There’s nothing quite like looking into your new pet’s eyes and choosing the perfect name that feels, well, perfect. Whether you’re basing it on your pet’s personality, your favorite author, TV character, or sports figure, or your current obsession, it’s got to be just right. And that’s fortunate, since you’ll likely end up hollering it across the house about a million times.
Which dog and cat names are popular this year in Phoenix? Did your pet’s name make the top 5 locally? Or maybe even the top 100 in the country? As the nation’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
- Cooper
- Duke
Top 5 Female Dog Names
- Bella
- Luna
- Lucy
- Daisy
- Bailey
Top 5 Male Cat Names
- Leo
- Oliver
- Charlie
- Max
- Simba
Top 5 Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Bella
- Kitty
- Lucy
- Cleo
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: Juneau
- #1 Trending Cat Name: Kiki
Phoenix Pet Name Trends for 2019
- Extra cheese, please: Phoenix residents apparently love cheese! Dogs named Nacho are up 150%, Queso is up 400% and Cheese itself is up 200%.
- Smoking Hot: Cats named Smokey increased by 1100% in Phoenix.
More Fun for Phoenix’s Dogs
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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