Shorty

Unisex

Meaning

Small person nickname.

Origin

American

Pronunciation

/ˈʃɔːrti/

Traits associated with the name Shorty:

Dogs named Shorty tend to be loving, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Shorty?

Naming your dog Shorty suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for small dogs or that you appreciate the unique qualities of your pet.

Is Shorty a good dog name?

Shorty 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. Shorty 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

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New York City Dog Name Database
126
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shorty was, in the past month, the 1518th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Shorty 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, Shorty was viewed 63 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Shorty is most adored in Arkansas, Indiana and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Nebraska and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Shorty:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. Dachshund
  3. German Shepherd
  4. American Pitbull Terrier
  5. Cocker Spaniel

Famous dogs named Shorty:

  • film icon A siberian husky named Shorty played a role in the movie Eight Below.

Shorty is found in these categories:

small dog names
small

Shorty suits pint-sized pups because it means not tall or long.

Dog names like Shorty:

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Shorty dog name meaning

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