Dottie

Dottie 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. Dottie 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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Naming your dog Dottie is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Dottie was, in the past month, the 496th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Dottie is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Dottie was viewed 120 times, and liked 1 times.

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

Dottie is most adored in Hawaii, Montana and Arkansas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, Oregon and Washington.

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

Most popular breeds named Dottie:

1. Dalmatian
2. Chihuahua
3. Labrador Retriever
4. Dachshund
5. Jack Russell Terrier

• A maltese dog named Dottie played a role in the movie Coming to America.

Dottie is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes images of playful polka dots, enhancing its endearing and adorable nature.

hunting

The name's popularity among hunting dog breeds and its association with outdoor, active characteristics.

british

Commonly used as a nickname for Dorothy in the UK.

spotted

Dots galore, this pooch's coat mirrors a dalmatian's dream!

old-fashioned

Popular in the 1930s, this moniker harks back to simpler, nostalgic times.