Playa

Female

Meaning

Beach or shoreline.

Origin

Spanish

Pronunciation

/plaɪə/

Traits associated with the name Playa:

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

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

It suggests that you have a fun and adventurous spirit. You may also have a strong connection to the beach or the ocean.

Is Playa a good dog name?

Playa 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. Playa 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

3,371
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Playa was, in the past month, the 5111th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Playa 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, Playa was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Playa is most adored in Maryland, Missouri and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Colorado and New York.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Playa is found in these categories:

ocean dog names
ocean

Playa translates to beach in Spanish, linking it to seaside themes.

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Playa dog name meaning

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