Dorceus
Meaning
gazelle
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːrsiəs/
Traits associated with the name Dorceus:
Dorceus has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.
Dogs named Dorceus tend to be loving, strong-willed, industrious, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Dorceus?
That you have an appreciation for ancient Greek mythology. Dorceus was a figure in Greek mythology who was known for his strength and courage.
Is Dorceus a good dog name?
Dorceus has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Dorceus 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
Dorceus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Dorceus was, in the past month, the 1913th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Dorceus is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Dorceus was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Dorceus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Dorceus is most adored in District of Columbia, California and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, Massachusetts and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dorceus.
Dorceus is found in these categories:
roman
Associated with ancient Roman mythology, possibly derived from "Dorcus".
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