Dottie

Female

Meaning

Gift of God.

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈdɑti/

Traits associated with the name Dottie:

Dogs named Dottie tend to be loving, good-natured, strong-willed, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Dottie?

That you have a creative and playful side, and that you have a fondness for cute and unique names.

Is Dottie a good dog name?

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!

Popularity: Overall

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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.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dottie was, in the past month, the 439th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Dottie 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, Dottie was viewed 120 times, and liked 3 times.

Popularity: United States

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 Oklahoma, Kansas and Connecticut.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Dottie:

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

Dottie is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Commonly used as a nickname for Dorothy in the UK.

cute dog names
cute

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

hunting dog names
hunting

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

spotted dog names
spotted

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

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

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

Dog names like Dottie:

Day's eye. The petals of a daisy open during the day, revealing its yellow centers, and then close at night.
From The South In The U.S.
Gift
the wife of a duke or a woman holding ducal title in her own right
Beautiful; short for Isabella.
Cute Child
Dottie dog name meaning

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