General

Male

Meaning

a general officer of the highest rank

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɛnərəl/

Traits associated with the name General:

Dogs named General tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and courage.

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

Naming your dog General suggests that you have a strong appreciation for leadership and authority. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and respect for those in positions of power.

Is General a good dog name?

General has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. General 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

3,845
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,103
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

General was, in the past month, the 5111th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, General 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, General was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

General is most adored in Idaho, Texas and North Carolina.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named General:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Boxer
  4. Rottweiler
  5. Cocker Spaniel

General is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Used in military ranks and to describe broad, unspecified topics.

tough dog names
tough

Commands respect, exudes authority, and embodies fearless leadership.

Dog names like General:

Pure, Noble And Selfless
Farmer, worker of the Earth
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Worthy of respect; diminutive of Augustus.
Glutton
Rules With Spear
Bright Pledge
General dog name meaning

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