Fancy

Unisex

Meaning

Caprice, whim or illusion.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈfænsi/

Traits associated with the name Fancy:

Dogs named Fancy tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of style. You may also have a fondness for animals and enjoy giving them special names.

Is Fancy a good dog name?

Fancy 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. Fancy 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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711
New York City Dog Name Database
857
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Fancy was, in the past month, the 687th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of October 2024, Fancy 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, Fancy was viewed 0 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Fancy is most adored in South Carolina, Oklahoma and Louisiana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Delaware and Tennessee.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Fancy:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Standard Schnauzer
  5. Australian Shepherd

Fancy is found in these categories:

cute dog names
cute

Evokes images of posh puppies in pearls and pink tutus.

playful dog names
playful

The association with extravagance and luxury adds a humorous, whimsical touch to a pet's moniker.

Dog names like Fancy:

marked by skill in deception
From the fern-covered clearing
Fair-haired hero
Free or truthful; from France.
covering with fine light hairs
Fairy Or Elf
Fancy dog name meaning

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)
I think fancy a beautiful name for a female dog
June 08, 2024

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