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Hamlet

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

Little home.

Related Names

Ham, Hammy.

Famous Usage

Title character from Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet' (1601) who was a troubled Danish king.

Screen Details

The title character from Shakespeare's famous tragedy 'Hamlet, Prince of Denmark'. Disney's 'The Lion King' was inspired by Hamlet, with Simba representing the tragic prince.

Personality Plus

Thoughtful, dramatic, and complex - perfect for a pet who seems to have a deep inner life and tends to be contemplative. Suits an animal who likes to ponder and observe their surroundings with intense focus.

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