Butternut
Meaning
North American walnut tree having light-brown wood and edible nuts; source of a light-brown dye
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈbʌtərnʌt/
Traits associated with the name Butternut:
Dogs named Butternut tend to be strong-willed, good-natured, industrious, and loving. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Butternut?
That you have a creative and whimsical side. You likely enjoy the outdoors and nature, and you may have a fondness for animals.
Is Butternut a good dog name?
Butternut has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Butternut isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
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Popularity
- Butternut ranks #2,096 with users of PupNames.com.
- Butternut ranks #2,998 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Butternut ranks #4,308 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Butternut is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
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