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Wombat

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  Dog
Size
Large

Meaning

Nocturnal, stocky Australian animal resembling a small bear.

Related Names

Wombie, Womby.

Famous Usage

Sebastian Faulks' novel 'A Week in December' features a character nicknamed Wombat.

Screen Details

The animated series 'The Wild Thornberrys' featured episodes with wombats. In the Australian children's show 'Blinky Bill', Wombo Wombat is a recurring character. The documentary 'Wombat: The World's Largest Burrowing Animal' on National Geographic showcases these creatures.

Personality Plus

Strong, determined, and independent - perfect for a pet with a sturdy build and gentle nature who likes to forge their own path. Known for being peaceful but protective of their space, just like the marsupial they're named after.

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