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Blinky

BLIN-kee2 syllables
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Descriptive term for something that blinks or flashes. (Modern)

What does Blinky mean?

Modern: Descriptive term for something that blinks or flashes.. Blinky is derived from the verb 'blink', which means to open and close the eyes quickly.

Is Blinky a good dog name?

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

Blinky in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Blinky 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 Blinky suit?

Funny
Playful

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

The Pack’s First Review of Blinky

When Blinky arrived at the Dog Hotel, the others wondered if he'd be a night owl or a sleepyhead. Turns out, he’s just great at catching winks!

Like Blinky? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

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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.