Bengal

Unisex

Meaning

a region whose eastern part is now Bangladesh and whose western part is included in India

Origin

Indo-Aryan

Pronunciation

/ˈbɛŋɡəl/

Traits associated with the name Bengal:

Dogs named Bengal 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 Bengal?

Naming your dog Bengal may suggest that you have an appreciation for exotic animals and a love of nature. It could also suggest that you are creative and enjoy unique names.

Is Bengal a good dog name?

Bengal has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Bengal 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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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bengal was, in the past month, the 6893rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Bengal 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, Bengal was viewed 30 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Bengal is most adored in Illinois, Virginia and District of Columbia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Bengal is found in these categories:

animal dog names
animal

Inspired by the fierce Bengal tiger, it's a popular choice for dogs.

Dog names like Bengal:

Little Rabbit
annoy persistently
Bear-like
Deer, Cowboy
Mischievous person or animal.
Powerful Cat, Tiger
Bengal dog name meaning

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