Katniss

Female

Meaning

From The Hunger Games.

Origin

Celtic

Pronunciation

/ˈkætnɪs/

Traits associated with the name Katniss:

Dogs named Katniss tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

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

It suggests that you are a fan of the Hunger Games series and admire the character of Katniss Everdeen.

Is Katniss a good dog name?

Katniss has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Katniss 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

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1,638
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Katniss was, in the past month, the 3374th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Katniss 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, Katniss was viewed 79 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Katniss is most adored in New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Alabama.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Katniss is found in these categories:

big dog names
big

She's a fierce, brave heroine from Hunger Games, perfect for strong pups!

Gangster Dog Names
gangster

Her Hunger Games persona embodies rebellious, outlaw spirit.

badass dog names
badass

Derived from a strong, resilient, and fearless character in popular literature, symbolizing courage and survival.

superhero dog names
superhero

She's named after a fearless, bow-wielding protagonist from Hunger Games.

guard dog names
guard

She's named after a Hunger Games character known for her protectiveness.

Dog names like Katniss:

Pure
Beloved and dearest one.
A moody princess
Beloved Or Who Is Like God?
Short For Names Beginning With K
Fair Haired Viking
Katniss dog name meaning

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