Nilla

Female

Meaning

wafers

Origin

Scandinavian

Pronunciation

/ˈnɪlə/

Traits associated with the name Nilla:

Dogs named Nilla tend to be loving, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Nilla may suggest that you have a sweet tooth and enjoy the classic flavor of vanilla. It could also suggest that you have a playful and lighthearted personality.

Is Nilla a good dog name?

Nilla 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. Nilla 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

1,805
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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
1,670
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nilla was, in the past month, the 2400th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Nilla 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, Nilla was viewed 61 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nilla is most adored in Iowa, Louisiana and Washington.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Nilla:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Chihuahua
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Siberian Husky
  5. Maltese

Nilla is found in these categories:

cuddly dog names
cuddly

Sounds like vanilla, sweet and comforting, perfect for a snuggly pup.

food dog names
food

Derived from popular vanilla-flavored wafer cookies, evoking sweet associations.

Dog names like Nilla:

Beloved
Light
a large aquatic animal supposed to resemble a serpent or plesiosaur of Loch Ness in Scotland
Gift of God.
Victory Of The People
Fair Shoulder
Nilla dog name meaning

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