Chinook

Unisex

Meaning

a Penutian language spoken by the Chinook

Origin

Native

Pronunciation

/tʃɪˈnuːk/

Traits associated with the name Chinook:

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

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

Naming your dog Chinook suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and the outdoors. It could also suggest that you have an affinity for Native American culture and history.

Is Chinook a good dog name?

Chinook has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Chinook 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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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,080
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Chinook was, in the past month, the 5781st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Chinook 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, Chinook was viewed 49 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Chinook is most adored in Kansas, Illinois and New Jersey.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Chinook:

  1. Siberian Husky
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Alaskan Malamute
  5. Akita Breed

Famous dogs named Chinook:

  • film icon A alaskan malamute named Chinook played a role in the movie Trail of the Yukon.

Chinook is found in these categories:

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Derived from Native American language, it means "warm winter wind".

Dog names like Chinook:

Light, buoyant, lively
dry white table wine of Chablis, France or a wine resembling it
a fragment of incombustible matter left after a wood or coal or charcoal fire
an unbound manuscript of some ancient classic (as distinguished from a scroll)
Strong and brave.
kidney-shaped nut edible only when roasted
Chinook dog name meaning

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