Mass Effect Dog Names

Introduction

If you're a fan of Mass Effect, and have recently adopted a new dog, or are seriously considering adopting one, then you're in luck. You've come to the right place! Mass Effect is a great video game series, one that revolutionized weapons, science fiction in video games, as well as narrative story telling. Players all around the world connected to Commander Shepard and Garrus Vakarian and Tali'Zorah. And although Andromeda leaves much to be desired, it doesn't stop the original trilogy from being jaw-dropping. So, if you're a serious fan, and think your dog could make an amazing turian, then take a look at these name ideas!

Mass Effect Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Mass Effect Name

KEI-9

KEI-9, a spin on the term K-9 (canine), was only available in the N7 Collector's Edition of Mass Effect 3. The pack included four weapons, an online pass, four different squadmate outfits, one more outfit for Commander Shepard and of course, KEI-9.

What made KEI-9 so interesting is that she wasn't exactly... a dog. She was a robotic dog! She had no face, no ears, no tongue. Not a wet nose in sight, and yet, she behaved exactly like a dog. To be more specific, KEI-9 was a FENRIS Mech – robots designed for security, easily identifiable by their white armor and red lights.

The thing about this dog is that she was never considered a squadmate, one of the crew that accompanied or helped Commander Shepard. She was technically a cosmetic, something extra tossed into a Collector's Edition. But if you've played enough video games, you know that adding something that could potentially alter the game, or improve upon it significantly, through a Collector's Edition purchase is risky business. Players who don't purchase it can complain about unfairness, causing turmoil and unwanted headlines.

It was different in BioWare's (game developer) other series, Dragon Age, where Dog was a secondary quest that could result in The Warden's best friend forever. There was no payment required, it was just a part of the game, legitimately. So, logically, Dog was capable of doing a lot more than KEI-9. He counted as a warrior, had a talent tree and even equipment.

Despite the difference in usability, KEI-9 still managed to be included in things like conversation, mainly hinting at life in the ship with the dog. For instance, if Gabriella Daniels, an engineer, is on board, she sometimes refers to the dog as "Sophie" during a conversation. And in super rare circumstances, Commander Shepard can rename KEI-9 to Bolto, a play on Balto – the real-life sled dog that saved an Alaskan town.

Obviously, there was a lot of limitation put on KEI-9. Players spent more time talking about how to unlock her in the game, rather than actually interacting with her. And it wasn't because they didn't want to, it was just because there was nothing the game really allowed you to do. You couldn't play with KEI-9, couldn't rub her belly or give her a snack. Her sole purpose was to be an additional item that roamed the ship and gave two characters extra dialogue.

Mass Effect Dog Name Considerations

First thing is first: naming a new dog doesn't come easy. It's never as easy as you think it's going to be, especially for avid animal lovers. Everyone wants the perfect name, the one that gets compliments, or that really resonates with the dog's identity. And that takes some effort. It's not as easy as thinking through five names and "eureka!"

The good news is that it's not impossible either. If you're looking for a name with more substance than "Fluffy," then you're already on the right track by looking through Mass Effect names. Not only do they reflect established characters with identities of their own that may or may not be similar to your dog's, they're also names that come from all types of backgrounds. There's something for everyone.

To make the process even easier, there are a few other things you could consider. For one thing, you could name your dog after the alien species that best reflects his appearance or personality. You could also name him after your favorite location in the game, because maybe that place holds deep meaning or special memories for you. You can even use name of items of objects, such as Avina, the virtual intelligence in the Citadel.

