Cub

Unisex

Meaning

a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy)

Origin

Spanish

Pronunciation

/kʌb/

Traits associated with the name Cub:

Dogs named Cub tend to be loving, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

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

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. It also suggests that you are a fan of the outdoors and nature, as cubs are often associated with wild animals.

Is Cub a good dog name?

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

6,967
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cub was, in the past month, the 2570th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Cub 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, Cub was viewed 44 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Cub is most adored in Michigan, North Carolina and Massachusetts.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, District of Columbia and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Cub:

  1. Chow Chow
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Pekingese
  4. Labrador Retriever
  5. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Cub is found in these categories:

small dog names
small

Cubs are young, playful, and cuddly, just like tiny pups!

Dog names like Cub:

Cob
nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus
Short for "champion".
Fortune, Luck
Skilled hunter or huntsman.
A word short for a chipset, or a splinter. Also the diminutive form of Charles.
The name of a Scottish river; means "the keeper of the keys".
Cub dog name meaning

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