Screwball
Meaning
a whimsically eccentric person
Origin
American
Pronunciation
/skruːbɔːl/
Traits associated with the name Screwball:
Dogs named Screwball tend to be loving, hard-working, loyal, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Screwball?
Naming your dog Screwball suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are creative and like to think outside the box.
Is Screwball a good dog name?
Screwball has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Screwball 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
Screwball is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Screwball was, in the past month, the 6216th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Screwball 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, Screwball was viewed 44 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Screwball's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Screwball is most adored in Nebraska, District of Columbia and Washington.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, New Jersey and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Screwball.
Screwball is found in these categories:
sporty
The term references a wild, unpredictable pitch in baseball, suggesting energy and athleticism.
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