Romulus
Meaning
Mythological founder of Rome and twin brother to Remus
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒmjələs/
Traits associated with the name Romulus:
Dogs named Romulus tend to be loving, strong-willed, resilient, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Romulus?
Naming your dog Romulus suggests that you have an appreciation for history and mythology. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and honor, as Romulus was the founder of Rome and was known for his loyalty to his brother Remus.
Is Romulus a good dog name?
Romulus has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Romulus 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
Romulus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Romulus was, in the past month, the 5297th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Romulus 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, Romulus was viewed 30 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Romulus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Romulus is most adored in Indiana, Pennsylvania and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Illinois and Louisiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Romulus.
Most popular breeds named Romulus:
- Cocker Spaniel
- Rottweiler
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Maltese
- Labrador Retriever
Romulus is found in these categories:
roman
Founded Rome and its first king, according to Roman mythology.
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