Wallace
Meaning
A common old man grumpy name
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈwɔːlɪs/
Traits associated with the name Wallace:
Dogs named Wallace tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Wallace?
That you have a fondness for the name Wallace and appreciate its unique sound. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to Scotland, as Wallace is a Scottish surname.
Is Wallace a good dog name?
Wallace has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Wallace 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
Wallace is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Wallace was, in the past month, the 1238th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Wallace 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, Wallace was viewed 40 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Wallace's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Wallace is most adored in Nebraska, New York and Connecticut.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Hawaii, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Wallace.
Most popular breeds named Wallace:
- Labrador Retriever
- Scottish Terrier
- Pointer
- Maltese
- Corgi
Wallace is found in these categories:
scottish
Surname of a famous Scottish freedom fighter, William.
cute
Evokes charming, quirky characters like the cheese-loving British inventor.
old-fashioned
Evokes images of tweed-wearing, pipe-smoking English gents from yesteryears.
grumpy
Wallace sounds stern, like a pooch who won't share his bone!
british
Associated with a popular clay animation series, "Gromit and..."
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