Hippo
Meaning
an ancient Numidian town in northwestern Africa adjoining present-day Annaba in northeastern Algeria
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/ˈhɪpoʊ/
Traits associated with the name Hippo:
Dogs named Hippo tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Hippo?
It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative with your pet names. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for animals, particularly larger ones.
Is Hippo a good dog name?
Hippo 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. Hippo 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
Hippo is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Hippo was, in the past month, the 2746th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Hippo 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, Hippo was viewed 20 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Hippo's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Hippo is most adored in California, District of Columbia and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Florida, Colorado and Minnesota.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Hippo.
Hippo is found in these categories:
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This moniker nods to their shared love for water and robust physiques.
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