Baba Yaga
Meaning
Fearsome witch-like figure.
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
/bɑːbə jɑːgə/
Traits associated with the name Baba Yaga:
Dogs named Baba Yaga tend to be loving, good-natured, and brave. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Baba Yaga?
Naming your dog Baba Yaga suggests that you have an appreciation for folklore and mythology. It also suggests that you have a sense of humor and a creative spirit.
Is Baba Yaga a good dog name?
Baba Yaga 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. Baba Yaga 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
Baba Yaga is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Baba Yaga was, in the past month, the 2724th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Baba Yaga 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, Baba Yaga was viewed 44 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Baba Yaga's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Baba Yaga is most adored in Missouri, Nevada and New York.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Wyoming and California.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Baba Yaga.
Baba Yaga is found in these categories:
gothic
This name originates from Slavic folklore, associated with a witch-like character living in a dark, eerie forest.
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April 19, 2022
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