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What does Eros mean?
Mythology: Greek god of love and desire.. Eros is the Greek god of love, often depicted as a young winged boy. His name is associated with romantic love and attraction.
Is Eros a good dog name?
Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Eros in the Pets in the City community
We don't have publishable popularity figures for Eros 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 Eros suit?
Modern
Myth & legend
Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
Eros’s Daycare Verdict
When Eros checked into the dog hotel, all the pups said, "Get ready for some tail-wagging romance! I hope he doesn’t try to steal our hearts... or our dinner!"
Names similar to Eros
Amun — An ancient Egyptian deity associated with the sun.Arion — A figure in Greek mythology, known for his musical talent.Arjun — Name of a hero in Hindu mythology, meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.Arwen — A character from J.R.R. Tolkien's works.Atlas — The Titan who carried the sky — strong and steady.Bohdi — A name associated with enlightenment in Buddhism.Brigid — Of Irish origin, meaning 'exalted one'.Caliope — A name from Greek mythology, meaning 'beautiful voice'.