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 2021 in Phoenix 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 Phoenix? 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 Phoenix this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.
Phoenix’s Top Dog and Cat Names
Did your dog or cat’s name make the list?
Top 5 Male Dog Names
- Max
- Charlie
- Buddy
- Milo
- Rocky
Top 5 Female Dog Names
- Bella
- Luna
- Lucy
- Daisy
- Zoe
Top 5 Male Cat Names
- Oliver
- Leo
- Charlie
- Simba
- Jack
Top 5 Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Lily
- Lucy
- Bella
- Kitty
What’s Trending
These cat and dog names have jumped up most in popularity this year. They showcase what’s gaining traction in Phoenix.
#1 Trending Dog Name: Yoshi (+2,225%)
#1 Trending Cat Name: Leia (+911%)
Phoenix Pet Name Trends for 2021
- Disney-influenced names were trending for dogs in Phoenix, with Casper, Moana, and Simba trending up by 475%, 425%, and 131%, respectively.
- For the first time, we saw pandemic-inspired dog names including Covid and Dolly Parton on the list.
- The top trending food-inspired name for cats was Pickles, trending up by 611% in 2021.
- Travel-inspired names were big for cats in 2021 with London, Denver, China and Paris new to the list.
- Names from the Marvel Universe were popular this year, with Harley Quinn, Thanos, and Chadwick new to the list for cats.
More Fun for Phoenix’s Dogs and Cats
Phoenix pet parents have plenty of options for dog-friendly activities, indoors and out. Check out some of our favorite options below.
Need Care for Your Cat or Dog?
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