Maleficent Inspired Dog Names

Introduction

The choice of a name for your new dog can be fraught with frustration and stress when you cannot find the right one - the one that not only sounds right for your dog, but feels right to you as well. So, you have to go the extra mile to find that perfect name. One source that you may not have thought of is that of the movie genre. Fantasy tales or legends often have wonderful names that you can use for your pet. Take the 2014 dark fantasy called Maleficent, staring Angelina Jolie in the main role. It is a film loosely based on the Sleeping Beauty tale of Walt Disney fame and has a treasure trove of names that are unique and cute from which you can draw inspiration. But why do all the work yourself? We have created a list of great dog names from the movie, meaning that you only have to cruise our list of Maleficent Inspired Dog Names to find the perfect match. If you haven't watched the movie, why not curl up with your new pooch and enjoy it together. The first few days with a new dog are important - it is a special bonding time so don't get caught up in research. Get to know this little animal who will share your life and be your companion. Our list of names will give you the freedom to do just that.

Maleficent Inspired Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Maleficent Name

Beauty

This tale is a story about a dog called Beauty who was the best friend and companion to one of the world's most famous yet forgotten illusionists. In the days before the rise of the silver screen, a young man struggled to make his way as an illusionist. Lafayette became the biggest name in entertainment leading up to his death in 1911. He was a rather unusual man, very lonely and his early years were very tough. A German immigrant, he arrived in America with his family in 1889. After declining to join the family silk business, he headed west to become a vaudeville star. It was here where he met the dog. After complaining to his only friend Harry Houdini about being so lonely, Houdini gave him a little dog called Beauty. From there on, Lafayette and Beauty were inseparable. The little dog was affectionate and loyal.

One night while he was performing, Beauty wandered out onto the stage, and the crowd - thinking she was part of the act - gave Lafayette his biggest applause ever. Since then, he trained her to become part of his act. She performed tricks on her own, and was part of the act, which is something that no other artist had done. This increased his following and his fortune grew. Everywhere he went, Beauty went. She had the best food, the best beds, the best of everything. Lafayette was difficult to work with when it came to people though, as he was a perfectionist. He oversaw every part of his show, from costumes to the stage props. Lafayette was famous for the quote, "The more I see of people, the more I love my dog."

Together Beauty and her master traveled in style, and life was good. They even had a lion that was part of the show. Lafayette was a brilliant illusionist. But at the prestigious Empire Palace Theatre in Edinburgh on May 1911, life changed dramatically. Four days into a sell out show, Beauty died from eating too a rich diet. Lafayette was shattered - Beauty was his companion and friend. She was everything to him. He had Beauty buried in Edinburgh after getting special permission, then sadly only days later, Lafayette was caught up in a fire where ten people including him, perished in the flames. What they recovered, they laid to rest with his Beauty. This tale underlines the incredible bond of affection, love and trust that can be forged between man and dog. Beauty was a privileged dog who, because of her devotion to her owner, he gave her the best of everything in return. What a sad but hauntingly beautiful true story.

Maleficent Inspired Dog Name Considerations

Maleficent is a great family movie that can inspire a host of ideas for names for your new dog. The only thing we need to point out is that the name you choose must be simple for your dog to understand. Shorter names are often better, allowing your dog to understand you. Longer names can be good, but check that they roll off the tongue easily and that they are fluid in form. If your tongue trips over the name, your dog will give up waiting for you to get it out and will be off chasing after the neighbour's cats or kids. A movie can offer a host of names taken from the movie location, actors and actresses in the film, villains and heroes, and amazing creatures such as dragons. Just the emotions the movie evokes can be the inspiration for a name. We have done the homework for you, and have sifted through Maleficent files to choose only the best names to give you a solid choice for female and male dogs. Are the villainous characters your favorite part of the film? If so, consider the names Beast or Stefan. How about the color of your dog? If he is black, you can name him after the shapeshifting raven, Diaval. A busy dog will suit the moniker, Flittle and Phillip is the perfect title if your dog is a little prince.

