Dog Names > Cerberus

Cerberus

Male

Meaning

A three-headed dog that guards the gates of the Underworld in Greek mythology.

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈsɜːrbərəs/

Traits associated with the name Cerberus:

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

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

Naming your dog Cerberus suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a sense of humor. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy thinking outside the box.

Is Cerberus a good dog name?

Cerberus has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Cerberus 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

1,405

2,425

New York City Dog Name Database

3,046

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cerberus was, in the past month, the 3939th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Cerberus 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, Cerberus was viewed 76 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Cerberus is most adored in Nevada, Oklahoma and Georgia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, District of Columbia and Missouri.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Cerberus is found in these categories:

mythical

This name comes from Greek mythology, where Cerberus is a three-headed dog guarding the underworld.

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Cornwallis

commander of the British forces in the American War of Independence; was defeated by American and French troops at Yorktown (1738-1805)

Colossus

Bigger than average.

Cicero

Chickpea

Caladrius

A pure white bird that lived in the home of kings and had mythical healing abilities

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