Bacon

Unisex

Meaning

English scientist and Franciscan monk who stressed the importance of experimentation; first showed that air is required for combustion and first used lenses to correct vision (1220-1292)

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈbeɪkən/

Traits associated with the name Bacon:

Dogs named Bacon tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

It says that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet an unusual name. It also suggests that you have a fondness for bacon!

Is Bacon a good dog name?

Bacon has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Bacon 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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New York City Dog Name Database
1,498
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Bacon is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bacon was, in the past month, the 783rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Bacon is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Bacon was viewed 61 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Bacon is most adored in Maine, West Virginia and Massachusetts.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Nebraska and Utah.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Bacon:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. German Shepherd
  3. American Pitbull Terrier
  4. Dalmatian
  5. English Bulldog

Bacon is found in these categories:

food dog names
food

Porky breakfast staple inspires canine monikers, sizzling with personality and charm.

country dog names
country

Farmers often raise pigs, a common source of this breakfast food, in rural areas.

funny dog names
funny

Humor arises from naming a canine after a beloved breakfast food.

fat dog names
fat

Bacon is greasy, delicious, and often associated with indulgence and excess.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes playful imagery of breakfast time snuggles with your furry friend.

Dog names like Bacon:

Any of various small flat sweet cakes or cookies. Literally means "twice cooked".
Courtyard within castle walls; steward or public official.
King
A legendary good-natured elf that performs helpful services at night. Also a small square of rich chocolate cake.
Nickname for a boy in the south of the US; a slow moving individual.
Short for barnacle.
Bacon dog name meaning

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Gracie Mendez (California, United States)
Our girl is a Labrador retriever and her name is Bacon 🥓
September 05, 2022

Let us know what you think of Bacon as a dog name!