Dog Names > Puck

Puck

Unisex

Meaning

a vulcanized rubber disk 3 inches in diameter that is used instead of a ball in ice hockey

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/pʌk/

Traits associated with the name Puck:

Dogs named Puck tend to be loving, loyal, good-natured, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Puck?

Naming your dog Puck suggests that you have a playful and mischievous personality. It also suggests that you have a fondness for literature, as Puck is a character from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Is Puck a good dog name?

Puck is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Puck 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

846

616

New York City Dog Name Database

881

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Puck is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Puck was, in the past month, the 2147th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Puck 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, Puck was viewed 63 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Puck's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Puck is most adored in Wyoming, Minnesota and Utah.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Florida, Montana and Kentucky.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Puck.

Puck is found in these categories:

funny

Shakespeare's mischievous sprite lends humor to this canine moniker.

playful

The name originates from a mischievous fairy in Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," suggesting a playful nature.

unique

Shakespearean roots and hockey associations make this canine moniker stand out.

british

A mischievous fairy in Shakespeare's play "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

gothic

Draws from dark, supernatural elements found in Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

celestial

Named after a mischievous fairy in Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

Dog names like Puck:

Pip

a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit)

Pearl

Smooth, Round Bead Formed By A Mollusk

Peanut

Ground Nut Legume

Pounce

move down on as if in an attack

Polk

11th President of the United States; his expansionism led to the Mexican War and the annexation of California and much of the southwest (1795-1849)

Porb

Unknown, possibly invented.

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