Drum roll please - our results on the top US pet names of 2024 are in! We’ve analyzed over 120,000 pet names registered here at TrustedHousesitters, and we’re finally ready to share them with you.
So, if you’ve recently welcomed a new furry family member into your pack and you’re on the lookout for a new moniker, look no further than our list of the most popular pet names in the United States. Explore below for the most popular cat names and the top dog names of 2024.
US top pet names 2024 study: Key headlines
- Luna reigns as the most popular female dog name.
- Charlie is the most popular male dog name - a classic for a reason.
- Bella, Charlie and Daisy follow closely behind Luna and Charlie.
- Amber emerged as a new favorite among dog names, with a growth of 184% since 2023.
- Meeko increased a whopping 160% in popularity.
- Sweetie is 143% more popular this year, in comparison to 2023.
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US top dog names of 2024
If it’s a new canine companion you’ve recently welcomed into your home, look no further, fellow pet parent! Explore below for the most popular American dog names of 2024.
- Luna
- Bella
- Lucy
- Charlie
- Daisy
- Bailey
- Cooper
- Rosie
- Lola
- Max
- Penny
- Sadie
- Ruby
- Coco
- Milo
- Stella
- Buddy
- Maggie
- Teddy
- Lily
Most popular cat names of 2024
Maybe it’s a new feline companion that’s come to rule over your household? If you still haven’t found the right moniker for your new Queen, explore America’s most popular cat names below.
- Luna
- Lucy
- Leo
- Milo
- Bella
- Charlie
- Oliver
- Loki
- Cleo
- Sophie
- Max
- Coco
- Frankie
- Lily
- Kitty
- Daisy
- Olive
- Oscar
- Simon
- Gracie
Top US pet names 2024: most improved
It’s not all about winning in life, and the same applies to the top dog names of 2024! Take a look below to explore the highest climbers since 2023.
- Amber
- Meeko
- Sweetie
- Mookie
- Fenway
- Rue
- King
- Bindi
- Monty
- Kaia
US popular cat names based on American pop culture
Got a favorite film, TV show or book that you’re burning to name your new kitty after? Take a look below for inspiration on pop culture cat names, and see if you can guess where they’re from!
- Garfield
- Tom
- Aristocat
- Azrael
- Mochi
- Fat Louie
- Binx
- Bagpuss
- Kitty
- Snowbell
- Felix
- Sylvester
- Figaro
- Berlioz
- Toulouse
- Tigger
- Duchess
- Thomas O’Malley
- Clawhauser
- Dragon
US popular dog names based on American pop culture
The US is simply steeped in pop culture, so why not check out these American dog names to call your new pooch? You never know - you might find yours in next year's list of trending pet names. Test yourself and see if you can guess (before searching) the dog breed and where they’re from...
- Perdita
- Pongo
- Odie
- Bruiser
- Toto
- Lucky
- Marley
- Buster
- Milo
- Scrappy
- Bettleheim
- Argos
- Pilot
- Timmy
- Clifford
- Slinky
- Snoopy
- Pepper
- Patch
- Freckles
Who were the dogs and cats in our study?
Now you’re equipped to name your new furry family member, it might have occurred to you to wonder exactly who these 120,000 pets are who took part in our study.
Well you’re in the right place for an answer, fellow pet lover. Each of the pets’ owners are members of the community here at TrustedHousesitters. And they’re all here for their shared belief that pets are happier when looked after at home, in the care of a verified, loving pet sitter.
Yup, as members of our community, pet parents connect with verified, in-home pet sitters to keep their furry family members safe and cared-for, where vets agree they’re happiest (home, of course).
And if connecting with in-home pet sitters over sending your fur babies off to catteries and kennels sounds like something you might be interested in, take a look below to find out how it works.
How to connect with pet sitters
