Pyrrhus
Meaning
fire or flame-colored
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/ˈpɪrəs/
Traits associated with the name Pyrrhus:
Pyrrhus has an exotic sound to it, representing an owner that likes to think outside of the box.
Dogs named Pyrrhus tend to be loving, strong-willed, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Pyrrhus?
Naming your dog Pyrrhus suggests that you have an appreciation for history and mythology. Pyrrhus was a famous king of Epirus in ancient Greece, and his name is associated with a costly victory in the Battle of Heraclea. It suggests that you have a strong sense of pride and ambition.
Is Pyrrhus a good dog name?
Pyrrhus has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Pyrrhus 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
Pyrrhus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Pyrrhus was, in the past month, the 6371st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Pyrrhus 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, Pyrrhus was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Pyrrhus's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Pyrrhus is most adored in District of Columbia, Arizona and Nebraska.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, Florida and North Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Pyrrhus.
Pyrrhus is found in these categories:
roman
A Greek king who fought Rome in Pyrrhic victories.
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