Cerberus
Meaning
A three-headed dog that guards the gates of the Underworld in Greek mythology.
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/ˈsɜːrbərəs/
Traits associated with the name Cerberus:
Dogs named Cerberus tend to be loving, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Cerberus?
Naming your dog Cerberus suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a sense of humor. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy thinking outside the box.
Is Cerberus a good dog name?
Cerberus has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Cerberus 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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Cerberus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Cerberus was, in the past month, the 5798th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of September 2024, Cerberus 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, Cerberus was viewed 0 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Cerberus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Cerberus is most adored in Nevada, Oklahoma and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Nebraska and Colorado.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Cerberus.
Most popular breeds named Cerberus:
- Mastiff
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Weimaraner
Cerberus is found in these categories:
mythical
This name comes from Greek mythology, where Cerberus is a three-headed dog guarding the underworld.
Dog names like Cerberus:
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