Higgins

Female

Meaning

Intelligent in Ireland.

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/ˈhɪɡɪnz/

Traits associated with the name Higgins:

Dogs named Higgins tend to be loving, loyal, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

Naming your dog Higgins suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy classic literature. The name is a reference to the character of Higgins in the novel "Pygmalion" by George Bernard Shaw.

Is Higgins a good dog name?

Higgins has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Higgins 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

3,885
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
1,183
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Higgins was, in the past month, the 6281st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Higgins 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, Higgins was viewed 40 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Higgins is most adored in Kentucky, New York and New Jersey.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, Massachusetts and Tennessee.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Higgins:

  1. Poodle
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Beagle
  4. Shetland Sheepdog
  5. Shih Tzu

Higgins is found in these categories:

intelligent dog names
intelligent

Higgins is a professor in "My Fair Lady," symbolizing wisdom.

Dog names like Higgins:

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Grace
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Noble and serene
Plant With Red Berries
Higgins dog name meaning

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