Gumbo

Male

Meaning

southern dish

Origin

African

Pronunciation

/ˈɡʌmboʊ/

Traits associated with the name Gumbo:

Dogs named Gumbo tend to be loving, affectionate, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor! Gumbo is an unusual name for a dog, and it suggests that you have a fun and lighthearted personality.

Is Gumbo a good dog name?

Gumbo 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. Gumbo 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

2,907
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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
2,049
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Gumbo was, in the past month, the 6342nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Gumbo 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, Gumbo was viewed 77 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Gumbo is most adored in Kansas, Georgia and New Jersey.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Gumbo:

  1. American Staffordshire Terrier
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Rottweiler
  4. Pug
  5. Collie

Famous dogs named Gumbo:

  • comics icon A dog named Gumbo appeared in the comic book Adam@home by Brian Basset, Rob Harrell.

Gumbo is found in these categories:

country dog names
country

Gumbo is a popular Southern dish, reflecting rural, rustic charm often associated with canine names.

food dog names
food

Named after a savory Louisiana stew, it's a tasty moniker for pups.

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Gumbo dog name meaning

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Lea (City of Zagreb, Croatia)
Gumbo is both a funny and sweet dog name, perfect for dogs who fit those traits
January 09, 2024

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