Gander
Meaning
This Newfoundland became the mascot of a Canadian battalion during World War II.
Origin
Norse
Pronunciation
/ˈɡændər/
Traits associated with the name Gander:
Dogs named Gander tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gander?
Naming your dog Gander suggests that you have a sense of adventure and a love of the outdoors. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for birds and nature.
Is Gander a good dog name?
Gander has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Gander 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
Gander is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gander was, in the past month, the 2612th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Gander 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, Gander was viewed 34 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gander's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gander is most adored in Maine, Delaware and Iowa.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Georgia, Indiana and Wisconsin.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gander.
Gander is found in these categories:
military
Gander was a heroic Newfoundland dog who served in World War II.
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