Nami

Female

Meaning

Short for tsunami

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/ˈnɑːmi/

Traits associated with the name Nami:

Dogs named Nami tend to be loving, good-natured, and hard-working. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Nami suggests that you have an appreciation for the ocean and the beauty of nature. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of adventure and a love of exploration.

Is Nami a good dog name?

Nami 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. Nami 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

1,431
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nami was, in the past month, the 363rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Nami 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, Nami was viewed 155 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nami is most adored in West Virginia, Illinois and Missouri.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Nami is found in these categories:

ocean dog names
ocean

Nami translates to "wave" in Japanese, linking it to sea themes.

Dog names like Nami:

Sea nymph
Wave or seafoam
Lovely water
Sea nymph
Beach or shoreline.
an independent state within the British Commonwealth located on the Fiji Islands
Nami dog name meaning

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Raphaëlle (Quebec, Canada)
NAMI!! This is a really cute name!
January 01, 2023

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