Ian

Male

Meaning

Gaelic form of john

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/aɪən/

Traits associated with the name Ian:

Dogs named Ian tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

It suggests that you have a creative and unique sense of humor, and that you appreciate the value of a good pun.

Is Ian a good dog name?

Ian has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Ian 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

2,743
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,910
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ian was, in the past month, the 2137th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Ian 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, Ian was viewed 62 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Ian is most adored in Illinois, New York and Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Ian:

  1. Dachshund
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Shetland Sheepdog
  4. Jack Russell Terrier
  5. Australian Shepherd

Ian is found in these categories:

irish dog names
irish

Derived from John, commonly used in Ireland.

scottish dog names
scottish

Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning "God is gracious".

Dog names like Ian:

God Is Gracious
God's gracious gift.
"Strong, brave, protector."
Independent or Indian; short for Indiana.
Scottishexceptional
Superior
Ian dog name meaning

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