Yori
Meaning
trust
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/ˈjɔːri/
Traits associated with the name Yori:
Dogs named Yori tend to be loving, loyal, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Yori?
That you have an appreciation for Japanese culture and language. Yori is a Japanese name meaning "trust" or "dependability".
Is Yori a good dog name?
Yori 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. Yori 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

Yori is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Yori was, in the past month, the 2293rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Yori is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Yori was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Yori's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Yori is most adored in Hawaii, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oklahoma and Nevada.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Yori.
Most popular breeds named Yori:
- Poodle
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Chihuahua
Yori is found in these categories:
japanese
Commonly used in Japan, signifies "reliable" or "trustworthy" in Japanese.
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