Bob

Male

Meaning

Bright; fame.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/bɑb/

Traits associated with the name Bob:

Dogs named Bob tend to be loving, hard-working, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Bob suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy keeping things simple. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic names and appreciate the timelessness of the name Bob.

Is Bob a good dog name?

Bob is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Bob 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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594
New York City Dog Name Database
370
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bob was, in the past month, the 1955th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Bob 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, Bob was viewed 146 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Bob is most adored in Tennessee, Massachusetts and Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Bob is found in these categories:

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It's often associated with rural, down-to-earth simplicity and classic American culture.

Dog names like Bob:

Sharp edge of a knife, saw or other weapon.
Slang for dollars or money.
Lightning.
God of the north wind.
Earth; soil.
Powerful king.
Bob dog name meaning

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