Prince
Meaning
Royal Son
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/prɪns/
Traits associated with the name Prince:
Dogs named Prince tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Prince?
It suggests that you have a fondness for royalty and may have a regal or sophisticated style.
Is Prince a good dog name?
Prince is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Prince 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
Naming your dog Prince is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Prince was, in the past month, the 545th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Prince 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, Prince was viewed 74 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Prince's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Prince is most adored in Arkansas, Iowa and New York.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Mexico, Wisconsin and Alabama.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Prince.
Most popular breeds named Prince:
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Poodle
- Labrador Retriever
- Chow Chow
Famous dogs named Prince:
A german shepherd named Prince played a role in the movie The Case of the Howling Dog.
Prince is found in these categories:
hipster
Royalty-themed monikers ooze irony, a key characteristic of hipster culture.
posh
Royalty connotations and aristocratic associations make it an upscale choice.
hunting
Royalty connotations and strong, commanding sound make it suitable for a hunting dog.
british
Title for male members of the royal family in the UK.
traditional
Royalty often named their canine companions after noble ranks.
cute
Royalty connotations evoke images of small, pampered, adorable pups.
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