Matisse

Unisex

Meaning

French painter and sculptor; leading figure of fauvism (1869-1954)

Origin

French

Pronunciation

/məˈtis/

Traits associated with the name Matisse:

Dogs named Matisse tend to be loving, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

Naming your dog Matisse suggests that you have an appreciation for art and culture. It also suggests that you have a creative and unique sense of style.

Is Matisse a good dog name?

Matisse has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Matisse 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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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
1,332
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

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

As of December 2024, Matisse 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, Matisse was viewed 86 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Matisse is most adored in Oregon, Colorado and New Jersey.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in South Carolina, Pennsylvania and Michigan.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Matisse:

  1. Poodle
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Australian Shepherd
  4. Siberian Husky
  5. Maltese

Famous dogs named Matisse:

  • film icon A border collie named Matisse played a role in the movie Down and Out in Beverly Hills.

Matisse is found in these categories:

famous dog names
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Named after renowned artist, Henri Matisse, it's a cultured canine choice.

movie dog names
movie

Named after famed French director, Henri Matisse, known for vibrant visuals.

french dog names
french

Famous French artist known for his use of color and original draughtsmanship.

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Matisse dog name meaning

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