Rarest Dog Names From Around The World

1. USA: Koda

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The rarest dog name in the USA is at this moment, Koda! Now, this is a pretty cool name and you can definitely see why this would be chosen as it's super easy to say and sounds good, in fact, it's surprising that it's not a more popular choice of dog name!

2. England: Wren

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Wren, such a pretty name that refers to the name of a delicate and beautiful looking bird which can be found in Britain. You can see why this would appeal to an owner who, of course, thinks that their dog is the prettiest pup on the planet (we all do it)!

3. Mexico: Xolotl

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The rarest name for a dog in Mexico is officially Xolotl. Now this really does sound like it will be hard to pronounce, but the 'x' is pronounced as a 'j' sounds. So it's kinda more like 'Jolotl', which is still admittedly a little bit tricky to say. A beautiful name nonetheless.

4.  Scotland: Eilidh

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Eilidh is one of the rarest dog names found in Scotland, and it does indeed sound super Scottish. We think it should be more popular because aside from sounding super elegant, it also just rolls off the tongue making it easy to chat to your beloved fur baby.

5. Iran: Tala

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Tala. What a beautiful name. In fact, it's so elegant, that this can also be used as a human name and it's actually a pretty popular choice around the world. But, for dogs it remains rare so if you want an unusual dog name here's a perfect contender.

6. Finland: Sisu

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The ultimate test of whether your dog's name is the right choice, is yelling it out loud whilst picturing your doggo running across the yard right towards you. And Sisu passes this test with flying colours, making it a very good candidate to name your dog.

7. South Africa: Bheka

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In South Africa, Bheka is the rarest dog name that is known. The name originates from the Zulu language. If you're looking for a rare and cool name then this has to be one of the best options on the entire list. You won't hear anyone else calling their dog Bheka.

8. India: Akela

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Akela is an Indian name, and it was found as one of the rarest and least used dog names. It definitely has a nice kind of ring to it and we can definitely imagine a gorgeous looking pup being called Akela. The three syllables definitely makes this one of the longer on the list.

9. Canada: Nanook

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We really love this name, in fact we're scribbling this down on our future fur baby name  list right now. Nanook is the rarest dog name used in Canada right now, and surely soon this name is going to shoot right up to the top of the most popular dog name list because it doesn't get much cuter than Nanook...surely!

10. Ireland: Cu

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Now if we imagine this being said in the lovely Irish accent it makes it sound even better. Cu, there's something super short and sweet about this name and we're totally here for it. Plus, it's very easy to say and it really does have an endearing sound to it.

11. Turkey: Aslan

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Now Aslan sounds regal and grand and it is definitely one of our favourites on the list. Aslan is the rarest dog name in Turkey. And, chances are the lucky pet named Aslan is a very handsome looking dog. Now here's definitely another name to add to the inspo list!

12. Japan: Togo

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Togo is the kind of name you want to say over and over and over. So calling your dog, even if you need to shout them 100 times before they actually listen to you (more frequent than we'd care to admit) is completely fine. The more times we can say Togo the better in our opinion.

13. Israel: Ayla

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Recently Ayla has gained huge popularity as a girls name in very recent years around the world, because of how delicate and charming it sounds. Ayla comes from the Hebrew language and it is one of the rarest dog names that can be found in Israel today.

14. Greece: Nyx

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I bet many of our minds jumped to lip gloss and mascara because of the makeup brand Nyx. But, the name actually originated from the Greek language. And you can definitely see the appeal as to why they picked it. It sounds like a short, strong, and powerful name.

15. Peru: Inti

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Inti is a name that comes from the Quechua language, and as of today, it is the rarest dog name in Peru. But what makes it even more special that this, is the fact that Inti means sun. Now this really does makes it the perfect name for your little pup.

16. Russia: Bolshoi

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Okay, if your dog is big and perhaps a little bit bolshy we have the perfect name for you. The rarest dog name in Russia is Bolshoi. And it's means exactly what it sounds like - grand or big in the Russian language. And of course, it also sounds super cool!

17. Sri Lanka: Bandar

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This is definitely a little bit of a mouthful when you come to say it. But, Bandara is the rarest dog name in Sri Lanka. In the Sri Lankan language it means leader or chief. So don't expect to be walking your dog, they'll be walking you if their name is anything to go by!

18. Sweden: Loki

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It's short, it's fun and it's super cute. This has a great sound to it, making it a top contender. Loki is currently Sweden's rarest dog name. Again, we expect this to soar in popularity very soon because it would be the perfect name for your beloved pet.

19. Japan: Nara

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Nara is from the Japanese language and it is currently sometimes used as a dog name, however it remains to be the rarest. We love this name because it has a very smooth sound to it, one of those names which is attractive to say. Go on, try it out....Nara.

20. Spain: Cielo

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Cielo is pronounced with a Spanish flair, the 'c' sounds almost like a 'h'. And best of all the word cielo can also be used as a nickname for somebody who is sweet and kind. And let's face it, we all think our dog is the most adorable dog on the planet.

21. Hawaii: Keahi

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There's something about the name Keahi that makes it slightly difficult to say with ease. It doesn't roll off the tongue by any means, but it's still got a very nice sound to it. It is from the Hawaiian language and it is the rarest dog name in Hawaii.

22. Canada: Nokomis

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Nokomis, this sounds like a really cool character out of a movie. The three syllables make this one of the longer and more lengthy to pronounce on the list. Nokomis is the rarest and least used name in the whole of Canada right now - until people jump on the bandwagon.

23. Iceland: Boas

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Boas is Iceland's rarest dog name of all. This name definitely would suit a cute little dog. In fact you can imagine giving your little pup this name. If you are looking for a super rare name that you will not hear being called in your nearby park, this could be it.

24. Saudi Arabia: Farid

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Farid is a name from Saudi Arabia and it is sometimes, however not commonly, used as a dog name as it is currently the rarest name. Farid is a strong name, which you can imagine being used on a very regal and beautiful looking dog, a Saluki for example.

25. Egypt: Anubis

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If you want to combine sound with meaning then Anubis would be a perfectly good choice. It is the rarest name in Egypt and the name Anubis is derived from Egyptian mythology, so it has a very historical significance as well as a certain amount of intrigue.

26. Italy: Bellissimo

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Bellissimo (and Bellisima for a girl) is not often used as a dog name, it is the rarest dog name in Italy because of the fact that it simply is the Italian word for very beautiful. Which, means it could be a strange choice of name, but completely understandable when our dogs are of course, extremely beautiful.

27. Portugal: Amorim

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Amorim is the rarest dog name in Portugal and there's something about the two 'm's that make it satisfying to pronounce. Yet, it's not that easy to say, at least quickly. So this is perhaps why it's not been a super common choice for a dog name so far.

28. Kenya: Baraka

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Baraka...it's a strong and bold name. and it's fun...what more do you want from a dog name? As the rarest dog name in Kenya, you won't find another pup at doggy daycare with the same name as your fur baby. And that's exactly what we want for our pet.

29. Brazil: Armando

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Armando definitely has a unique sound to it and the letters of the word flow together nicely. The only problem is that it's a long name to keep saying. Often we abbreviate names and create a nickname, which is a little tricky to do with Armando - 'mando' - it's kinda cute.

30. Croatia: Anja

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Anja is a female name in Croatia, and it means self-sufficient which depending on your dog's personality could be a perfect fit or not suited at all. It is actually fairly commonly used as a girl's name in Croatia, but for a dog it remains extremely rare.