Puma
Meaning
A tough cat with an attitude.
Origin
Quechua
Pronunciation
/ˈpuːmə/
Traits associated with the name Puma:
Dogs named Puma tend to be loving, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Puma?
Naming your dog Puma may suggest that you are an adventurous person who likes to take risks and explore new things. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the outdoors and enjoy activities such as hiking and running.
Is Puma a good dog name?
Puma has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Puma 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
Puma is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Puma was, in the past month, the 1599th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Puma 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, Puma was viewed 54 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Puma's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Puma is most adored in Delaware, District of Columbia and Colorado.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, New York and South Dakota.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Puma.
Puma is found in these categories:
sassy
Pumas are fierce, playful, and quick, just like spunky pups!
Dog names like Puma:
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