Dolphin

Unisex

Meaning

large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii)

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈdɒlfɪn/

Traits associated with the name Dolphin:

Dogs named Dolphin 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 Dolphin?

It suggests that you are creative and have a strong connection to nature. You may also have a deep appreciation for the ocean and its creatures.

Is Dolphin a good dog name?

Dolphin has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Dolphin 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

5,495
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dolphin was, in the past month, the 5565th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Dolphin 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, Dolphin was viewed 39 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

As you can see, this name is not particularly common across the United States.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Dolphin is found in these categories:

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Echoing playful aquatic creatures, it's a whimsical choice for pups.

Dog names like Dolphin:

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

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