Spirit

Unisex

Meaning

Soul

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈspɪrɪt/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Spirit is a pawsome dog name, perfect for your adventurous, free-spirited fur-baby. It's a nod to the wild mustang from the animated film, "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron," ideal for a dog with a wild heart and a love for exploration. Plus, it's a tribute to the Spirit Rover, NASA's robotic Mars explorer, making it a stellar choice for space-loving pet parents. Etymologically, 'spirit' means breath or soul, so if your pup breathes life into your world or is the soul of your family, this name is a tail-wagging winner. So, unleash your dog's inner Spirit!

Traits associated with the name Spirit:

Dogs named Spirit tend to be loving, loyal, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

It suggests that you are a person who values freedom, adventure, and exploration. You may also be someone who is in tune with nature and the spiritual world.

Is Spirit a good dog name?

Spirit has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Spirit is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Spirit is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Spirit outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Spirit was, in the past month, the 475th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Spirit 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, Spirit was viewed 146 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Spirit is most adored in Maine, Delaware and Alabama.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, New Mexico and Nebraska.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Spirit:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Siberian Husky
  4. Australian Shepherd
  5. Golden Retriever

Spirit is found in these categories:

spooky dog names
spooky

The name evokes images of ghosts and supernatural entities often associated with fear and mystery.

playful dog names
playful

The name suggests energy, enthusiasm, and a lively personality, traits often associated with playful dogs.

spiritual dog names
spiritual

The name embodies qualities of soul, essence, and metaphysical aspects often associated with spirituality.

winter dog names
winter

This name reflects the festive cheer and resilience often associated with colder months.

celestial dog names
celestial

Evokes heavenly entities, often linked to ethereal beings in folklore.

independent dog names
independent

The name embodies freedom, self-reliance, and a strong, untamed nature, often associated with independence.

Dog names like Spirit:

Spirited, plucky
A famous cartoon canine sleuth
Small light mode of transportation.
full of fighting spirit
offensively curious or inquisitive
An electrician
Spirit dog name meaning

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