Shaggy

Unisex

Meaning

The cartoon sleuth from scooby doo

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ʃæɡi/

Traits associated with the name Shaggy:

Dogs named Shaggy tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

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

That you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness.

Is Shaggy a good dog name?

Shaggy 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. Shaggy 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
237
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shaggy was, in the past month, the 647th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Shaggy 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, Shaggy was viewed 163 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Shaggy is most adored in Alabama, Florida and Pennsylvania.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Shaggy:

  1. Poodle
  2. Cocker Spaniel
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Shih Tzu
  5. Chihuahua

Shaggy is found in these categories:

curious dog names
curious

Shaggy dogs love sniffing out mysteries, just like their scruffy coats!

fluffy dog names
fluffy

Shaggy means hairy, just like a cuddly, fur-covered pooch!

Dog names like Shaggy:

A famous cartoon canine sleuth
a crystal of snow
Impetuous Nature
having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light
full of fighting spirit
offensively curious or inquisitive
Shaggy dog name meaning

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