Maguire

Male

Meaning

Son of Hugh/Gaelic.

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/məˈɡwɪər/

Traits associated with the name Maguire:

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

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

Naming your dog Maguire suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are devoted to your pet.

Is Maguire a good dog name?

Maguire 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. Maguire 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

3,863
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,328
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Maguire was, in the past month, the 4321st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Maguire 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, Maguire was viewed 15 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Maguire is most adored in California, Florida and North Carolina.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Maguire:

  1. Cocker Spaniel

Maguire is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Derived from Gaelic, meaning "son of the beige one."

irish dog names
irish

A common surname originating from Gaelic Mac Uidhir, meaning "son of Odhar".

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Harkens back to days of classic Hollywood, think 1940s silver screen stars!

Dog names like Maguire:

From The Sea Town
Great stream
Soldier, or merciful
Descendant of a sea warrior
Fair Haired Foreigner
Who Is Like God?
Maguire dog name meaning

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