Pika

Female

Meaning

small short-eared burrowing mammal of rocky uplands of Asia and western North America

Origin

Eskimo

Pronunciation

/ˈpiːkə/

Traits associated with the name Pika:

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

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

It suggests that you have a fondness for cute and playful things. It could also suggest that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names.

Is Pika a good dog name?

Pika 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. Pika 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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1,638
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Pika was, in the past month, the 2372nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Pika 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, Pika was viewed 52 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Pika is most adored in Missouri, Indiana and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Maine and Colorado.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Pika is found in these categories:

animal dog names
animal

Inspired by Pikachu, it's a playful, energetic moniker for pups.

Dog names like Pika:

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

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