The Most Popular Dog and Cat Names in San Diego

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 2023 in San Diego 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 San Diego? 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 San Diego this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.

San Diego’s Top Dog and Cat Names

Did your dog or cat’s name make the list?

What’s Trending

These cat and dog names have jumped up most in popularity this year. They showcase what’s gaining traction in San Diego.

• #1 Trending Dog Name: Hurley (up 908%)
• #1 Trending Cat Name: Kai (up 815%)

San Diego Pet Name Trends for 2023

• The Padres are having a very good year. For dogs, Manny (Machado) is up 308%, while Tatis and Xander made the list for the first time.
• San Diego pet parents love the beach. For cats, Surf is up 193%, and Sandy is up 79%.
• Popular food-themed names in San Diego include Brew (up 56%), Tequila (up 43%), and Burrito (up 36%).
• Other trending names in San Diego are Torrey (up 66%) and Whaley (up 48%).

More Fun for San Diego’s Dogs and Cats

San Diego pet parents have plenty of options for dog-friendly activities, indoors and out. Check out some of our favorite options below.

• Where Can I Take My Dog Swimming Near San Diego?
• Top 10 Dog-Friendly Restaurants in San Diego
• Dog’s Day Out: San Diego
• Fun Merch to Personalize with Your Dog or Cat’s Name!

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