Wag
Meaning
move from side to side
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/wɑɡ/
Traits associated with the name Wag:
Dogs named Wag tend to be loving, brave, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Wag?
It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It also suggests that you are an animal lover and appreciate the joy that a pet can bring to your life.
Is Wag a good dog name?
Wag is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Wag 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
Wag is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Wag was, in the past month, the 1860th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Wag is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Wag was viewed 36 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Wag's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Wag is most adored in Iowa, Rhode Island and Wisconsin.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Idaho and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Wag.
Famous dogs named Wag:
A welsh springer spaniel named Wag played a role in the movie Dean Spanley.
Wag is found in these categories:
traditional
Rooted in old English, it's a playful nod to a dog's happy tail.
Dog names like Wag:
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