160 Cane Corso Names: Male & Female Names With Meanings
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View 5 More +Congratulations on the adoption of your Cane Corso, one of the world’s most remarkable canines! You probably have everything that you need to make your new pet feel right at home, from food bowls and dog toys to a leash and collar that are made for big, strong dogs! The only thing you’re lacking is the perfect Cane Corso name that suits your tough but gentle pup.
That’s okay, as we compiled a list of phenomenal male and female Cane Corse names for you here! If an excellent name for your great big Cane Corso is what you seek, read on!
Female Cane Corso Names in Greek, Italian, and Other Languages
The Cane Corso is a breed that originated in ancient Greece and was more or less developed by the ancient Romans for their army. Cane Corso were then exported all over Europe, including Spain and Portugal.
The female Cane Corso names here are in their original language with the translations next to them, so you know exactly what they mean.
- Alessia: Defending warrior
- Abril: Spanish for April
- Amethyst: The precious stone
- Anastasia: Resurrection in Greek
- Angelica: Angelic in Italian
- Azalea: The beautiful flower
- Amara: Grace in Italian
- Aria: Air in Italian
- Ava: Life
- Bella: Italian for beautiful
- Bianca: Italian for white
- Biscotti: The Italian cookie
- Bruna: Means brown in Italian
- Carmela: Italian for garden
- Cassia: Italian for cinnamon
- Caprice: French for whimsical
- Celeste: Heavenly in Italian
- Chloe: Green shoot in Greek
- Chianti: After the famous Italian wine
- Cleopatra: The queen of Egypt
- Contessa: Countess in Italian
- Donna: Lady in Italian
- Dolce: Italian for sweet
- Emilia: Rival in Italian
- Espresso: The Italian coffee drink
- Fiamma: Italian for flame
- Gemma: Gem in Italian
- Giada: Jade in Italian
- Giovanna: "God is gracious" in Italian
- Isabella: Italian for "pledged to God"
- Kira: Italian for throne
- Kiara: Italian for bright
- Layla: Arabic for night
- Liliana: Italian for lily, a symbol of purity
- Lola: Spanish for sorrows
- Lucia: Italian for light
- Luna: Moon in Italian
- Marcella: Italian for war-like
- Mia: Italian for mine
- Mila: Slavic for gracious dear
- Olivia: Latin for olive tree
- Quinn: Irish for "descendant of Conn"
- Rosa: Italian for rose
- Roxy: A Greek for dawn
- Sabrina: Celtic for "from the border"
- Sasha: Greek for "defender of mankind"
- Sicily: Italian for island
- Stella: Latin for star
- Tessa: Greek for “to reap”
- Umbria: After the Italian region
- Venus: After the Roman goddess of love
- Vera: Russian for faith
- Vesper: Latin for evening star
- Victoria: Victory in Latin
- Violetta: Italian for violet
- Viviana: Italian for alive
- Wanda: Slavic for shepherdess
- Yara: Brazilian for water lady
- Zara: An Arabic for blooming flower
- Zelda: German for "gray fighting maid"
- Zephyr: Greek for west wind
- Zinnia: After the vibrant flower
- Zia: Italian for aunt
- Zola: Italian for "ball of earth"
- Zuma: Italian for peace
Male Cane Corso Names in Greek, Italian, and Other Languages
Like with the female Cane Corso names, any of the following male Cane Corso names will make an excellent fit for your new pet. Many of them are quite memorable and fun to say. They also make great conversation starters!
- Garvan: Celtic for rough
- Santiago: Italian for "little saint"
- Lex: Greek for "defender of men"
- Ozzie: Hebrew for strong
- Diego: Spanish for substitute
- Rocco: Italian for rest
- Rio: Spanish for river
- Diesel: means power or strength
- Maximus: Italian for greatest
- Rogue: Rebellious
- Faustino: Spanish for "lucky man"
- Django: Awake
- Santiago: Spanish for Saint James
- Alonzo: Italian for "ready for battle"
- Simba: Lion
- Alberto: Spanish for noble
- Stefano: Italian for crow
- Asher: Fortunate
- Dante: Italian for steadfast
- Fernando: Spanish for adventurous
- Maximo: Spanish for the greatest
- Zephyr: Means gentle breeze
- Brutus: Strong
- Leonardo: Italian for brave lion
- Silvestro: Italian for "person of the woods"
Female Cane Corso Names From Greek and Roman Mythology
The ancient Greeks and Romans had many gods they adored, and many of the names are still well-known today. Some are so powerful that they make perfect names for a female Cane Corso. Take a look and see if any strike your fancy!
