Kay

Kay is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kay isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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

Kay was, in the past month, the 350th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Kay 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, Kay was viewed 100 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Kay is most adored in Missouri, Minnesota and Indiana.

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

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

Most popular breeds named Kay:

1. German Shepherd
2. Chihuahua
3. Boxer
4. American Pitbull Terrier
5. Greyhound

Kay is found in these categories:

clumsy

Kay sounds like "okay," often said after a silly stumble.

old-fashioned

Popular during the 1950s, this canine moniker echoes vintage charm.

unique

Uncommon canine moniker, hailing from a legendary Arthurian knight, Sir Kay.