Pazuzu

pah-ZOO-zoo3 syllables

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A demon in ancient Mesopotamian mythology. (Mythology)

What does Pazuzu mean?

Mythology: A demon in ancient Mesopotamian mythology.. Pazuzu is a figure from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, often depicted as a demon associated with the wind.

Is Pazuzu a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Say it out loud a few times in your best across-the-park voice before you commit.

Pazuzu in the Pets in the City community

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

Wonderfully unusual

Myth & legend

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Pazuzu’s Dog Hotel Reputation

At the Dog Hotel, the other pups were buzzing, "Pazuzu? Sounds fancy! I hope he doesn’t think he’s a Hollywood star. I can’t handle another diva demanding gourmet kibble!"

Names similar to Pazuzu

Abaddon — A name associated with destruction in various mythologies.Abraxas — A name associated with Gnostic beliefs and mystical traditions.Adrastos — Greek name meaning 'not running away' or 'unfaltering'.Alastor — Of Greek origin, meaning 'avenger' or 'spirit'.Apophis — Name of an ancient Egyptian god of chaos.Asura — Refers to powerful deities in Hindu mythology.Behemoth — A large and powerful creature.Callisto — Most beautiful; a nymph in Greek mythology.

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