Richmond

Male

Meaning

The Protector King

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/ˈrɪtʃmənd/

Traits associated with the name Richmond:

Dogs named Richmond tend to be loving, industrious, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Richmond suggests that you have an appreciation for history and culture. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for the city of Richmond, Virginia.

Is Richmond a good dog name?

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

4,630
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Richmond was, in the past month, the 6342nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Richmond 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, Richmond was viewed 54 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Richmond is most adored in Virginia, North Carolina and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Richmond:

  1. Labrador Retriever

Richmond is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Derived from Scottish Gaelic, meaning "strong hill fortress".

Dog names like Richmond:

Island Of Garlic
Scottish nickname for Robert.
From Ralph's Town
Brave ruler/leader.
Raven Wolf
Advice, Rule
Richmond dog name meaning

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