Dog Names > Spot

Spot

Unisex

Meaning

a job in an organization

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/spɑt/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Isn't Spot just the quintessential dog name? I see it as a real dog's dog name; a classic that's stood the test of time.

It's like the 'John Doe' of the canine world, but with way more personality. Spot is a name that screams, "I'm a dog, and I'm proud of it!"

It's a nod to the iconic 101 Dalmatians, a wink to Star Trek's Data's cat (ironically named Spot), and a high-five to the beloved children's book character.

Spot is a name that's both playful and straight-forward, just like our four-legged friends. It's a name that says, "Fetch the ball? Sure. Solve a Rubik's cube? Maybe not."

Traits associated with the name Spot:

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

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

Naming your dog Spot suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative. It also suggests that you are a person who likes to have fun and is not afraid to be a bit silly.

Is Spot a good dog name?

Spot is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Spot 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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Naming your dog Spot is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Spot was, in the past month, the 201st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Spot 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, Spot was viewed 95 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Spot is most adored in Missouri, Colorado and West Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Spot:

A dog named Spot was a character in the book Spot the Dog by Eric Hill.
A generic made from wood named Spot appeared in the comic book The Timbertoes by John Gee.
A bullmastiff named Spot played a role in the movie See Spot Run.
A africanis named Spot played a role in the movie Shaft in Africa.
A cocker spaniel named Spot featured in the television show Spot.
A mongrel named Spot featured in the television show Teacher's Pet.