Surly

Male

Meaning

Refers to rude behavior

Origin

Norse

Pronunciation

/ˈsɜːrli/

Traits associated with the name Surly:

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

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

Naming your dog Surly suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy a bit of irony. It could also suggest that you have a bit of a rebellious streak and don't take yourself too seriously.

Is Surly a good dog name?

Surly 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. Surly 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

4,627
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Surly was, in the past month, the 6748th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Surly 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, Surly was viewed 59 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Surly is most adored in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Missouri.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Surly:

  1. Brittany

Surly is found in these categories:

grumpy dog names
grumpy

Surly means bad-tempered, perfect for a moody mutt!

Dog names like Surly:

Refers to being moody
Diminutive Form Of Samuel Or Samantha
Lion
marked by or emitting or filled with smoke
From The Stony Field
Mischievous baby genius.
Surly dog name meaning

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