Viking

Male

Meaning

Raider

Origin

Swedish

Pronunciation

/ˈvaɪkɪŋ/

Traits associated with the name Viking:

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

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for strength, courage, and adventure. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are willing to take risks.

Is Viking a good dog name?

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

4,601
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,402
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Viking was, in the past month, the 5745th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Viking 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, Viking was viewed 42 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Viking is most adored in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Texas.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Viking:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Rottweiler
  3. Doberman Pinscher
  4. Newfoundland
  5. Dalmatian

Viking is found in these categories:

scandinavian dog names
scandinavian

Derived from Old Norse, represents seafaring Scandinavian warriors and traders.

Dog names like Viking:

Alder Tree
Diminutive Form Of The Name Vincent
Winner, Conqueror
Victorious
Of Unknown Meaning
Father
Viking dog name meaning

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