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 Tampa 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 Tampa? 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 Tampa this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.
Tampa’s Top Dog and Cat Names
Did your dog or cat’s name make the list?
Top 5 Male Dog Names
- Bandit
- Brady
- Lenny
- Thunder
- Sunshine
Top 5 Female Dog Names
- Luna
- Bella
- Lola
- Zoe
- Sunshine
Top 5 Male Cat Names
- Loki
- Oliver
- Boots
- Leo
- Milo
Top 5 Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Lily
- Cleo
- Nala
- Bella
What’s Trending
These cat and dog names have jumped up most in popularity this year. They showcase what’s gaining traction in Tampa.
- #1 Trending Dog Name: Jeter (up 1114%)
- #1 Trending Cat Name: Olive (up 818%)
Tampa Pet Name Trends for 2023
- Florida, especially Tampa, is known for its intense rain and thunderstorms. For cats, Lightning is up 8%, and Thunder is up 6%.
- Tampa is home to a massive Cuban population specializing in rolling cigars. Consequently, Cigar is a popular dog name in the area, up 198%.
- Manatees are famous in the Bay Area. Pet parents love naming their cats after this gentle giant. Manatee is up 293% this year.
- The Tampa Bay Bucs are a huge draw for the area and inspire dog and cat names in the city. For cats, Buc is up 593% and Gronk is up 218%.
More Fun for Tampa’s Dogs and Cats
Tampa pet parents have plenty of options for dog-friendly activities, indoors and out. Check out some of our favorite options below.
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