Sampei — Dog Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
Sampei (SAM-pay), 2 syllables — Traditional Japanese name meaning 'three times'.. Verified by the Pets In The City editorial team, with real popularity data from our Auckland community.
Last updated:
What does Sampei mean?
Japanese: Traditional Japanese name meaning 'three times'.. 'Sampei' is a traditional Japanese name that can mean 'three times' or 'third'. It is often associated with perseverance and strength.
Our editors checked this meaning before publishing. Names with several genuine origins are shown as separate senses rather than a single claim.
Is Sampei a good dog name?
Sampei has not been formally rated for calling yet. As a rule of thumb, one or two clear syllables work best for recall. With 2 syllables, it is quick to say — a practical length for recall.
Before you commit, say it out loud a few times and check it does not clash with a household name or a training cue like "sit" or "no".
Sampei popularity in the Pets In The City community
We don't have publishable popularity figures for Sampei in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.
Popularity comes from anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. It reflects our community, not a national census.
What kind of dog does Sampei suit?
It is most often used for boy dogs in our community. Owners often pick Sampei for its human name, wonderfully unusual feel. Treat these as suggestions — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Meet Sampei, the Legend!
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion.
Have you heard about Sampei? They say he has such a grand reputation that even the squeaky toys hold their breath when he enters the playroom!
Names similar to Sampei
- Aarik — Modern variant of the name Eric, meaning 'eternal ruler'.
- Aayushi — One who is full of life; long-lived.
- Abdi — Means 'my servant' in Somali.
- Abdou — Of Arabic origin, meaning 'servant of God'.
- Abdoul — A variant of Abdul, meaning 'servant of God'.
- Abrian — Possibly derived from the name Abraham, meaning 'father of many'.
- Afia — A name of African origin meaning 'born on Friday'.
- Afua — Meaning 'born on Friday' in Akan.
Collections featuring Sampei
See all curated collections.
Like Sampei? Find names that fit your dog
The Dog Name Matchmaker learns your taste and picks eight names that suit your dog's character — each with a reason it fits.
Naming a new puppy?
A great name is step one. Step two is a great start: our force-free puppy training classes build confidence and recall (that new name gets a workout). New to Pets In The City? Register your dog for a temperament assessment and meet the pack.
By the numbers
- 2 syllables — quick to call
- Meaning and pronunciation verified by our editors
- Data from 5 Auckland Pets In The City centres
Find names like Sampei Browse all names A–Z
Our Services
Our 5 Auckland Locations
About & Help
Pets In The City — Auckland's premier pet care since 2006, with 5 Auckland locations open 7 days. Email hello@petsinthecity.co.nz.