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Zapper

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

To walk away awkwardly; to move suddenly and rapidly - a lively name, suitable for a pet with a lot of energy and zest.

Related Names

Zap, Zippy.

Famous Usage

Zapper - nickname of World War II ace pilot Colonel Walker Mahurin.

Screen Details

Ray 'Zap' Zapata from the TV show CHiPs. The laser gun sound effect 'zapper' from Nintendo's Duck Hunt game became iconic in gaming culture. Also featured as a weapon name in various sci-fi shows and video games like Ratchet & Clank.

Personality Plus

For the pet who is fascinated with the bug zapper.

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