Alto

Male

Meaning

the highest adult male singing voice

Origin

Italian

Pronunciation

/ˈæltoʊ/

Traits associated with the name Alto:

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

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

Naming your dog Alto suggests that you have an appreciation for music and may have a creative side. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of adventure and enjoy exploring new places.

Is Alto a good dog name?

Alto 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. Alto 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

1,883
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Alto was, in the past month, the 911th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Alto 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, Alto was viewed 58 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Alto is most adored in Wisconsin, Tennessee and Colorado.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Alto:

  1. German Shepherd

Alto is found in these categories:

celestial dog names
celestial

Derived from Latin, it signifies "high", often associated with sky and stars.

Musical Dog Names
musical

References a high singing voice in choral music.

Dog names like Alto:

Of The Sky
Counselor
Genuine, bold or brave
Bear
A unique vessel that transported jason and the argonauts in greek mythology.
Hill
Alto dog name meaning

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