Copper

Unisex

Meaning

a reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈkɒpər/

Traits associated with the name Copper:

Dogs named Copper tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, empathy, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Copper suggests that you have an appreciation for the outdoors and nature. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for the color copper, or that you appreciate the unique qualities of the metal.

Is Copper a good dog name?

Copper has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Copper 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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Naming your dog Copper is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Copper was, in the past month, the 458th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Copper 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.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Copper was viewed 220 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Copper is most adored in Kentucky, Iowa and Michigan.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Indiana and Kansas.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Copper:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Beagle
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Cocker Spaniel
  5. Chihuahua

Famous dogs named Copper:

  • film icon A bloodhound named Copper played a role in the movie The Fox and the Hound.
  • film icon A bloodhound named Copper played a role in the movie The Fox and the Hound.

Copper is found in these categories:

brown dog names
brown

Copper's hue matches a playful pup's chocolatey fur perfectly!

cute dog names
cute

Evokes warm, cuddly imagery, akin to Disney's hound in "Fox and Hound".

flower dog names
flower

Its hue resembles certain blossoms like marigolds or sunflowers.

country dog names
country

Associations with rural activities like hunting and mining make it a rustic, outdoorsy choice.

cool dog names
cool

Evokes images of shiny pennies and famous canine detective, McGruff.

movie dog names
movie

He's a hound from Disney's "Fox and the Hound" animation.

famous dog names
famous

Disney's "The Fox and the Hound" features a hound named Copper.

Dog names like Copper:

Order, harmony, beauty.
Cook. it is also used as a nickname for names long names that begin with 'co-.
Fortune, Luck
Free man
Light, buoyant, lively
Shade From Sun
Copper dog name meaning

Comments icon Comments (4)

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Cooper (Anzoátegui, Venezuela)
He came to our family just a few days ago, he is a very playful and active puppy, with a dominant character...he is white with black spots.
April 08, 2024 ◆ Translated

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Barbara (South Dakota, United States)
Aussie puppy tan and white.
January 22, 2024

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Presley (Utah, United States)
I have a dog named Copper he is dark brown, red, grey, and black he is really playful he never growls unless he is playing with his sister Lucy.
October 24, 2022

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COOPER (Lima, Peru)
It is the name of our pet, he came as a naughty, funny and playful man, now he is almost two years old and has become a great guardian, he takes care of us, he loves to run and play but every night he becomes a great policeman, in the best that's our COOPER🐾
June 12, 2022 ◆ Translated

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