Nipper

Unisex

Meaning

a young person of either sex

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈnɪpər/

Traits associated with the name Nipper:

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

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

Naming your dog Nipper suggests that you have a fondness for classic things, as Nipper is the name of the famous RCA Victor dog logo. It could also suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy making references to pop culture.

Is Nipper a good dog name?

Nipper has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Nipper 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

2,501
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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
1,045
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nipper was, in the past month, the 1578th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Nipper 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, Nipper was viewed 48 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nipper is most adored in Missouri, Delaware and New York.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, Oregon and Massachusetts.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Nipper:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Chihuahua
  4. Beagle
  5. Chow Chow

Nipper is found in these categories:

tough dog names
tough

Nipper suggests a feisty, bite-happy pooch with a bold spirit!

famous dog names
famous

He's RCA's iconic gramophone-listening terrier, immortalized in company logos.

sassy dog names
sassy

Nipper suggests a playful, cheeky pup with a bite-sized attitude!

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Nipper dog name meaning

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