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Planet Of The Apes Dog Names
Updated: May 08, 2024
Welcome to an exciting realm where the cinematic universe of an iconic movie franchise intersects with your beloved canine companion. If you are a fan of the extraordinary and groundbreaking "Planet of the Apes" series and a dog parent, then you are in for a treat! This page offers you an extensive list of dog names inspired by the memorable characters, locations, and themes from these popular films.
Embrace the sci-fi spirit as we take you on a journey through the captivating world of intelligent primates, set in a post-apocalyptic Earth. Each name is handpicked considering its relevance and connection to this legendary saga. From the courageous and wise Caesar to the intelligent and compassionate Zira, there's an array of unique and distinctive names for you to choose from. So, whether your furry friend is as adventurous and brave as the apes or as loyal and spirited as the human protagonists, you are sure to find the perfect name that reflects their personality.
Get ready to traverse the intriguing universe of inter-species interactions, epic battles, and poignant narratives. Explore this expansive list to find a name that resonates with your pup's character and pays homage to your favorite movie series. After all, what could be more special than naming your loyal companion after a character from a film that has left an indelible mark on the world of science fiction!
| Name | Reason to Choose |
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| Achilles | Depicts the invincibility and might of the apes |
| Aldo | Named after the ape who led the rebellion in the fifth film |
| Allegory | The entire series is an allegory for various social and political issues |
| Anubis | Stands for the apes' keen senses and vigilance |
| Ape | A simple, yet effective name for a dog with a lot of character |
| Apollo | Symbolizes the intelligence and creativity of the apes |
| Ares | Represents the aggressive nature of the apes |
| Armando | The circus owner who cared for Caesar as a baby in the original series |
| Atlas | Symbolizes the strength and endurance of the apes |
| Attar | The name of the gorilla general from the 2001 film |
| Baboon | A type of Old World monkey that is often mistaken for an ape, it makes a quirky dog name |
| Badape | After the character who helps Caesar in the third film of the reboot trilogy |
| Baldr | Depicts the apes' innocence and purity |
| Banyan | A type of tree found in jungles, a nod to the natural environment of apes |
| Bast | Stands for the protective nature of the apes |
| Battle | Named after the final film in the original series |
| Beneath | As a cool reference to the second film in the original series |
| Blue | A nod to Blue Eyes, Caesar's son in the reboot trilogy |
| Bonobo | A type of ape known for its peaceful nature |
| Breck | The human villain from the fifth film of the original series |
| Brent | The astronaut who crash lands on the Planet of the Apes in the second film of the original series |
| Brighteyes | In memory of the lab chimp who starts the ape revolution in the reboot trilogy |
| Brutus | Represents the brute strength of the apes |
| Caesar | A nod to the lead character of the reboot trilogy, Caesar, a symbol of leadership and strength |
| Caliban | A character from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', often portrayed as a primitive and brutal creature |
| Challenger | To reflect the apes' spirit of challenging the status quo |
| Chimp | A cute name for a small dog, representing the smaller apes in the series |
| Cinematic | A tribute to the cinematic masterpiece that is Planet of the Apes |
| Colony | A reference to the ape colony in the movie |
| Cornelius | Inspired by one of the original film's intelligent and open-minded apes |
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Directors and Actors
Paying tribute to the creators and performers of the Planet of the Apes franchise can be a great way to find a name for your pet.
| Name | Description |
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| Amanda | In honor of Amanda Silver, a writer for the reboot series |
| Burton | For Tim Burton, the director of the 2001 remake |
| Clarke | Named after the actor who played Dodge in the original film |
| Clarke | Named after the actor who played Dodge in the original film |
| Evans | After Maurice Evans who played Dr. Zaius in the original series |
| Franco | After James Franco, the leading actor in Rise of the Planet of the Apes |
| Helena | After Helena Bonham Carter who starred in the 2001 version |
| Heston | In tribute to Charlton Heston, the lead actor in the original 1968 film |
| Jaffa | Named after Rick Jaffa, a writer for the reboot series |
| Keri | In tribute to Keri Russell from Dawn of the Planet of the Apes |
| Koba | Named after the ape antagonist from the reboot series |
| Linda | A nod to Linda Harrison who played Nova in the original series |
| McDowall | A tribute to Roddy McDowall who played Cornelius and Caesar |
| Milo | A nod to the character played by Roddy McDowall in the original series |
| Oldman | After Gary Oldman, a key actor from Dawn of the Planet of the Apes |
| Paddy | In tribute to the actor Paddy Considine from Dawn of the Planet of the Apes |
| Reeves | In honor of Matt Reeves, the director of Dawn and War of the Planet of the Apes |
| Rupert | Named after Rupert Wyatt, the director of Rise of the Planet of the Apes |
| Schaffner | Named after Franklin J. Schaffner, the director of the first film |
| Serkis | After Andy Serkis, who brought Caesar to life in the reboot series |
| Serling | Honoring Rod Serling, one of the film's screenwriters |
| Theron | After Charlize Theron who starred in the 2011 reboot |
| Wahlberg | Honoring Mark Wahlberg who starred in the 2001 remake |
| Wyler | For William Wyler, who was originally set to direct the 1968 film |
| Zira | After the character played by Kim Hunter in the original series |
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Species
The different species of apes from the franchise can offer some great inspiration for dog names.
