Naming your new pet is such a massive deal and it's something all pet parents have had to deal with even if their name isn't what you end up calling them. Usually, it's a nickname or something completely unrelated.
Even so, TrustedHousesitters compiled all of the most popular pet names for both cats and dogs in 2024. In looking at the dog names, there is one franchise that came to mind but honestly, it could be something totally different.
Regardless, I wanted to take a look and share some of the most popular dog and cat names from 2024. TrustedHousesitters also shared some of the trending names for 2024 and once you see those, you'll see just how much pop culture is playing into some of these names.
No matter if you're adding to your family with a new pet or just want to stay on top of the trends, then these popular dog and cat names will have you questioning just how popular certain things were in 2024.
These were the most popular dog names in 2024.
Starting with dogs, the most popular pet name for dogs in 2024 was Luna. Honestly, I can see this as it feels like you know at least one person with a dog named Luna. Unfortunately, I couldn't find a picture of Luna Lovegood to use. Instead, we have to talk about two Twilight-related names, making the list which are Bella at #2 and Charlie at #4. While Edward and Jacob didn't make the list, that connection to Twilight was too good not to mention.
Some of the other popular names for female dogs in 2024 were Daisy, Rosie, Lucy, and Stella. Then for male dogs, some popular names were Cooper, Max, Buddy, and Teddy. There are just certain pet names that stick and it feels like names like Daisy, Max and Buddy are always going to be popular no matter what.
However, that's the great thing about either having a dog since you were little or getting one with your little ones. Names can come and go but there are certain classic picks everyone will go with. With dogs out of the way though, it's time to talk about some of the popular cat names from 2024.
These were the popular cat names for 2024.
As with dogs, the most popular name for cats in 2024 was Luna with Lucy finishing just behind. No matter if it's Lucy Score fans, Peanuts lovers or I Love Lucy watchers, that's a good name for a kitty cat. L's were incredibly popular for cats as Leo landed as the top name for male cats while Loki and Lily also made the cut.
Some of the other names on the list included Milo, Charlie, Loki, Oscar, and Simon. For female cats, some popular names were Bella, Cleo, Coco, Gracie and Kitty. I had to save the best for last because Kitty is such a simple yet great name. Obviously, that name is so popular because kids just love saying "kitty" when talking about cats so why not go with something simple for your cat?
Last, but not least, there were some pet names that gained new life after 2023 and are now trending into 2024 and the new year. At the top of the list is Amber which is one I never thought would make this list but here we are. Some other trending names are Meeko, Mookie, Rue and Kaia.