Lycan

LYE-kan2 syllables

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Derived from 'lycanthrope', meaning werewolf. (Modern)

What does Lycan mean?

Modern: Derived from 'lycanthrope', meaning werewolf.. The name Lycan is derived from the Greek word 'lykos', meaning wolf, and is often associated with werewolves or lycanthropes in folklore.

Is Lycan a good dog name?

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

Lycan in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Lycan 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 Lycan suit?

Wonderfully unusual

Myth & legend

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Welcome, Lycan!

As Lycan arrived at daycare, the other dogs whispered, 'I hope he doesn’t turn into a howling mess at night—otherwise, we’ve got ourselves a real fur-ocious party!'

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