Lakota
Meaning
Friends
Origin
Sioux
Pronunciation
/ləˈkoʊtə/
Traits associated with the name Lakota:
Dogs named Lakota tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, empathy, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Lakota?
Naming your dog Lakota suggests that you have an appreciation for Native American culture and history. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the land and nature.
Is Lakota a good dog name?
Lakota 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. Lakota 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
Lakota is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Lakota was, in the past month, the 334th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Lakota 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, Lakota was viewed 70 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Lakota's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Lakota is most adored in New Mexico, North Dakota and Indiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arkansas, Massachusetts and South Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lakota.
Lakota is found in these categories:
exotic
Hails from Native American Sioux language, not commonly used for canines.
friendly
Lakota means allies, perfect for your loyal, tail-wagging buddy!
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