Rover

Rover has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Rover 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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Rover is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Rover was, in the past month, the 182nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2025, Rover 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, Rover was viewed 77 times, and liked 1 times.

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

Rover is most adored in Iowa, Arkansas and Nevada.

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

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

Most popular breeds named Rover:

1. German Shepherd
2. Rottweiler
3. Labrador Retriever
4. Chow Chow
5. Australian Cattle Dog

• A labrador retriever named Rover appeared in the comic book Red and Rover by Brian Basset.
• A collie named Rover played a role in the movie Rescued by Rover.
• A dog named Rover played a role in the movie Pets United.
• A basset hound named Rover played a role in the movie Rover Dangerfield.

Rover is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Popularized in Victorian times, it's seldom heard in modern dog parks.

traditional

Popularized by early 20th century literature and radio shows.