Pecan

Male

Meaning

tree of southern United States and Mexico cultivated for its nuts

Origin

Native

Pronunciation

/piːˈkæn/

Traits associated with the name Pecan:

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

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

It suggests that you have a fondness for sweet things and that you have a creative side.

Is Pecan a good dog name?

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

2,342
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Pecan was, in the past month, the 852nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Pecan 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, Pecan was viewed 65 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Pecan is most adored in Pennsylvania, Indiana and Florida.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Pecan:

  1. Jack Russell Terrier

Pecan is found in these categories:

brown dog names
brown

Pecans are nutty, sweet, and match their warm, toasty fur color.

dessert dog names
dessert

Pecan is often associated with sweet pies and treats, making it a food-inspired moniker for dogs.

Dog names like Pecan:

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a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term)
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Cartoon possum character.
type genus of the family Pongidae: orangutans
Pecan dog name meaning

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