Bolo
Meaning
long heavy knife with a single edge; of Philippine origin
Origin
Portuguese
Pronunciation
/ˈboʊloʊ/
Traits associated with the name Bolo:
Dogs named Bolo tend to be loving, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Bolo?
Naming your dog Bolo suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative. It also suggests that you may have a strong connection to your pet and want to give them a unique name that reflects your personality.
Is Bolo a good dog name?
Bolo 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. Bolo 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
Bolo is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Bolo was, in the past month, the 2277th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Bolo 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, Bolo was viewed 33 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Bolo's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Bolo is most adored in Nevada, Connecticut and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Alabama and Hawaii.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Bolo.
Most popular breeds named Bolo:
- American Pitbull Terrier
- German Shepherd
- Rottweiler
- Boxer
- Chow Chow
Bolo is found in these categories:
unique
Uncommonly heard, this moniker nods to a Filipino bread roll.
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