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Salinger

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

The branch of the river - a literary and introspective name.

Related Names

Sally, Sal.

Famous Usage

American author J.D. Salinger, who's most famous work was 'Catcher in the Rye'.

Screen Details

Most notably connected to J.D. Salinger, author of 'The Catcher in the Rye'. The name carries literary prestige and intellectual associations. The character Holden Caulfield from Salinger's famous novel has become a cultural icon of teenage rebellion and authenticity.

Personality Plus

Intellectual, independent, and slightly mysterious - perfect for a thoughtful pet with an observant nature and selective social preferences. Suits a pet who marches to their own beat and has a contemplative disposition.

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