Peterson
Male
Meaning
Son Of Peter
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛtərsən/
Traits associated with the name Peterson:
Dogs named Peterson tend to be loving, good-natured, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Peterson?
Naming your dog Peterson suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a classic, timeless style.
Is Peterson a good dog name?
Peterson has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Peterson isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Peterson is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Peterson ranks #6,426 with users of PupNames.com.
- Peterson ranks #2,998 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Peterson ranks #3,679 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Peterson is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Most popular breeds named Peterson:
- Pekingese
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