Hoover

Male

Meaning

31st President of the United States; in 1929 the stock market crashed and the economy collapsed and Hoover was defeated for reelection by Franklin Roosevelt (1874-1964)

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈhuːvər/

Traits associated with the name Hoover:

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

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

Naming your dog Hoover suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy making light of a situation. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the vacuum cleaner brand, or that you appreciate the idea of a hardworking and efficient pet.

Is Hoover a good dog name?

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

5,287
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
1,080
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Hoover was, in the past month, the 2485th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Hoover 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, Hoover was viewed 51 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Hoover is most adored in Pennsylvania, Texas and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, Virginia and Louisiana.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Hoover:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Beagle
  3. Basset Hound
  4. Labrador Retriever
  5. English Bulldog

Hoover is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Named after a vintage vacuum, it echoes a bygone era of canine monikers.

british dog names
british

Commonly used as a verb meaning to vacuum in the UK.

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Hoover dog name meaning

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Juliet (Colorado, United States)
Great name for a dog that is a counter surfer or gobbler
February 22, 2024

Let us know what you think of Hoover as a dog name!