Dog Names > Dante

Dante

Male

Meaning

Steadfast

Origin

Italian

Pronunciation

/ˈdænti/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Dante, a name with a bark that echoes through the annals of literature, is a top-notch choice for your canine companion. It's a nod to Dante Alighieri, the Italian poet who penned the epic "Divine Comedy". Your dog might not be leading you through the circles of hell, but he'll surely lead you on some epic adventures (or at least to the park). Plus, it's a name that carries a certain gravitas, perfect for a dog with a serious, contemplative gaze. And let's not forget Dante from "Coco", the lovable, loyal spirit guide. Dante: a name for dogs with a flair for the dramatic and the literary.

Traits associated with the name Dante:

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

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

That you have a strong appreciation for literature and culture. Dante is a reference to the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who wrote the epic poem The Divine Comedy. It suggests that you have a deep appreciation for the arts and a creative spirit.

Is Dante a good dog name?

Dante is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Dante 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 Dante is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dante was, in the past month, the 31st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Dante 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, Dante was viewed 204 times, and liked 3 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Dante is most adored in West Virginia, Delaware and Connecticut.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Nebraska and New Mexico.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Dante:

A yorkshire terrier named Dante played a role in the movie Show Dogs.
A xoloitzcuintle named Dante played a role in the movie Coco.

Dante is found in these categories:

spooky

The name is linked to "Inferno", a famous dark and hellish literary work.

gothic

The name originates from "Inferno," a dark, supernatural poem by Dante Alighieri.

spanish

Derived from Durante, common in Spanish-speaking countries.

italian

Famous Italian poet who wrote "The Divine Comedy" in the vernacular.

Dog names like Dante:

Dario

Wealthy

Demetrio

Loves the earth

Domingo

Of The Lord

Don

World rule

Drake

Dragon

Dru

Form Of Drew

Comments (9)

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Dairelys (Bolívar, Venezuela)

My dog's name is Dante, he is a mixed breed dog that I rescued when he was two months old, he was very badly injured, but now he is nine months old and he is a big healthy and very strong dog.
December 02, 2023 ◆ Translated

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Sandra Zapata (Bogota D.C., Colombia)

I love it because I relate it to the path, the truth, perseverance, a fighter....
October 10, 2023 ◆ Translated

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Dick (Nebraska, United States)

Naming my Rescue Dog - Dante today ! He is 7 year old Shih Tzu that I just got 4 days ago ! A lot of work ahead but we will get there 🙂
July 25, 2023

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Estrella (Andalusia, Spain)

I love it! When we adopted him he already had that name and it didn't occur to me to change it, he has a lot of personality and is rarely heard in other dogs. Also, my previous dog's name was Dana, and it was a sign for me that she started Dante's name with its first three letters.
July 21, 2023 ◆ Translated

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Novalyh (Region de Arica y Parinacota, Chile)

I have three dogs 🐕 one called pocheche another dante and another nala pocheche is yakko warner dante is wakko warner and nala is dot warner from animaniacs
October 04, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Dante Marín urzola (Departamento del Magdalena, Colombia)

He is our cute pet we love him very much
October 03, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Alexander (Departamento del Valle del Cauca, Colombia)

He is very hyperactive, jealous and very faithful
September 19, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Dante (Bogota D.C., Colombia)

Annoying and jealous but very companionable and empathic
August 27, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Adriana (Guerrero, Mexico)

My new puppy is called Dante. And he is a mongrel.
April 09, 2022 ◆ Translated

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