Runt

Runt is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Runt isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Runt was, in the past month, the 5111th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Runt 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, Runt was viewed 51 times, and liked 0 times.

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

Runt is most adored in New Mexico, Texas and Ohio.

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

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

Most popular breeds named Runt:

1. German Shepherd
2. American Pitbull Terrier
3. Jack Russell Terrier
4. Chihuahua
5. Chinese Shar-Pei

• A generic, large named Runt featured in the television show Animaniacs.

Runt is found in these categories:

small

Runt means the tiniest pup in a litter!