Haven
Meaning
Safe Place
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪvən/
Traits associated with the name Haven:
Dogs named Haven tend to be loving, industrious, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Haven?
That you value safety, security, and comfort.
Is Haven a good dog name?
Haven has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Haven 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

Haven is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Haven was, in the past month, the 654th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Haven is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Haven was viewed 61 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Haven's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Haven is most adored in Iowa, Oklahoma and District of Columbia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, Delaware and South Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Haven.
Most popular breeds named Haven:
- Labrador Retriever
- Bulldog
- Boxer
- Border Collie
- Chow Chow
Haven is found in these categories:
gothic
Evokes images of dark, mysterious sanctuaries, often found in gothic literature.
british
Associated with safe places, often used in British place names.
Dog names like Haven:

November 01, 2023
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