550+ Italian Greyhound names

The Italian Greyhound, despite its ancient and somewhat obscure origins, developed and gained popularity in Italy, particularly during the Renaissance. Its elegant appearance and refined nature are deeply associated with Italian culture and nobility.

588 namesItalian heritageMale & femaleUpdated 2026-08-22

Italian Greyhound Names with Italian Heritage

Embrace the rich history and elegant charm of the Italian Greyhound with a name that pays homage to its cultural roots. These names are inspired by Italian places, words, and concepts, reflecting the breed's graceful nature and the country it's most associated with.

  1. 1.AmalfiItalian town, beautiful coast
  2. 2.AstiItalian city, known for wine
  3. 3.BrioVivacity, spirit
  4. 4.CapriItalian island, famous for beauty
  5. 5.CeloFrom 'celeste', sky or heavenly
  6. 6.ComoItalian lake and town
  7. 7.DanteEnduring, famous poet
  8. 8.DolceSweet, gentle
  9. 9.EnzoRuler of the home
  10. 10.FinoFine, slender
  11. 11.FioreFlower
  12. 12.ForteStrong
  13. 13.GardaItalian lake
  14. 14.GhiandaAcorn
  15. 15.GinoWell-born, noble
  16. 16.GioiaJoy, jewel
  17. 17.GraziaGrace
  18. 18.LagoLake
  19. 19.LidoBeach, shore
  20. 20.LivioTo live
  21. 21.LucioLight
  22. 22.ManlioMorning
  23. 23.MarcoWarlike, dedicated to Mars
  24. 24.MarinoOf the sea
  25. 25.MilanoMilan, Italian city
  26. 26.MirkoGlorious peace
  27. 27.NelloShort for names ending in -nello
  28. 28.NicoVictory of the people
  29. 29.OndaWave
  30. 30.OroGold
  31. 31.OrsinoLittle bear
  32. 32.PacePeace
  33. 33.PerlaPearl
  34. 34.PisaItalian city
  35. 35.PrimoFirst
  36. 36.RemoOar
  37. 37.RenzoLaurel
  38. 38.RinoShort for names like Marino
  39. 39.RomaRome, Italian capital
  40. 40.RomeoPilgrim to Rome
  41. 41.SergioServant
  42. 42.SienaItalian city
  43. 43.SistoSixth
  44. 44.SoleSun
  45. 45.SpartacoFrom Sparta
  46. 46.SpiritoSpirit
  47. 47.TazioSilent
  48. 48.TeoDivine gift
  49. 49.TiberioFrom the Tiber river
  50. 50.TizianoHonoured
  51. 51.TobiaGod is good
  52. 52.TorinoTurin, Italian city
  53. 53.TuriShort for Salvatore
  54. 54.UgoMind, intellect
  55. 55.ValdoRule
  56. 56.VanniGod is gracious
  57. 57.VascoRaven
  58. 58.VeloceFast, swift
  59. 59.VeneziaVenice, Italian city
  60. 60.VeronaItalian city
  61. 61.VicoVillage
  62. 62.VitaleVital, full of life
  63. 63.VittorioVictory
  64. 64.VolterraItalian town
  65. 65.ZaffiroSapphire
  66. 66.ZolaBall of earth
  67. 67.Adagio
  68. 68.Alesso
  69. 69.Allegro
  70. 70.Amore
  71. 71.Anzio
  72. 72.Aria
  73. 73.Azzurro
  74. 74.Basso
  75. 75.Canto
  76. 76.Caro
  77. 77.Corsa
  78. 78.Ducato
  79. 79.Falco
  80. 80.Fiammetta
  81. 81.Giosue
  82. 82.Icaro
  83. 83.Lario
  84. 84.Leno
  85. 85.Panfilo
  86. 86.Pico
  87. 87.Rigo
  88. 88.Savio
  89. 89.Scilla
  90. 90.Spiro
  91. 91.Tevere

Male Italian Greyhound Names

These male names are carefully selected to suit the refined yet spirited nature of the Italian Greyhound. Drawing from classic Italian names, they offer a blend of strength, elegance, and charm, perfect for your distinguished companion.

