Bongo
Meaning
large forest antelope of central Africa having a reddish-brown coat with white stripes and spiral horns
Origin
African
Pronunciation
/ˈbɒŋɡoʊ/
Traits associated with the name Bongo:
Dogs named Bongo tend to be loving, affectionate, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Bongo?
Naming your dog Bongo suggests that you have a fun and playful personality. It also suggests that you have a great sense of humor and enjoy making people smile.
Is Bongo a good dog name?
Bongo 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. Bongo 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
Bongo is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Bongo was, in the past month, the 315th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Bongo 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, Bongo was viewed 155 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Bongo's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Bongo is most adored in Georgia, Missouri and New York.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Delaware, Michigan and Ohio.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Bongo.
Bongo is found in these categories:
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