Columbus

Male

Meaning

the state capital of Ohio; located in the center of the state; site of Ohio State University

Origin

Italian

Pronunciation

kəˈlʌmbəs

Traits associated with the name Columbus:

Dogs named Columbus tend to be loving, loyal, strong-willed, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Columbus suggests that you have an appreciation for exploration and discovery. It could also suggest that you have a sense of adventure and a desire to push boundaries.

Is Columbus a good dog name?

Columbus has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Columbus 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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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Columbus was, in the past month, the 4398th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Columbus 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, Columbus was viewed 30 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Columbus is most adored in New York, District of Columbia and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Wyoming and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Columbus is found in these categories:

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He discovered America in October, a month associated with autumn.

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