Vader

Male

Meaning

Father

Origin

German

Pronunciation

/ˈveɪdər/

Traits associated with the name Vader:

Dogs named Vader tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

Naming your dog Vader suggests that you have an appreciation for the Star Wars franchise and its characters. It could also suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy making lighthearted references.

Is Vader a good dog name?

Vader has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Vader 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

936
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738
New York City Dog Name Database
1,142
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Vader was, in the past month, the 2432nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Vader 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, Vader was viewed 109 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Vader is most adored in South Carolina, Ohio and Oklahoma.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Oregon and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Vader:

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

Vader is found in these categories:

big dog names
big

He's a strong, dark force, just like the Star Wars villain.

nerdy dog names
nerdy

Draws inspiration from Star Wars' iconic villain, Darth Vader.

badass dog names
badass

Associations with the iconic, powerful Star Wars character, Darth Vader, evoke strength, mystery, and a commanding presence.

superhero dog names
superhero

Draws inspiration from Star Wars' iconic villain, symbolizing strength and power.

gothic dog names
gothic

Draws from dark, dramatic themes associated with a famous villain from Star Wars.

Gangster Dog Names
gangster

Star Wars villain connotations give it a tough, rebellious edge.

Dog names like Vader:

Diminutive Form Of The Name Vincent
Tough and stinging.
Alder Tree
Short Form Of Vincent
Chewbacca's nickname in the star wars franchise.
Winner, Conqueror
Vader dog name meaning

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)
I think of Vader as an great choice for a dog who has an owner who is a Star Wars super fan.
January 22, 2024

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