Lacerta
Meaning
type genus of the Lacertidae
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/ləˈsɜːrtə/
Alt. Spellings
Lacey
Traits associated with the name Lacerta:
Dogs named Lacerta tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Lacerta?
Naming your dog Lacerta suggests that you have an appreciation for the natural world and a love of reptiles. It could also suggest that you have an interest in astronomy, as Lacerta is a constellation in the northern sky.
Is Lacerta a good dog name?
Lacerta has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Lacerta 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
Lacerta is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Lacerta was, in the past month, the 5657th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Lacerta 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, Lacerta was viewed 21 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Lacerta's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Lacerta is most adored in Alabama, Arizona and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in California, Virginia and New York.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lacerta.
Lacerta is found in these categories:
celestial
Named after a constellation, it's a star-studded choice for canine companions.
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