Bessy
Meaning
Diminutive of elizabeth.
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛsi/
Alt. Spellings
Bessie
Traits associated with the name Bessy:
Dogs named Bessy tend to be loving, brave, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Bessy?
Naming your dog Bessy suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic literature, as Bessy is a character in the novel "Silas Marner" by George Eliot.
Is Bessy a good dog name?
Bessy 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. Bessy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Bessy is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Bessy ranks #1,692 with users of PupNames.com.
- Bessy ranks #2,998 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Bessy ranks #1,757 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Bessy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Most popular breeds named Bessy:
- German Shepherd
- Queensland Heelers
- Poodle
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Beagle
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Famous dogs named Bessy:
A rough collie named Bessy appeared in the comic book Bessy (Belgian) by Willy Vandersteen.
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