Kiwi

Female

Meaning

fuzzy brown egg-shaped fruit with slightly tart green flesh

Origin

Maori

Pronunciation

/ˈkiːwi/

Traits associated with the name Kiwi:

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

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

It suggests that you are creative and have a sense of humor. It also suggests that you are open to trying new things and have a positive outlook on life.

Is Kiwi a good dog name?

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kiwi was, in the past month, the 200th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Kiwi 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, Kiwi was viewed 144 times, and liked 4 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Kiwi is most adored in Idaho, New Mexico and Hawaii.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in District of Columbia, Wisconsin and Nebraska.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Kiwi:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. Poodle
  3. Pomeranian
  4. Shih Tzu
  5. Labrador Retriever

Famous dogs named Kiwi:

  • television icon A bull terrier named Kiwi featured in the television show Code Lyoko.

Kiwi is found in these categories:

food dog names
food

This moniker nods to a zesty, vitamin-packed New Zealand fruit.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes fuzzy fruit, New Zealand charm, and playful, sweet canine demeanor.

Australian Dog Names
australian

Refers to New Zealanders, often used by Australians colloquially.

Dog names like Kiwi:

Beloved Or Who Is Like God?
Short For Names Beginning With K
Fair Haired Viking
Black
Pure
Cute baby doll.
Kiwi dog name meaning

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Laura Sellers (Georgia, United States)
I have a male dog named kiwi he is about 4 years old he is sweet and lovable to people he does not care for other dogs except the ones that he lives with. I will send a picture later I've lost my phone again.
January 24, 2024

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puppynameweblol (Michigan, United States)
I LOVE THAT NAME and its SO CUTE!!!!!!
December 17, 2023

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kiwi (Valencia, Spain)
hello my dog is called kiwi and someone has stepped on his paw someone can help me please
June 26, 2022 ◆ Translated

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kiwi (Valencia, Spain)
my dog is called kiwi and he is very affectionate with me and I love him very much at least sometimes he bites me but that's how I want him if he is beautiful and he is a man I don't know why that name is for a female I know it's weird but nothing happens ok don't say anything
May 13, 2022 ◆ Translated

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