Manfred

Manfred has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Manfred isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Manfred was, in the past month, the 5251st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Manfred 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, Manfred was viewed 24 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Manfred is most adored in Nebraska, Minnesota and Colorado.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Illinois and Indiana.

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

Most popular breeds named Manfred:

1. Dachshund
2. German Shepherd
3. Standard Schnauzer

• A dog named Manfred featured in the television show Tom Terrific.

Manfred is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Harkens back to medieval times, rarely heard in modern dog parks.

german

Popular Germanic name meaning "man of peace".

british

Associated with Lord Byron's dramatic poem and a Gothic literary character.