Sniper

Unisex

Meaning

a marksman who shoots at people from a concealed place

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈsnaɪpər/

Traits associated with the name Sniper:

Dogs named Sniper tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for precision and accuracy, and that you may have a strong sense of focus and determination.

Is Sniper a good dog name?

Sniper has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Sniper 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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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
1,166
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Sniper was, in the past month, the 492nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Sniper 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, Sniper was viewed 93 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Sniper is most adored in Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, Tennessee and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Sniper:

  1. American Pitbull Terrier
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Chihuahua
  5. American Staffordshire Terrier

Sniper is found in these categories:

playful dog names
playful

The juxtaposition of a serious military term with the innocent nature of a dog creates a playful contrast.

tough dog names
tough

Snipers are precise, stealthy, and always hit their target!

Gangster Dog Names
gangster

Connotes stealth and precision, traits admired in both sharpshooters and mobsters.

hunting dog names
hunting

Sniper implies precision and focus, traits often associated with hunting dogs.

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