Digger

Digger has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Digger isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Digger was, in the past month, the 2681st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Digger 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, Digger was viewed 80 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Digger is most adored in Nevada, Colorado and Iowa.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Kentucky and Indiana.

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

Most popular breeds named Digger:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. Dachshund
3. Chihuahua
4. English Springer Spaniel
5. Australian Shepherd

• A borzoi named Digger played a role in the movie 102 Dalmatians.
• A labrador retriever named Digger featured in the television show Big Barn Farm .
• A dog named Digger featured in the television show Valley of the Dinosaurs.

Digger is found in these categories:

tough

Diggers are strong, relentless, and never back down from a challenge.

hunting

The term "digger" implies an animal's instinct to burrow or dig, often associated with hunting behaviors.

summer

This name is often associated with outdoor activities and exploration, common during warmer months.

australian

Refers to Australian soldiers, especially from World War I.