Rockford
Meaning
Television sleuth from the Rockford Files
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈrɑkfərd/
Traits associated with the name Rockford:
Dogs named Rockford tend to be loving, industrious, good-natured, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Rockford?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy classic television. The name Rockford is a reference to the 1970s detective show "The Rockford Files" starring James Garner.
Is Rockford a good dog name?
Rockford has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Rockford 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
Rockford is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Rockford was, in the past month, the 1399th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Rockford 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, Rockford was viewed 49 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Rockford's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Rockford is most adored in Kansas, Virginia and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Oregon and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Rockford.
Most popular breeds named Rockford:
- Border Collie
- Labrador Retriever
Rockford is found in these categories:
curious
Rockford screams adventure, sniffing out mysteries with a wagging tail!
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