Daisy
Meaning
Day's eye. The petals of a daisy open during the day, revealing its yellow centers, and then close at night.
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪzi/
Daisy is a time-honoured classic, having remained a popular moniker for puppy gals for decades.
It was once a nickname for Margaret, which also means 'pearl', so dogs named Daisy get the prestige of being both a beautiful flower and a valuable gem. What more could they want?!
We find this to be a delicate but cheerful name, great for the more agreeable female dogs – and those on the smaller side.
Traits associated with the name Daisy:
Dogs named Daisy tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and brave. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Daisy?
That you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a soft spot for animals and enjoy the company of a loyal companion.
Is Daisy a good dog name?
Daisy 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. Daisy is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!
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Popularity
- Daisy ranks #3 with users of PupNames.com.
- Daisy ranks #10 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Daisy ranks #6 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
As you can see, Daisy is one of the world's most popular dog names.
In the past week, Daisy was viewed 252 times, and liked 36 times.
Most popular breeds named Daisy:
- Chihuahua
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Cocker Spaniel
- Poodle
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Famous dogs named Daisy:
A dog named Daisy was a character in the book A Ball for Daisy, Daisy Gets Lost by Chris Raschka.
A dog named Daisy appeared in the comic book Blondie by Chic Young.
A dog named Daisy played a role in the movie Blondie.
A australian shepherd named Daisy played a role in the movie Show Dogs.
A beagle named Daisy played a role in the movie John Wick.
A labrador retriever named Daisy played a role in the movie Grand Torino.
A staffordshire bull terrier named Daisy played a role in the movie Snatch.
A rough collie named Daisy played a role in the movie Rover Dangerfield.
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