Cougar

Unisex

Meaning

large American feline resembling a lion

Origin

Native

Pronunciation

/ˈkaʊɡər/

Traits associated with the name Cougar:

Dogs named Cougar tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

Naming your dog Cougar may suggest that you are an adventurous person who likes to explore and take risks. It could also suggest that you admire the strength and power of the cougar.

Is Cougar a good dog name?

Cougar has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Cougar 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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New York City Dog Name Database
1,575
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cougar was, in the past month, the 6437th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Cougar 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, Cougar was viewed 44 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Cougar is most adored in Washington, Colorado and North Carolina.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Cougar:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Cocker Spaniel
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Chihuahua
  5. Australian Cattle Dog

Cougar is found in these categories:

nature dog names
nature

Cougar refers to a wild animal, making the name inspired by wildlife.

military dog names
military

Associations with strength, agility, and stealth often found in combat roles inspire this canine moniker.

Dog names like Cougar:

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Cougar dog name meaning

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