Orcus
Meaning
A god of the underworld who punished broken oaths
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːrkəs/
Traits associated with the name Orcus:
Orcus has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.
Dogs named Orcus tend to be loving, strong-willed, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Orcus?
Naming your dog Orcus suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a creative imagination. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of individuality and a desire to stand out from the crowd.
Is Orcus a good dog name?
Orcus has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Orcus 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
Orcus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Orcus was, in the past month, the 3042nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Orcus 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, Orcus was viewed 42 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Orcus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Orcus is most adored in Illinois, New Jersey and Florida.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Iowa and Alabama.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Orcus.
Orcus is found in these categories:
roman
Orcus was a god of the underworld in Roman mythology.
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