The Most Popular Dog and Cat Names in San Jose

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 Jose 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 Jose? 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 Jose this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.

San Jose’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 Jose.

• #1 Trending Dog Name: Miso (up 911%)
• #1 Trending Cat Name: Angel (up 514%)

San Jose Pet Name Trends for 2023

• Names that give you the shakes are trending down; Quake and Earthquake have both fallen down the list.
• Adobe, the company responsible for Photoshop, Acrobat, and much more, is headquartered in San Jose. It’s also a popular name for dogs, up 125%.
• Beach-themed names are all the rage in San Jose for cats and dogs. Barracuda is up 193%, and Shark is up 57%, while Wave is a new addition to the list.
• San Jose has a storied history with the Gold Rush. Consequently, the precious metal is a popular pet name in the city, up 193%.

More Fun for San Jose’s Dogs and Cats

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

• The Top 7 Dog Parks in San Jose, CA
• 7 Best Dog Friendly Pubs in San Jose, Ca
• 6 Best Dog Friendly Hikes Near San Jose, CA
• Fun Merch to Personalize with Your Dog or Cat’s Name!

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