Houston
Meaning
From a Scottish surname meaning "Hugh's town". The original Houston is in Scotland near Glasgow, but this is also the name of a city in Texas, named after the Texas president Sam Houston (1793-1863).
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/ˈhaʊstən/
Traits associated with the name Houston:
Dogs named Houston tend to be loving, hard-working, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Houston?
It suggests that you have a strong connection to the city of Houston, either through personal experience or admiration. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are looking for a companion who will be a faithful friend.
Is Houston a good dog name?
Houston has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Houston 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
Houston is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Houston was, in the past month, the 6459th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Houston 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, Houston was viewed 47 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Houston's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Houston is most adored in Maine, Utah and South Carolina.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, New Jersey and Illinois.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Houston.
Houston is found in these categories:
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This name reflects Texas's rich cowboy and western heritage.
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