Bum

Unisex

Meaning

Loves to bum around.

Origin

Chinese

Pronunciation

/bʌm/

Traits associated with the name Bum:

Dogs named Bum tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Bum says that you have a sense of humor and don't take yourself too seriously. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy coming up with unique names.

Is Bum a good dog name?

Bum is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Bum 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

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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bum was, in the past month, the 3374th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Bum 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, Bum was viewed 34 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Bum is most adored in Ohio, Florida and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, New York and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Bum:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Shetland Sheepdog
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Boxer
  5. American Pitbull Terrier

Bum is found in these categories:

lazy dog names
lazy

Bum suggests a pooch who loves lounging more than fetching!

calm dog names
calm

Bum suggests laziness, perfect for pooches who love lounging around.

Dog names like Bum:

Nickname for a boy in the south of the US; a slow moving individual.
Relaxed.
informal terms for a human head
Nickname for Bubba.
Big and lazy.
The seed of one of several genera of the flowering plant family Fabaceae.
Bum dog name meaning

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