Teru

Male

Meaning

true illumination

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/tɛɹu/

Traits associated with the name Teru:

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

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

Naming your dog Teru suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you are a person who likes to stand out from the crowd and express yourself in unique ways.

Is Teru a good dog name?

Teru 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. Teru 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

5,275
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Teru was, in the past month, the 4064th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Teru 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, Teru was viewed 34 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Teru is most adored in New Hampshire, Virginia and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Teru is found in these categories:

exotic dog names
exotic

Uncommon in Western culture, this Japanese moniker means "shine brightly."

Dog names like Teru:

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traveler
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Teru dog name meaning

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