Paisley

Paisley 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. Paisley isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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

Paisley was, in the past month, the 317th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Paisley 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, Paisley was viewed 72 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Paisley is most adored in Vermont, Pennsylvania and North Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Rhode Island, New Mexico and South Carolina.

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

Most popular breeds named Paisley:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. Scottish Terrier
3. Chihuahua
4. Gordon Setter
5. Dachshund

Paisley is found in these categories:

scottish

A town in Scotland and a traditional textile pattern.

cute

Evokes charming patterns and nods to 60s bohemian chic.

country

Named after a popular pattern in western-style clothing and Brad Paisley, a famous American singer-songwriter.