Peterson
Meaning
Son Of Peter
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛtərsən/
Traits associated with the name Peterson:
Dogs named Peterson tend to be loving, good-natured, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Peterson?
Naming your dog Peterson suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a classic, timeless style.
Is Peterson a good dog name?
Peterson has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Peterson 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
Peterson is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Peterson was, in the past month, the 5538th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Peterson 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, Peterson was viewed 26 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Peterson's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Peterson is most adored in Washington, New York and Ohio.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Illinois and Oregon.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Peterson.
Most popular breeds named Peterson:
- Pekingese
Peterson is found in these categories:
irish
Associated with Irish surname Mac Pheadair, meaning "son of Peter".
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