Wonder is a word-name with two major cultural poles: Stevie Wonder, the musical legend, and Wonder Woman, the DC superhero. At 30 registry records with a female preference, the superhero association is the likely dominant driver — and it's a choice with obvious appeal for owners who want something aspirational and strong.
The Word-Name Aesthetic
Wonder joins Marvel, Glory, and similar word-names in expressing a quality rather than a cultural reference. The word itself means awe and amazement — naming a pet Wonder is an act of affection that declares the animal extraordinary. It's earnest without being sentimental.
Wonder Woman's Pull
Gal Gadot's two Wonder Woman films (2017, 2020) brought the character to a new generation, and the name benefited. Great Danes suit the superhero association given their imposing scale, but the name works equally well on a small, fierce dog — the contrast is part of the charm.
The Counter-Reading: Stevie Wonder Disambiguation
Not everyone who hears Wonder for a pet will think superhero. Stevie Wonder fans, fans of the R.J. Palacio novel Wonder, and general enthusiasts of wonder-as-concept will all bring different associations. This isn't a problem — the name's meaning is positive in every context. Browse character names at pet names.