| Name | Description |
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| Aldo | A reference to the gorilla military leader |
| Armando | In honor of the circus owner who raised Caesar |
| Bondar | Named after the female chimp in the animated series |
| Brent | Inspired by the astronaut from the second film |
| Brighteyes | Inspired by the nickname given to the first film's protagonist |
| Caesar | From the name of the ape leader who led the revolution |
| Cornelius | Inspired by the archaeologist and historian ape |
| Hassel | Named after the director of the original film |
| Heston | Inspired by the actor who played Taylor in the original film |
| Kira | A female character from the animated series, perfect for a female dog |
| Koba | After the scarred bonobo who despised humans |
| Lawgiver | In reference to the orangutan prophet |
| Lucius | In honor of the young chimpanzee from the original movie |
| Maurice | A wise orangutan counselor's name |
| Milo | Takes its name from the son of Zira and Cornelius |
| Mutant | In reference to the underground human dwellers in the second film |
| Nova | Nova is a human character who can't speak |
| Taylor | After the astronaut protagonist of the first film |
| Thade | Named after the main antagonist in the 2001 film |
| Tola | Inspired by the aggressive gorilla in the new trilogy |
| Ursus | Named after the gorilla general in the second movie |
| Virgil | Named after the wise orangutan in Battle for the Planet of the Apes |
| Will | In honor of the scientist who raised Caesar in Rise of the Planet of the Apes |
| Zaius | In honor of the orangutan Minister of Science |
| Zira | Named after a compassionate chimpanzee scientist in the series |
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Locations
The Planet of the Apes franchise has some iconic locations that can make unique and interesting dog names.
| Name | Description |
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| Aldo | The ape who leads a rebellion against humans |
| Ape City | It's the central place where the apes live in the franchise |
| Armando | In honor of the circus owner who helps the apes |
| Boulle | Pierre Boulle, the author of the original Planet of the Apes novel |
| Brent | There's a character who travels to a city in the Planet of the Apes |
| Brighteyes | The nickname Zira gives to Taylor |
| Caesar | The name honors the ape who started it all |
| Cornelius | One of the main ape characters, who discovered the origins of the ape society |
| Forbidden | The Forbidden Zone is a mysterious area in the Planet of the Apes universe |
| Hasslein | The scientist who invents time travel in the Planet of the Apes franchise |
| Helius | The spacecraft in the original movie |
| Heston | In tribute to Charlton Heston, who played the astronaut Taylor |
| Koba | The ape who opposes Caesar's leadership |
| Liberty | Another name for the spacecraft in the original movie |
| Milo | The name Cornelius and Zira give to their son |
| Nova | One of the human characters living in the apes' world |
| Rodman | Will Rodman, a scientist from the reboot series |
| Simos | The planet of the apes in the original French novel |
| Taylor | The astronaut who discovered the Planet of the Apes |
| Ulysse | The protagonist of the original Planet of the Apes novel |
| Verdon | The river where Taylor first encounters the apes |
| Zaius | The orangutan leader of Ape City |
| Zaloom | The city where Ulysse lands in the original French novel |
| Zero | A tribute to the original name of the character Zira in the French novel |
| Zira | A nod to the empathetic chimpanzee scientist |
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Villains
If your dog has a mischievous side, perhaps a name from the Planet of the Apes villains could be fitting.
