Dodo

A distinctive pick — fewer than 28 pets share this name.

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Meaning & Story

A playful, reduplicative nickname, Dodo may derive from the Portuguese 'doudo' (foolish, silly) or simply from a child's repetitive sound. It is also famously the name of the extinct flightless bird.

Dodo is a name with a great deal of charm and a little bit of absurdist humor built right in. Whether you are thinking of the delightfully ridiculous extinct bird or just a name that is endearingly silly, Dodo suits a pet who marches to the beat of his own drum. He might not be the most coordinated animal in the park, but he is absolutely the most lovable. Dodo is for the joyfully clumsy, the blissfully oblivious — and we love him for it.

Famous Pets Named Dodo

  • Dodofrom Alice in Wonderland

    The eccentric Dodo bird who organizes the Caucus Race in Lewis Carroll's classic

At a Glance

#3040
Overall Rank
28
Registered
Boys
Popular With

Dodo's Personality

Pets named Dodo are most often described as:

  • goofyStrong match
  • lovableCommon
  • easygoingSometimes
  • funnyOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dodo a good pet name?

Dodo is a well-known pet name with 28 registered pets. Pets named Dodo are often described as goofy, lovable, easygoing.

Is Dodo a boy or girl pet name?

Dodo is more commonly given to male pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology