Balto
Meaning
Brave sled dog hero.
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
/ˈbɔːltəʊ/
Traits associated with the name Balto:
Dogs named Balto tend to be loving, good-natured, affectionate, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Balto?
Naming your dog Balto suggests that you have an appreciation for history and a fondness for heroic stories. Balto was a famous sled dog who led a team of sled dogs on a mission to deliver medicine to a remote town in Alaska during a diphtheria epidemic in 1925. His story has been immortalized in books, movies, and statues.
Is Balto a good dog name?
Balto 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. Balto isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Balto is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Balto ranks #6,939 with users of PupNames.com.
- Balto ranks #761 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Balto ranks #680 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Balto is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
In the past week, Balto was viewed 113 times, and liked 2 times.
Most popular breeds named Balto:
- German Shepherd
- Siberian Husky
- Pomeranian
- Labrador Retriever
- Chow Chow
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Famous dogs named Balto:
A wolf hybrid named Balto played a role in the movie Balto.
A siberian husky named Balto played a role in the movie Balto.
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