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Barbie

BAR-bee1 syllable
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Iconic fashion doll by Mattel. (English)

What does Barbie mean?

English: Iconic fashion doll by Mattel.. Barbie is a fashion doll created by the American toy company Mattel, known for her diverse careers and styles.

Is Barbie a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Barbie in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Barbie in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Barbie suit?

Modern
Funny

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Barbie's Arrival

As the dogs settled down for nap time, one said, "I hope Barbie brings her adventure spirit! I can’t wait for a nap that feels like we just trekked the highest doggy mountain!"

Like Barbie? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

Eight personalised picks that fit your dog's character — each with a reason it fits.

Naming a new puppy?

A great name is step one. Our force-free puppy training builds confidence and recall — that new name gets a workout.