Shun

Female

Meaning

smooth

Origin

Chinese

Pronunciation

/ʃʌn/

Traits associated with the name Shun:

Dogs named Shun tend to be loving, affectionate, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

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

Naming your dog Shun suggests that you value loyalty and respect. It could also indicate that you have a strong sense of tradition and appreciate the importance of honoring the past.

Is Shun a good dog name?

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

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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shun was, in the past month, the 6437th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Shun 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, Shun was viewed 18 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Shun is most adored in Iowa, Missouri and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, California and Pennsylvania.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Shun is found in these categories:

chinese dog names
chinese

Associated with a legendary Chinese emperor and means "smooth, fast".

Dog names like Shun:

Star
jolly
From The Isle Of Skye
Hard outer covering of an animal
Expedition, Invasion
get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
Shun dog name meaning

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