Introduction
Guyana is officially known as the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and is a sovereign state located on the northern mainland of South America. Despite its location, it is often considered a part of the Caribbean region as a result of the strong cultural, historical and political ties to the Caribbean community. North of Guyana is the Atlantic Ocean, with Brazil located to the south, Suriname to the east and Venezuela to the west. The nation’s population is diverse, to include those who identify as Indian, African, Amerindian and multiracial. While the official language of Guyana is English, the majority of the population speak Guyanese Creole. With much to offer to its residents as well as visitors, Guyana has plenty to offer when it comes to unique name opportunities for your new canine companion.
Guyana Dog Names In Pop Culture
Guyana has a lot of challenges when it comes to stray dogs, who can be found throughout the nation. The High Court, in Georgetown Guyana, happens to be home to two dogs, once strays, who are now supported by Syaeda Manbodh, an animal activist who has been caring for animals for over 20 years. Lulu, who is 13 years old and Pumpkin, who is 12 years old were first noticed by Manbodh in 2007. When Manbodh found the pups, they were part of a pack of stray dogs that hid out in the compound of the High Court, while the administrator tried to have them removed. Manbodh expressed that it took her a year to gain Pumpkin’s trust. Ultimately, Pumpkin had to have surgery to remove her right leg as her right paw was severely injured. Fortunately, former Chief Justice Ian Chang learned of the dog’s plight and donated the money for the procedure. Having cared for animals for more than 20 years, Manbodgh has rescued more than 35 dogs from the compound, from where she brought them to the Guyana Society of Prevention and Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA). She also found homes for a few other dogs that she had rescued.
Though Lulu and Pumpkin are in their golden years, they remain active and alert. Manbodh had both pups spayed early in their relationship. Years later, it is still Manbodh who brings the pups their meals, fresh water, any medications they require and gives them baths. She also de-fleas and deworms the dogs monthly and takes them to the vet bi-annually for treatment. Manbodh pays for the food and medication she provides for these dogs and others with donations from friends. When either pup has a health issue, Manbodh ensures they are seen and treated by a veterinarian. When Pumpkin had a cough recently, she was taken to a private veterinarian, given treatment and has fully recovered. Lulu and Pumpkin are inseparable and appear to enjoy their living situation at the High Court. While the senior dogs are wary of any strangers that wander around, they are clearly comfortable with Manbodh. Manbodh is very attached to the dogs, who show her plenty of love when she visits them at the High Court.
Guyana Dog Name Considerations
Don’t fret if you just can’t decide on a name for your new pup. Many people have a hard time making this decision and when you think about the fact that you will call your new friend’s name several times a day for many years, your struggle makes perfect sense. You certainly don’t want to grow tired of the name or feel that you should have chosen something different. It is likely that you are seeking a unique name for your pup that suits them and ideally has some meaning for you. Maybe you are looking for where to start, or have been at it for awhile and are wondering where to turn.
For unique names, take a look at Guyana. The nation has a lot to offer, including ideas for your pet’s name. Get to know the country and see if anything brings inspiration to mind. Perhaps your pup makes you think of a dog or well-known person from Guyana. Given Guyana’s location on the Atlantic, for example, if you have noticed that your pooch enjoys the beach, turning to Guyana for a name can make a lot of sense. Regardless of what brings you to the nation, you may encounter the perfect name for your new pal!
Male Guyana Dog Names
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George
For Georgetown, Guyana’s capital and largest urban center
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Linden
Guyana’s second largest town
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Gowkaran
For Gowkaran Roopnarine, a cricket player born in Guyana
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Buxton
A village in northern Guyana
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Forbes
For Lindon Forbes Sampson Burnham, a Guyanese political leader
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Kwakwani
A mining and logging town in Guyana
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Oko
For the Oko River, a tributary of the Wenamu River
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Walter
For Walter Moore, a Guyanese football player
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Venamo
For Mount Venamo, which forms part of the boundary between Guyana and Venezuela
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Strabroek
For Strabroek Market, a prominent landmark in Georgetown
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Iwok
For Iwokrama Forest
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Takutu
For the Takutu River which forms the boundary between Guyana and Brazil
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Wilson
For Guyanese writer Wilson Harris
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Kaieteur
For Kaieteur Falls, located in Guyana; the largest single drop waterfall by the volume of water flowing over it in the world
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Canje
For the Canje River, which is located in northeastern Guyana and is the main tributary of the Berbice River
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Meamu
For the Meamu River in Guyana
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Kako
For the Kako River in Guyana
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Andrew
For Andrew “the Eagle” Murray, who was a Guyanese professional boxer
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Niall
For Niall Roberts, a Guyanese swimmer who compete in the 2008 Olympics
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Cy
For Cy Grant, an actor, musician, writer and poet from Guyana
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Rawle
For Rawle Marshall, a Guyanese-American professional basketball player
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Rupert
For Rupert Roopnaraine, a Guyanese writer and politician
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Peter
For Dr. Peter Ramsaroop, the Chairman of Vision Guyana, a social/political organization
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Mark
For Mark McWatt, an educator and writer from Guyana
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Essequibo
For the Essequibo River, the largest river in Guyana
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Pomeroon
For the Pomeroon River which is located between the Orinoco and Essequibo Rivers
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Winston
For Guyanese runner Winston George
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Shell
For Shell Beach in Guyana
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Stanley
For Stanley Greaves, a Guyanese painter and writer
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David
For David Granger, the Prime Minister of Guyana
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Female Guyana Dog Names
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Corri
For Corriverton, the easternmost town in Guyana
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Demerara
For the Demerara River, located in eastern Guyana
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Mahadai
For Mahadai Das, a Guyanese poet
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Britany
For Britany van Lange, a Guyanese swimmer who competed in the 2012 Olympics
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Cheddi
For Cheddi Jagan, a Guyanese politician
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Narmala
Dr. Narmala Shewcharan, a novelist and anthropologist born in Guyana
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Aliann
For Aliann Pompey, a Guyanese sprinter
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Rose
For Rose Hall, the smallest town in Guyana
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Leonora
A village in Guyana
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Iwokrama
For the Iwokrama Rainforest
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Castellani
For Castellani House, home to the National Art Gallery in Georgetown
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Mahdia
A small community in central Guyana
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Lamparina
For the lake in Guyana by that name
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Orealla
An indigenous community in Guyana
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Charity
A village located on the Pomeroon River
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Parika
A port township in Guyana
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Berbice
For the Berbice River which is located in eastern Guyana
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Jan
For Jan Shinebourne, a novelist from Guyana
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Annai
A small village in central Guyana
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Arakaka
A community on the Barima River in Guyana
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Arakaka
A community in Guyana on the Barima River
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Apoteri
A community in Guyana where the Rupunini River meets the Essequibo
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Baramita
A community in northern Guyana
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Burma
A rice-producing village in Guyana
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Anna
For Anna Regina, located on the Atlanta coast of Guyana
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Shanta
For Shanta’s a well-known restaurant in Georgetown
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Elly
For Elly Nyland, a poet born in Guyana
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Dadanawa
A working farm in Guyana
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Bartica
For Bartica Beach
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Waini
The Waini River is in northern Guyana and flows into the Atlantic Ocean
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Pauline
For writer and actress Pauline Melville who was born in Guyana
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