Inu
Meaning
Dog spirit/soul.
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/ɪˈnuː/
Traits associated with the name Inu:
Dogs named Inu tend to be loving, strong-willed, and hard-working. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Inu?
That you have an appreciation for Japanese culture and a fondness for dogs.
Is Inu a good dog name?
Inu is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Inu 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
Inu is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Inu was, in the past month, the 2738th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Inu 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, Inu was viewed 35 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Inu's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Inu is most adored in Kansas, Maryland and Indiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, Arizona and Michigan.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Inu.
Inu is found in these categories:
animal
In Japanese, this playful moniker translates to "dog".
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