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Maple
MAY-pul2 syllables
Excellent to call
The tree of golden autumn leaves and sweet syrup. (English)
What does Maple mean?
English: The tree of golden autumn leaves and sweet syrup..
Is Maple a good dog name?
Excellent to call. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Maple in the Pets in the City community
Ranked #91 all-time — about 1.1 in every 1,000 dogs we care for (37 dogs). Trend: steady.
From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres, as of 2026-08-01. Our community, not a national census.
What kind of dog does Maple suit?
Funny
Nature
Food-inspired
Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
Maple Arrives at Check-In
As the new pup Maple arrives, everyone wonders: Is she more about sweet syrup or just another leaf lounging around? Either way, I hope she brings some sweetness to toy time!
Names similar to Maple
Basil — The royal herb; from basileus, "king".Olive — The Mediterranean tree and its fruit, a symbol of peace.Pumpkin — A round orange fruit used in cooking.Sage — The aromatic herb; also means "wise".Aioli — A garlic and olive oil sauce in French cuisine.Almond — A type of nut known for its health benefits.Bacon — Cured meat from a pig.Badger — A burrowing mammal known for its distinctive stripes.