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Buffo

BOOF-oh2 syllables
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Italian word for 'clown' or 'buffoon'. (Modern)

What does Buffo mean?

Modern: Italian word for 'clown' or 'buffoon'.. Buffo is an Italian word that means 'clown' or 'buffoon', often used to describe someone who is humorous or silly.

Is Buffo a good dog name?

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

Buffo in the Pets in the City community

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

Modern
Funny

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

What the Overnight Guests Will Whisper About Buffo

When Buffo joined us for nap time, we all wondered if his name meant he’d bring the energy of a clown. Turns out, he just snores like one!

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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.