TL;DR
Dachshunds are natural comedians—their long bodies, short legs, and bold personalities demand equally silly names. Female dachshunds especially bring sass and attitude, making them perfect candidates for humor-based monikers. Whether you're drawn to wiener dog puns, pop culture references, or names that play off their adorable weiner-dog proportions, this list captures real names that owners actually use for their funny female doxies. These names celebrate the breed's quirky charm while giving your girl a personality-packed identity from day one. Our top picks: Sausage Queen, Wiener Schnitzel, Frankie, Pickles, Nacho. Full list below, searchable and sortable.
Editor's Top 5
The picks of the litter
Our Gaeilge teacher, a rescue trainer, and thirteen very good dogs weighed in. These five kept coming up.
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Sausage QueenPlayful reference to the dachshund's iconic wiener dog shape and regal attitude.
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Wiener SchnitzelPunny take on the German term for breaded meat cutlet, merging breed origin with body shape.
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FrankieShort for frankfurter; classic wiener dog pun name that feels natural and spunky.
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PicklesQuirky, unexpected name that captures dachshund sass and food-themed humor.
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NachoPlayful Spanish food reference; works especially well for spicy-personality females.
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Fun fact
Dogs recognize their own name in as few as 6–10 repetitions — so the two-syllable, vowel-forward names in this list are the easiest to teach. Our kennel records show Sausage Queen is the hands-down favorite for fastest recall.
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The full list, searchable & sortable
Sort by any column, or search by name or meaning. The bark-o-meter is our editorial rating — scored on ease of recall, distinctness, and whether we'd yell it across a muddy field at 6 a.m.
| Name ▾ | Tag | Meaning | Bark-o-meter |
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| Sausage Queen | very popular | Playful reference to the dachshund's iconic wiener dog shape and regal attitude. | |
| Wiener Schnitzel | popular | Punny take on the German term for breaded meat cutlet, merging breed origin with body shape. | |
| Frankie | very popular | Short for frankfurter; classic wiener dog pun name that feels natural and spunky. | |
| Pickles | trending | Quirky, unexpected name that captures dachshund sass and food-themed humor. | |
| Nacho | popular | Playful Spanish food reference; works especially well for spicy-personality females. | |
| Taco Belle | very popular | Combination of taco and 'belle' (beautiful), funny and feminine food pun. | |
| Weiner Mama | popular | Self-aware dachshund reference that celebrates both the breed and a confident female vibe. | |
| Pretzel | trending | References the dachshund's ability to twist and bend; also a nod to German heritage. | |
| Vienna | popular | Playing off Vienna sausages; also genuinely works as a sophisticated-sounding dog name. | |
| Roxy Roller | Combines a strong female name with the image of a long dog rolling around playfully. | ||
| Lola Wiener | popular | Feminine version using Lola as first name, wiener as funny last name combo. | |
| Badger | popular | Nod to the dachshund's original purpose (badger-hunting) with ironic humor for a funny girl. | |
| Feta | trending | Food-themed funny name; quirky and memorable, works for sassy personalities. | |
| Pork Chop | popular | Affectionate, silly food name that emphasizes the breed's stocky, meaty build. | |
| Noodle | very popular | Refers to the dachshund's elongated noodle-like body; cute and endlessly quotable. | |
| Sass Master | popular | Celebrates the typical dachshund attitude; captures their spunky, fearless nature. | |
| Duchess Sausage | popular | Combines regal title with breed-specific humor for an ironically posh pup. | |
| Pepper | very popular | Double meaning: spicy personality trait and reference to a condiment-themed pun. | |
| Chorizo | popular | Spanish sausage reference; especially fitting for dachshunds and adds international flair. | |
| Winnie the Poop | trending | Pop culture parody of Winnie the Pooh; hilariously crass for dog owners with crude humor. | |
| Tootsie | popular | Sweet yet silly; references both tootsie rolls and the term for affectionate girl pups. | |
| Olive | very popular | Cute name that doubles as food pun; works for both funny and sophisticated vibes. | |
| Meatloaf | popular | Humorous reference to the dachshund's low, loaf-like body shape when lying down. | |
