Boa
Meaning
A species of snake; also a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur.
Origin
Portuguese
Pronunciation
/boʊə/
Traits associated with the name Boa:
Dogs named Boa tend to be loving, affectionate, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Boa?
That you have a creative and unique sense of style. Boa is an unusual name for a dog, and it suggests that you like to stand out from the crowd.
Is Boa a good dog name?
Boa is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Boa 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
Boa is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Boa was, in the past month, the 4602nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of June 2025, Boa 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, Boa was viewed 26 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Boa's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Boa is most adored in Louisiana, Wisconsin and Virginia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, California and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Boa.
Boa is found in these categories:
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This slithery moniker references the large, non-venomous constrictor snake.
August 08, 2024
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