Dog names in 2024: it's the letter V this year!

One year, one letter: the alphabet rule to follow

Since we dog is from purebred , that is to say it is registered with the LOF (French Book of Origins), his name must begin with a specific letter of the alphabet .

This system, based on taking into account the year of birth, dates back to 1926. It was set up by the SCC (Société Centrale Canine) with the aim of make it easier to keep records of the canine stud book . It allows you to easily find out in which year a particular dog was born, simply by its name.

The Letter V for Dog Names in 2024

In 2024, it's the turn of the letter V. Either the breeder from whom you reserved your puppy will have already given a name to your future companion and it suits you. Or you will inform him of your choice so that it is registered taking it into account.

Because this name will follow him throughout his life . This is the one that will appear on the official documents of your dog:

- On his health record or European passport;

- On the file held by I-CAD which manages the identification of domestic carnivores in France (dogs, cats, ferrets) (incidentally, the identification of your dog is mandatory );

- On his dog insurance contract where applicable, and which allows you to be reimbursed for your veterinary expenses in the event of an accident and/or illness;

• On the detention permit or even compulsory civil liability insurance if it is a categorized dog : first or second category dog ​​as defined by the law of January 1999 on so-called “dangerous” dogs.

However, nothing prevents you from using a diminutive in everyday life. to communicate with your companion.

What if your dog doesn't have a pedigree?

If the one you have chosen to be your faithful companion has not no pedigree and that he is therefore not of pure race , he is not not obligatory to respect the rule of the letter of the year .

So in 2024 you can choose a name starting with the letter V or any other letter of the alphabet, even those that the rule excludes ( see end of article ).

Dog names starting with V, stylish, funny... for all tastes!

To find a name for your dog, several possibilities are available to you, including the La Poste calendar and its saints, or even the dictionary. Here are some ideas if you are looking for a name for your pet.

The choice is vast and there is something for everyone: names from the simplest to the funniest passing through stylish names . Sometimes it is the puppy's attitude during the first contacts that helps determine its name. Or what the breeder who knows it well says about it. This is no reason to call it "Naughty" if it is a little unruly!

Name ideas for females

V Name Ideas for Males

The letter V doesn’t inspire you?

The letter V doesn't really inspire you? No matter, There's nothing stopping you from cheating a little. While keeping this letter at the beginning of the name, you can associate it with another name. This is not forbidden. For example, with the letter V: V'Drack, V'

Make sure the “marriage” is consistent but also make the name easy to pronounce. This is very important for good communication.

What letter for dogs in 2025? No W!

In 2025, it will not be the turn of the letter W for the names of dogs. Indeed, some letters have been deleted in the alphabet of names for dogs. These are the letters: K, Q, W, X and Y , as well as the letter Z, which were considered too difficult. They are therefore not used.

So in 2024, it will be the turn of the letter A. By starting the alphabet from its starting point, here we are again for 20 years of dog names.