Male Mass Effect Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Commander Old French; derived from the word "comandere"
1	Wrex Again after the famous krogan mercenary and bounty hunter who respects Commander Shepard as a fellow warrior and leader
1	Kaiden Variation of Caden, a Gaelic surname meaning "battler"
1	Joker Dating back to about 1729, this word was just an evolution from jester, a word used to describe any joking man
1	Tadius Alternatively spelled Tatius, this Roman family name is speculated to be of Sabine origin
1	Sovereign Latin and Old French; meaning "above reign"
1	Grunt Old English "grunnettan," of Germanic origin; related to the German "grunzen"
1	Gavin Late medieval form of Gawain, derived from the Welsh Gwalchgwyn, meaning "White Hawk"
0	Shepard Old English; derived from "sceap" and "hierde"
0	Urdnot After the famed krogan mercenary and bounty hunter who combines biotic abilities with ample firepower
0	Mordin Originally an English medieval surname; variations include Mordan, Morden, Mordon, Mordern, Murdan and Murden
0	Solus Latin; meaning "alone"
0	Wiks English, alternatively spelled Wickes, it's derived from the Latin "wicus," meaning "conqueror"
0	Richard German, French, and English; this name means "strong in rule"
0	David Hebrew; meaning "beloved"
0	Alud Tech Officer Alud Ochren is the salarian tech specialist on the Pinnacle Station, and the programmer of the combat simulator
0	Donnel Also spelled Donnell, this name is Scottish and means "great chief"
0	Saren Not a common first name, it is likely this name is American in origin; in the game, Saren plays a main antagonist
0	Balak The leader of the batarian terrorist group, Balak is bloodthirsty and always trying to end the human race
0	Vidinos The guard captain of security aboard the Pinnacle Station, this turian is an adversary
0	Jacob Latin, Greek and Hebrew; meaning "holder of the heel"
0	Thane Scottish; meaning "follower"
0	Wilson English and Scottish; meaning "desire"
0	Zaeed After Zaeed Massani, the respected bounty hunter and mercenary soldier that assisted Shepard
0	Harbinger From the Old French herbergere, meaning "provide lodging for"
0	James Hebrew; "supplanter, one who follows"
0	Javik Last of the Prothean race, Javik is preserved in stasis for 50,000 years, and seeks vengeance on the Reapers for the loss of his people
0	Greg Short for Gregory, the name is from the Latin Gregorius, derived from the Greek name Gregorios, meaning "watchful, alert"
0	Kenneth Scottish; "born of fire; handsome"
0	Adrien Also spelled Adrian, this Latin name means "sea; water"

Female Mass Effect Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Gabriella Italian; "woman of God"
0	Ashley English; "lives in the ash tree grove"
0	Liara French; variation of Liana, meaning "my God has answered"
0	Tali Hebrew; "dew from Heaven; rising star"
0	Kate Latin; "pure, clear"
0	Benezia Variation of Venezia, of Italian and Jewish origin; Benezia is a powerful asari biotic and spiritual leader in Mass Effect
0	Miranda Latin; "worthy of admiration"
0	Kasumi Japanese; "flower blossom"
0	Samara Hebrew; "guardian, protected by God"
0	Morinth An asari suffering from a genetic disorder that causes her to kill other asari if she joins minds with them
0	Amanda Latin; "deserving to be loved"
0	Aria Italian; "air"
0	Kelly Gaelic, ancient Irish; "bright-headed"
0	Jack Medieval form of John, this is typically a male's name, but the name of a female biotic in Mass Effect; "man"
0	Ann From the Latin Anna, meaning "favored, Grace"
0	Diana Indo-European; "heavenly, divine"
0	Eve From the Latin Eva, meaning "living," but in Hebrew it means "to breathe, to give life"
0	Samantha English and Hebrew; "God heard"
0	Chloe Greek; "blooming"
0	Maya Hindu (illusion), Hebrew (spring, brook) and Old Persian (generous)
0	Daro'Xen A member of the quarian Admiralty Board in Mass Effect 3, she's known for her scientific curiosity
0	Karin Danish; "pure"
0	Nyreen After Nyreen Kandros, the turian leader of the Talons mercenary organization in Mass Effect 3
0	EDI Pronounced "Eee-Dee," this Enhanced Defence Intelligence is an AI aboard the Normandy SR-2
0	Avina The helpful virtual intelligence in the Citadel that helps newcomers get around and takes on the appearance of a woman
0	Sha'ira Known as the Consort, this influential asari works in the Citadel Chambers, and sees many powerful clients to share her conversation and advice
0	Alice English; "of nobility"
0	Jessica Hebrew; "rich; God beholds"
0	Alex Greek; "defender of men"
0	Sarah Hebrew; "princess"