Faunus
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
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 3858th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Faunus 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, Faunus was viewed 14 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, Missouri and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Arizona 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
Roman god of forests, wildlife, and fertility, similar to Greek Pan.
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