Dog Names > Maki

Maki

Unisex

Meaning

True hope

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/ˈmɑːki/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Maki, a sushi roll or a dog? Why not both? This Japanese-inspired name is perfect for your fur baby. It's short, snappy, and easy for your pup to recognize. Plus, it's a great conversation starter at the dog park. "Oh, Maki? Like the sushi?" Yes, exactly like the sushi! It's a fun, foodie name for your pup that's a little bit different, but not too out there. So, if you're a sushi lover with a new dog, consider naming them Maki. It's soy awesome, you won't regret it!

Traits associated with the name Maki:

Dogs named Maki tend to be loving. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of style. Maki is an uncommon name for a dog, so it suggests that you like to stand out and express yourself in unique ways.

Is Maki a good dog name?

Maki 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. Maki 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

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2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

1,910

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Maki is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Maki was, in the past month, the 439th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Maki 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, Maki was viewed 119 times, and liked 3 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Maki is most adored in Hawaii, Utah and Wisconsin.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Maki is found in these categories:

japanese

Associated with sushi rolls and a common female first name.

exotic

Uncommon in Western culture, this Japanese sushi-inspired moniker intrigues.

Dog names like Maki:

Miyu

Beautiful gentle

Momo

peach

Masa

Just / true

Michi

Pathway

Marley

Pleasant seaside meadow

Maple

Species Of Tree In The Acer Genus

Comments (1)

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maki la perrita se llama maki (Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica)

I'm in Costa Rica :D
April 15, 2024 ◆ Translated

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