10 most popular dog names of 2025 and many overlap with human names

This month, many families will be welcoming new four-legged members in honour of ‘Adopt a Dog Month’, which is taking place for the whole of October. And those looking for a new pet may be interested in the most popular dog names of this year, which have just been released, as reports the Daily Record.

The puppy and dog training app Woofz has crunched its global data to reveal the most popular dog names of 2025, showing that pet parents are leaning toward short, human-style names. From soft, vowel-heavy sounds (which dogs respond to best) to floral names and classic titles, these new findings show the latest dog-naming trends. You may be looking for inspiration for a new fluffy member of your family, or are intrigued to know if your own doggy’s title has made the cut. Read on for the top five names for male dogs and female dogs this year.

Luna

Made famous by the quirky Harry Potter character Luna Lovegood, this gorgeous feminine name refers to the Roman goddess of the Moon. A pooch with a unique personality will suit this name.

Bella

Bella means ‘beautiful’ in Italian, Latin and Spanish. Those with a gorgeous-looking pooch are likely to opt for this popular name.

Daisy

One of two floral names that made the list, this title of course refers to the pretty white wildflowers that scatter grassy plains in summer. A cute white pooch such as a Bichon Frise would suit the name Daisy.

Lucy

Lucy remains a beloved choice for girls in the UK, deriving from the Latin term for ‘light’, which is ‘lux’, according to naming specialists at The Bump. The name represents hope, radiance, and enlightenment.

Lily

This botanical name continues to charm parents of baby girls, serving as a symbol of purity, innocence, and perfection. A well-mannered pup would be perfectly suited to this beautiful name.

Max

This crisp and punchy name signifies ‘the greatest’ in Latin, according to The Bump, making it ideal for a robust breed or a canine with a resolute character.

Whilst it proved a favourite choice for male dogs, Max remains a gender-neutral name that works equally well for female dogs.

Charlie

Continuing the trend of human names for canines, Charlie emerged as another leading contender for male dog names this year.

Royal enthusiasts might choose this informal version of King Charles’ name, though Charlie can also signify ‘free man’ or ‘warrior’.

Cooper

This more distinctive name from the selection has English roots and chiefly means “barrel maker” or “cask maker”. It also connects to the charming Scottish town of Cupar.

Milo

Milo stems from the ancient Germanic name Miles, and means ‘merciful’ or ‘soldier’. A gentle and courageous pup would be well-suited to this distinguished name.

Teddy

Naturally, a brown fluffy dog such as a Pomeranian would be the ideal match for this endearing name. This moniker is a shortened form of Theodore, which means ‘gift of God’ in Greek.