Dapple

Unisex

Meaning

a small contrasting part of something

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈdæpəl/

Traits associated with the name Dapple:

Dogs named Dapple tend to be loving, good-natured, affectionate, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Dapple suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and the outdoors, as dapple is a term often used to describe the mottled or spotted coloration of animals such as horses and deer.

Is Dapple a good dog name?

Dapple 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. Dapple 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

2,931
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dapple was, in the past month, the 4398th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Dapple 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, Dapple was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Dapple is most adored in Minnesota, Illinois and Georgia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, Massachusetts and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Dapple is found in these categories:

spotted dog names
spotted

Dapple means marked with spots or rounded patches of color.

Dog names like Dapple:

Little old sword
A god or goddess
Sanskrit for 'law
To draw or sketch aimlessly.
small and unimpressive
A semiconductor device that emits visible light or ir energy.
Dapple dog name meaning

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