Pudge

Unisex

Meaning

Cuddly, chubby person.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/pʌdʒ/

Traits associated with the name Pudge:

Dogs named Pudge tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, empathy, and courage.

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

That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique and fun names. It also suggests that you are a fan of classic literature, as Pudge is a character in the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.

Is Pudge a good dog name?

Pudge is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Pudge 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

2,156
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1,006
New York City Dog Name Database
945
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Pudge was, in the past month, the 4181st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Pudge 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, Pudge was viewed 51 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Pudge is most adored in Nevada, Utah and South Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Oklahoma and Colorado.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Pudge:

  1. Pug
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Chow Chow
  4. Bulldog
  5. Pomeranian

Pudge is found in these categories:

unique dog names
unique

This moniker nods to pudgy pups and baseball legend Carlton Fisk.

fat dog names
fat

Pudge suggests a pooch with extra squish, perfect for cuddle sessions!

big dog names
big

Pudge suggests a chunky, cuddly canine full of love and fluff.

Dog names like Pudge:

Roman household spirits of the pantry
Bright and shiny.
Pip
a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit)
move down on as if in an attack
a vulcanized rubber disk 3 inches in diameter that is used instead of a ball in ice hockey
Lovely little one.
Pudge dog name meaning

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