Jethro
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
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 1486th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Jethro 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, Jethro was viewed 64 times, and liked 0 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 Nevada, Colorado and Alabama.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jethro.
Most popular breeds named Jethro:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Basset Hound
- Bichon Frise
- Beagle
Jethro is found in these categories:
biblical
Jethro is a character from the Book of Exodus in the Bible.
cute
Evokes a lovable, goofy character from 60s sitcom "The Beverly Hillbillies".
country
Jethro is associated with rural, southern charm, often linked to American folk culture.
funny
Evokes a hillbilly character from 60s sitcom "The Beverly Hillbillies".
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