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Snoopy

Unisex

Meaning

offensively curious or inquisitive

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈsnuːpi/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Snoopy, the iconic beagle from Charles Schulz's "Peanuts" comic strip, is a top-notch dog name. It's a nod to a character who's a master of imagination, a WWI flying ace, and a moon explorer. Snoopy is a name that says, "My dog is adventurous, whimsical, and a little bit of a daydreamer." Plus, it's a great conversation starter with fellow "Peanuts" fans. So, if you want your pup to carry a name that's steeped in pop culture history and suggests a playful, curious nature, Snoopy is a paw-some choice!

Traits associated with the name Snoopy:

Dogs named Snoopy tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy the classic comic strip "Peanuts" by Charles Schulz. It also suggests that you are a loyal and loving person, as Snoopy is a loyal and loving character.

Is Snoopy a good dog name?

Snoopy 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. Snoopy is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Snoopy is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Snoopy outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Snoopy was, in the past month, the 486th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Snoopy 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, Snoopy was viewed 107 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Snoopy is most adored in Hawaii, New Hampshire and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Connecticut, Alabama and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Snoopy:

A beagle named Snoopy appeared in the comic book Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz.
A beagle named Snoopy played a role in the movie A Boy Named Charlie Brown.
A beagle named Snoopy featured in the television show I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown.