Did you recently bring home a brand-new puppy—or are you thinking about it? If so, you know choosing the perfect name can be ruff! After all, you want it to be cute, charming, and a perfect match for your dog’s personality. However, that’s easier said than done.
To lend you a helping paw, Trusted Housesitters released their annual Pet Name Study—an insightful look into nearly 100,000 pet names registered on their platform. On it, they reveal the top dog name for 2025 as well as the 25 most popular dog names.
So, whether you’re curious to see what fellow dog moms and dads are naming their pups, want to find out if its the name you gave your dog, or you’re hunting for ideas—and maybe want to avoid the most common name to make yours extra unique—you need to check out this list!
The top dog name for 2025
While there are countless names out there, there’s one dog parents are loving more than others. This year, the pet name that has won everyone over is Luna! It has officially claimed the top spot as the most popular dog name for 2025—and it’s easy to see why.
With its soft, celestial charm and magical vibe, Luna strikes a balance between sweet and stylish. The name’s popularity has been fueled in part by Luna Lovegood, the quirky and beloved character from Harry Potter, as well as a general rise in mystical, nature-inspired names. It’s a name that’s truly enchanted people.
25 most popular dog names for 2025
There’s no denying there there are tons of adorable puppy names to choose between—from classics to irresistibly adorable options and pop culture favorites. While Luna takes the top dog name for 2025, there are several other popular ones. See which ones Trusted Housesitters says made the 25 most popular dog names for 2025, below.
1. Luna
2. Bella
3. Lucy
4. Charlie
5. Daisy
6. Rosie
7. Cooper
8. Sadie
9. Bailey
10. Max
11. Lola
12. Ruby
13. Buddy
14. Penny
15. Stella
16. Molly
17. Coco
18. Scout
19. Maggie
20. Lily
21. Sophie
22. Teddy
23. Olive
24. Finn
25. Ollie
