Niall
Meaning
Champion
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/ˈnaɪəl/
Traits associated with the name Niall:
Dogs named Niall tend to be loving, good-natured, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Niall?
It suggests that you have an appreciation for Irish culture and may have a fondness for the singer Niall Horan.
Is Niall a good dog name?
Niall is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Niall 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
Niall is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Niall was, in the past month, the 4836th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Niall 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, Niall was viewed 27 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Niall's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Niall is most adored in New Hampshire, Iowa and Oregon.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Tennessee and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Niall.
Most popular breeds named Niall:
- Labrador Retriever
Niall is found in these categories:
irish
Originates from Irish Gaelic, meaning "champion" or "cloud".
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