Introduction
That's right - we said patterns! No, we are not talking about grade school math problems, although some of those were pretty satisfying as well. What we would like to focus on here are the countless decorative designs that also happen to sub in as super-trendy pupper names. Have you ever considered naming your next fur-baby after a pattern?
Pattern Dog Names in Pop Culture
Jean was selected as the main dog actress for Vitagraph Studios (out of Maine) due to her ability to act natural on command. Yes - she got the part by acting like a regular, ol' pupper. Another of her features that made her successful was her medium stature, which made her more visible in each shot that she was in, even when the focus was on human actors. Her contrasting coat also made a great visual impact on the black and white screens of that era.
A calm doggo, Jean did not begin to act until she was 7 years old and had mellowed significantly. She was the dog of writer Laurence Trimble, who also had an impeccable knack for training woofers. Jean won the hearts of viewers all over with her endearing appearances in the films and even starred in a documentary about herself when she delivered a litter of pups called, "Jean and Her Family." Adorable - we know!
Her success took her overseas to try her luck at the English market working for Turner Films. A few years later, Jean and Laurence had come back to the US, as Jean was now a senior. This talented lady pup lived to the ripe old age of 14, passing away in 1916, but she left a legacy that lasted for decades.
Should we be surprised that one of the most famous actresses of early film was of the canine variety? Probably not. Dogs have the ability to make anything seem familiar and many viewers could far more easily bond with an adorable pooch than a stiff actor or actress. People still hold a very special place in their hearts for films like Homeward Bound, Milo and Otis, and Air Bud, because nothing is more moving than watching a good boy or girl show off their skills on camera.
Trimble attempted to train other dogs to fill the giant gap that was left after Jean's passing. His first few tries were unsuccessful, but eventually, he created hit films again with his German Shepherd, Stonghart. Despite Stronghart's popularity, Laurence maintained that Jean was the best dog he ever had. We highly recommend you check out both of these incredible four-legged film stars, though, unfortunately, most of the film footage no longer exists.
Pattern Dog Name Considerations
Patterns can pay homage to the many quirks your woofer possesses. They can take a standard-looking mixed breed and turn him into a dashing hound when used correctly. What you'll want to do to make sure the name fits is look at your doggo's main features. These can be tendencies or physical aspects, but either way, try to focus in on what makes your canine compadre an individual.
If you're worried that patterns can't make your pooch sound impressive or grand, you may find yourself surprised. A name like Arabesque instantly conjures up a grandeur image while Harlequin could make any lady pooch sound regal.
Some patterns look very good on paper (see what we did there) but may not translate well when you are scolding your four-legged family member for digging through the trash can or sniffing the behinds of your guests. Practice saying the name in question out loud so you can get a feel for how the sounds roll off of your tongue. If you feel silly every time you say it, or the name is too difficult to say quickly, you may want to look at a short form - or a different pattern altogether.
Male Pattern Dog Names
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Argyle
A pattern made with diamond shapes and lines
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Tweed
A thick fabric with many different hues
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Herring
After Herringbone, a pattern that creates many "v" shapes
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Chevron
A pattern very similar to Herringbone with zig-zag features
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Chintz
Bright, glazed patterns often used for curtains
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Check
A pattern that is made of squares
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Tartan
A type of Scottish plaid
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Hedebo
A type of embroidery started in Denmark
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Ogee
A pattern made of rounded shapes
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Plaid
A pattern made of horizontal and vertical lines of different colors
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Scales
A pattern assembled to look like fish skin
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Damask
A swirly pattern often use for drapery
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Trellis
A pattern that criss-crosses
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Fret
A pattern made of intertwining square shapes
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Bamboo
A pattern inspired by the bamboo plant
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Wishbone
A pattern using contrasting colors that resembles the shape of a poultry wishbone
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Arrow
A pattern that uses pointing arrows
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Spade
After the 'spades' pattern, comprised of spade shapes
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Link
After the 'linked' pattern, where various lines weave together
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Chain
After 'chain link', a pattern that resembles a fence
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Jacquard
A baroque print often bold in color
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Bengal
A type of striped pattern
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Jumbo
After the 'jumbo dot' pattern, made of large circles
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Bramble
A swirling pattern reminiscent of tangled bushes
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Glen
After 'Glen Plaid', a pattern made of intersecting lines
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Roman
After 'Roman stripes', which are thick and bold
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Sprig
A pattern made of small twig shapes
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Stipple
A pattern made of many dots close together
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Swatch
A small sample of pattern
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Zalij
A bold and intricate pattern often made with tile
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Female Pattern Dog Names
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Gingham
A pattern very similar to check, often used for picnic blankets
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Flora
After Floral, a pattern made up of flowers
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Harlequin
A pattern of latticed diamonds
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Paisley
A print made of rounded swirls with points
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Calico
A print made of small flower shapes
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Honeycomb
A pattern made of hexagons
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Jean
Another name for denim fabric
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Toile
A pattern that often depicts French scenes
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Coral
A pattern that features coral sea life
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Dot
After Polka Dot, a pattern made of circle shapes
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Ikat
A pattern made of diamond shapes
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Palmette
A pattern that is inspired by palm leaves
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Fleur
From Fleur De Lis, a French floral pattern
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Clover
A pattern made of shapes with four rounded sides
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Diamond
A pattern that uses the diamond shape
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Zebra
A pattern based on the coat of a zebra
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Wave
After the 'waves' pattern that uses shapes similar to ocean waves
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Seashell
A pattern of semi-circles that look like clam shells
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Cheetah
After the print inspired by cheetah fur
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Confetti
A pattern made of random, colorful dots
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Glitter
A pattern made of random dots of the same color
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Filigree
A delicate, swirling pattern
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Candy
After 'candy stripe', a brightly colored strip pattern
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Daisy
After daisy patterns, which use the flower in their design
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Berry
After the 'clover berry' pattern, which uses shapes of small plants and fruit
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Mandala
A repetitive, circular pattern
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Starburst
A pattern made of star shapes
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Sateen
After 'sateen repeat', a pattern that uses graphics scattered on a grid
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Wreath
A pattern made of woven circles
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Moire
A pattern made of wavy lines
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Written by Abby Clark
Published: 11/02/2018, edited: 01/30/2020
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