Revealed: Top pet names of the year – as cat and dog owners increasingly name their animals after politicians

The country’s most popular pet names for 2024 have been revealed – and it seems pet parents are taking inspiration from the stars – and their favorite culinary treats – when it comes to naming their furry friends.

TrustedHousesitters, the global pet sitting platform, has unveiled its annual Pet Name Study, to find the most popular pet names across Britain.

After analyzing more than 120,000 pet names, the data showed that traditional favorite names, such as Luna and Poppy, remain ever popular, while more eccentric names, such as Crumble, Pickle and Boris, have become increasingly prominent.

However, the heavenly-inspired Luna has risen to the top spot for common pet names in Britain, after ranking as the most popular name for cats and the second most popular for dogs.

Meanwhile, when it comes to canines, traditional favorite Poppy still reigns supreme, followed by Luna and Bella.

Following Luna’s ranking as number one on the list of top cat names, other popular choices include Coco, Bella and Milo.

The survey also found that pet owners are becoming increasingly creative when naming their four-legged friends.

This year has seen a rise in the number of quirky names, such as Crumble – up 3,796 percent in popularity since last year – and Pickle, which has seen a 515 percent increase in popularity.

The literary-inspired Bronte has seen a significant increase of 1,848 percent, while Bertie has grown remarkably in popularity – up 2,961 percent – ​​and, despite political associations, Boris has seen a 351 percent increase this year.

In addition, a number of new pet names have appeared, including Twiglet and Mungo – which may have been inspired by the bestselling novel ‘Young Mungo’.

The research also revealed a growing trend of food-inspired names, with Pepper leading the way as the most popular culinary name for both cats and dogs, followed closely by Olive and Honey.

The data also shows that some quintessentially British – and Scottish – food and drink choices are gaining popularity, including Crumpet, Marmite and Whiskey.

Angela Laws, Head of Community at TrustedHousesitters, said: ‘Every year our pet name research reveals fascinating insights into the names pet owners choose for their beloved companions.

Following Luna’s ranking as number one on the list of top cat names, other popular choices include Coco, Bella and Milo

“It’s fascinating to see how pet naming trends evolve. While classic names like Bella and Charlie remain popular, we’re seeing a wave of more unique and playful choices.”

Laws added: ‘We’re seeing a real trend towards names that reflect British culture and foods.

“It seems that pet owners use their furry friends’ names as a form of expression, whether it’s showing off their humor or their favorite treats.”

Last year, Everypaw Pet Insurance found that the three strangest pet names in Britain are ‘Ham and Cheese Toastie’, ‘Albus Dumblepaws’ and ‘Baguette’.

Popular foods and famous fictional characters seem to be the inspiration behind the majority of bizarre pet names.