Frisky

Unisex

Meaning

Lively, frolicsome and playful.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈfrɪski/

Traits associated with the name Frisky:

Dogs named Frisky 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 Frisky?

That you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun.

Is Frisky a good dog name?

Frisky 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. Frisky 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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New York City Dog Name Database
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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Frisky was, in the past month, the 5565th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Frisky 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, Frisky was viewed 67 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Frisky is most adored in New Mexico, Colorado and Rhode Island.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Frisky:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Chihuahua
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Cocker Spaniel
  5. Poodle

Frisky is found in these categories:

playful dog names
playful

The term suggests a lively, energetic, and spirited nature often associated with playful dogs.

Dog names like Frisky:

Caprice, whim or illusion.
marked by skill in deception
Foolishness, madness or lunacy, the ziegfeld follies were elaborately staged productions incorporating hundreds of beautiful smiling young ladies endlessly fanning out across the stage.
Wisteria
From the fern-covered clearing
Fair-haired hero
Frisky dog name meaning

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