Shrub
Meaning
a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ʃrʌb/
Traits associated with the name Shrub:
Dogs named Shrub tend to be loving, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Shrub?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names.
Is Shrub a good dog name?
Shrub is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Shrub 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
Shrub is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Shrub was, in the past month, the 6521st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Shrub 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, Shrub was viewed 22 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Shrub's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Shrub is most adored in Pennsylvania, California and Arizona.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Iowa and North Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Shrub.
Shrub is found in these categories:
unique
Uncommonly inspired by vegetation, evoking images of a small, bushy pooch.
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