Fulton

A distinctive pick — fewer than 17 pets share this name.

More boysDignifiedCalm
#4265

Meaning & Story

Fulton is an English surname meaning settlement by the foul place or muddy stream, from Old English ful meaning foul or muddy and tun meaning settlement. As a given name it has a distinguished, old-money feel.

Fulton is the name for a dog who has naturally acquired opinions about things. Distinguished without being stuffy, it has that great patrician quality of someone who knows their own mind. You can imagine a Fulton surveying the backyard with calm authority, or sitting at the head of the couch like a four-legged chairman of the board.

At a Glance

#4265
Overall Rank
17
Registered
Boys
Popular With

Fulton's Personality

Pets named Fulton are most often described as:

  • dignifiedStrong match
  • calmCommon
  • confidentSometimes
  • observantOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fulton a good pet name?

Fulton is a well-known pet name with 17 registered pets. Pets named Fulton are often described as Dignified, Calm, Confident.

Is Fulton a boy or girl pet name?

Fulton is more commonly given to male pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology