Chía
Meaning
Strength
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/tʃiˈa/
Traits associated with the name Chía:
Dogs named Chía tend to be loving, brave, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Chía?
Naming your dog Chía suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and the outdoors. It could also suggest that you have an appreciation for the culture and traditions of Latin America, as Chía is a type of seed native to the region.
Is Chía a good dog name?
Chía 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. Chía 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

Chía is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Chía was, in the past month, the 1803rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Chía 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, Chía was viewed 117 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Chía's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Chía is most adored in Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Michigan and Minnesota.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Chía.
Most popular breeds named Chía:
- Chow Chow
- Chihuahua
- Pomeranian
- German Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
Chía is found in these categories:
spanish
A town in Colombia and a goddess in Muisca mythology.
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