Harry
Meaning
Home ruler
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈhæri/
Traits associated with the name Harry:
Dogs named Harry tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Harry?
That you have a fondness for the name Harry, and perhaps a fondness for the Harry Potter series. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic names, or that you have a strong connection to someone named Harry.
Is Harry a good dog name?
Harry 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. Harry 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 Harry is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Harry was, in the past month, the 318th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Harry 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, Harry was viewed 93 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Harry's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Harry is most adored in Arkansas, Connecticut and Colorado.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Mexico, Alabama and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Harry.
Most popular breeds named Harry:
- Poodle
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Lhasa Apso
Famous dogs named Harry:
A dog named Harry appeared in the comic book Oor Wullie by Published in the D.C. Thomson newspaper The Sunday Post.
A dog named Harry featured in the television show Stanley.
Harry is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1800s, it's a classic canine moniker, like Fido.
british
Associated with popular figures like Prince Harry and author J.K. Rowling.
preppy
Royalty and Hogwarts associations give it an upper-crust, polished vibe.
posh
Royal lineage and British aristocracy associations deem it highbrow canine nomenclature.
independent
The name's popularity among humans, combined with its simplicity and strength, make it a standalone choice for dogs.
cute
Prince charm and wizardry allure make it a heart-melting canine moniker.
Dog names like Harry:
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Let us know what you think of Harry as a dog name!