Choosing a name for your new puppy is an exciting time for some, but frustrating for others. Check out the top 20 dog names for male and female dogs to get some ideas.
So you've just brought home a little ball of fur that is a puppy and it now needs a name. Sometimes a name comes easily to new pet owners and they may even have a name picked out before they even go into the pet store. For others, choosing a puppy name may be a more difficult decision as they want to make the right choice.
Your dog is a very important member of the family. He is there for you during the good times, and most importantly, he is there for you during the bad times. So don't you think he deserves a great name? That is why it's important to take your time choosing the right name for your new puppy. You may want to get to know your puppy a little bit before giving her a name to make sure you've made the right decision.
Some people choose to give their pet a name based on their physical characteristics such as Blackie, Scruffy or Spot. Others like to use their pets' personality traits as inspiration for a name, such as Fireball or Puddles.
Choosing a Puppy Name
Currently most people have been naming their puppies using real people names because they think of their pets as true members of the family. It's as if they are little people just like us. That's why the trend for 2008-2009 is to name your dog based on people names.
These names work great for dogs of all breeds and sizes. If you're stuck for ideas, check out the latest most popular dog names for male and female dogs. According to Veterinary Pet Insurance, Max and Bella top their 100 most popular dog names list for 2008. If you want to see some of the other names that made the list, see below:
Most Popular Male Dog Names
1. Max
2. Buddy
3. Rocky
4. Bailey
5. Jake
6. Charlie
7. Jack
8. Toby
9. Cody
10. Buster
11. Duke
12. Cooper
13. Riley
14. Harley
15. Bear
16. Tucker
17. Murphy
18. Lucky
19. Oliver
20. Same
Most Popular Female Dog Names
1. Bella
2. Molly
3. Lucy
4. Maggie
5. Daisy
6. Sophie
7. Sadie
8. Chloe
9. Bailey
10. Lola
11. Zoe
12. Abby
13. Ginger
14. Roxy
15. Gracie
16. Coco
17. Sasha
18. Lily
19. Angel
20. Princess
The list includes the top 50 dog names for males and females, which you can view here. If none of these names suit your tastes then why not give your dog an original and unique name? Something that suites only your puppy. Just make sure its a name you won't might yelling out in public.
For information on the most popular puppy breeds, such as Schnoodles, check out the top 10 dog breeds for the 2009 year.
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Cool dog names... eh? I Love the 1st Female name, "Bella", it
reminds me of Twilight...! :) <3
May 27, 2009 9:38 AM
Guest :
my dogs name is #20!! on the females list!!
Jun 10, 2009 10:44 AM
Guest :
my dogs name is FLower u should put it on there
Jun 13, 2009 3:10 PM
Guest :
My dogs name in iliash post that name that name is most popular in
germany
Jul 11, 2009 6:08 PM
Guest :
just got a new puppy! dontt knoww what to nameee heree!!!
Jul 13, 2009 1:44 AM
Guest :
well my dog is a border collie and his name is tipp n its not even on there
:@
Jul 14, 2009 1:13 PM
Guest :
I LOVE THE NAME DAISY
Aug 4, 2009 2:05 AM
Guest :
My dogs name is junior and junior is a good name so post that up there and
hi everyone!!!!
Aug 7, 2009 2:45 PM
Guest :
i just got a puppy and i even know what 2 name her
Aug 11, 2009 7:50 PM
Guest :
my dogs name is Zero
Sep 7, 2009 7:17 AM
Guest :
I think Lady is the best name for a dog. It is elegant, and it sounds
gracefull.Not like Molly. I think that is a dumb name.
Sep 15, 2009 10:30 AM
Guest :
my dog is named brownie he is a chihuahua dachshund mix
Sep 24, 2009 3:36 PM
Guest :
I think timmy should be a name.
Sep 27, 2009 2:11 AM
Guest :
i don't know what should i name for him he is a boy but i love the name of
murphy and i also love the name of cody i dont know what should i name
???
Sep 27, 2009 2:14 AM
Guest :
my dog's name is boguard i think that is the most popular name here in
phil. but i'm not sure!!!!
Oct 14, 2009 8:20 PM
Guest :
my dog name is koko how about that
Oct 20, 2009 12:05 AM
Guest :
my dog is number 10 for female Lola my dog is aka lollypop
Oct 22, 2009 10:06 AM
Guest :
myy doggs namee is #1 onn the femmalee list!
Oct 28, 2009 2:03 PM
Guest :
my dogs name is Henry and I think that is the best name ever! It is so cute
plus elegant. I think that if I ever get a girl dog I will name it Lady
because both are elegant (as someone all ready said,) plus it sounds like a
pair from ENGLAND!! :) :) :) :)
Oct 28, 2009 2:04 PM
Guest :
my schnoodles name is HENRY!! Before I knew that there was a writer with
this name, I named his middle name JAMES!! Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha :) :)
Nov 2, 2009 4:48 PM
Guest :
my dog name is jada and that is a better name than all of your dogs
