Dog Names > Trojan

Trojan

Unisex

Meaning

a program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈtroʊdʒən/

Traits associated with the name Trojan:

Dogs named Trojan tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

It suggests that you have an appreciation for history and a strong sense of loyalty. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of pride and a desire to protect what is important to you.

Is Trojan a good dog name?

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

6,465

2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

1,804

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Trojan was, in the past month, the 5041st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Trojan 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, Trojan was viewed 28 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Trojan is most adored in Illinois, North Carolina and Pennsylvania.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Washington and Indiana.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Trojan is found in these categories:

celestial

Named after a famous star cluster in Greek mythology.

Dog names like Trojan:

Tyson

Firebrand; son of Denis.

Taurus

The Bull

Thyone

Goddess of frenzy.

Titan

Greek giants.

Tektite

thought to derive from meteorites

Triton

A merman and demigod of the sea in greek mythology.

Comments (1)

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Cheryl Haskins (Uusimaa, Finland)

Have you considered the potential implications of naming your dog after a military tactic involving deceit and trickery? Are you comfortable with the connotations of using a name associated with a historical event that resulted in the destruction of a city?
July 29, 2024

Let us know what you think of Trojan as a dog name!