Kennedy

Unisex

Meaning

Misshapen Head

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/ˈkɛnədi/

Traits associated with the name Kennedy:

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

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

Naming your dog Kennedy suggests that you admire the Kennedy family and their legacy. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of patriotism and a love of history.

Is Kennedy a good dog name?

Kennedy has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kennedy 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

1,766
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1,294
New York City Dog Name Database
1,332
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kennedy was, in the past month, the 3374th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Kennedy 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, Kennedy was viewed 52 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Kennedy is most adored in Louisiana, Minnesota and Alabama.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Arizona and Maryland.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Kennedy:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Boston Terrier
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Dalmatian
  5. Basenji

Kennedy is found in these categories:

irish dog names
irish

Derived from an Irish surname meaning "ugly head".

cute dog names
cute

Evokes charm of beloved president, adding playful twist to canine monikers.

sassy dog names
sassy

Bold, spirited nature matches the charismatic, influential Kennedy persona.

Dog names like Kennedy:

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the name of a star
Kennedy dog name meaning

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