  1. 1.AlessandroDefender of mankind
  2. 2.AndreaManly, brave
  3. 3.AngeloAngel, messenger
  4. 4.AntonioPriceless, inestimable
  5. 5.CarloFree man
  6. 6.CosimoOrder, universe
  7. 7.CristianoFollower of Christ
  8. 8.DanieleGod is my judge
  9. 9.DavideBeloved
  10. 10.EdoardoRich guard
  11. 11.ElioSun
  12. 12.FabrizioCraftsman
  13. 13.FabioBean grower
  14. 14.FedericoPeaceful ruler
  15. 15.FilippoLover of horses
  16. 16.FrancescoFrenchman, free one
  17. 17.GabrieleGod is my strength
  18. 18.GiovanniGod is gracious
  19. 19.GiorgioFarmer
  20. 20.GiuseppeGod will add
  21. 21.GuidoGuide, leader
  22. 22.JacopoSupplanter
  23. 23.LeonardoBrave as a lion
  24. 24.LorenzoFrom Laurentum
  25. 25.LucaFrom Lucania
  26. 26.MassimoGreatest
  27. 27.MatteoGift of God
  28. 28.MicheleWho is like God?
  29. 29.NicolaVictory of the people
  30. 30.PaoloSmall, humble
  31. 31.PietroRock, stone
  32. 32.RiccardoBrave ruler
  33. 33.RobertoBright fame
  34. 34.SalvatoreSavior
  35. 35.SimoneHeard
  36. 36.StefanoCrown, garland
  37. 37.TommasoTwin
  38. 38.UmbertoBright warrior
  39. 39.ValerioTo be strong
  40. 40.VincenzoTo conquer
  41. 41.Adriano
  42. 42.Alberto
  43. 43.Arturo
  44. 44.Ascanio
  45. 45.Attilio
  46. 46.Aurelio
  47. 47.Battista
  48. 48.Beniamino
  49. 49.Biagio
  50. 50.Ciro
  51. 51.Claudio
  52. 52.Clemente
  53. 53.Corrado
  54. 54.Costantino
  55. 55.Damiano
  56. 56.Diego
  57. 57.Domenico
  58. 58.Enea
  59. 59.Eugenio
  60. 60.Ezio
  61. 61.Fausto
  62. 62.Felice
  63. 63.Ferruccio
  64. 64.Flavio
  65. 65.Gennaro
  66. 66.Gerardo
  67. 67.Gigi
  68. 68.Giuliano
  69. 69.Giulio
  70. 70.Goffredo
  71. 71.Graziano
  72. 72.Ignazio
  73. 73.Ilario
  74. 74.Innocenzo
  75. 75.Ivo
  76. 76.Lamberto
  77. 77.Leandro
  78. 78.Leonello
  79. 79.Lino
  80. 80.Manolo
  81. 81.Marcello
  82. 82.Mario
  83. 83.Maurizio
  84. 84.Ottavio
  85. 85.Pasquale
  86. 86.Patrizio
  87. 87.Piero
  88. 88.Raffaele
  89. 89.Renaldo
  90. 90.Ruggero
  91. 91.Severino
  92. 92.Spiridione
  93. 93.Urbano
  94. 94.Venanzio
  95. 95.Zaccaria

Female Italian Greyhound Names

These female names capture the grace, beauty, and affectionate spirit of the Italian Greyhound. From classic and elegant Italian choices to those reflecting light and joy, these names are perfect for your charming female companion.

