Ganesha

Unisex

Meaning

The Hindu elephant dog, remover of obstacles

Origin

Sanskrit

Pronunciation

/ɡəˈneɪʃə/

Traits associated with the name Ganesha:

Ganesha has an exotic sound to it, representing an owner that likes to think outside of the box.

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

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for Hindu culture and mythology, and that you have a fondness for the deity Ganesha. It also suggests that you have a creative and unique approach to naming your pet.

Is Ganesha a good dog name?

Ganesha has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Ganesha 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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3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ganesha was, in the past month, the 5320th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Ganesha 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, Ganesha was viewed 81 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Ganesha is most adored in Kentucky, Virginia and District of Columbia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Ganesha is found in these categories:

yoga dog names
yoga

This name is derived from a revered deity in Hinduism, often associated with mindfulness and enlightenment practices.

Dog names like Ganesha:

Sanskrit for 'sky
Type of yoga based on a series of poses done in a specific order
Flow of movement.
Meditative repetition of a mantra
Holy chants
Peace
Ganesha dog name meaning

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