Dug
Meaning
an udder or breast or teat
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/dʌɡ/
Traits associated with the name Dug:
Dogs named Dug tend to be loving, strong-willed, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Dug?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique and memorable name.
Is Dug a good dog name?
Dug is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Dug 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
Dug is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Dug was, in the past month, the 1318th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Dug 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, Dug was viewed 86 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Dug's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Dug is most adored in Connecticut, Illinois and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Massachusetts, Delaware and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dug.
Most popular breeds named Dug:
- German Shepherd
- Alaskan Malamute
- Golden Retriever
Famous dogs named Dug:
A golden retriever named Dug played a role in the movie Up.
Dug is found in these categories:
disney
He's a lovable talking pooch from Pixar's animated film "Up".
famous
He's a lovable talking canine from Pixar's animated film "Up".
movie
He's a lovable talking canine from Pixar's animated film "Up".
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