Gene
Meaning
Well born
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/dʒiːn/
Traits associated with the name Gene:
Dogs named Gene tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gene?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It could also suggest that you have an appreciation for classic literature or pop culture.
Is Gene a good dog name?
Gene is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Gene 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
Gene is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gene was, in the past month, the 3959th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Gene 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, Gene was viewed 34 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gene's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gene is most adored in Washington, California and Nebraska.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Virginia and Michigan.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gene.
Most popular breeds named Gene:
- Shiba Inu
- Korean Jindo
- German Shepherd
- Rottweiler
- Shih Tzu
Gene is found in these categories:
independent
The name's association with individuality and uniqueness due to its connection to genetics and personal traits.
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