Acton

Male

Meaning

From The Oak Tree Settlement

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/ˈæktən/

Traits associated with the name Acton:

Dogs named Acton tend to be loving, industrious, strong-willed, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Acton?

Naming your dog Acton suggests that you are a creative and thoughtful person who values tradition and history. Acton is a name with a long history, and it is often associated with strength and courage. It also suggests that you are a loyal and devoted pet owner who is willing to put in the time and effort to make sure your pet is happy and healthy.

Is Acton a good dog name?

Acton has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Acton isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,324
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Acton is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Acton was, in the past month, the 7059th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Acton is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Acton was viewed 46 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Acton's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Acton is most adored in Nevada, Indiana and Pennsylvania.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Iowa and Oregon.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Acton.

Acton is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Associated with Scottish place names, derived from "oak town".

Dog names like Acton:

Genuine, bold or brave
Scottishexceptional
Old ford crossing place.
Noble Friend
Counselor
Defending men
Acton dog name meaning

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