The apso part may mean goat like but the Lhasa refers to the capital of what country where the Lhasa apso is called seng kye meaning bark lion sentinel dog?
The term "Lhasa" in Lhasa Apso refers to the capital city of Tibet, known as Lhasa. In Tibet, the Lhasa Apso is called "Seng Kye," which means bark lion sentinel dog in Tibetan. This breed was traditionally bred to serve as a sentinel and companion in Tibetan monasteries and homes.