Porky

Unisex

Meaning

Fat, happy piglet.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈpɔːki/

Traits associated with the name Porky:

Dogs named Porky tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, friendship, and courage.

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

Naming your dog Porky suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic cartoons, as Porky Pig is a classic Looney Tunes character.

Is Porky a good dog name?

Porky 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. Porky 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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New York City Dog Name Database
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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Porky was, in the past month, the 3856th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Porky 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, Porky was viewed 68 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Porky is most adored in Delaware, Nevada and Texas.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Porky:

  1. American Pitbull Terrier
  2. Chihuahua
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Pug
  5. Chow Chow

Porky is found in these categories:

food dog names
food

Inspired by a beloved meat, it's a tasty moniker for canine companions.

big dog names
big

Porky suggests a chunky, cuddly canine with a hearty appetite.

Dog names like Porky:

Ground Nut Legume
A hot-tasting powder prepared from dried and ground peppercorns, commonly used as a spice or condiment to flavor food.
Perry mason, detective extraordinaire
Small child nickname.
God of hell and wealth in roman mythology.
Cute, playful dog.
Porky dog name meaning

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