Yukon

Unisex

Meaning

a territory in northwestern Canada; site of the Klondike gold rush in the 1890s

Origin

Athabascan

Pronunciation

/ˈjuːkɒn/

Traits associated with the name Yukon:

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

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

That you have a sense of adventure and enjoy exploring new places. Yukon is the name of a Canadian territory known for its vast wilderness and outdoor activities.

Is Yukon a good dog name?

Yukon has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Yukon 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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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
857
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Yukon was, in the past month, the 1065th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Yukon 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, Yukon was viewed 66 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Yukon is most adored in Alaska, Nebraska and Tennessee.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Yukon:

  1. Siberian Husky
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Alaskan Malamute
  5. Samoyed

Famous dogs named Yukon:

  • television icon A alaskan husky named Yukon featured in the television show Sergeant Preston of the Yukon.

Yukon is found in these categories:

tough dog names
tough

Yukon, a rugged wilderness, embodies resilience and strength.

winter dog names
winter

This name is inspired by a Canadian territory known for its cold, snowy climate.

big dog names
big

Yukon, a vast Canadian territory, mirrors a dog's boundless energy and strength.

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Yukon dog name meaning

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