Punky

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

Punky was, in the past month, the 988th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Punky 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, Punky was viewed 66 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Punky is most adored in Nevada, Virginia and Maryland.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, South Carolina and Indiana.

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

Most popular breeds named Punky:

1. Chihuahua
2. German Shepherd
3. Cocker Spaniel
4. Chow Chow
5. Collie

Punky is found in these categories:

badass

Exudes a rebellious, edgy vibe, reflecting a dog's energetic, non-conformist, and adventurous spirit.

cute

Evokes playful rebellion, reminiscent of 80s sitcom "Punky Brewster" charm.