Ajax

Male

Meaning

One of the greatest greek heroes who fought in the trojan war.

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈeɪdʒæks/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Now, here's a dog name with heroic pedigree! Ajax is named after the Greek hero who fought in the Trojan War, so it's pretty apt for a brave, loyal pooch.

Ajax was known for his strength and courage -- qualities every dog owner admires, right?

And for the geeks among us, it's also a nod to the popular web development technique, AJAX. Alright, maybe not so popular anymore, but these things move so quickly (just like your pup!)

So, if you're a history buff or a tech geek, Ajax is a win-win.

And I couldn't sign off here without mentioning Ajax, the Dutch football team, for all you sports fans out there. Known for playing fast, free-flowing football, it's just another reason why this name works so well for dogs.

Traits associated with the name Ajax:

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

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

Naming your dog Ajax suggests that you have an appreciation for Greek mythology and may have a strong sense of loyalty and courage.

Is Ajax a good dog name?

Ajax has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Ajax 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

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Naming your dog Ajax is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ajax was, in the past month, the 850th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Ajax 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, Ajax was viewed 78 times, and liked 4 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Ajax is most adored in Kentucky, Idaho and Massachusetts.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Ajax:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Beagle
  4. Rottweiler
  5. Australian Shepherd

Ajax is found in these categories:

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References a powerful Greek mythological hero, exuding strength, courage, and resilience.

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Web developers associate it with a popular programming technique.

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mythical

Ajax is a famous Greek hero from mythology, known for his strength and courage.

Dog names like Ajax:

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Ajax dog name meaning

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i am connor 11 years old yestarday i got a australian shepard that we named ajax cutest name ever (Massachusetts, United States)
yestarday i got a australian shepard that we named ajax cutest name ever
December 13, 2022

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