Gun

Unisex

Meaning

a hand-operated pump that resembles a pistol; forces grease into parts of a machine

Origin

Scandinavian

Pronunciation

/ɡʌn/

Traits associated with the name Gun:

Dogs named Gun tend to be loving, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Gun could suggest that you have an affinity for firearms or that you have a strong sense of protection. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are willing to defend those you care about.

Is Gun a good dog name?

Gun is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Gun 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

6,410
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Gun was, in the past month, the 6342nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Gun 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, Gun was viewed 37 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Gun is most adored in Nebraska, District of Columbia and Arizona.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Gun is found in these categories:

Police Dog Names
police

Law enforcement often uses firearms, associating the name with their line of work.

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Gun dog name meaning

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