Goldilocks
Meaning
early-flowering perennial of southern and southeastern Europe with flower heads resembling those of goldenrod
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈɡoʊldəˌlɑks/
Traits associated with the name Goldilocks:
Dogs named Goldilocks tend to be loving, good-natured, hard-working, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Goldilocks?
It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy classic stories. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy coming up with unique names.
Is Goldilocks a good dog name?
Goldilocks has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Goldilocks 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
Goldilocks is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Goldilocks was, in the past month, the 1300th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Goldilocks 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, Goldilocks was viewed 37 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Goldilocks's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Goldilocks is most adored in Alabama, Massachusetts and Illinois.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Florida and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Goldilocks.
Most popular breeds named Goldilocks:
- Cocker Spaniel
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
Goldilocks is found in these categories:
cute
Fairy tale origins and golden fur imagery evoke endearing, playful associations.
Dog names like Goldilocks:
February 27, 2024
Let us know what you think of Goldilocks as a dog name!