Ethel
Meaning
Noble
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈɛθəl/
Traits associated with the name Ethel:
Dogs named Ethel tend to be loving, industrious, resilient, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Ethel?
Naming your dog Ethel suggests that you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Ethel a good dog name?
Ethel has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Ethel 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
Ethel is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Ethel was, in the past month, the 2922nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Ethel 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, Ethel was viewed 61 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Ethel's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Ethel is most adored in New Hampshire, Washington and Missouri.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, South Dakota and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Ethel.
Most popular breeds named Ethel:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- German Shepherd
- Dachshund
- Boxer
Ethel is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular during the early 20th century, it's now considered antiquated.
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