Anubis Pet Name
Anubis is the ancient Egyptian god of the dead — depicted as a man with the head of a jackal. He was the god who guided souls to the afterlife. Naming a dog Anubis is a tribute to the ancient bond between humans and canines — dogs have been our guides for 30,000 years. The "A" and "N" combination gives Anubis a soft, nasal quality. The three syllables (a-NU-bis) are long for a dog name but the rhythm is strong. The "S" ending is a sibilant that dogs can hear. Anubis suits sleek, dark-coated breeds that resemble the jackals of ancient Egypt. Anubis is a Male Dog name of Egyptian origin that means "God of the dead". Mysterious, protective, and slightly otherworldly. Anubis dogs are guides. It is a popular choice for Pharaoh Hound, Basenji, Saluki, Doberman. Bastet.