Wells

A distinctive pick — fewer than 9 pets share this name.

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Meaning & Story

From the English surname Wells, meaning one who lives near a well or spring, evoking a deep, steady source of life.

Wells is a clean, understated name with an English heritage feel — the kind of name that works equally well on a Golden Retriever and a distinguished tabby cat. It evokes depth without shouting about it, like the wells it references: reliable, essential, always there when you need them. As a surname-style given name for pets, Wells fits the modern trend perfectly — it sounds equally at home in a Brooklyn apartment and a New England farmhouse. Deep and dependable.

At a Glance

#7160
Overall Rank
9
Registered
Boys
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Wells's Personality

Pets named Wells are most often described as:

  • steadyStrong match
  • dependableCommon
  • calmSometimes
  • groundedOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wells a good pet name?

Wells is a well-known pet name with 9 registered pets. Pets named Wells are often described as steady, dependable, calm.

Is Wells a boy or girl pet name?

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

Is Wells also a human name?

Yes! Wells is both a popular pet name (ranked #7160 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Wells has two lives

Wells, the baby name
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology