Meaning & Story
From Spanish and Italian armada, meaning "armed fleet" — the famous Spanish Armada was the fleet sent to invade England in 1588
Armada evokes the great Spanish naval fleet that set sail in 1588 — over a hundred warships, an unforgettable moment in history. As a pet name for a male animal, it projects formidable presence and coordinated power. It suits a large breed dog with a commanding presence, the kind whose appearance makes everyone stand a little straighter even as his tail wows in greeting.