  1. 1.AdaNoble
  2. 2.AdeleNoble, kind
  3. 3.AgneseHoly, pure
  4. 4.AnitaGrace
  5. 5.AnnaGrace, favour
  6. 6.AntoniaPriceless, inestimable
  7. 7.BeatriceShe who makes happy
  8. 8.CamillaAttendant at a religious service
  9. 9.CarlaFree woman
  10. 10.CaterinaPure
  11. 11.CeciliaBlind
  12. 12.ChiaraClear, bright
  13. 13.CinziaFrom Kynthos
  14. 14.ClaudiaLame
  15. 15.CostanzaConstant, steadfast
  16. 16.CristinaFollower of Christ
  17. 17.DeboraBee
  18. 18.ElenaShining light
  19. 19.EleonoraLight
  20. 20.ElisaMy God is an oath
  21. 21.EmiliaRival
  22. 22.FedericaPeaceful ruler
  23. 23.FelicitaFortune, good luck
  24. 24.FlaviaGolden, yellow
  25. 25.FrancaFree one
  26. 26.FrancescaFrom France, free one
  27. 27.GabriellaGod is my strength
  28. 28.GaiaEarth
  29. 29.GiorgiaFarmer
  30. 30.GiovannaGod is gracious
  31. 31.GiulianaYouthful
  32. 32.GiuliaYouthful, downy
  33. 33.IlariaCheerful
  34. 34.ImmaWhole, universal
  35. 35.IrenePeace
  36. 36.IsabellaPledged to God
  37. 37.LauraLaurel
  38. 38.LianaTo bind
  39. 39.LorenzaFrom Laurentum
  40. 40.LuciaLight
  41. 41.LuisaFamous warrior
  42. 42.MaddalenaFrom Magdala
  43. 43.ManuelaGod is with us
  44. 44.MarcellaWarlike
  45. 45.MargheritaPearl, daisy
  46. 46.MarinaOf the sea
  47. 47.MarisaOf the sea
  48. 48.MartinaWarlike
  49. 49.MonicaAdvisor
  50. 50.NadiaHope
  51. 51.NicolettaVictory of the people
  52. 52.NoemiMy delight
  53. 53.OrianaGolden
  54. 54.OrnellaFlowering ash tree
  55. 55.PaolaSmall, humble
  56. 56.PatriziaNoble
  57. 57.RaffaellaGod has healed
  58. 58.RebeccaTo bind, to tie
  59. 59.RenataReborn
  60. 60.RobertaBright fame
  61. 61.RominaFrom Rome
  62. 62.SabrinaFrom the river Severn
  63. 63.SimonaHeard
  64. 64.SofiaWisdom
  65. 65.SoniaWisdom
  66. 66.StefaniaCrown, garland
  67. 67.SusannaLily
  68. 68.ValeriaTo be strong
  69. 69.VanessaButterfly
  70. 70.VeronicaTrue image
  71. 71.VittoriaVictory
  72. 72.VivianaAlive
  73. 73.Adelina
  74. 74.Agata
  75. 75.Alta
  76. 76.Allegra
  77. 77.Amalia
  78. 78.Ambra
  79. 79.Angelina
  80. 80.Annunziata
  81. 81.Antonella
  82. 82.Assunta
  83. 83.Augusta
  84. 84.Benedetta
  85. 85.Bruna
  86. 86.Candida
  87. 87.Carlotta
  88. 88.Carmela
  89. 89.Carolina
  90. 90.Cassandra
  91. 91.Catia
  92. 92.Cira
  93. 93.Concetta
  94. 94.Corinna
  95. 95.Daniela
  96. 96.Delfina
  97. 97.Desdemona
  98. 98.Diletta
  99. 99.Donatella
  100. 100.Doriana
  101. 101.Edda
  102. 102.Elda
  103. 103.Elettra
  104. 104.Eliana
  105. 105.Erminia
  106. 106.Ester
  107. 107.Eufemia
  108. 108.Fabrizia
  109. 109.Fiorella
  110. 110.Fiorenza
  111. 111.Fulvia
  112. 112.Gioconda
  113. 113.Gisella
  114. 114.Giusy
  115. 115.Gloriana
  116. 116.Greta
  117. 117.Guia
  118. 118.Ines
  119. 119.Iolanda
  120. 120.Isotta
  121. 121.Italia
  122. 122.Leda
  123. 123.Letizia
  124. 124.Lia
  125. 125.Loredana
  126. 126.Lorella
  127. 127.Lucrezia
  128. 128.Maira
  129. 129.Manola
  130. 130.Mara
  131. 131.Marika
  132. 132.Matilda
  133. 133.Melania
  134. 134.Minna
  135. 135.Mirella
  136. 136.Moira
  137. 137.Nancy
  138. 138.Nilde
  139. 139.Nina
  140. 140.Olimpia
  141. 141.Palma
  142. 142.Pamela
  143. 143.Pina
  144. 144.Rachele
  145. 145.Ramona
  146. 146.Regina
  147. 147.Rita
  148. 148.Rosalia
  149. 149.Rosanna
  150. 150.Rossana
  151. 151.Rosella
  152. 152.Rosetta
  153. 153.Rosina
  154. 154.Roxana
  155. 155.Samanta
  156. 156.Santina
  157. 157.Severina
  158. 158.Sibilla
  159. 159.Speranza
  160. 160.Teresa
  161. 161.Tiziana
  162. 162.Tosca
  163. 163.Valentina
  164. 164.Wanda
  165. 165.Wilma
  166. 166.Zora

