Piggy

Female

Meaning

a young pig

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈpɪɡi/

Traits associated with the name Piggy:

Dogs named Piggy tend to be loving, affectionate, and brave. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Piggy could suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the classic novel, Animal Farm, by George Orwell.

Is Piggy a good dog name?

Piggy 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. Piggy 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'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Piggy was, in the past month, the 2881st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Piggy 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, Piggy was viewed 47 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Piggy is most adored in Louisiana, Kentucky and New Jersey.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Florida, Wisconsin and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Piggy is found in these categories:

animal dog names
animal

Swine moniker humorously contrasts with canine nature, creating an ironic twist.

Dog names like Piggy:

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a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly)
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any of several fleet black-and-white striped African equines
Cat in Turkish.
a Polynesian rain dance performed by a woman
Piggy dog name meaning

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