Dover

Unisex

Meaning

Another word for water

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈdoʊvər/

Traits associated with the name Dover:

Dogs named Dover tend to be loving, hard-working, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Dover may suggest that you have an affinity for places with historical significance, or that you have a fondness for the English countryside. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and commitment, as Dover is known for its strong defense of the English coast during World War II.

Is Dover a good dog name?

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

4,100
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dover was, in the past month, the 3939th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Dover 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, Dover was viewed 48 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Dover'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 Dover.

Dover is found in these categories:

ocean dog names
ocean

It's named after a major port city in England known for its white cliffs.

Dog names like Dover:

The leader of a group of people
To Flow Down
Pleasant seaside meadow
Small Rocks
Lion Of God
To rule
Dover dog name meaning

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