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100+ Nerdy Dog Names: Brainy, Eccentric & Unique Ideas

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By Nicole Cosgrove

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Nerds, geeks, outcasts, odd-balls – in our eyes, they are super incredible and beyond adorable! We love them so much that we had to create a list of pet names geared toward these magnificent and brilliant minds! Of course, a few of the names may be eccentric and not for everyone, but if you happen to be here, well, these names must be right up your alley!

Now, some of the ideas we have below are cool and brainy references to pop culture, including movies, books, and games, as well as history, math, and science! We could be keen on any of these as we ourselves are a bit nerdy (and proud!), or because we get these clever vibes from our pooches. Either way, hope you enjoy these nerdy dog names!

Long live the nerds!

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Nerdy Female Dog Names

  • Java
  • Omega
  • Zip
  • AmIne
  • Giga
  • Atlas
  • Vamp
  • Inertia
  • Chroma
  • Shiva
  • Livilla
  • Justice
  • Alt
  • Memory
  • Bella Donna
  • Aleta
  • Enchantress
  • Cache
  • Megabyte

Nerdy Male Dog Names 

  • Pixel
  • Node
  • Volt
  • Gif
  • Neon
  • Enigmo
  • Aggamon
  • Forge
  • Render
  • Crypto
  • Ram
  • Micro
  • Widget
  • Tech
  • Gizmo
  • Fume
  • Digit
  • Sirius
chemistry pup
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Nerdy Science Dog Names 

Where to even start?! So many amazing categories within the scientific genre that we could include! Space, dinosaurs, biology, chemistry – the list is truly endless! One of these may be an ideal name for your pup if they’re quite inquisitive about their surroundings.

  • Rex
  • Mars
  • Willow
  • Lead
  • Nebula
  • Laser
  • Beta
  • Helium
  • Orb
  • Magma
  • Mercury
  • Galaxy
  • Cache
  • Xenon
  • Nova
  • Elm
  • Stellar
  • Nano
  • Beaker
  • Zinc
  • Lithium
  • ET
  • Sauras
  • Neptune
  • Astroid
  • Raptor
  • Atom
  • Solar
  • Comet
  • Kilo
  • Meteor
  • Spruce
  • Pluto

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Nerdy History Dog Names

Historic pets names are fun and classic options as there have been countless famous figures, revolutionary eras, monumental places, and memorable events that continue to influence our lives today. You might be interested in one of the names if your pup is wise beyond their years or possess similar qualities to one of these iconic historians:

  • Habour
  • Treaty
  • Atomic
  • Tariff
  • Braille
  • NAFTA
  • Era
  • Da Vinci
  • NATO
  • Doctrine
  • Tyrant
  • Dunkirk
  • Ozone
  • Trooper
  • Civil
  • Law
  • Galileo
  • Eco
  • Fiscal
  • Newton
  • Data
  • Cartel
  • Einstien
  • Berlin
  • Nobel
  • Anarchy
  • Franklin
  • Settler
  • Morse
  • Census
  • Gates
  • Telsa
  • Legacy
  • Edison
  • Mandela
  • Versailles
  • Empire
  • Darwin
  • Guantanamo
geeky dog in cape
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Nerdy Mathematical Dog Names

Math is its own beast, truly! If you’re any sort of mathemetician, kudos to you! Pairing your pooch with a name from this list is absolutely genius. You could consider one of these if your companion is sharp as a tack!

  • Pi
  • Fraction
  • Kappa
  • Calculus
  • Angle
  • Fractal
  • Delta
  • Algorithm
  • Median
  • Algebra
  • Gamma
  • Sigma
  • Cubic
  • Kepler
  • Alpha
  • Vector
  • Pathagoras
  • Theory
  • Geo
  • Matrix
  • Venn
  • Newton
  • Archimedes
  • Prime
  • Symmetry
  • Limit
  • Logic
  • Paradox

Geeky Dog Names

The difference between a nerd and a geek is that a nerd is simply an individual who is highly intelligent, whereas a geek is a master of their own craft. You might have a geeky pup if they are a whiz a sniffing out treats, playing frisbee or fetch, or even something as simple as acing their tricks each time they are asked to sit or roll over! Read on to find out if there’s a perfect pairing for your dog on our list of geeky names below:

  • Boba Fett
  • Potter
  • Gamora
  • Bilbo
  • Tidus
  • Atari
  • Wii
  • Han Solo
  • Spock
  • Lex Luther
  • Frodo
  • Koopa
  • Bane
  • Cyclops
  • Bowser
  • Gotham
  • Sonic
  • Thanos
  • Hero
  • Baggins
  • Magneto
  • Alf
  • Mystique
  • Anakin
  • Kirby
  • Gazoo
  • Crash
  • Genesis
  • Leeloo
  • Thor
  • Loki
  • Goku
  • Manga
  • Sub-Zero
  • Fluffy
  • Yoshi
  • Luigi or Mario
  • Zelda
  • Storm
  • Yoda
  • Groot
  • Anime
  • Hulk
  • Darth or Vader
  • Albus Dumbledore
  • Chewbacca

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Finding the Right Nerdy Name for Your Dog

Deciding on a name you love and also find suitable for your pet can be a challenge. We are sure that no matter what you choose, your dog will love it and wear it with pride! Among our list of 100+ Nerdy dog names, we hope that you were able to find the right inspiration and winning match for your brainy bud!

If not, take a look at one of our other name posts for additional inspiration!


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