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Ollie

Male

Meaning

Elf Army

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈɒli/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Ollie is a top-tier dog name, no bones about it! It's got that old-school charm, harking back to the days of Oliver Twist, but with a modern, playful twist. Plus, it's a nod to the iconic skateboard trick, making it perfect for those agile, energetic pups. And let's not forget Ollie the Bobtail from the animated series 'Puppy Dog Pals'. So, if your pooch is a mix of classic charm, boundless energy, and a dash of cartoonish fun, Ollie is the paw-fect name. It's like naming your dog 'Fetch'... they're bound to love it!

Traits associated with the name Ollie:

Dogs named Ollie tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. Ollie is an uncommon name for a dog, so it suggests that you have a playful and lighthearted attitude.

Is Ollie a good dog name?

Ollie 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. Ollie 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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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Ollie is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ollie was, in the past month, the 310th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Ollie 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, Ollie was viewed 133 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Ollie is most adored in Iowa, New Jersey and Arkansas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, Wyoming and Delaware.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Ollie:

A australian kelpie named Ollie played a role in the movie The Sundowners.

Ollie is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes playful imagery, reminiscent of skateboard tricks and lovable cartoon elephants.

british

Common nickname for Oliver, a popular male name in the UK.

farm

Originates from Oliver, a common name for rural working animals.

old-fashioned

Echoes of yesteryears, harking back to classic canine characters in literature.

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From the people's meadow

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