Jethro

Male

Meaning

Abundance

Origin

Hebrew

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɛθroʊ/

Traits associated with the name Jethro:

Jethro has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.

Dogs named Jethro tend to be loving, good-natured, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Jethro suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy classic, timeless names. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic country music, as Jethro was the name of a famous country music artist.

Is Jethro a good dog name?

Jethro 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. Jethro 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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Naming your dog Jethro is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Jethro was, in the past month, the 1375th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Jethro 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, Jethro was viewed 91 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Jethro is most adored in Iowa, Georgia and Michigan.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in California, North Carolina and Ohio.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Jethro:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Basset Hound
  4. Bichon Frise
  5. Beagle

Jethro is found in these categories:

biblical dog names
biblical

Jethro is a character from the Book of Exodus in the Bible.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes a lovable, goofy character from 60s sitcom "The Beverly Hillbillies".

country dog names
country

Jethro is associated with rural, southern charm, often linked to American folk culture.

funny dog names
funny

Evokes a hillbilly character from 60s sitcom "The Beverly Hillbillies".

Dog names like Jethro:

God Will Increase
Flowing River
Flowing River
Genuine, bold or brave
Birch tree meadow
Eli
Ascended, uplifted, high
Jethro dog name meaning

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