Picus
Meaning
A minor god of agriculture; woodpecker or magpie
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/ˈpaɪkəs/
Traits associated with the name Picus:
Picus has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.
Dogs named Picus tend to be loving, strong-willed, hard-working, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Picus?
Naming your dog Picus suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a creative imagination. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to nature and the outdoors.
Is Picus a good dog name?
Picus has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Picus 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
Picus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Picus was, in the past month, the 2681st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Picus 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, Picus was viewed 38 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Picus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Picus is most adored in Massachusetts, Florida and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, North Carolina and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Picus.
Picus is found in these categories:
roman
A legendary king of Latium and woodpecker god in Roman mythology.
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