The results are in! Every year we dig into Rover’s database of over a million pet parents to uncover pet name trends, including the most popular dog and cat names of 2022 in Orlando and across the US.
While the trends change, one thing remains the same: The names dog owners choose to give their pets are often a direct reflection of who they are, what they like, and what’s going on in the world at the time. As pet parents ourselves, we know how important a pet’s name is and how much thought goes into finding just the right one—which makes sense, considering it’s likely to be hollered across the house about a million times. Whether you’re basing a new pet’s name on their personality, your favorite musician, celebrity, snack food, or your current obsession, it’s got to be just perfect.
So, which dog and cat names are popular this year in Orlando? Did your dog’s name make the top 5 locally? Or maybe even the top 100 in the country? What about your cat’s name? As the world’s largest network of dog walkers and pet sitters, Rover has heard just about every pet name there is. We dug through our data to find the most popular cat and dog names in Orlando this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.
Orlando’s Top Dog and Cat Names
Did your dog or cat’s name make the list?
Top 5 Male Dog Names
- Max
- Milo
- Cooper
- Charlie
- Rocky
Top 5 Female Dog Names
- Luna
- Bella
- Daisy
- Lola
- Lily
Top 5 Male Cat Names
- Oliver
- Simba
- Felix
- Milo
- Jasper
Top 5 Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Mia
- Lily
- Callie
- Chloe
What’s Trending
These cat and dog names have jumped up most in popularity this year. They showcase what’s gaining traction in Orlando.
- #1 Trending Dog Name: Elsa (up 782%)
- #1 Trending Cat Name: Fig (up 1,072%)
Orlando Pet Name Trends for 2022
Local food favorites unite: With Pennsylvania said to be the birthplace of the Pretzel, it’s no wonder the name is trending up 33% in Philly for dogs, while the famed sandwich, Philly, is trending down 42% this year. For cat parents, the name Hoagie trended up 122% this year.
Dog names inspired by favorite musicians including Billie [Eilish] (83%), Nipsey (49%), and Harry [Styles] (33%) were trending up in the city of love.
Founding fathers James Madison and Alexander Hamilton are as trendy as ever, the names Madison (183%) and Hamilton (83%) are trending up for dogs.
Inspired by legendary soul food cafe Ms. Tootsie’s, the name Tootsie is trending up 783% for dogs in Philadelphia.
Are cats the new babies for Philadelphians? Human names Ben (672%), Calvin (672%), Clyde (472%), Edith (372%), and Phil (172%) were among the top-trending for cats in 2022.
More Fun for Orlando’s Dogs and Cats
Orlando pet parents have plenty of options for dog-friendly activities, indoors and out. Check out some of our favorite options below.
- Dog’s Day Out: Orlando
- Top 16 Dog Beaches in Florida
- Top 5 Dog Parks in Orlando
- How to Adopt a Dog in Orlando
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