Nile

Male

Meaning

River of life in Egyptian mythology.

Origin

African

Pronunciation

/naɪl/

Traits associated with the name Nile:

Dogs named Nile tend to be loving, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

Naming your dog Nile suggests that you have an appreciation for the natural world and a sense of adventure. It could also suggest that you have an interest in ancient cultures and history.

Is Nile a good dog name?

Nile 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. Nile 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

2,907
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nile was, in the past month, the 1784th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Nile 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, Nile was viewed 81 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nile is most adored in Idaho, Hawaii and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in District of Columbia, Washington and California.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Nile:

  1. Greyhound
  2. Chihuahua

Nile is found in these categories:

mythical dog names
mythical

The name originates from the famous Egyptian river, often associated with ancient myths and legends.

Dog names like Nile:

Short Form Of Nicholas Or Nicodemus
No one knows.
High Born
Short for nitroglycerin.
wise warrior
homecoming
Nile dog name meaning

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