Roo

Unisex

Meaning

Short for kangaroo

Origin

Dutch

Pronunciation

/ruː/

Traits associated with the name Roo:

Dogs named Roo tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, empathy, and courage.

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

Naming your dog Roo suggests that you have a playful and adventurous spirit. You may also have a strong connection to nature and the outdoors.

Is Roo a good dog name?

Roo is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Roo 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

684
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663
New York City Dog Name Database
1,076
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Roo was, in the past month, the 532nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Roo 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, Roo was viewed 66 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Roo is most adored in Washington, Kentucky and New Mexico.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Roo:

  1. Australian Shepherd
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Chihuahua
  4. Rhodesian Ridgeback
  5. Queensland Heelers

Roo is found in these categories:

disney dog names
disney

Originates from a lovable kangaroo in Winnie the Pooh tales.

unique dog names
unique

Drawing inspiration from a beloved kangaroo in Winnie-the-Pooh!

Australian Dog Names
australian

Short for kangaroo, a native animal and symbol of Australia.

tough dog names
tough

Roo sounds like a bark, perfect for a feisty, strong canine.

Dog names like Roo:

Ree
Short For Names Ending In REE Or RIE
Abundant Blessings From Above
Dawn.
Sacred lore
Brave Ruler/Luxury
Chocolate caramel candy.
Roo dog name meaning

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