101 Male Maltese Names + Meanings

Choosing a name for your Maltese can be both a fun and challenging task. Known for their luxurious white coats, expressive eyes, and friendly personalities, Maltese dogs are truly special. The name you select for your Maltese should reflect their unique personality and charm. To help inspire you, we’ve compiled a list of 101 male dog names, each with a brief description of its meaning. Let’s dive in and explore these names from A to Z!

101 Boy Maltese Name Ideas with Meanings

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1. Ace: For a Maltese who excels at everything he does.
2. Alfie: A friendly and popular name for dogs.
3. Angel: A heavenly name for your adorable Maltese.
4. Archie: A popular name of German origin meaning “truly brave”.
5. Artie: Short for Arthur, this name means “bear”.
6. Ash: Perfect for a Maltese with a greyish coat.
7. Bandit: For a Maltese with a mischievous side.
8. Barney: A popular and friendly dog name.
9. Bear: For a Maltese who is as cuddly as a teddy bear.
10. Beau: A French name meaning “handsome”.
11. Benji: An affectionate name, perfect for a lovable Maltese.
12. Biscuit: A sweet name for a small, adorable dog.
13. Blizzard: Reflecting the snow-white coat of the Maltese.
14. Bobby: An English name meaning “bright fame”.
15. Bolt: A cool name for a lively Maltese.
16. Buddy: An ideal name for your new best friend.
17. Button: A cute name for a small and adorable Maltese.
18. Casper: After the friendly ghost, perfect for a friendly white Maltese.
19. Charlie: A popular and friendly dog name.
20. Chester: An old English name meaning “fortress”.
21. Chip: A cute name for a small dog.
22. Cody: An Irish name meaning “helpful”.
23. Cotton: Reflecting the soft, white coat of the Maltese.
24. Cupcake: A sweet name for a delightful Maltese.
25. Daisy: After the white flower, reflecting the Maltese’s purity.
26. Dash: Ideal for a fast and energetic Maltese.
27. Dexter: A Latin name meaning “skilled”.
28. Doodle: A playful name for a fun-loving Maltese.
29. Duke: For a Maltese with a noble presence.
30. Eddie: A friendly and popular dog name.
31. Finn: An Irish name meaning “fair”, perfect for a light-coated Maltese.
32. Fluffy: Reflecting the fluffy coat of the Maltese.
33. Frankie: An affectionate name meaning “free man”.
34. Frosty: For a Maltese with a frosty white coat.
35. George: A classic name with royal roots.
36. Gizmo: For a Maltese who’s full of tricks.
37. Harry: A popular and friendly dog name.
38. Hugo: A German name meaning “mind, intellect”.
39. Iggy: A name of English origin, meaning “fiery”.
40. Ivory: Reflecting the Maltese’s white coat.
41. Jake: A popular name for dogs, friendly and easy to remember.
42. Jasper: A name of Persian origin, meaning “treasurer”.
43. Jerry: An English name meaning “ruler with a spear”.
44. Joey: A popular name meaning “may Jehovah add”.
45. Kobe: A name of African origin, meaning “tortoise”.
46. Lenny: Short for Leonard, this name means “brave lion”.
47. Loki: After the Norse god of mischief.
48. Lucky: For a Maltese who brings good fortune.
49. Luigi: An Italian name meaning “renowned warrior”.
50. Max: A popular and strong name for a dog.
51. Milo: A popular and friendly dog name.
52. Mochi: After the sweet and soft Japanese dessert.
53. Monty: Short for Montague, this name means “pointy hill”.
54. Muffin: A sweet and endearing name.
55. Nemo: After the famous fish, for a small, brave Maltese.
56. Oliver: A name of Latin origin, meaning “olive tree”.
57. Oscar: A popular name for dogs, meaning “deer lover” in Old Norse.
58. Ozzie: An English name meaning “divine spear”.
59. Peanut: A cute name for a small and sweet Maltese.
60. Percy: An English name meaning “piercing the valley”.
61. Pippin: After the character from “Lord of the Rings”, perfect for a brave and loyal Maltese.
62. Pixel: A unique name, suitable for a small and detailed dog.
63. Prince: For a Maltese with a royal demeanor.
64. Riley: An Irish name meaning “valiant”.
65. Romeo: For a Maltese who’s a true romantic.
66. Rusty: A popular choice for dogs with reddish-brown coats.
67. Sammy: A Hebrew name meaning “sun child, bright sun”.
68. Scamp: For a playful and mischievous Maltese.
69. Snowball: Reflecting the snow-white coat of the Maltese.
70. Sparky: A fun and lively name for an energetic Maltese.
71. Spud: A cute name for a small dog.
72. Teddy: A popular and endearing name for a cuddly Maltese.
73. Toby: A friendly and popular name for dogs.
74. Tucker: A popular and friendly name for dogs.
75. Vanilla: Reflecting the Maltese’s white coat and sweet nature.
76. Waffles: A sweet and playful name.
77. Whiskers: A cute name for a dog with a fuzzy face.
78. Winston: An English name meaning “joy stone”.
79. Woody: A friendly and popular name for dogs.
80. Yogi: After the famous cartoon bear.
81. Zach: Short for Zachary, this name means “the Lord has remembered”.
82. Ziggy: A fun, playful name for a spirited dog.
83. Zorro: After the famous masked hero, perfect for a brave Maltese.
84. Coco: A sweet name, suitable for a Maltese with a brownish coat.
85. Gumdrop: Reflecting the small and sweet nature of a Maltese.
86. Puff: A cute name, suitable for a fluffy Maltese.
87. Shadow: Perfect for a Maltese with a greyish coat.
88. Silky: Reflecting the silky coat of a Maltese.
89. Smokey: Suitable for a Maltese with a greyish coat.
90. Taffy: A sweet name for a delightful Maltese.
91. Twinkle: For a Maltese with sparkling eyes.
92. Vino: An Italian name meaning “wine”, suitable for a Maltese with a reddish coat.
93. Noodle: A cute name for a slim and long-bodied Maltese.
94. Pickle: For a playful and slightly mischievous Maltese.
95. Jellybean: A sweet name for a small and colorful Maltese.
96. Marshmallow: Reflecting the soft, white coat of the Maltese.
97. Jingle: For a Maltese with a jingling collar.
98. Pepper: A spicy name for a Maltese with a fiery personality.
99. Wiggles: For a lively and energetic Maltese.
100. Giggles: A cute name for a Maltese with a funny character.
101. Champ: For a champion Maltese who always wins your heart.

Choosing a name for your Maltese should be a delightful task, a chance to express your dog’s unique personality and charm. Regardless of whether you’ve selected a name from this list or used it as inspiration for a different choice, it’s important that the name resonates with you and suits your Maltese’s character. After all, this is the name you’ll be calling for many happy years to come. Happy naming!

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