Angora

Unisex

Meaning

the capital of Turkey; located in west-central Turkey; it was formerly known as Angora and is the home of Angora goats

Origin

Anatolian

Pronunciation

/ˈæŋɡərə/

Traits associated with the name Angora:

Dogs named Angora tend to be loving, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Angora?

Naming your dog Angora suggests that you have an appreciation for soft, luxurious textures. It may also suggest that you have a creative and unique style.

Is Angora a good dog name?

Angora has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Angora isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Angora is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Angora was, in the past month, the 5344th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Angora 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, Angora was viewed 18 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Angora's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Angora is most adored in New Jersey, Washington and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Georgia and Texas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Angora.

Angora is found in these categories:

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Named after a fluffy Turkish rabbit breed, perfect for a cuddly pup!

Dog names like Angora:

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marked by skill in deception
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one who is playfully mischievous
Angora dog name meaning

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