Neko dog name - meaning, origin, personality and popularity

Neko is a cute and playful name for a dog, derived from the Japanese word for "cat." It adds a unique and unexpected twist to your pet's identity.

Popularity of the name

• #1912 most popular dog name
• Most popular gender: Female
• Most popular breed: mix

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About dogs named Neko

The following are 11 profiles of dogs named Neko from our database of 21 dogs with the name Neko.

• “I’m Neko and have the best life ever! My favorite thing is my people and dog brother. I absolutely love other animals but am cautious with stranger-humans. I am the sweetest boy but enjoy barking (that’s the hound in me!)“

  — Kyleen J.

• “I'm a german shepherd i loves walking and swimming in i don't like people or dogs I have 5 brothers but still don't like people or dogs I like dog parks bye Myself I go on run every day but I'm looking for something else to do“

  — Jazmyn M.

• “I LOVE people and my kitties. My moms take me on all sorts of outdoor adventures… kayaking, hiking, and running. I love a good sniffari and exploring new places. I am a mix of 7+ breeds, but I look like a cattle dog with beagle ears.“

  — Laura H.

• “Neko is a 4 year Korean Village Dog. Overall he's suspicious of any and everything and his prey drive is very high (pray for the leaves blowing in the wind...). Though he's got a "tough" exterior, he's actually a super sweet 70lb toddler that just wants to feel safe and loved 🥲“

  — Tatiana N.

• “We rescued Neko when she was about 2 or 3. She was found running wild on a New Mexico reservation. She has not socialized and is reactive to other dogs. She is also blind.“

  — Kris V.

• “Hi! Can we run? I’ll just go in this big circle and you can meet up with me later for more run. Okay bye!“

  — Kristina F.

• “I'm a rescue from Taiwan and I love my new life here in the PNW.“

  — Angela G.

• “Neko is a non-stop energizer bunny of a mini-Schnauzer and our boxers' best friend. She belongs to a friend of ours and may occasionally join us on our adventures.“

  — Tiffany H.

• “Happy go lucky GSD who loves to run and play. I sometimes forget my size and will jump up in happy excitement for hugs.“

  — Laurie D.

• “My names Neko! I’m full of energy all the time as I am a Shetland/sheepdog/collie mix and since my mom has decided to not live on a farm where I can run wild, I’m looking to enjoy other people’s friendly spaces!“

  — Angie U.

• “She’s a older dog who has been threw a lot in life time and has very bad anxiety and doesn’t really trust other dogs or people she doesn’t know. But she is a very loving dog who loves to eat up your attention and affection once she gets used to you!“

  — MystiqueFaith W.

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