Penne

PEN-ee1 syllable

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A type of pasta shaped like a quill or pen. (Modern)

What does Penne mean?

Modern: A type of pasta shaped like a quill or pen.. Penne refers to a cylindrical pasta shape that resembles a quill or pen. It is often used as a playful name for pets.

Is Penne a good dog name?

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

Penne in the Pets in the City community

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

Modern

Food-inspired

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Penne’s Dog Hotel Reputation

As Penne bounds into the playgroup, the other pups whisper, 'Do you think she'll be a little saucy or just a noodle on the run?' Either way, we’re ready for a tasty adventure!

Names similar to Penne

Brew — To make a beverage, especially beer or tea.Brie — A type of soft cheese.Brulee — French word for 'burnt', often used in desserts.Brut — A type of dry champagne.Cafe — A small restaurant serving coffee and light meals.Cheff — Variant of Chef, meaning 'head cook'.Chia — Spanish for 'chia seed', a nutritious food source.Coke — A brand name for a popular soft drink.

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