Unique Italian Greyhound Names

For the Italian Greyhound that stands out, a unique name offers individuality while still echoing its elegant background. These names are less common, often inspired by distinctive Italian words, historical figures, or places, ensuring your dog has a truly special identity.

  1. 1.AdoneLord
  2. 2.AltinoSmall, high place
  3. 3.ArcadiaPastoral region
  4. 4.ArlecchinoHarlequin
  5. 5.AzzurraAzure, blue
  6. 6.BaccioKiss
  7. 7.BelfioreBeautiful flower
  8. 8.BelliniBeautiful little ones
  9. 9.BeneGood
  10. 10.BrinaHoarfrost
  11. 11.BranoPiece
  12. 12.CalvinoLittle bald one
  13. 13.CinoShort for Cinus
  14. 14.CiprianoFrom Cyprus
  15. 15.CirroCurl, tuft
  16. 16.CometaComet
  17. 17.CordaRope
  18. 18.CosmoOrder, universe
  19. 19.CupidoCupid, desire
  20. 20.DardoDart
  21. 21.DesiderioDesire
  22. 22.DestinoDestiny
  23. 23.DiamanteDiamond
  24. 24.DunaDune
  25. 25.EcoEcho
  26. 26.EdoloTown in Lombardy
  27. 27.EgeoAegean
  28. 28.EoloGod of winds
  29. 29.ErcolinoLittle Hercules
  30. 30.EsperoEvening star
  31. 31.FedeFaith
  32. 32.FelinoFeline
  33. 33.FieroProud
  34. 34.FolgoreLightning
  35. 35.FulmineLightning
  36. 36.FurioFurious
  37. 37.GalenoCalm
  38. 38.GhiaccioIce
  39. 39.GiglioLily
  40. 40.GiottoFamous painter
  41. 41.GlaucoBluish-grey
  42. 42.GondolaVenetian boat
  43. 43.GranoGrain
  44. 44.GrecoGreek
  45. 45.IndacoIndigo
  46. 46.ItaloItalian
  47. 47.LapisStone, pencil
  48. 48.LinceLynx
  49. 49.LupinoLittle wolf
  50. 50.MagoMagician
  51. 51.MeriggioMidday
  52. 52.MercurioMercury
  53. 53.MirtoMyrtle
  54. 54.MonteMountain
  55. 55.NebbiaFog
  56. 56.NuvolaCloud
  57. 57.OmeroHomer
  58. 58.OrazioHora, time
  59. 59.OrfeoOrpheus
  60. 60.OttoneOtto, wealth
  61. 61.PalioBanner, race
  62. 62.PardoLeopard
  63. 63.PastoreShepherd
  64. 64.PegasoPegasus
  65. 65.PendoloPendulum
  66. 66.PerseoPerseus
  67. 67.PetaloPetal
  68. 68.PiumaFeather
  69. 69.PolvereDust
  70. 70.PonteBridge
  71. 71.QuadroSquare, painting
  72. 72.QuerciaOak
  73. 73.QuintoFifth
  74. 74.RaggioRay, beam
  75. 75.RigolettoHumpbacked, opera
  76. 76.RuscelloStream
  77. 77.SaliceWillow
  78. 78.ScoglioRock, reef
  79. 79.SetaSilk
  80. 80.SilenteSilent
  81. 81.SqualoShark
  82. 82.StelloStalk
  83. 83.TempoTime, tempo
  84. 84.TeseoTheseus
  85. 85.TramontoSunset
  86. 86.TreviFountain in Rome
  87. 87.TuffoDive
  88. 88.UnicoUnique
  89. 89.UraganoHurricane
  90. 90.VentoWind
  91. 91.VesuvioVesuvius
  92. 92.ZagaraOrange blossom
  93. 93.ZeloZeal
  94. 94.ZolfoSulphur
  95. 95.ZoticoRustic

