A new puppy at home? Then the search for the perfect name begins. But what are the most popular dog names this year? In this overview, we share the most popular names for male and female dogs, and provide inspiration for original choices.
Why the right name is important
You use a dog's name every day, often dozens of times. So it should be a name that:
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Easy to pronounce is
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Short and powerful sound (preferably 1 or 2 syllables)
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Suitable for your dog's character and appearance
Most Popular Dog Names of 2025 for Male Dogs
These are the most chosen names for male dogs this year:
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Max
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Buddy
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Milo
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Diesel
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Simba
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Rocky
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Charlie
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Thief
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Bruno
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Finn
This year's most popular dog names for female dogs
And these are the most popular names for female dogs:
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Luna
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Bella
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Nala
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Zara
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Daisy
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Lola
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Mila
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Nova
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Pippa
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Saartje
Trends in dog names
What stands out this year?
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Short, cool names (Max, Boef, Finn) remain popular.
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Sweet names (Luna, Bella, Daisy) are gaining ground.
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Names from movies and series such as Simba ( The Lion King ) and Nala are trending.
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Human names are also increasingly being given to dogs, such as Mila or Charlie.
Tips for choosing an original dog name
Don't want the same name as half the dog park? Consider this:
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Names based on your hobby (e.g. Pixel, Jazz, Taco)
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Foreign names (e.g. Kyoto, Bella, Paco)
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Names with meaning (e.g. Hope, Lucky, Storm)
Extra tip
Are you getting a second or even a third dog? Then choose a name that sounds very different from the other one. This prevents confusion, as your dog will only listen to the sound, not the exact name.
Conclusion
Whether you choose a popular name or an original twist, the most important thing is that the name suits you and your dog.
