Colossus

Male

Meaning

Bigger than average.

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/kəˈlɒsəs/

Traits associated with the name Colossus:

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

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

It suggests that you have a strong appreciation for strength and power. You may also have a fondness for larger breeds of dogs.

Is Colossus a good dog name?

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

2,593
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,328
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Colossus was, in the past month, the 4907th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Colossus 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, Colossus was viewed 21 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Colossus is most adored in Ohio, North Carolina and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Washington and Texas.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Colossus:

  1. English Bulldog
  2. Mastiff

Famous dogs named Colossus:

  • film icon A english bulldog named Colossus played a role in the movie Van Wilder.

Colossus is found in these categories:

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Conveys strength, power, and grandeur, invoking images of a massive, formidable, and unyielding force.

big dog names
big

Colossus means giant, perfect for a towering, hefty pooch!

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