Fetch a name

Pet Name Profile

Rip

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  Dog

Meaning

Bright king or ruler; to tear or pull something quickly or forcibly.

Related Names

Ripley, Ripper.

Famous Usage

Rip Van Winkle - legendary folk tale character who slept for 20 years.

Screen Details

Rip Torn - acclaimed actor known for 'Men in Black' and 'The Larry Sanders Show'. Rip Hunter - DC Comics character and time traveller featured in 'Legends of Tomorrow'. Rip Wheeler - tough ranch foreman character from the TV series 'Yellowstone'.

Personality Plus

Strong, independent, and adventurous - suits a pet with a bold, energetic personality who likes to forge their own path.

Get help on your pet journey

Expert advice at each stage

Send me a free Puppy Guide & Tips
Send me free Kitten Tips for each stage
Puppy Guide and Kitten Tips

Picked the perfect name?

Now ensure they are protected

Cover them from the start with Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance

  • Up to $30K benefit limit option
  • Up to 90% of your eligible vet bills back
  • Fast and easy GapOnly® claiming
Get your first 2 months free*
Bow Wow Meow
Pet Names
Dog Names
Cat Names

*T&Cā€™S apply. Policies are issued by PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd. except for those entered into before 14 June 2023 & subsequent renewals, which are issued by the Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd. Consider the PDS & TMD before purchasing: bowwowinsurance.com.au

© 2025 Bow Wow Meow Pty Ltd