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Slugger

Unisex

Meaning

a boxer noted for an ability to deliver hard punches

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/ˈslʌɡər/

Traits associated with the name Slugger:

Dogs named Slugger tend to be loving, hard-working, affectionate, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It also suggests that you may have an affinity for sports, as Slugger is a term often used to refer to a baseball bat.

Is Slugger a good dog name?

Slugger has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Slugger 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

2,516

2,425

New York City Dog Name Database

1,712

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Slugger was, in the past month, the 6038th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Slugger 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, Slugger was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Slugger is most adored in Rhode Island, Mississippi and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Nebraska and Illinois.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Slugger is found in these categories:

sporty

The name references a baseball term, associating it with athleticism and sports.

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Screwball

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Shortstop

the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base

Slider

a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction

Southpaw

a person who uses the left hand with greater skill than the right

Sweeper

a cleaning implement with revolving brushes that pick up dirt as the implement is pushed over a carpet

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