Whiting

Male

Meaning

a food fish of the Atlantic waters of Europe resembling the cod; sometimes placed in genus Gadus

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/ˈwaɪtɪŋ/

Traits associated with the name Whiting:

Dogs named Whiting tend to be loving, industrious, affectionate, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Whiting suggests that you have an appreciation for the outdoors and nature. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for the sea, as whiting is a type of fish.

Is Whiting a good dog name?

Whiting has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Whiting 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
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Whiting was, in the past month, the 7094th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Whiting 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, Whiting was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Whiting is most adored in Pennsylvania, Florida and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Whiting:

  1. Pomeranian

Whiting is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Associated with a fish species popular in Scottish cuisine.

Dog names like Whiting:

Army Ruler
Sherlock holmes smart sidekick.
Clever, crafty; from the tricky river
A common old man grumpy name
Settlement
From a place called Wick.
Whiting dog name meaning

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