Anyone who’s ever had a pet can tell you that choosing a name for your pet is no easy task. People view their pet as a part of the family, and so when it comes to naming their pet, many people take it seriously. Some even call choosing the right name for your pet an art— a science— an intuition. After all, the name you choose can say as much about you as the animal.
We all know choosing the right name is important, but have you ever wondered what everyone else thinks— or rather, have you ever wondered what the most common names for pets are? If so, you’ll be happy to learn that the most popular names given to cats and dogs in 2020 has been announced.
The list, shared by Rover, looks at tens of thousands of pets across the country and according to their database, these are the most popular names from this past year:
Top 10 Male Dog Names
1. Charlie
2. Max
3. Milo
4. Cooper
5. Leo
6. Buddy
7. Rocky
8. Bentley
9. Murphy
10. Tucker
Top 10 Female Dog Names
1. Bella
2. Luna
3. Lucy
4. Daisy
5. Molly
6. Lily
7. Stella
8. Maggie
9. Zoe
10. Lola