Akita

Akita has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Akita isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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

Akita was, in the past month, the 3025th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Akita 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, Akita was viewed 113 times, and liked 1 times.

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

Akita is most adored in New Hampshire, Mississippi and Nebraska.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oregon and New Jersey.

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

Most popular breeds named Akita:

1. Akita Breed
2. Korean Jindo
3. American Eskimo
4. Boxer
5. German Shepherd

Akita is found in these categories:

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Evokes strength and courage, referencing a large, powerful breed from Japan known for loyalty and fearlessness.