Possum - Boy Dog Names

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Possum

/ˈpɑːsəm/

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Moderate

Meaning

Shortened form of opossum, a nocturnal marsupial native to the Americas

Represents adaptability, survival, and cleverness, as opossums are known for their ability to 'play dead' and thrive in diverse environments

Symbolism

Embodies resourcefulness, resilience, and a trickster spirit; in some Indigenous traditions, the opossum symbolizes strategy and protection through deception

Etymology: Derived from the Algonquian word 'aposoum' meaning 'white animal', later anglicized to 'opossum' and informally shortened to 'possum' in American dialect

Style & Origin

playful
nature inspired
american

Cultural Background

Rooted in American English vernacular, the name draws from the colloquial shortening of 'opossum' an

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