Dog Names > Nugget

Nugget

Unisex

Meaning

a solid lump of a precious metal (especially gold) as found in the earth

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈnʌɡɪt/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Nugget, a golden name for your golden companion! It's a nod to the gold rush era, where nuggets were the ultimate treasure. It's also a cheeky reference to chicken nuggets, a universally adored snack. Plus, it's a term of endearment, because your pup is a little nugget of joy. It's short, sweet, and easy for your dog to recognize. So, if you're looking for a name that's rich in history, pop culture, and cuteness, Nugget is a golden choice. After all, who wouldn't want a little Nugget of love in their life?

Traits associated with the name Nugget:

Dogs named Nugget tend to be loving, loyal, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

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

Naming your dog Nugget suggests that you have a fun and playful personality. You likely enjoy spending time with your pet and have a good sense of humor.

Is Nugget a good dog name?

Nugget has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Nugget is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Nugget is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Nugget outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nugget was, in the past month, the 480th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Nugget 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, Nugget was viewed 77 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nugget is most adored in Vermont, South Carolina and Oregon.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Kansas, Nevada and Idaho.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Nugget:

A dog named Nugget appeared in the comic book Adventures of the Big Boy by Stan Lee, Bill Everett, Sol Brodsky and Dan DeCarlo.

Nugget is found in these categories:

food

Resembles a popular bite-sized, deep-fried chicken piece.

dessert

It's reminiscent of sweet, bite-sized treats often enjoyed after meals.

cute

Resembles a tiny, adorable gold piece or crispy chicken morsel.

big

Golden, chunky, and precious like a gold nugget.

small

Tiny, golden, and precious like a piece of gold.

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Comments (1)

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Alex Poska (Illinois, United States)

My dogs name is nugget
August 25, 2022

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