Part of the excitement of getting a new dog is choosing the name. You take your time choosing the breed, gender, and size, and then fall in love with the cuteness. Sometimes all it takes is one look and you have a name all figured out.

But a lot of the time, it’s just as hard as trying to name a baby. You want something that has a good ring to it, but really captures the personality or look of your dog. There’s nothing like the irony of calling a 7-pound Maltese by Duke, or a Great Dane by the name Tiny.

Vets and dog training experts will point out that dogs respond better to names that are one to two syllables. It is hard to adhere to that model when your pup’s face is screaming Bilbo Waggins. Are there really do’s and don’ts when it comes to naming your new bud?

Not today! Since we like to embrace the quirky and unique around here, we figured we would round up a list of names that aren’t your average doggie monikers. Nothing is really off limits when it comes to sources or categories, so enjoy these names that follow no rules.

Want to go with a human tag? These are funny and officially people-oriented:

1. Ted

2. Curtis

3. Archie

4. Dwayne

5. Jeff

6. Lucy

7. Alice

8. Betty

9. Susie

10. Lois

Names for small dogs with big hearts:

1. Thor

2. Hercules

3. Hulk

4. Wolf

5. Storm

6. Medusa

7. Cruella

8. Nessie

9. Sting

10. Wonder Woman

Want something clever and edgy for your big breed? Soften your dog’s larger-than-life appearance with these:

1. Tinkerbell

2. Bo Peep

3. Tulip

4. Acorn

5. Peanut

6. Pee Wee

7. Pebbles

8. Twinkie

Would you rather have a celeb-inspired namesake? Check these out!

1. Sarah Jessica Barker

2. Ozzy Pawsborne

3. Muttley Crue

4. Isabella Tortellini

5. Virginia Woof

6. Bark Twain

7. Anderson Pooper

8. LL Drool J

If you want to flaunt your geekdom like a badge of honor, try one of these:

1. Khaleesi

2. Google

3. Mary Puppins

4. Sherlock Bones

5. Pikachu

6. Sniffy Longdroppings

7. King or Queen of Barkness

8. Princess Pee

9. Katniss

10. Count Sniffula

Food never goes out of style, so pick one of these to suit your tastes:

1. Nacho

2. Turkey

3. S’mores

4. Noodle

5. Basil

6. Pita

7. Jambalaya

8. Cheerio

Your dog’s not going to be able to tell you whether she loves her name or not, but you can almost count on there being no confusion at the dog park if you choose one of these. You know your pup’s personality so finding a name that has character, charm, and meaning may lead you down the road of what’s unusual.

And don’t stop with this list! If your dog reminds you of your favorite cookie, call him Snickerdoodle. If you want a a hero in your life and your water-loving teacup Yorkie fits the bill, rock with Aquaman. Why not?

What’s the most unusual dog name you’ve ever heard? Would you go for a silly or traditional dog name? Do you know any with a human name?