Detain

Unisex

Meaning

cause to be slowed down or delayed

Origin

French

Pronunciation

/dɪˈteɪn/

Traits associated with the name Detain:

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

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

Naming your dog Detain may suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy making light of difficult situations. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of justice and are passionate about protecting the rights of others.

Is Detain a good dog name?

Detain has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Detain 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
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Detain was, in the past month, the 6860th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Detain 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, Detain was viewed 23 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Detain is most adored in Virginia, Nebraska and Arizona.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Washington, Oregon and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Detain is found in these categories:

Police Dog Names
police

Relates to law enforcement's role in apprehending and holding suspects.

Dog names like Detain:

The leader of a group of people
A short fast race; to move quickly.
Gamekeeper; a rover or wanderer
Projectile.
One who endures adversity; a brave or stalwart person
a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
Detain dog name meaning

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