MOST POPULAR DOG NAMES OF 2023: Male & Female Dog Names

Oh, We Love Our Dogs, Eh?

My Mary Lee and I have a happy marriage and it’s four dogs old.

First it was Yukon King, a husky who used to leap on unsuspecting mice like a silent cat. And spooked our neighbours with his wolf howls in the night.

Brandy, a mixed Black Labrador who lived to run down the driveway when she heard the school bus. She loved tobogganing with the kids down snowy hills.

Mocha, a German Shepherd. A Gentle Giant who loved us all and watched the woodlands around us for coyotes. Her roaring freight-train charges sent ’em flying.

And now Bella, our buff Cocker Spaniel, our dog of constant tail wags. And morning kisses. (See Below!)

Their names, just like our cats’ names, were always a matter of deep consideration. They all had to be just right.

You too, I bet.

Dogs names have always been a kind of fashion statement.

When Queen Victoria called her new puppy Sharp, Sharp became one of the most popular canine names in the British Empire.

Other names through the years have been the eternal Rover, as well as Rex, Bob, Rolf, Pickles, Spot, Shep and Fido. Top names for black dogs were Shadow and Raven.

Fictional faves included Buck, Lassie, Kazan, Toto, Rinty, Red, Benji, Duke and Snoopy.

What puppy names are hot now?

BREAKING CANINE NEWS! “The American Kennel Club is excited to announce its list of the most popular dog names of 2023.”

Gina DiNardo, AKC’s Executive Secretary, announced, “Choosing a name is a very personal and meaningful decision for dog owners. Dogs are an integral part of our families. People take great care in naming their pet and it’s fun to see if the name fits the dog’s personality.”

According to AKC registration statistics and Canine Partners enrollments, “Luna and Max once again lead the pack as the most popular girl’s and boy’s names of 2023, respectively. Climbing the list this year for boy’s names is Charlie, which took the number two spot from Milo.”

Gina concluded, “Maggie rose this year to number four from number eight in 2022. Dropping off last year’s list at the bottom for girls was Stormy and Yoda for boys.”

The top 10 dog names for 2023 were:

FEMALE PUPPY NAMES

Luna
Bella
Daisy
Maggie
Willow
Lucy
Bailey
Rosie
Sadie
Lola

MALE PUPPY NAMES

Max
Charlie
Cooper
Teddy
Milo
Ollie
Bear
Rocky
Finn
Leo

So there are the Top Dog Names of the Year! If you’re getting a new puppy, Have Fun!

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Most Popular Dog Names Question:

Q Can you change a dog’s name?
A Yes. Although the earlier you do it, the quicker your puppy will catch on that they’ve got a new name. “Oh, that’s me!”

About the American Kennel Club:

“Founded in 1884, the American Kennel Club is a not-for-profit organization. It maintains the largest registry of purebred dogs in the world. And oversees the sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The AKC is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function.

“Along with its more than 5,000 licensed and member clubs and its affiliated organizations, the AKC advocates for the purebred dog as a family companion. Advances canine health and well-being. Works to protect the rights of all dog owners. And promotes responsible dog ownership.

“More than 26,000 competitions for AKC-registered purebred and mixed breed dogs are held under AKC rules and regulations each year. These include conformation, agility, obedience, rally, tracking, herding, lure coursing, coonhound events, hunt tests, field and Earthdog tests.”

Affiliate AKC organizations include:

“The AKC Humane Fund, AKC Canine Health Foundation, AKC Reunite, the AKC Museum of the Dog, and the AKC Purebred Preservation Bank. For more information, visit www.akc.org. Become a fan of the American Kennel Club on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @americankennelclub.”

SOURCE The American Kennel Club, Inc., PRNewswire & Civilized Bears.

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