Sunflower

Unisex

Meaning

any plant of the genus Helianthus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈsʌnˌflaʊər/

Traits associated with the name Sunflower:

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

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

It suggests that you are a creative and optimistic person who appreciates the beauty of nature.

Is Sunflower a good dog name?

Sunflower has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Sunflower 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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2,998
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2,049
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Sunflower was, in the past month, the 4909th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Sunflower 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, Sunflower was viewed 57 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Sunflower is most adored in North Dakota, Delaware and Nebraska.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Washington, Florida and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Sunflower:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. American Staffordshire Terrier
  3. Pomeranian
  4. Dachshund
  5. Cocker Spaniel

Sunflower is found in these categories:

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This name reflects a bright, cheerful plant often associated with warmth and happiness.

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