Lefty

Male

Meaning

Nickname For Left-handed

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈlɛfti/

Traits associated with the name Lefty:

Dogs named Lefty tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

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

Naming your dog Lefty could suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative with your pet's name. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for the underdog or the less popular choice.

Is Lefty a good dog name?

Lefty 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. Lefty 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

5,685
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,201
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lefty was, in the past month, the 5781st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lefty 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, Lefty was viewed 57 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Lefty is most adored in Mississippi, Arizona and North Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Oklahoma and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Lefty:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. American Pitbull Terrier
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Border Collie
  5. Miniature Pinscher

Lefty is found in these categories:

tough dog names
tough

Lefty suggests strength, resilience, and a unique, unexpected edge.

Dog names like Lefty:

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Lefty dog name meaning

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