Quetzal

Unisex

Meaning

large trogon of Central America and South America having golden-green and scarlet plumage

Origin

Mesoamerican

Pronunciation

/ˈkɛtsɑːl/

Traits associated with the name Quetzal:

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

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

Naming your dog Quetzal suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and exotic names, and that you may have an interest in Central American culture.

Is Quetzal a good dog name?

Quetzal has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Quetzal 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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Quetzal is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Quetzal was, in the past month, the 4617th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Quetzal 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, Quetzal was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Quetzal is most adored in Oregon, North Carolina and Missouri.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Wyoming, Washington and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Quetzal is found in these categories:

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Named after a vibrant bird, it's a wild choice for adventurous pups.

Dog names like Quetzal:

Small Australian marsupial.
Mischievous person or animal.
Powerful Cat, Tiger
Loud Insect Of The Night
marked by skill in deception
A long-lived bird in greek mythology.
Quetzal dog name meaning

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Lily (Bjelovar-Bilogora, Croatia)
Very unique, perfect for elegant and graceful dogs
September 01, 2023

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