Rudy

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

Rudy was, in the past month, the 1263rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Rudy 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, Rudy was viewed 77 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Rudy is most adored in North Dakota, Wisconsin and New York.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Hawaii, Maine and New Mexico.

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

Most popular breeds named Rudy:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. Chihuahua
3. German Shepherd
4. Dachshund
5. Golden Retriever

Rudy is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes a playful, endearing vibe, reminiscent of the lovable underdog movie character.

military

Associations with Rudolph Hess, a prominent figure in World War II, inspire its martial connotations.