Dog Names > Skye

Skye

Female

Meaning

From The Isle Of Skye

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/skaɪ/

Alt. Spellings

Sky

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Skye is a pawsome dog name, especially for those with a head in the clouds or a love for the Scottish Highlands. Named after the Isle of Skye, it's perfect for adventurous pups with a penchant for bagpipes and haggis. Plus, fans of Paw Patrol will know, Skye is the fearless cockapoo who flies high in her helicopter. So, if your pooch has a soaring spirit, or just likes to jump on the furniture, Skye could be the perfect fit. It's a name that says, "I'm ready for an adventure, but first, let's take a nap on this comfy couch."

Traits associated with the name Skye:

Dogs named Skye tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for the beauty of the sky and nature, and that you have a creative and imaginative spirit.

Is Skye a good dog name?

Skye is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Skye 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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451

New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Skye was, in the past month, the 295th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Skye 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, Skye was viewed 123 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Skye is most adored in Illinois, Louisiana and Georgia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Skye is found in these categories:

spring

This name reflects the clear, blue skies often associated with the season.

british

Associated with a Scottish island and popular UK baby name.

summer

This name evokes images of clear, blue skies often associated with warm, sunny seasons.

cute

Evokes fluffy clouds, popularized by Paw Patrol's adorable cockapoo character.

Dog names like Skye:

Sadie

Princess

Sophie

Wisdom

Stella

Star

Grace

Gracious, lovely

Paige

Assistant, Page

Sassy

With a lot of attitude.

Comments (1)

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Fummex (Lagos, Nigeria)

It really cute and cool💋
September 09, 2022

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