| Name | Description |
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| Aldo | This name comes from General Aldo, another antagonist in the Planet of the Apes franchise |
| Attar | Derived from Attar, a supporting antagonist in the 2001 Planet of the Apes film |
| Breck | Inspired by Governor Breck, a human antagonist in the original movie series |
| Caesar | Inspired by Caesar, who becomes a villain in some interpretations of the Planet of the Apes series |
| Carver | Inspired by the character Carver, a human antagonist in the Planet of the Apes reboot series |
| Dodge | Taken from the character Dodge, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Dreyfus | Taken from the character Dreyfus, a human antagonist in the Planet of the Apes reboot series |
| Grey | Derived from the character Grey, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Hasslein | Taken from the character Dr. Otto Hasslein, an antagonist from the original movie series |
| Jaffe | Taken from the character Jaffe, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Koba | Inspired by the Bonobo ape Koba, a villain in the Planet of the Apes reboot series |
| Kolp | Derived from the character Kolp, a human antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Krull | Named after the character Krull, a chimpanzee antagonist in the movie Battle for the Planet of the Apes |
| Landon | Inspired by the character Landon, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Limbo | Taken from the character Limbo, an opportunistic ape from the 2001 Planet of the Apes movie |
| Marcus | Taken from the character Marcus, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Maxim | Taken from the character Maximus, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Mendez | Comes from the character Mendez, a human antagonist in the original Planet of the Apes series |
| Nix | Inspired by the character Nix, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Prentice | Inspired by the character Prentice, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Red | Derived from the character Red, a minor antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Stone | Derived from the character Stone, a minor human antagonist in the Planet of the Apes series |
| Thade | Inspired by General Thade, a primary antagonist in the 2001 Planet of the Apes movie |
| Ursus | A nod to General Ursus, a villainous ape from the Planet of the Apes series |
| Zaius | This name is derived from Dr. Zaius, a key antagonist in the original Planet of the Apes film |
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Main Characters
Naming your dog after one of the main characters from Planet of the Apes can be a fun nod to the franchise.
| Name | Description |
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| Aldo | Aldo, a character who values independence, is a fitting name for a dog who enjoys its own space |
| Armando | Inspired by the kind-hearted Armando, this name is perfect for a friendly and approachable dog |
| Brent | Inspired by the determined astronaut Brent, this name is perfect for a dog with a sense of adventure |
| Bright | Inspired by the intelligent Bright Eyes, this name is perfect for a bright and curious dog |
| Caesar | Inspired by the leader of the ape rebellion, Caesar, this name is perfect for a strong and intelligent dog |
| Cornelius | Cornelius is an intelligent, curious character, making it a great name for an explorative dog |
| Dodge | Inspired by a brave and assertive character, Dodge is a fitting name for an active, playful dog |
| Hasslein | Hasslein, a determined and ambitious character, is a great name for a goal-oriented dog |
| Koba | For the dog with a bit of a wild side, Koba, a rebellious ape, lends his name |
| Kolp | Kolp, a character who is cunning and ambitious, lends his name to dogs with a mischievous side |
| Krull | Inspired by the strong and noble Krull, this name is perfect for a dog with a commanding presence |
| Landon | For the steadfast and loyal dog, Landon, a reliable character, is the perfect name |
| Lucius | Lucius, a brave young ape, inspires this name, ideal for a bold and energetic dog |
| Maurice | A wise and loyal friend of Caesar, Maurice is a suitable name for a trustworthy companion |
| Maximus | A great name for a large breed, Maximus is a powerful and respected character |
| Mendez | Named after the wise and revered Mendez, this name is fitting for a dog with a calm and collected demeanor |
| Nova | This name is inspired by a kind and silent character, perfect for a quiet, gentle dog |
| Rocket | Rocket, a loyal and brave character, provides a suitable name for a dog that's always by your side |
| Stewart | Stewart, a brave character, provides a suitable name for a dog with a courageous spirit |
| Taylor | A brave and determined character, Taylor is a great name for a courageous dog |
| Thade | For a dog with a strong and assertive personality, Thade, a commanding character, is an apt name |
| Ursus | Ursus, a fierce and powerful character, is a fitting name for a strong, protective dog |
| Virgil | For a guide or service dog, Virgil, a wise and guiding character, is an appropriate name |
| Zaius | Zaius, a wise and authoritative ape, is a suitable name for a dignified dog |
| Zira | Zira is a compassionate and caring character, a fitting name for a loving dog |
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