Fido
Meaning
Loyal
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈfaɪdoʊ/
Traits associated with the name Fido:
Fido has a fun sound to it, and represents a down-to-earth owner who doesn't take life too seriously.
Dogs named Fido tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Fido?
Naming your dog Fido suggests that you are a traditionalist who values loyalty and companionship. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the past and may be a sentimental person.
Is Fido a good dog name?
Fido 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. Fido 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
Naming your dog Fido is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Fido was, in the past month, the 980th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Fido 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, Fido was viewed 59 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Fido's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Fido is most adored in Missouri, Oklahoma and Idaho.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Minnesota, South Carolina and North Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Fido.
Most popular breeds named Fido:
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
Famous dogs named Fido:
A dog named Fido played a role in the movie Bobby Bumps.
Fido is found in these categories:
loyal
Fido means faithful in Latin, perfect for a trusty pooch!
old-fashioned
Popularized in the 19th century, it's Latin for "faithful."
british
Commonly used in the UK as a generic name for dogs.
traditional
Latin roots mean "trust," and Abraham Lincoln owned a pup named so!
guard
Latin roots translate to "I am faithful", ideal for protective pooches.
Dog names like Fido:
January 24, 2024
Let us know what you think of Fido as a dog name!