The 10 most popular dog names of 2021

Finally your pup is home - now to find the perfect name! Get inspired by the most popular dog names of 2021 and use our tips to choose a short, clear and unique name that suits your dog.

Top 10 most popular dog names (2021)

  1. Luna
  2. Max
  3. Jack
  4. Mila
  5. Bo
  6. Sky
  7. Milo
  8. Nala
  9. Lou
  10. Balou

Tips for choosing a dog name

1. Be inspired by series

Names from movies and series remain fun: think Fargo, Scooby or Dexter. Just be aware of the associations and choose a name that fits your dog's character.

2. Match with appearance or color

Fluffy, Goldie, Binkie or Dot: descriptive names always work. They can also sound nice in another language (such as Noir for black).

Adorable puppy looks into the camera

3. Favorite food or drink

Bailey, Whiskey or Nutella - why not? As long as it sounds sweet and screams easy, it's fine. (Maybe "stew" is just a little less practical.)

4. Keep the name short and sweet

Short names (Max, Bo) are faster to call and clearer to your dog. In emergency situations, this is especially important.

5. Avoid confusion with commands

Do not choose a name similar to "sit," "down" or "stay." For example, a name like "Sid" may cause confusion with "sit."

Dog looking happily at his owner

Still looking for additional inspiration or want to get a preliminary look at a
dog sitter in your area? Have fun with your new buddy!

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