The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names. Topping out both lists is Luna, which means "moon" in Latin and refers to the Roman goddess of the moon. (Getty Images)
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names.
The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names. Topping out both lists is Luna, which means "moon" in Latin and refers to the Roman goddess of the moon.
Besides being the top dog name of all time, Luna is the top female dog name for 2025. For male dogs, Charlie is the most popular name for 2025. (Rover.com)
Top Dog names of 2025
The popular dog names range from time-tested classics to unique ones.
Besides being the top dog name of all time, Luna is the top female dog name for 2025. For male dogs, Charlie is the most popular name for 2025.
Luna remains the top cat name of all time and the top female name for 2025. Milo is the top male name for 2025. (Rover.com)
Top Cat names of 2025
There are time-tested cat names all unique in their own way.
Luna remains the top cat name of all time and the top female name for 2025. Milo is the top male name for 2025.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen runs the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals at Highmark Stadium on Dec. 7, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images)
Sports icons inspire pet names
Rover.com says many pet parents who are sports fans honor their favorite teams by naming their pet after their favorite athlete.
Top sports icon dog names
- Arch
- Josh Allen
- Saquon
- Flagg
- Scottie
Top sports icon cat names
- Josh Allen
- Jalen
- Manning
- Luka
- Marchy
Study methodology
Rover.com surveyed 1,000 pet parents and found that 33% of pet parents already had a name in mind when they got their pet, while nearly half, 45%, of pet parents chose a name based on their pet’s personality or appearance. The survey also showed that 54% of parents let their children name the family pet.
The Source: Information in this article was provided by Rover.com. This story was reported from Orlando.