Cute Italian Greyhound Names

The Italian Greyhound's small size and affectionate nature make cute names a perfect fit. These names are sweet, playful, and charming, reflecting the endearing qualities of your beloved companion. Choose a name that highlights their adorable personality.

  1. 1.BambinoBaby, child
  2. 2.BambolaDoll
  3. 3.BiscottinoLittle cookie
  4. 4.BocconcinoSmall bite, morsel
  5. 5.CoccoleCuddles
  6. 6.CuccioloPuppy
  7. 7.DolcettoSweet treat
  8. 8.FelicinoLittle happy one
  9. 9.GattinoKitten
  10. 10.GelatoIce cream
  11. 11.GioielloJewel
  12. 12.MignoloPinky finger
  13. 13.PiccolinoLittle one
  14. 14.PiccolaLittle one (female)
  15. 15.PulcinoChick
  16. 16.TesoroTreasure
  17. 17.ZuccheroSugar
  18. 18.Amico
  19. 19.Angioletto
  20. 20.Battuffolo
  21. 21.Carino
  22. 22.Chicco
  23. 23.Cipollino
  24. 24.Ciuffo
  25. 25.Confetto
  26. 26.Fagiolino
  27. 27.Folletto
  28. 28.Ghiacciolo
  29. 29.Lupetto
  30. 30.Marmellata
  31. 31.Nocciola
  32. 32.Orzino
  33. 33.Pasticcino
  34. 34.Patatino
  35. 35.Pepino
  36. 36.Pisolino
  37. 37.Riccio
  38. 38.Salsiccia
  39. 39.Tartufino
  40. 40.Topolino
  41. 41.Zampino
  42. 42.Briciola
  43. 43.Ciotola
  44. 44.Filo
  45. 45.Fiocco
  46. 46.Goccia
  47. 47.Grissino
  48. 48.Lampo
  49. 49.Maghetto
  50. 50.Minuetto
  51. 51.Morbido
  52. 52.Ninnolo
  53. 53.Palla
  54. 54.Panino
  55. 55.Passero
  56. 56.Peperino
  57. 57.Piccione
  58. 58.Pisello
  59. 59.Sapore
  60. 60.Spillo
  61. 61.Striscia
  62. 62.Tartaruga
  63. 63.Tenero
  64. 64.Velluto
  65. 65.Volpetto
  66. 66.Zampogna

Famous Italian Greyhound Names

Italian Greyhounds have captivated hearts throughout history, from royalty to modern celebrities. This list includes real famous Italian Greyhounds or closely related breeds owned by notable figures, as well as iconic small fictional dogs who embody the companionable spirit.

  1. 1.BicheItalian Greyhound of Frederick the Great
  2. 2.MinetteItalian Greyhound of Catherine the Great
  3. 3.PerriItalian Greyhound of Empress Josephine
  4. 4.IsabelleItalian Greyhound of Christina Ricci
  5. 5.NormanItalian Greyhound of Kylie Jenner
  6. 6.AudreyItalian Greyhound owned by Audrey Hepburn
  7. 7.JipDavid Copperfield's dog (literary)
  8. 8.PippinA popular name for small literary companion dogs
  9. 9.LadyFrom Disney's 'Lady and the Tramp'
  10. 10.ScampFrom Disney's 'Lady and the Tramp'
  11. 11.BenjiFamous small dog actor
  12. 12.GoofyDisney's iconic dog character
  13. 13.SnoopyPeanuts, iconic cartoon dog
  14. 14.PlutoDisney's iconic dog character

Italian Greyhound Names by Coat Colour

Italian Greyhounds come in a variety of beautiful coat colors. These names are inspired by typical Italian Greyhound hues, allowing you to choose a name that perfectly matches your dog's stunning appearance.

