Downy

Male

Meaning

covered with fine soft hairs or down

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈdaʊni/

Traits associated with the name Downy:

Dogs named Downy tend to be loving, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. It also suggests that you have a fondness for soft, fluffy things.

Is Downy a good dog name?

Downy 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. Downy 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

2,034
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Downy was, in the past month, the 2161st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Downy 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, Downy was viewed 59 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Downy is most adored in Iowa, New Hampshire and Louisiana.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Downy is found in these categories:

fluffy dog names
fluffy

Soft as a cloud, this name mirrors a pup's cuddly, plush coat.

Dog names like Downy:

English chemist who was a pioneer in electrochemistry and who used it to isolate elements sodium and potassium and barium and boron and calcium and magnesium and chlorine (1778-1829)
From Donald or Donovan; brown, chief or noble.
From the people's meadow
Descendant of Dubhthach
Diminutive of Dustin, meaning brave warrior.
From The Farm At The Ditch
Downy dog name meaning

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