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Baboon

buh-BOON2 syllables
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A type of large primate known for its social behavior. (English)

What does Baboon mean?

English: A type of large primate known for its social behavior.. Baboon refers to a large primate known for its distinctive features and social behavior, often found in Africa and Arabia.

Is Baboon a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Baboon in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Baboon in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Baboon suit?

Funny
Wonderfully unusual

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

What the Playgroup Will Assume About Baboon

As the pups gather for breakfast, one whispers, "I hear Baboon's coming. I hope he doesn't try to steal our kibble with those clever tricks!" Another grins, "I think he's just here to outsmart the food bowls!"

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