Rocky, Rocco, Marciano, Rock, Blockbuster.

Joe Frazier
Frazier is one of the greatest heavyweight champions in the history of boxing. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Joe, Frazier, Smokin.

George Foreman
George Foreman is a former great heavyweight champion who win a Gold medal in 1986 Mexico Olympic Games in Heavyweight division. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Big George, George, Foreman, Edward.

Jack Dempsey
Jack is another greatest heavyweight champion of all time. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Jack, Dempsey, Blackie, Mauler.

Joe Louis
Joe Louis is a former heavyweight champions and one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of the boxing history.
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Joe, Louis, Barrow, Bomber.

Evander Holyfield
Evander Holyfield is also considered to be in the list of greatest champions of heavyweight. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Evan, Holyfield, Evander, Warrior.

George Chuvalo
George Chuvalo had a 21-year long career and he never loses any match by Knock Out. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: George, Chuvalo, Jure.

Mike Tyson
Mike Tyson is another former heavyweight champion and he is considered as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. His hand speed and accuracy made his opponents fear and he had a very good physical strength. 
Inspired Boxer Dog Name: Tyson, Mike, Dynamite, Iron.

Lennox Lewis
Lewis is the former heavyweight champion. He is the third boxer in the heavyweight history who won heavyweight championship in three different occasions. 
Inspired  Boxer Dog Name: Lewis, Lennox, Lion, Claudius.

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Strong Boxer Dog Names

Boxers are active, strong dogs, they have a muscular frame and physique, and they have earned a slight reputation of being headstrong. Choosing a name inspired from this characteristic is suitable. 

Bear: Bear is a large mammal and they are strong.

Bruiser: A large heavyset man.

Dick: Means strong power.

Ethan: Means strong, firm, impetuous.

Jupiter: Jupiter is a big planet.

Lizzie: A perfect strong girl Boxer dog name.

Nina: Means strong, another name for female Boxer dogs.

Rick: Means strong power.

Rocky: We think Rocky is the most perfect boxer dog name, the name reflects the strength of this breed and it is also the first name of Rocky Marciano.

Taurus: Wonderful choice for your strong Boxer pal. 

Titan: Comes from Greek mythology, where the Titans were a band of immortal, powerful giants. 

Wyatt: Means brave in war.

Tough Boxer Dog Names

Boxers are built thick and tough. Tough dog names are often picked to reflect the threatening appearance of the square-jawed muzzle and thick barrel chest.





Caesar: Title for Roman Emperors.

Duke: A perfect pick for a Boxer that is looked upon as a leader.

Harley: Harley Davidson is a rather tough motorcycle.

King: Monarch.

Lion: One of the five big cats in the genus Panthera.

Napoleon: Napoleon was one of the greatest military commanders in his time.

Oscar: Spear of the gods.

Patton: George Smith Patton was a United States Army general, best known for his flamboyant character.

Rambo: John Rambo was a fearless fighter character in the movie First Blood.

Rex: Rex is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Rex is "king".

Shark: The great white shark is very dangerous.

Storm: Storm brings to mind the thunderstorms of summer. It is a pleasant sounding word and your lady will love it.

Tank: A heavily armed combat vehicle.

Thor: Thor was the Norse god of thunder and power, one of the sons of Odin.

Thunder: Stormy tempered.

Tiger: The tiger is the largest cat species, and the name Tiger is famous for the golf celebrity Tiger Woods.

Turbo: Driven by a turbine.

Warrior: One who is experienced in battle.

Zeus: Father of the gods.

Famous Boxer Dog Names

Many famous people and celebrities have owned one of these striking dogs. From Rocky Marciano, the famous boxer, to George Clooney, Charlton Heston and Sylvester Stallone. You could name your boxer puppy after one of these celebrity boxers.

Angel: Luke Perry

Ben: Steffi Graf

Bernard: Khloe Kardashian

Bonny: Alan Langer

Brennan: Jessical Biel

Bruno: Tony Armstrong

Buckley: Jessical Biel

Ceasar: Shirley McClaine

Cindy: Diane Fossey

Clyde: Alan Langer

Flic: Dorothy Parker

Gangster: Sylvester Stallone

Harvey: Humphrey Bogart

Jan: Pablo Picasso

Jezebell: Alan Ladd

Jim: Sir Harry Secombe

Keeper: Emily Bronte

Killer: Dale Earnhardt

Lola: Sea Lowe

Lucy: Jodie Foster

Molly: nan Kelley

Mona: Jennifer Love Hewitt

Orphin: Dedee Pfeiffer

Paddy: Max Walker

Penny: Stanley Coren

Phantom: David Niven

Presley: Travis Brorsen

Rocky: Kim Kardashian

Shane: Jordan Knight




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