Dog Names > Hank

Hank

Male

Meaning

Ruler Of The Home

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/hæŋk/

Traits associated with the name Hank:

Dogs named Hank tend to be loving, strong-willed, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Hank suggests that you have a fondness for traditional, classic names. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and a desire for stability.

Is Hank a good dog name?

Hank is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Hank 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'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Hank was, in the past month, the 188th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Hank 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, Hank was viewed 67 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Hank is most adored in Ohio, Kentucky and Arkansas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Maine, Maryland and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Hank:

A dog named Hank was a character in the book Hank the Cowdog by John R. Erickson.
A corgi named Hank appeared in the comic book Astro City by Kurt Busiek and Mike Norton.
A great dane named Hank played a role in the movie The Truth About Cats & Dogs.