Baldwin
Meaning
Brave friend.
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈbɔːldwɪn/
Traits associated with the name Baldwin:
Dogs named Baldwin tend to be good-natured, and loving. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Baldwin?
Naming your dog Baldwin suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet an unusual name. It also suggests that you may have an appreciation for classic literature, as the name Baldwin is derived from the Old English name Bealdwine, which means "bold friend."
Is Baldwin a good dog name?
Baldwin has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Baldwin 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
Baldwin is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Baldwin was, in the past month, the 1752nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Baldwin 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, Baldwin was viewed 48 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Baldwin's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Baldwin is most adored in Idaho, Arkansas and Indiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Illinois and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Baldwin.
Baldwin is found in these categories:
friendly
Baldwin sounds like a buddy who's always ready for a belly rub!
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