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!
Daisy is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Daisy ranks #2 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.
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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