Nyala

Female

Meaning

This cross between a truck and a jeep is a multipurpose armored vehicle that was designed to be resistant to mine blasts.

Origin

African

Pronunciation

/naɪˈɑːlə/

Traits associated with the name Nyala:

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

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

Nyala is a type of antelope native to Africa, so it suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and wildlife. It could also suggest that you have an adventurous spirit and enjoy exploring new places.

Is Nyala a good dog name?

Nyala 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. Nyala 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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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nyala was, in the past month, the 5297th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Nyala 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, Nyala was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Nyala is most adored in Florida, Virginia and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Nyala is found in these categories:

military dog names
military

Derived from an armored vehicle used in combat situations.

Dog names like Nyala:

armored warrior woman
courageous
Diminutive Form Of Gabrielle
Diminutive Form Of Alexander Or Alexis
Famous Warrior
Latin american for a bitter lady
Nyala dog name meaning

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