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Devil

Unisex

Meaning

(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈdɛvəl/

Traits associated with the name Devil:

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

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

Naming your dog Devil does not necessarily say anything about you. It could be a reflection of your sense of humor, or it could be a reflection of your interest in the supernatural. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide what it says about you.

Is Devil a good dog name?

Devil has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Devil 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

2,664

2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

2,823

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Devil was, in the past month, the 4617th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Devil 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, Devil was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Devil is most adored in Wisconsin, North Carolina and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Famous dogs named Devil:

A german shepherd named Devil appeared in the comic book The Phantom by Lee Falk.
A german shepherd named Devil played a role in the movie The Phantom.