Mulligan
Meaning
Irish version of burgoo
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/mʌlɪɡən/
Traits associated with the name Mulligan:
Dogs named Mulligan tend to be loving, industrious, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Mulligan?
Naming your dog Mulligan suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are a fan of golf, as Mulligan is a term used in the sport to refer to a second chance or do-over.
Is Mulligan a good dog name?
Mulligan has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Mulligan 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
Mulligan is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Mulligan was, in the past month, the 1691st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Mulligan 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, Mulligan was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Mulligan's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Mulligan is most adored in Ohio, Idaho and Massachusetts.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oklahoma and Connecticut.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Mulligan.
Most popular breeds named Mulligan:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
- Beagle
- Mastiff
Mulligan is found in these categories:
scottish
Derived from Gaelic, meaning "descendant of the mill servant."
sporty
The term originates from golf, referring to a do-over or second chance, associating it with sports.
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