Traits associated with the name Rufus:
Dogs named Rufus tend to be
strong-willed,
good-natured,
affectionate,
and
loving.
This name is also associated with
friendship,
and
companionship.
Is Rufus a good dog name?
Rufus has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Rufus is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!
Rufus is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Rufus ranks #80 with users of PupNames.com.
- Rufus ranks #136 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Rufus ranks #258 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Rufus is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Rufus outranks the great majority of names.
Most popular breeds named Rufus:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- German Shepherd
- Cocker Spaniel
- Chow Chow
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Famous dogs named Rufus:
A st. bernard named Rufus played a role in the movie Fluke.- A wire fox terrier named Rufus played a role in the movie Open Season 2.
Dog names like Rufus:
Inspired by rocky balboa.
Gamekeeper; a rover or wanderer
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