Alpha
Meaning
The first letter of the greek alphabet.
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/ˈælfə/
Alt. Spellings
Alf
Traits associated with the name Alpha:
Dogs named Alpha tend to be loving, loyal, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Alpha?
Naming your dog Alpha suggests that you have a strong sense of leadership and are confident in your abilities. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of responsibility and are willing to take charge when needed.
Is Alpha a good dog name?
Alpha has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Alpha is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!
Popularity: Overall
Alpha is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Alpha outranks the great majority of names.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Alpha was, in the past month, the 175th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of October 2024, Alpha is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Alpha was viewed 0 times, and liked 5 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Alpha's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Alpha is most adored in South Carolina, New Mexico and Rhode Island.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Idaho and Nebraska.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Alpha.
Most popular breeds named Alpha:
- German Shepherd
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Chow Chow
- Golden Retriever
- Bulldog
Alpha is found in these categories:
celestial
Leading star in a constellation, it's a top pick for space-loving pet owners.
greek
First letter of the Greek alphabet, often symbolizes beginning.
gangster
Exudes dominance and leadership, akin to mob bosses in popular culture.
hunting
Alpha signifies leadership and dominance, traits often associated with hunting dogs.
cool
Exudes leadership vibes, referencing the dominant wolf in a pack.
nerdy
Associations with Greek alphabet and leadership in wolf packs scream geekiness.
Comments (0)
Be the first to leave a comment.
Let us know what you think of Alpha as a dog name!