- Urania: Greek muse of astronomy
- Hera: Roman goddess and protector of mothers
- Calliope: Greek muse of poetry
- Minera: Roman goddess of war
- Artemis: Greek goddess of hunting
- Keres: Greek goddess of the night
- Bellona: Roman goddess of war
- Apate: Greek goddess of gardens
- Athena: Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare
- Freya: Norse goddess of love and beauty
- Juno: Roman goddess
- Olympia: Home of the Greek gods
- Calypso: Greek sea nymph
- Alcyone: Greek goddess and daughter of Poseidon
- Venus: Roman goddess of love
- Erato: Greek muse of poetry
- Isis: Roman goddess of fertility
- Aphrodite: Greek goddess of love and beauty
- Alectrone: Greek goddess of the sun
- Bona Dea: Roman goddess of chastity
- Persephone: Greek goddess of vegetation
- Circe: Greek goddess of magic
- Rhea: Roman goddess of prosperity
- Harmonia: Greek goddess of harmony
- Demetra: Roman goddess of agriculture
- Eos: Greek goddess of the dawn
- Gaia: Greek goddess of the earth
- Selene: Greek goddess of the moon
Male Cane Corso Names From Greek and Roman Mythology
Like their female counterparts, these male Cane Corso names are from myths, and one could be the perfect name for your new pet. You've likely seen and heard many of these recognizable names from songs, movies, TV, and other media.
- Zeus: King of the Roman gods
- Jupiter: King of the Greek gods
- Poseidon: Greek god of the sea
- Neptune: Roman god of the sea
- Hades: Greek god of the underworld
- Hermes: Greek messenger god
- Apollo: Greek god of the sun
- Ares: Greek god of war
- Cronos: Original Greek god
- Eros: Greek god of love
- Thor: Norse god of thunder
- Hercules: Roman half-man, half-god
- Caesar: The Roman emperor
- Atlas: The Greek titan
Names Based on the Breed’s Physical and Psychological Characteristics
Choosing a name based on your new dog’s physical characteristics and traits is always a good method. With the Cane Corso, it is even better, since this breed is huge, fearless, and brave! These Cane Corso names all refer to the breed’s power, dominance, and size, which is ideal for a dog with a bite force of 650 PSI!
- Admiral
- Colossus
- Beyonce
- Queen Latifah
- Goliath
- Xena, Warrior Princess
- Hero
- Raider
- Big Boy
- Clotilde: German for "battle famous"
- Abominable
- Yeti
- Bear
- Raider
- Gorilla
- Brutus Beefcake
- Rhino
- Brielle: French for strong
- Big Mouth
- Bigfoot
- Saber
- Captain Crunch
- Marcella: Latin for god of war
- Bark Kent
- Total Eclipse
- Binsa: Hindu for fearless
- Captain
- Atom Bomb
- Gigantor
- Imelda: Latin for powerful fighter
- Turk
- Beast
How to Name Your Cane Corso
Naming a dog should be fun and exciting. Choosing a Cane Corso’s name, however, is a task best done with a bit of thought beforehand. This is a giant dog with a heritage that can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome! In other words, while you can, of course, name your new pup anything you like, you may want to give them a name that evokes the majesty and history of this incredible breed.
One method that you might use is to evoke a physical trait or personality feature of the Cane Corso. For example, “Gigante,” which means “Giant” in Italian, might be a good fit. Cani Corsi are also known as noble, assertive, and dominant, and their name in Latin translates to “bodyguard dog.”
Naming your new Cane Corso after a figure from Greek mythology or Italian history could also be a great choice and would give your new canine companion an air of importance, grace, and strength.
Conclusion
The Cane Corso is, without question, an amazing dog in many ways. We hope that one of the lists presented here helps you pick a name for your new puppy that fits their strength, affection, determination, and size. Whichever name you choose, we wish you the best of luck raising your Cane Corso to be your friend, companion, and protector!
Featured Image Credit: Tymoshenko Olga, Shutterstock
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