Armadillo
Meaning
burrowing chiefly nocturnal mammal with body covered with strong horny plates
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
/ɑːməˈdɪləʊ/
Traits associated with the name Armadillo:
Dogs named Armadillo tend to be loving, hard-working, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Armadillo?
That you have a unique sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unusual names.
Is Armadillo a good dog name?
Armadillo 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. Armadillo 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
Armadillo is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Armadillo was, in the past month, the 1763rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Armadillo 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, Armadillo was viewed 27 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Armadillo's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Armadillo is most adored in District of Columbia, Virginia and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Missouri, Hawaii and North Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Armadillo.
Armadillo is found in these categories:
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This quirky moniker nods to a creature known for its distinctive armor.
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