  1. 1.NotteNight (Black)
  2. 2.BuioDarkness (Black)
  3. 3.EbanoEbony (Black)
  4. 4.MoroMoorish, dark-skinned (Black)
  5. 5.PecePitch (Black)
  6. 6.BasaltoBasalt (Black)
  7. 7.VesproEvening (Black)
  8. 8.GrafiteGraphite (Black)
  9. 9.LavagnaBlackboard (Black)
  10. 10.MareaTide (Dark/Deep)
  11. 11.CacaoCocoa (Dark Brown)
  12. 12.CaffèCoffee (Dark Brown)
  13. 13.LiquiriziaLicorice (Black)
  14. 14.PepePepper (Black/Dark Flecked)
  15. 15.FuligoSooty (Black/Dark)
  16. 16.ScuroDark (Black)
  17. 17.BluBlue (Blue)
  18. 18.CianoCyan (Blue)
  19. 19.CobaltoCobalt (Blue)
  20. 20.AcquaWater (Blue)
  21. 21.MareSea (Blue)
  22. 22.BrezzaBreeze (Light Blue)
  23. 23.NeveSnow (White/Light Blue tint)
  24. 24.PlatinoPlatinum (Pale Grey/Blue)
  25. 25.LillaLilac (Blue/Purple tint)
  26. 26.PervincaPeriwinkle (Blue/Purple tint)
  27. 27.GrigioGrey (Blue)
  28. 28.ArgentoSilver (Blue/Grey)
  29. 29.AzzurrinoLight blue (Blue)
  30. 30.CeruleoCerulean (Blue)
  31. 31.NuvoleClouds (Pale Blue/Grey)
  32. 32.FulvoFawn, tawny (Fawn)
  33. 33.OcraOchre (Fawn/Tan)
  34. 34.CannellaCinnamon (Fawn/Reddish)
  35. 35.SpigaEar of wheat (Fawn)
  36. 36.MaisCorn (Fawn/Yellow)
  37. 37.PagliaStraw (Fawn/Light)
  38. 38.ToastToast (Fawn/Brown)
  39. 39.CreminoSmall cream (Cream)
  40. 40.BiondoBlonde (Cream/Fawn)
  41. 41.DoratoGolden (Fawn/Gold)
  42. 42.ArenaSand (Fawn)
  43. 43.VanigliaVanilla (Cream)
  44. 44.CappuccinoCappuccino (Cream/Brown)
  45. 45.NoceWalnut (Brown/Fawn)
  46. 46.MarroneBrown (Fawn)
  47. 47.RossoRed (Red)
  48. 48.FuocoFire (Red)
  49. 49.FiammaFlame (Red)
  50. 50.CoralloCoral (Red/Orange)
  51. 51.ArgillaClay (Red/Brown)
  52. 52.PaprikaPaprika (Red/Orange)
  53. 53.PeperoneBell pepper (Red/Orange)
  54. 54.EosGreek goddess of dawn (Red/Orange)
  55. 55.CiliegiaCherry (Red)
  56. 56.PapaveroPoppy (Red)
  57. 57.RuggineRust (Red/Brown)
  58. 58.ArancioOrange (Orange)
  59. 59.LamponeRaspberry (Red)
  60. 60.FragolaStrawberry (Red)
  61. 61.CarotaCarrot (Orange)

How to choose a name for a Italian Greyhound

Choosing a name for your Italian Greyhound is a joyful task. Opt for names that are short, ideally one or two syllables, and feature clear, crisp consonants. This makes the name easy for your elegant companion to hear and respond to, which is particularly helpful given their sensitive nature and moderate trainability.

Ensure your chosen name doesn't sound like a common command. Names like 'Kit' might be confused with 'Sit', or 'Jo' with 'No'. This distinction is crucial for effective communication and helps prevent confusion during training, fostering a smoother learning experience for your intelligent Italian Greyhound.

Embrace the Italian Greyhound's heritage by selecting a name with an Italian flair, reflecting its historical roots and graceful presence. Consider names that suit their small, refined stature and affectionate temperament. A name like 'Pietro' or 'Fiorella' not only sounds beautiful but also connects your dog to its rich cultural background.

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