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Ham

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

A cut of meat; an actor who overacts or exaggerates.

Related Names

Laika, Atlas.

Famous Usage

The second animal in space - a chimpanzee named Ham launched by the Americans in 1958 in a rocket called Atlas.

Screen Details

Ham the chimpanzee was one of the first animals in space as part of NASA's Project Mercury in 1961. Ham the Pig is a lovable character in the animated movie 'Toy Story'. Hamilton 'Ham' Porter is a memorable character from the classic film 'The Sandlot' (1993).

Personality Plus

Playful, energetic, and often comical - perfect for a pet with a big personality and a tendency to ham it up for attention. Suits pets who love being the center of attention and making their humans laugh.

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