Zander

Unisex

Meaning

Defender of men in greek.

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈzændər/

Traits associated with the name Zander:

Dogs named Zander tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, empathy, and courage.

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

Naming your dog Zander suggests that you are creative and have a unique sense of style. It also suggests that you are a fan of unusual names and enjoy standing out from the crowd.

Is Zander a good dog name?

Zander has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Zander 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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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
1,804
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Zander was, in the past month, the 1599th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Zander 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, Zander was viewed 71 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Zander is most adored in Maine, North Carolina and Kentucky.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, New York and Massachusetts.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Zander:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Chihuahua
  3. Pomeranian
  4. Bichon Frise
  5. Shiba Inu

Zander is found in these categories:

badass dog names
badass

Exudes strength and uniqueness, hinting at a dog with a bold personality and a fearless, adventurous spirit.

unique dog names
unique

This moniker, uncommon for canines, hails from Alexander, meaning "defender of men".

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Zander dog name meaning

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