Kit
Meaning
Nickname For Katherine Or Christopher
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/kɪt/
Traits associated with the name Kit:
Dogs named Kit tend to be loving, good-natured, resilient, and hard-working. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kit?
That you have a creative and unique sense of style. It also suggests that you are a fan of classic literature, as Kit is a character from the classic novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
Is Kit a good dog name?
Kit is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Kit 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
Kit is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kit was, in the past month, the 2746th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Kit 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, Kit was viewed 70 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kit's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kit is most adored in Kansas, Massachusetts and Connecticut.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, Iowa and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kit.
Most popular breeds named Kit:
- German Shepherd
- Shetland Sheepdog
- Australian Shepherd
- Collie
- Corgi
Kit is found in these categories:
cute
Short, sweet, and reminiscent of playful kittens or Kit Harington.
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