Male Maleficent Inspired Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Diaval Maleficent's shape changing raven companion
0	Prince After Prince Phillip in the movie - Aurora's love interest
0	Villain Otherwise known as King Stefan
0	Shadow Maleficent's evil shadow hides in the darkness
0	Enigma Prince Philip is a bit of an enigma in this movie - he doesn't quite do what you think he should do
0	Stealth The movie is all about stealth and people's egos
0	Raven Diaval is a raven belonging to Maleficent
0	Hunter King Stefan hunted for every spindle in the land but to no avail
0	Maverick King Stefan does things his way, and often in contradiction to others
0	Ambush As any dog will tell you, and ambush is a great way to frighten someone
0	Anarchy Perfect for a dog who is strong willed and resilient
0	Valiant When fighting against magical beings you need to be valiant
0	Woolverton After the screenplay writer Linda Woolverton
0	River A cool name for a dog, referring to the river in the movie
0	Mortal A cute name for a mortal dog, one that sadly doesn't live forever
0	Rogue Like the movie, your pup has a bit of rogue in them especially in the puppy years
0	Blackbird A great name for a black dog with a heart of gold
0	Beast Some of the apparitions conjured up by Maleficent
0	Stromberg The surname of the film director, Robert Stromberg
0	Forest The deep dark forest where the army of Maleficent resides
0	Moorland A play on the moors and the word land, making a unique name for a brooding dog
0	Thorn Like the ring of thorns protecting the Moors
0	Vengeance A unique name for an imposing dog with a soft heart
0	Magician The movie revolves around magic and the power struggle of two opposing strong parties
0	Rocky The relationship between Stefan and Maleficent is rocky at best
0	Titan A battle of epic proportions
0	Riley Sam Riley plays the part as Diaval, Maleficent's raven companion
0	Dragon In the original story Maleficent turns into a dragon
0	Mojo Diaval has a certain mojo or spirit that makes him more than just a bird

Female Maleficent Inspired Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Chaos Maleficent creates chaos and disorder for all in the court of King Stefan
0	Aurora The Princess and daughter of Queen Leila and King Stefan
0	Pixies Mischievous pixies or fairies who raised Princess Aurora
0	Thistlewit One of the three pixies; and what a fitting name for a perky pup
0	Flittle Another Pixie and another unique name that would suit a little dog
0	Princess Just the name for a beautiful dog
0	Maleficent Truly unique, it makes a great name for a dog with style and a sense of mystery
0	Magic Your dog practiced magic over you and won your heart
0	Atora The black two pointed head-dress worn by Maleficent
0	Angel After Angelina Jolie who played the lead as Maleficent
0	Gelina A variant of Angelina as tribute to her outstanding performance as Maleficent
0	Mystique For that someone (perhaps your dog) who has a sense of mystery to them
0	Misty The mist that rises in the dawn after a cold night
0	Fern A soft name for a lovely plant found in the protected forest
0	Moxie Your dog has it if she is full of mischief and has a great attitude
0	Thistle Small but sharp, this is such a nice name for a cute active dog
0	Haven A place of safety
0	Scandal An outrageous event such as Maleficent's gift to Aurora
0	Dusk As the sun sinks at the end of the day, the dusk sets in before night falls
0	Karma You get back what you put out there in your actions
0	Storm When Maleficent is having a melt down
0	Sprite A magical creature like a fairy
0	Echo Sound like thunder and lightning that is bouncing off a castle
0	Dreamster A nice name for a dog who loves to watch movies with you
0	Leila From Queen Leila in the storyline
0	Sunrise That magical time of the day when the sun rises
0	Ivy A simple crisp name that would suit a cute cuddly little dog
0	Blossom When good triumphs over evil, the blossom bursts into flower
0	Jewel The jewel pool where Stefan stole from at the beginning of the movie
0	Taboo The spindle was a taboo object after the curse laid on Aurora
0	Miracle The miracle of being able to save Aurora saved Maleficent herself