Dog Names > Taffy

Taffy

Unisex

Meaning

Diminutive Form Of Dafydd

Origin

Welsh

Pronunciation

/ˈtæfi/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Taffy has been well-loved for years, and with good reason. It's a name as sweet as the chewy candy it's named after, and is a simply perfect moniker for lovable, squishy-faced pups.

Taffy might sound cute, but it actually has strong, powerful connotations. It makes me think of the 1960s cartoon Taffy the Lionhearted, where Taffy was anything but a scaredy-cat.

Taffy is a Welsh nickname meaning "loved one," making it a heartwarming choice for your furry friend. Plus, it's a great conversation starter at the dog park. "Why Taffy?" they'll ask. "Because she's sweet, tough, and a little bit sticky," you'll reply.

And with those worlds, you'll have served up a triple threat of adorableness. Who wouldn't find that endearing?

Traits associated with the name Taffy:

Dogs named Taffy 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 Taffy?

Naming your dog Taffy suggests that you have a sweet and playful personality. You likely enjoy the simple things in life and have a strong appreciation for the sweeter things.

Is Taffy a good dog name?

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Taffy was, in the past month, the 182nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Taffy 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, Taffy was viewed 129 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Taffy is most adored in Arkansas, Rhode Island and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Taffy is found in these categories:

friendly

Sweet, soft, and stretchy, just like a dog's love and loyalty.

cute

Evokes sweet, chewy candy, perfect for a lovable, irresistible pup.

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Comments (4)

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Shiri (O'Higgins Region, Chile)

Hi, I have a dog named Taffy. And no, nothing like that, she is loving but not sweet, she barks very high-pitched and doesn't stop just because, she is very fussy (with food), she chases old people, eats yeast, she runs away from home to enter other people's houses through their windows, and she attacks diapers in particular, one time she threw herself under a car that was going very slow, she got a crooked tooth and even then she keeps throwing herself under slow cars. Well, that and more is what my "loving and kind" dog does, I love her with all my heart, but don't lie to yourself, a name does not determine your dog (that only happens with humans). May God give you wisdom to choose your dog (P.S.: it is a myth that spaying dogs makes them calmer or something different, at least for Taffys).
December 12, 2024 ◆ Translated

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Shiri (O'Higgins Region, Chile)

Nothing to do with it... Taffy is crazy, she eats garbage, she attacks the elderly, she loves diapers, she barks super high pitched, she eats yeast, she once threw herself under a car (she ended up with a tooth sticking out) and she still does it, DO NOT PUT TAFFY ON YOUR DOG. (she's funny... and I love her, but sometimes -always- she makes me angry). God give you wisdom to choose your dog <3. Do not analyze your dogs or their owners by a name. :)
December 12, 2024 ◆ Translated

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)

Taffy is a tasty name for a sweet dog.
August 01, 2024

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Livvy (New South Wales, Australia)

I think Taffy is a cute and unique name for a dog. It could be a great choice for a dog with a sweet and playful personality. However, the most important thing is that you choose a name that you love and that fits your dog's individuality and characteristics and Taffy fits my dog who is a Mini Cavoodle.
October 30, 2023

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