Chief

Male

Meaning

a person who is in charge

Origin

Native

Pronunciation

/tʃiːf/

Traits associated with the name Chief:

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

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

That you have a strong sense of leadership and respect for authority. You may also have a strong connection to Native American culture.

Is Chief a good dog name?

Chief is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Chief 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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638
New York City Dog Name Database
456
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Chief was, in the past month, the 1929th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Chief 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, Chief was viewed 89 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Chief is most adored in Minnesota, Kentucky and Idaho.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Chief:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Rottweiler
  4. American Pitbull Terrier
  5. Boxer

Famous dogs named Chief:

  • film icon A foxhound named Chief played a role in the movie The Fox and the Hound.

Chief is found in these categories:

big dog names
big

Commands respect, embodies leadership, and exudes a strong, protective presence.

Police Dog Names
police

Refers to a high-ranking position often associated with law enforcement.

hunting dog names
hunting

The title suggests leadership and authority, often associated with hunting pack leaders.

flower dog names
flower

Sunflowers are often seen as leaders, symbolizing the role of a head or boss.

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Chief dog name meaning

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