Twinkle

Unisex

Meaning

Sporadically Light Up

Origin

Indian

Pronunciation

/ˈtwɪŋkəl/

Traits associated with the name Twinkle:

Dogs named Twinkle tend to be loving, affectionate, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

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

That you have a creative and whimsical side. Twinkle is an unusual name for a dog, and it suggests that you have a playful and imaginative personality.

Is Twinkle a good dog name?

Twinkle 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. Twinkle 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

1,366
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1,294
New York City Dog Name Database
828
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Twinkle was, in the past month, the 946th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Twinkle 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, Twinkle was viewed 97 times, and liked 3 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Twinkle is most adored in New Hampshire, West Virginia and Iowa.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Utah, Wisconsin and Illinois.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Twinkle:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Shih Tzu
  4. Poodle
  5. Maltese

Twinkle is found in these categories:

winter dog names
winter

Stars shine brighter during cold, clear nights, reminiscent of the name's sparkle.

small dog names
small

Sparkles in their eyes match stars, while their energy mimics shooting stars.

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Twinkle dog name meaning

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