Cheetah

Unisex

Meaning

long-legged spotted cat of Africa and southwestern Asia having nonretractile claws; the swiftest mammal; can be trained to run down game

Origin

African

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃiːtə/

Traits associated with the name Cheetah:

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

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for speed and agility, and that you admire the qualities of the cheetah. It could also suggest that you have a sense of adventure and a love of the outdoors.

Is Cheetah a good dog name?

Cheetah has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Cheetah 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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1,638
New York City Dog Name Database
1,364
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cheetah was, in the past month, the 6437th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Cheetah 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, Cheetah was viewed 26 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Cheetah is most adored in Delaware, Idaho and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, New York and Missouri.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Cheetah is found in these categories:

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Speedy canines often earn this moniker, mirroring the fastest land mammal.

Dog names like Cheetah:

Loud Insect Of The Night
Mischievous person or animal.
Powerful Cat, Tiger
marked by skill in deception
A long-lived bird in greek mythology.
Little Rabbit
Cheetah dog name meaning

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