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Mater

Unisex

Meaning

an informal use of the Latin word for mother; sometimes used by British schoolboys or used facetiously

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈmeɪtər/

Traits associated with the name Mater:

Dogs named Mater tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

Naming your dog Mater suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy the movie Cars. It also suggests that you are a loyal and loving pet owner who is willing to give your pet a unique and memorable name.

Is Mater a good dog name?

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

4,639

2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

2,823

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Mater was, in the past month, the 4840th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Mater 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, Mater was viewed 34 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Mater is most adored in Wisconsin, Illinois and New York.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and District of Columbia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Mater is found in these categories:

nature

Mater is Latin for mother, symbolizing life and growth.

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