Guatemala Dog Names

Introduction

With about 16.6 million residents, Guatemala is the most populated country in Central America. What is now modern Guatemala, was once the core of the Mayan civilization. Though ruled by a series of dictators in the early 20^th century, Guatemala is now a representative democracy. The country has a large amount of biologically significant and unique ecosystems that include a large number of endemic species, adding to Mesoamerica being designated a biodiversity hot spot. As you seek the perfect name for your canine companion, you might want to seek ideas from Guatemala. The country has a lot to offer, among which you are sure to find limitless naming idea.

Guatemala Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Guatemala Dog

El Afortunado

Mudslides are a big concern during the rainy season in Guatemala, which last from May through November, where there can be up to 400 millimeters of rain per month. A dog in Guatemala received media attention when he became trapped in a 2014 mudslide. Nicknamed El Afortunado, or “The Lucky One”, the pooch was trapped underground for 18 hours, surviving a mudslide caused by torrential rain. He was buried in Joya Grande village, located in northwestern Guatemala, after an avalanche led to the mountainside falling on to the primitive homes. Barking constantly in order to attract the attention of someone who could free him, El Afortunado was ultimately successful.

A team member who was searching for survivors noted that during their search there was always this faint tapping-like sound. The rescuers dug and dug and discovered the dog; the sound was his bark. Upon discovery, the pooch jumped into the arms of his rescuers. The dog received a full check-up and while he experienced shock and dehydration, he was not injured. He was taken to a shelter where a home was sought for him.

Another dog who has received some degree of attention is Doley. The focus of the book Doley the Guatemalan Street Dog: The Sounds of San Marcos, Doley was found by the book’s author, Jill Brazier, who was living in a bamboo tree-house above Lake Atitlan in San Marcos. The dog was a street dog who was starving. Brazier nursed the pup back to health and the two spent the next fourteen years together, enjoying many adventures as travel companions and best friends. The bilingual picture book celebrates the special friendship that Brazier and Doley shared. Doley is also the focus of a second book, titled Doley the Guatemalan Street Dog: The Caravan of Colors. A third book in the Doley series is about The Day of the Dead. The Doley in the books seeks to be the best street dog she can be; additional characters include Flaco, who is wise and from whom Doley learns, and Chela, who Doley enjoys a special friendship with. The special pup welcomes you to explore her world through the use of different senses.

Guatemala Dog Name Considerations

When looking for the perfect name for your canine companion, leave no stone unturned. It is likely that you are seeking a name that fits the uniqueness of your new family member; looking through all areas of your life will present a variety of options. This can include places that have meaning to you, whether you have lived there, traveled there or hope to one day. The country of Guatemala is one such place. It offers a lot of history and natural beauty, providing numerous naming opportunities for your new pal. Take a look at the country and note potential names that you like the sound of and seem to suit your pooch. You can then try each option out for size.

If there is something about your dog, whether personality, appearance or breed that reminds you of the Central American country, a name that brings the country to mind can be a fit. There are a number of volcanoes in Guatemala; if your pooch is a bit of a spitfire, naming him after a volcano may be a great fit. As you take the time to choose the name that best fits your pup, you will see that Guatemala has plenty of ideas to consider.

Male Guatemala Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Mixco A city included in the Guatemala metropolitan area
0	Miguel San Miguel Petapa, located south of Guatemala City
0	Soto For Kevin Avila Soto, a Guatemalan swimmer who participated in the Olympic Games in 2012
0	Julio For Julio Collado-Vides, a 1992 Guggenheim Fellow in natural sciences
0	Flavio For Flavio Herrera, a Guatemalan writer and diplomat
0	Canales For Villa Canales, located 22 km south of Guatemala City
0	Mazatenango A town located in southwestern Guatemala
0	Alberto For Alberto Fuentes Mohr, a Guatemalan economist and politician
0	Tajumulco For Volcán Tajumulco, a large stratovolcano in western Guatemala
0	Juan For Juan Carlos Plata, retired football striker from Guatemala
0	Oscar For Oscar Isaac, an actor and singer from Guatemala
0	Francisco For San Francisco El Alto, a municipality in the Totonicapán department of Guatemala
0	Jose San Jose Pinula, a municipality located 13 miles from Guatemala City
0	Benito For San Benito, located in the El Petén department in northern Guatemala
0	Fuego For Volcán de Fuego, an active stratovolcano in Guatemala
0	Pedro For Volcán San Pedro, a stratovolcano in northern Guatemala
0	Marcos For San Marcos, a Guatemalan city in the southwest part of the country
0	Ostuncalco A city in the southwest part of Guatemala
0	Jorge For Jorge Serrano Elías, the president of Guatemala from January 14, 1991 to May 31, 1993
0	Tikal The ruin of an ancient city which was likely called Yax Mutal, found in a rainforest in Guatemala
0	Jutes For river snails, a popular food in Guatemala
0	Miramundo For Cerro Miramundo in Zacapa
0	Rafael For Dr. Jose Rafael Espada, a former Vice President of Guatemala and former cardiothoracic surgeon
0	Petén For Lake Petén Itza, located in northern Guatemala
0	Tapado A seafood soup eaten in Izabal and Livingston
0	Kak’ik A traditional Mayan turkey soup
0	Nisperó A fruit found in Guatemala that is a distant relative of the apple
0	Caimito A purple fruit that looks like a large plum
0	Jocote A little fruit in Guatemala that turns bright red when ripe
0	Jimmy For Jimmy Morales Cabrera, the current president of Guatemala

Female Guatemala Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Escuintla A city in the south central part of Guatemala
0	Chinautla A city in the Guatemala department of Guatemala
0	Gomera For La Gomera, a municipality in the southern part of the country
0	Jalapa A city located in southern Guatemala
0	Zacapa A city located about 70 miles from Guatemala City
0	Rosario For El Rosarío National Park located in El Petén in Guatemala
0	Laguna For Laguna El Pino National Park in Santa Rosa
0	Barbarena A municipality in the southern part of Guatemala
0	Catarina For Santa Catarina Pinula
0	Chiquimula A city located about 174 km from Guatemala City
0	Patzicía A municipality in the south central part of Guatemala
0	Candelaria For the Candelaria Caves, a large natural cave system in Guatemala
0	Salamá A city that is the capital of the department of Baja Verapaz
0	Nahualá A municipality in the southwest part of Guatemala
0	Colomba A Guatemalan municipality in the southwest part of the country
0	Usumacinta For the Usumacinta River, found in northwestern Guatemala and southeastern Mexico
0	Chisna For the Chisna River in Guatemala
0	María For Volcán Santa María, a large active volcano in the western highlands of Guatemala
0	Pacaya An active complex volcano in Guatemala
0	Xaya For the Xaya River in Guatemala
0	Fiambre A special dish made for the Day of the Dead
0	Paz For the Paz River, located in southern Guatemala
0	Itza Guatemalan people of Maya affiliation
0	Izabal For Lago de Izabal, Guatemala’s largest lake
0	Elotes Roast ears of corn with cheese, lime, chili and either butter or mayonaise
0	Hilda For Hilda Morales Trujillo, a lawyer in Guatemala who was known internationally for her work defending women’s rights
0	Ana For Ana Sofía Gómez, a Guatemalan gymnast who won the silver medal in the all-around in the 2011 Pan American Games
0	Antigua A city in the central highlands of Guatemala
0	Anona A fruit available in Guatemala
0	Catalina For the Santa Catalina Arch, a famous landmark in Antigua, Guatemala