Procyon
Meaning
the type genus of the family Procyonidae: raccoons
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/ˈproʊsiɒn/
Traits associated with the name Procyon:
Dogs named Procyon tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Procyon?
Naming your dog Procyon suggests that you have an appreciation for astronomy and the night sky. It also suggests that you have a creative and unique side, as Procyon is the name of a star in the constellation Canis Minor.
Is Procyon a good dog name?
Procyon has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Procyon 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
Procyon is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Procyon was, in the past month, the 5464th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Procyon 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, Procyon was viewed 39 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Procyon's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Procyon is most adored in Minnesota, Alabama and Pennsylvania.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Iowa and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Procyon.
Most popular breeds named Procyon:
- German Shepherd
Procyon is found in these categories:
celestial
Hailing from Canis Minor constellation, it's dubbed the "Little Dog Star".
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