Moss

Unisex

Meaning

tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants

Origin

Norse

Pronunciation

/mɒs/

Traits associated with the name Moss:

Dogs named Moss tend to be loving, loyal, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Moss suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and the outdoors. It could also suggest that you have a creative and unique sense of style.

Is Moss a good dog name?

Moss is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Moss 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

3,242
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Moss was, in the past month, the 1022nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Moss 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, Moss was viewed 38 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Moss is most adored in North Dakota, Massachusetts and North Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Michigan and California.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Moss is found in these categories:

ocean dog names
ocean

Moss is often found near bodies of water, including the sea.

Dog names like Moss:

minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near water
Lives Near The Marshland
The color; also a colloquialism meaning "sad"
Clear, fair or white
Pleasant seaside meadow
Traveller By The Ford
Moss dog name meaning

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