Rainbow

Unisex

Meaning

an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈreɪnbəʊ/

Traits associated with the name Rainbow:

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

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

It suggests that you are a creative and optimistic person who values the beauty of life.

Is Rainbow a good dog name?

Rainbow has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Rainbow 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

987
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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
1,201
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Rainbow was, in the past month, the 1403rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Rainbow 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, Rainbow was viewed 69 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Rainbow is most adored in Louisiana, Hawaii and Maryland.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Rainbow:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Golden Retriever
  3. Dalmatian
  4. Pointer
  5. Shetland Sheepdog

Rainbow is found in these categories:

celestial dog names
celestial

Colors in the sky after rain, like heavenly bodies, inspire awe.

cute dog names
cute

Vibrant hues and whimsical charm evoke imagery of playful, endearing puppies.

flower dog names
flower

Vibrant hues found in both blossoms and spectral arcs inspire this canine moniker.

Dog names like Rainbow:

Gamekeeper; a rover or wanderer
Mischievous person or animal.
Red
Red Haired
Sigourney weaver's character.
Inspired by Rocky Balboa.
Red
Rainbow dog name meaning

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