Dora
Meaning
Gift
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːrə/
Traits associated with the name Dora:
Dogs named Dora tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Dora?
That you have a creative and playful spirit, and that you enjoy exploring new things.
Is Dora a good dog name?
Dora 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. Dora 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
Dora is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Dora was, in the past month, the 488th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of October 2024, Dora 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, Dora was viewed 0 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Dora's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Dora is most adored in Utah, Pennsylvania and Louisiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Minnesota, Tennessee and Idaho.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dora.
Most popular breeds named Dora:
- Chihuahua
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Poodle
- American Pitbull Terrier
Dora is found in these categories:
independent
Dora signifies exploration, curiosity, and self-reliance, traits common in self-sufficient dogs.
greek
Derived from Greek, meaning "gift".
british
Associated with a popular World War II weather forecasting system.
cute
Evokes a beloved, adventurous cartoon explorer, suggesting endearing, playful qualities.
old-fashioned
Popularized in the Victorian era, it's now more explorer than canine.
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June 16, 2022
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