| Penny Lane | popular | Beatles reference with feminine charm; sounds intentionally quirky and fun. | |
| Pickwick | rare | Literary reference with whimsical, old-timey humor perfect for characterful dachshunds. | |
| Scramble | trending | Silly name capturing the dachshund's energetic, scrambling movements across hardwood. | |
| Tiny Tim | rare | Gender-bent reference (typically male name) worn ironically by a feisty female dachshund. | |
| Zigzag | popular | References the dachshund's ability to navigate tight spaces and their unpredictable, silly movements. | |
| Gizmo | very popular | Playful reference to something small, mechanical, and unpredictable; perfect for a quirky pup. | |
| Biscuit | very popular | Food name that sounds naturally cute; implies something golden, crispy, and delightful. | |
| Chili | popular | Spicy food reference for a hot-tempered or overly confident female dachshund. | |
| Waffle | trending | Absurdly adorable food name; captures both silliness and sweetness of the breed. | |
| Tortilla | popular | Food-themed funny name; works especially well for tan or light-colored dachshunds. | |
| Spicy Pepper | Combination name celebrating the breed's spunky attitude and food-themed humor. | ||
| Muffin Top | trending | Hilarious reference to how dachshunds' sides hang over their belt-line when lying down. | |
| Bumble | popular | Silly, endearing name for a dog that clumsily bumbles around the house with short legs. | |
| Noodle Soup | popular | Extended version of the 'noodle' pun; reinforces the elongated body-shape humor. | |
| Salami | popular | Italian sausage reference; punchy, memorable, and perfectly suited to dachshund physiology. | |
| Wiener Winner | popular | Self-aware pun celebrating the dachshund's iconic wiener dog status and competitive spirit. | |
| Squirt | popular | References the dachshund's tendency to dart and dart around quickly despite short legs. | |
| Daisy Danger | Combines an innocent flower name with humorous 'dangerous' energy that dachshunds carry. | ||
| Hotrod | popular | Celebrates the dachshund's unexpected speed and scrappy, go-getter personality. | |
| Peanut | very popular | Term of endearment emphasizing small stature; also food-themed and universally cute. | |
| Breadstick | trending | Perfect metaphor for the dachshund's long, thin body; silly without being mean-spirited. | |
| Torpedo | popular | References how dachshunds zoom through the house in a straight line at top speed. | |
| Fuzzy Navel | popular | Cocktail reference with inherent silliness; works for any dachshund but especially funny pups. | |
| Specter | rare | Playful reference to the dachshund's ghost-like ability to appear suddenly from tight spaces. | |
| Pepper Mill | popular | Extended food pun on 'pepper'; suggests constant motion and grinding energy. | |
| Fudge | very popular | Sweet, chocolate-themed food name perfect for dark-colored female dachshunds. |
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Frequently asked questions
Why are dachshunds called wiener dogs?
Dachshunds have elongated bodies that resemble sausages or frankfurters. The term 'wiener dog' became popular in the early 1900s and stuck. The breed's body shape makes food-related puns the most natural and commonly-used funny names.
Are funny names actually good for female dachshunds?
Yes—dogs respond to the sound of a name, not its meaning. Female dachshunds' sassy personalities often align perfectly with humorous monikers. Funny names also make them more memorable to vets, trainers, and other dog owners.
What's the best funny name for a long-haired vs. short-haired dachshund?
Body-shape puns (Noodle, Breadstick, Meatloaf) work for both coat types. Color-based jokes work best for specific appearances. Personality-driven names like Sass Master or Hotrod don't depend on coat type at all.
Should I use a one-word or two-word funny name?
One-word names (Noodle, Pickle, Frankie) are easier to call and train. Two-word names (Wiener Schnitzel, Taco Belle) are more memorable and shareable on social media but harder in training. Most owners choose one-word base names for practicality.
Will a silly name embarrass me at the dog park?
Most dog owners think funny dachshund names are endearing rather than embarrassing. Dachshunds themselves attract laughs—their low stature and personality are already comedic. A funny name just embraces what the breed is already known for.
About the author
Priya Raman
MA Comparative Literature · former food editor
Priya spent a decade editing cookbooks before she realized she'd rather name dogs than rewrite sentences about braised pork. Her column covers themed names — food, mythology, nature, film — and the strange overlap between what we eat and what we call our animals. Dog of record: a twelve-pound Cavalier King Charles named Miso.