Red

Red is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Red 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 Red is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Red was, in the past month, the 3012th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Red 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, Red was viewed 59 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Red is most adored in Utah, Missouri and North Dakota.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Washington and Indiana.

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

Most popular breeds named Red:

1. American Pitbull Terrier
2. Chow Chow
3. Labrador Retriever
4. German Shepherd
5. Doberman Pinscher

• A dog named Red played a role in the movie Red.

Red is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Popular during cowboy era, harkening back to rustic, western canine companions.

cute

Evokes imagery of adorable Clifford, the big scarlet puppy.

traditional

Popularized by classic literature and old western canine characters.

fall

Autumn leaves often turn a vibrant, fiery hue, inspiring this canine moniker.

celestial

Mars, the fiery planet, shares its vibrant hue with this moniker.

cool

Evokes fiery passion, reminiscent of famous canine Clifford, and classic red wagons.