Keiko

Female

Meaning

Blessed child / respectful child

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/keɪkoʊ/

Traits associated with the name Keiko:

Dogs named Keiko tend to be loving, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, empathy, and friendship.

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

Naming your dog Keiko suggests that you have an appreciation for Japanese culture and may have a special connection to the name. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the movie Free Willy, which featured a whale named Keiko.

Is Keiko a good dog name?

Keiko 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. Keiko 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

908
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
798
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Keiko was, in the past month, the 624th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Keiko 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, Keiko was viewed 105 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Keiko is most adored in District of Columbia, South Carolina and Maine.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Washington, Delaware and Oklahoma.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Keiko:

  1. Akita Breed
  2. Chow Chow
  3. Chihuahua
  4. Labrador Retriever
  5. Shiba Inu

Keiko is found in these categories:

happy dog names
happy

Keiko means joy in Japanese, perfect for cheerful pups!

japanese dog names
japanese

A common female name in Japan, often meaning "blessed child".

Dog names like Keiko:

Happy and cheerful
chronical child
respectful child
Beloved Or Who Is Like God?
Short For Names Beginning With K
Fair Haired Viking
Keiko dog name meaning

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