Kimchi
Meaning
Korean dish made from salted and fermented vegetables
Origin
Korean
Pronunciation
/kɪmˈtʃi/
Traits associated with the name Kimchi:
Dogs named Kimchi tend to be loving, brave, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kimchi?
It suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and interesting things, and that you have a sense of humor.
Is Kimchi a good dog name?
Kimchi 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. Kimchi 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
Kimchi is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kimchi was, in the past month, the 1195th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Kimchi 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, Kimchi was viewed 84 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kimchi's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kimchi is most adored in Delaware, Massachusetts and Illinois.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Hawaii, Arizona and Alabama.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kimchi.
Most popular breeds named Kimchi:
- Shih Tzu
- Cocker Spaniel
Kimchi is found in these categories:
food
Named after a popular fermented Korean side dish.
Dog names like Kimchi:
April 22, 2023
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