Lion

Unisex

Meaning

large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈlaɪən/

Traits associated with the name Lion:

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

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

It could suggest that you have a strong sense of courage and strength, and that you admire these qualities in others.

Is Lion a good dog name?

Lion is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Lion 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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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lion was, in the past month, the 3210th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lion 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, Lion was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Lion is most adored in Delaware, California and Tennessee.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Lion is found in these categories:

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animal

Majestic and fierce, it mirrors canine loyalty and courage.

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Lion dog name meaning

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Hannah (Virginia, United States)
I named my Maltese-Pomeranian mix Lion for a handful of reasons. 1. A character in a favorite show of mine, 2. Short for Dandelion (his sister’s name is Daisy), and 3. He acts like a little lion cub, bold and always prancing around
April 10, 2023

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