Shamu

Unisex

Meaning

Killer whale mascot.

Origin

Unknown

Pronunciation

/ʃəˈmuː/

Traits associated with the name Shamu:

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

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

Naming your dog Shamu suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy making lighthearted references. It could also suggest that you have an affinity for marine life or the ocean.

Is Shamu a good dog name?

Shamu 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. Shamu 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

3,601
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
1,623
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shamu was, in the past month, the 4481st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

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

Popularity: United States

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

Shamu is most adored in Nebraska, Nevada and New Jersey.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Shamu:

  1. Pomeranian
  2. Australian Shepherd
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Chihuahua
  5. American Staffordshire Terrier

Shamu is found in these categories:

big dog names
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Shamu, a famous whale, symbolizes strength, size, and playful spirit.

Dog names like Shamu:

a Japanese form of wrestling; you lose if you are forced out of a small ring or if any part of your body (other than your feet) touches the ground
Cool.
American chemist who with Robert Curl and Harold Kroto discovered fullerenes and opened a new branch of chemistry (born in 1943)
A famous cartoon canine sleuth
full of fighting spirit
offensively curious or inquisitive
Shamu dog name meaning

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