Nightfall

Unisex

Meaning

the time of day immediately following sunset

Origin

Norse

Pronunciation

/ˈnaɪtˌfɔːl/

Traits associated with the name Nightfall:

Dogs named Nightfall tend to be loving, hard-working, strong-willed, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for the beauty of the night sky and the mystery of the dark. You may also have a creative and imaginative side.

Is Nightfall a good dog name?

Nightfall has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Nightfall 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

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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nightfall was, in the past month, the 6631st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Nightfall 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, Nightfall was viewed 37 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nightfall is most adored in Kansas, Louisiana and South Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Nightfall is found in these categories:

black dog names
black

Dark as twilight, mysterious as shadows, silent as the descending dusk.

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Nightfall dog name meaning

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