Mavis

Female

Meaning

Song Thrush

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈmeɪvɪs/

Traits associated with the name Mavis:

Dogs named Mavis tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

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

Naming your dog Mavis suggests that you have a creative and unique sense of style. It also suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a fondness for vintage items.

Is Mavis a good dog name?

Mavis has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Mavis 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

1,063
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1,006
New York City Dog Name Database
1,910
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Mavis was, in the past month, the 738th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Mavis is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Mavis was viewed 94 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Mavis is most adored in Connecticut, Ohio and Oklahoma.

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

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Mavis:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. American Staffordshire Terrier
  3. Boston Terrier
  4. Rat Terrier
  5. West Highland White Terrier

Mavis is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Popular during the 1920s, this moniker now echoes a bygone canine era.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes vintage charm, reminiscent of adorable, bespectacled grandma in Hotel Transylvania.

british dog names
british

Popular old-fashioned female name in the UK, often used in literature.

Dog names like Mavis:

Pearl
Diminutive Form Of Mildred Or Millicent
Bee
Of The Sea Or Bitter
Lovable
Mia
Of The Sea Or Bitter
Mavis dog name meaning

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