Nemo
Meaning
No one knows.
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/ˈniːmoʊ/
Traits associated with the name Nemo:
Dogs named Nemo tend to be loving, good-natured, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Nemo?
Naming your dog Nemo suggests that you have a sense of humor and a love of adventure. It also suggests that you are a fan of the movie Finding Nemo.
Is Nemo a good dog name?
Nemo 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. Nemo 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
Nemo is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Nemo was, in the past month, the 4392nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Nemo 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, Nemo was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Nemo's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Nemo is most adored in Iowa, Nebraska and Pennsylvania.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Idaho and Arkansas.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Nemo.
Most popular breeds named Nemo:
- Chihuahua
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
- Maltese
Nemo is found in these categories:
disney
Originates from a beloved animated underwater adventure film.
cute
Disney's friendly clownfish character lends playful, endearing charm to pups.
Dog names like Nemo:
June 01, 2023
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