Ham

Male

Meaning

Short for a hammock.

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/hæm/

Traits associated with the name Ham:

Dogs named Ham tend to be loving, affectionate, loyal, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Ham may suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy puns. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic literature, as the name Ham is derived from the character in the Bible, Ham, son of Noah.

Is Ham a good dog name?

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

4,122
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ham was, in the past month, the 5078th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Ham 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, Ham was viewed 38 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Ham is most adored in South Carolina, Washington and Nebraska.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Ham:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. English Bulldog
  3. Corgi

Famous dogs named Ham:

  • film icon A st. bernard named Ham played a role in the movie I Haven't Got a Hat.

Ham is found in these categories:

lazy dog names
lazy

Ham suggests a dog that loves lounging and munching more than moving.

Dog names like Ham:

Slow down.
Short form of Huckleberry
Land Of Heather And Grass
Bright In Mind And Spirit
A fictional characterr.
God Is Gracious
Ham dog name meaning

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