Squirrel

Unisex

Meaning

a kind of arboreal rodent having a long bushy tail

Origin

Anglo-Saxon

Pronunciation

/ˈskwər.əl/

Traits associated with the name Squirrel:

Dogs named Squirrel tend to be loving, loyal, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative with your pet names. It could also suggest that you have an affinity for nature and animals.

Is Squirrel a good dog name?

Squirrel has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Squirrel 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

3,395
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
2,667
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Squirrel was, in the past month, the 3617th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Squirrel 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, Squirrel was viewed 57 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Squirrel is most adored in Kentucky, Missouri and Florida.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Arizona and Washington.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Squirrel:

  1. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
  2. Australian Shepherd

Squirrel is found in these categories:

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They're both small, furry, and love to scamper around!

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