Shiba

Female

Meaning

Brushwood

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/ʃiːbə/

Traits associated with the name Shiba:

Dogs named Shiba tend to be loving, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

That you have an appreciation for the Shiba Inu breed and their unique personalities. Shiba Inus are known for being loyal, independent, and spirited, so it could also suggest that you value these qualities in yourself and others.

Is Shiba a good dog name?

Shiba 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. Shiba 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

2,444
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967
New York City Dog Name Database
1,080
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shiba was, in the past month, the 1939th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Shiba 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, Shiba was viewed 66 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Shiba is most adored in Arizona, Maryland and Florida.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Shiba is found in these categories:

japanese dog names
japanese

A popular breed of dog and ancient Japanese coin share this name.

brown dog names
brown

Shiba means "brushwood" in Japanese, matching their fur color!

fall dog names
fall

This breed's coat resembles autumn leaves in color.

Dog names like Shiba:

Poetry; singing; music.
Saddle throne; mountain pass.
Sal
Princess
Shiba dog name meaning

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