Stubby
Meaning
Believed to a Boston Terrier mix or some type of pit bull, Stubby served in World War I where he alerted troops in the trenches to gas attacks.
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈstʌbi/
Traits associated with the name Stubby:
Dogs named Stubby tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Stubby?
Naming your dog Stubby suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It also suggests that you are a loyal and loving pet owner who is willing to give your pet a name that reflects its personality.
Is Stubby a good dog name?
Stubby 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. Stubby 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
Stubby is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Stubby was, in the past month, the 5946th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Stubby 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, Stubby was viewed 45 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Stubby's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Stubby is most adored in Colorado, Arizona and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Missouri, Iowa and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Stubby.
Famous dogs named Stubby:
A bull terrier named Stubby played a role in the movie Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero.
Stubby is found in these categories:
military
He was a decorated war dog from World War I.
australian
Refers to a small bottle of beer in Australian slang.
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