Oliver
Meaning
Descendant Of The Ancestor
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈɒlɪvər/
Traits associated with the name Oliver:
Dogs named Oliver tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Oliver?
That you have a fondness for classic names and may have a soft spot for animals.
Is Oliver a good dog name?
Oliver has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Oliver isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Oliver is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Oliver ranks #297 with users of PupNames.com.
- Oliver ranks #23 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Oliver ranks #115 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Naming your dog Oliver is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.
In the past week, Oliver was viewed 105 times, and liked 6 times.
Most popular breeds named Oliver:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- Cocker Spaniel
- German Shepherd
- Dachshund
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Famous dogs named Oliver:
A great dane named Oliver appeared in the comic book Dogs of C-Kennel by Mick and Mason Mastroianni.
Dog names like Oliver:

August 19, 2023 ◆ Translated
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