Gecko

Male

Meaning

any of various small chiefly tropical and usually nocturnal insectivorous terrestrial lizards typically with immovable eyelids; completely harmless

Origin

Malay

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɛkoʊ/

Traits associated with the name Gecko:

Dogs named Gecko tend to be loving, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Gecko suggests that you have a creative and unique personality. You may also have an affinity for animals and nature.

Is Gecko a good dog name?

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Gecko was, in the past month, the 5531st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Gecko 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, Gecko was viewed 54 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Gecko is most adored in Utah, Nevada and Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Gecko is found in these categories:

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This reptilian moniker adds an exotic twist to canine appellations.

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Gecko dog name meaning

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