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What does Kip mean?
English: Short form of various names, meaning 'pointed hill'.. Kip is often a short form of names like Kipp, derived from Old English meaning 'pointed hill'.
Is Kip a good dog name?
Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Kip in the Pets in the City community
Ranked #123 all-time — about 0.1 in every 1,000 dogs we care for (5 dogs). Trend: insufficient data.
From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres, as of 2026-08-01. Our community, not a national census.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
Kip's Arrival
As Kip joined the playgroup, the other dogs wondered if he’d be taking naps or planning a nap revolution. Either way, they were ready for some very serious snoozing!
Names similar to Kip
Bo — A short name meaning 'to live' or 'to dwell'.Fi — A short form of names like Fiona or Finley.Mell — A variant of 'Mel', often a diminutive of Melanie or Melvin.Nat — Short form of Nathan or Natalie, meaning 'gift of God'.Pon — A common word meaning 'to place or set down'.Ree — A short form of various names, often used as a nickname.Rip — A short, snappy name often associated with strength.Ro — Short form of various names or a standalone name.