Castro

Male

Meaning

Castle; fort.

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈkæstroʊ/

Traits associated with the name Castro:

Dogs named Castro tend to be loving, affectionate, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

Naming your dog Castro suggests that you have an appreciation for Cuban culture and history. It could also suggest that you admire the former Cuban leader Fidel Castro and his legacy.

Is Castro a good dog name?

Castro 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. Castro 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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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Castro was, in the past month, the 3374th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Castro 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, Castro was viewed 64 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Castro is most adored in Louisiana, California and Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Castro:

  1. American Staffordshire Terrier
  2. Rottweiler
  3. Chow Chow
  4. Labrador Retriever
  5. Chihuahua

Castro is found in these categories:

spanish dog names
spanish

A common surname originating from Spain, linked to fortified settlements.

Dog names like Castro:

Diminutive form of Francisco; means small, boy or child.
Beautiful
Tall, lofty; derived from words for "sky".
Strong and manly
Rosary; shortened form of Rosario
Cowboy
Castro dog name meaning

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