Hachiko

Male

Meaning

Loyal dog statue.

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/hɑːtʃiːkoʊ/

Traits associated with the name Hachiko:

Dogs named Hachiko 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 Hachiko?

Naming your dog Hachiko suggests that you are a person who values loyalty and friendship. Hachiko was a real-life Akita dog who became famous for his unwavering loyalty to his owner, even after his owner's death. His story has become a symbol of loyalty and friendship, and naming your dog after him suggests that you value these qualities.

Is Hachiko a good dog name?

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Hachiko was, in the past month, the 1599th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Hachiko 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, Hachiko was viewed 67 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Hachiko is most adored in Missouri, Illinois and Virginia.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Hachiko:

  1. Akita Breed
  2. Shetland Sheepdog
  3. Vizsla

Hachiko is found in these categories:

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Renowned Akita remembered for unwavering loyalty in Japanese folklore and film.

Dog names like Hachiko:

United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926)
The son of zeus and the king of the gods in greek mythology.
An inhabitant of Iowa; a man of good sight.
Protector of the home.
To Be Courageous
Noble One
Hachiko dog name meaning

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