Have you ever brought home a new pet and spent what felt like ages trying to pick the perfect name for your new furry friend? Sure, you could call the cat “Fluffy” because it’s, well, fluffy. But did you know that the name you choose might actually influence your pet?
Numerology isn’t just about your birthdate; it also looks at the letters in your name. Each letter gets a number, and when you add those numbers up and reduce them to a single digit or master number, you get what’s called the Expression Number. This idea comes from the Pythagorean alphabet and can offer interesting insights into personality traits.
For example: F L U F F Y
F + L + U + F + F + Y
6 + 3 + 3 + 6 + 6 + 7 = 31 > 3+1=4
Fluffy’s name vibrates at the number 4. So, what does that even mean?
Each number from 1 to 9 has its own personality.
Number 1:
- Traits: Leadership, independent, confident, determined
- Pet Characteristics: A pet with a name that reduces to 1 will likely be independent and confident. They may prefer to do things independently and exhibit a strong-willed personality. This pet might enjoy taking charge during playtime and be seen as a leader among other animals.
Number 2:
- Traits: Sensitive, cooperative, peace-loving, harmonious
- Pet Characteristics: Pets with a name that reduces to 2 are often gentle and sensitive. They thrive on companionship and tend to be very affectionate. These pets may be more attuned to their owner’s emotions and can be very cooperative and obedient.
Number 3:
- Traits: Creative, joyful, sociable, playful
- Pet Characteristics: A pet with a name that reduces to 3 will likely be playful and energetic. They are social creatures who enjoy being around people and other animals. These pets often bring joy and laughter to their owners and can be quite entertaining.
Number 4:
- Traits: Stable, reliable, hard-working, disciplined
- Pet Characteristics: Pets with a name that reduces to 4 are dependable and well-behaved. They are often seen as loyal and trustworthy companions. Due to their disciplined nature, these pets may be easy to train. They are usually very protective of their home and family.
Number 5:
- Traits: Adventurous, free, adaptable, curious
- Pet Characteristics: A pet with a name that reduces to 5 is adventurous and loves exploring. They are curious and adaptable, enjoying new experiences and environments. These pets might be more energetic and require ample playtime and stimulation to keep them happy.
Number 6:
- Traits: Responsible, nurturing, harmonious, protective
- Pet Characteristics: Pets with a name that reduces to 6 are often nurturing and protective. They may be very good with children and other animals, displaying a gentle and caring nature. These pets are likely to form strong bonds with their family members and are very loyal.
Number 7:
- Traits: Introspective, spiritual, wise, calm
- Pet Characteristics: A pet with a name that reduces to 7 is typically calm and introspective. They might enjoy quiet and peaceful environments and can often be found observing their surroundings. These pets may have a wise and thoughtful demeanor, making them seem almost sage-like.
Number 8:
- Traits: Ambitious, powerful, confident, practical
- Pet Characteristics: Pets with a name that reduces to 8 are confident and strong. They might exhibit a powerful presence and can be very protective of their territory. These pets are practical and assertive, often taking charge in situations and showing a sense of authority.
Number 9:
- Traits: Compassionate, humanitarian, idealistic, generous
- Pet Characteristics: A pet with a name that reduces to 9 is compassionate and loving. They are often very empathetic and can sense when their owners need comfort. These pets are generous with their affection and may be very good at providing emotional support.
So, according to the list, Fluffy’s characteristics align with the number 4. That means a pet with a name that adds up to 4 is dependable and well-behaved. They’re often seen as loyal and trustworthy companions, easy to train due to their disciplined nature, and very protective of their home and family.
But maybe you were hoping for a pet with more ambition or a bigger personality. In that case, you might have named him something that adds up to 8.
The name you choose can influence your pet’s behavior.
A few years ago, I had a Collie named Marley. Marley was incredibly intuitive and sensitive—almost psychic. If I had a bad day, she’d hide in the closet before I got home. We were so connected. Her name, Marley, adds up to the Master Number 11, which is all about intuition, sensitivity, and being a peacekeeper.
After Marley passed, I got another Collie named Piper. Unlike Marley, Piper came with her name. Piper’s name adds up to 1, and she’s every bit a number 1. She’s fiercely independent, doesn’t like sharing her bed, and can take or leave other dogs. She’s totally an alpha dog—all because her name has that dominant, independent number 1 vibration.
So, before randomly naming your pet after your favorite beer, consider checking the numbers. That way, you can make sure your pet will be a perfect fit for your family.
