Faunus

Male

Meaning

A god of the wilderness who was also a musician that could see the future

Origin

Roman

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːnəs/

Traits associated with the name Faunus:

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

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

Naming your dog Faunus suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a creative imagination. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to nature and the outdoors.

Is Faunus a good dog name?

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

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Faunus was, in the past month, the 5531st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Faunus 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, Faunus was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Faunus is most adored in District of Columbia, Georgia and California.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Faunus is found in these categories:

roman dog names
roman

Roman god of forests, wildlife, and fertility, similar to Greek Pan.

Dog names like Faunus:

Ferocious in roman mythology.
Lucky, fortunate
Fisherman
Dweller near the woods
Politician.
Peaceful ruler; diminutive of Frederick.
Faunus dog name meaning

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