The Top 50 Pet Names of 2025, From Bella to Ziggy

Choosing the perfect name for a pet may be a cinch for some owners, but it can feel daunting to others. If you’re expecting a new furry friend soon and can’t find a fitting name, you may get some inspiration from the ones listed below. 

1. These Pet Names Are Popular Across the Country

To compile the list, TrustedHousesitters, a pet sitter website, examined the names of nearly 100,000 dogs and cats registered on the website in July of 2025. Here’s what the researchers found.

These Pet Names Are Popular Across the Country

This year’s picks show that classic names, like Max, Milo, and Daisy, continue to be dominant. Yet again, Luna is quite a popular choice for both cats and dogs. The moniker topped last year’s list from the pet insurance company Spot and has kept its place since. In 2023, the celestial name came in second place to Bella on U.S. News & World Report’s list of the most popular dog names. Now, canine owners generally prefer the name above all others.

Lucy’s ranking made the most significant jump from the previous year—the name moved from eighth place to second. Meanwhile, Bella dropped down one rank this year, rounding out the top three names for pets in the U.S.

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TrustedHousesitters’ complete list of the most common female and male pet names for dogs and cats is as follows:

1. Luna
2. Lucy
3. Bella
4. Charlie
5. Daisy
6. Max
7. Rosie
8. Lola
9. Lily
10. Leo
11. Stella
12. Cooper
13. Bailey
14. Oliver
15. Milo
16. Buddy
17. Sadie
18. Penny
19. Coco
20. Sophie
21. Olive
22. Ruby
23. Ollie
24. Molly
25. Pepper
26. Willow
27. Gracie
28. Scout
29. Maggie
30. Jack
31. Finn
32. Chloe
33. Frankie
34. Poppy
35. Gus
36. Nala
37. Teddy
38. Ziggy
39. Ginger
40. Loki
41. Piper
42. Lulu
43. Bear
44. Ellie
45. Rocky
46. Louie
47. Jasper
48. Winston
49. Tucker
50. Cleo

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