Otter

Unisex

Meaning

freshwater carnivorous mammal having webbed and clawed feet and dark brown fur

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈɒtər/

Traits associated with the name Otter:

Dogs named Otter tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

That you have a creative and playful spirit. Otter is a fun and unique name for a dog, and it suggests that you have a good sense of humor and enjoy being around animals.

Is Otter a good dog name?

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

1,507
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,854
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Otter was, in the past month, the 1403rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Otter 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, Otter was viewed 77 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Otter is most adored in North Dakota, Delaware and Washington.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Otter:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Irish Terrier
  3. Chinese Shar-Pei
  4. Gordon Setter
  5. Dachshund

Otter is found in these categories:

animal dog names
animal

This playful moniker references a beloved, water-loving mammal.

nature dog names
nature

Otters are wild animals, making this name inspired by the outdoors and wildlife.

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a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary
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Loving, endearing nickname.
Otter dog name meaning

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