Shield

Unisex

Meaning

loyal

Origin

Celtic

Pronunciation

/ʃiːld/

Traits associated with the name Shield:

Dogs named Shield tend to be loyal, loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

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

It suggests that you value protection and security, and that you want your dog to be a source of comfort and safety for you.

Is Shield a good dog name?

Shield is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Shield 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

3,079
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shield was, in the past month, the 3575th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Shield 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, Shield was viewed 48 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Shield is most adored in Illinois, Kentucky and Louisiana.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Shield is found in these categories:

guard dog names
guard

Symbolizes protection, like Captain America's iconic, indestructible accessory.

loyal dog names
loyal

Dogs protect their families like a sturdy, unbreakable shield in battle.

Police Dog Names
police

Symbolizes protection and law enforcement, often associated with canine units.

Dog names like Shield:

Sam
Short Form Of Samuel Or Samantha
First Explorer
To move in a light springy manner. to escape secretly in haste.
hit hard
Stingy or pointed.
a job in an organization
Shield dog name meaning

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