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 2025 in Nashville and across the US.
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 Nashville, Tennessee? Maybe your dog’s name is also within the top 100 dog names 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 Nashville this year, along with trending picks. Check ‘em out.
Nashville Top Dog and Cat Names
Did your dog or cat’s name make the list?
Top 5 Dog Names
- Charlie
- Daisy
- Bear
- Luna
- Bella
Top 5 Cat Names
- Cleo
- Lily
- Luna
- Oliver
- Kitty
What’s Trending
These cat and dog names have jumped up most in popularity this year. They showcase what’s gaining traction in this city.
- Top 3 Trending Dog Names:
- Nellie (212%)
- Nola (197%)
- Cookie (157%)
- Top 3 Trending Cat Names:
- Lily (130%)
- Daisy (119%)
- Lucy (84%)
Nashville Dog and Cat Name Trends for 2025
- Names inspired by iconic country musicians are on the rise in Nashville this year. Willy, Hank, and Dolly are all trending.
- Famous cats inspired Nashville cat parents. Felix and Binx are both on the list.
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