Dog Names > Bliss

Bliss

Unisex

Meaning

Supreme heavenly happiness; utter joy or contentment

Origin

Old-English

Pronunciation

/blɪs/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Bliss is the perfect dog name for those who believe in the "pawsitive" side of life. It's like naming your dog after the feeling you get when you find an extra fry at the bottom of the bag. Bliss is a state of perfect happiness, often found in a wagging tail or a slobbery kiss. It's a nod to the pure joy dogs bring into our lives. Plus, it's a one-word summary of that moment when you come home to a furiously wagging tail. So, if your pup is a little bundle of joy, Bliss is the name to beat!

Traits associated with the name Bliss:

Dogs named Bliss tend to be loving, loyal, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

It suggests that you value joy and contentment in life. You may also be an optimistic person who looks for the best in any situation.

Is Bliss a good dog name?

Bliss is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Bliss is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

194

1,388

New York City Dog Name Database

2,667

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Bliss is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Bliss outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bliss was, in the past month, the 480th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Bliss 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, Bliss was viewed 83 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Bliss is most adored in Alabama, North Carolina and Hawaii.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Delaware and Indiana.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Bliss is found in these categories:

spiritual

Represents a state of perfect happiness and inner peace, often associated with spiritual enlightenment.

celestial

Emanates heavenly joy, echoing divine happiness in religious and spiritual contexts.

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Bless

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Breeze

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Bean

The seed of one of several genera of the flowering plant family Fabaceae.

Bear

Bear-like

Blaze

Bright and shiny.

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