Phobos

Male

Meaning

the larger of the two satellites of Mars

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈfoʊbəs/

Traits associated with the name Phobos:

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

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

Naming your dog Phobos suggests that you have an interest in Greek mythology and may be drawn to the idea of fear and chaos. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of adventure and are not afraid to take risks.

Is Phobos a good dog name?

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

3,822
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2,998
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3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Phobos was, in the past month, the 2610th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Phobos 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, Phobos was viewed 37 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Phobos is most adored in Rhode Island, Michigan and Arizona.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, North Carolina and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Phobos:

  1. German Shepherd

Phobos is found in these categories:

celestial dog names
celestial

Mars' largest moon shares this moniker, making it star-studded!

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Phobos dog name meaning

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