Beluga

Unisex

Meaning

valuable source of caviar and isinglass; found in Black and Caspian seas

Origin

Caucasian

Pronunciation

/bəˈluːɡə/

Traits associated with the name Beluga:

Dogs named Beluga tend to be loving, loyal, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor! Beluga whales are known for their distinctive white color and their playful nature, so naming your dog after one suggests that you have a lighthearted and fun-loving personality.

Is Beluga a good dog name?

Beluga 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. Beluga 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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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Beluga was, in the past month, the 1133rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Beluga 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, Beluga was viewed 33 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Beluga is most adored in Wisconsin, Massachusetts and New Jersey.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, District of Columbia and Washington.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Beluga is found in these categories:

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Belugas are bright, snowy sea creatures, just like fluffy, playful pups!

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Beluga dog name meaning

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