Nao

Unisex

Meaning

Honest

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/naʊ/

Traits associated with the name Nao:

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

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

Naming your dog Nao suggests that you are creative and have a unique sense of style. It also suggests that you are open to new experiences and enjoy exploring different cultures.

Is Nao a good dog name?

Nao is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Nao 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

7,147
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nao was, in the past month, the 4181st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Nao 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, Nao was viewed 38 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nao is most adored in New York, Florida and Texas.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Nao:

  1. Shih Tzu

Nao is found in these categories:

japanese dog names
japanese

Associated with Japanese language, meaning "honest, straight, reliable".

Dog names like Nao:

To rule
Seven
Unconquerable in russian.
suggestive of sexual impropriety
Cute, small, playful.
Hindi salutation or greeting
Nao dog name meaning

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