DNA My Dog Releases Annual List of 2025's Most Popular Dog Names

New report reveals the top names chosen by North American dog owners and the trends behind them.

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - DNA My Dog, a leading provider of canine DNA testing and breed identification services, has announced its annual list of the most popular dog names for 2025. With over 40% of North American households now sharing their lives with a dog, naming trends — based on real-world choices made by dog owners — offer insight into the preferences and cultural influences shaping pet ownership today.

"A dog's name is rarely random — it's usually chosen with a lot of love and a little intuition," said Mindy Tenenbaum, CEO of DNA My Dog. "For many families who adopt their dog, that means keeping the name their dog already responds to. Either way, these trends reflect how deeply people see their dogs as part of the family."

The rankings are based on analysis of thousands of DNA My Dog customer profiles, drawn from one of the largest collections of dog naming data in North America.

Top Female Dog Names of 2025

Bella
Daisy
Luna
Lucy
Maggie
Lilly
Mabel
Nala
Olive
Piper

Top Male Dog Names of 2025

Charlie
Bear
Milo
Buddy
Cooper
Gunner
Hank
Henry
Max
Murphy

Naming Trends That Defined 2025

DNA My Dog's data revealed several key trends:

• Vintage names like Mabel and Hank made a major comeback
  
  
• Nature-inspired choices such as Daisy, Olive, and Lilly continued to rise
  
  
• Human names stayed strong, especially Charlie, Henry, and Lucy
  
  
• Pop culture influence kept Nala and Luna high on the list
  
  
• Short, easily recognized names remained popular for training and communication

About DNA My Dog
DNA My Dog is a leader in canine genetic testing, offering breed identification, genetic age testing, and canine allergy testing. With a mission to strengthen the bond between pets and their families, DNA My Dog provides fast, accurate, and affordable insights into every dog's unique genetic makeup.

SOURCE DNA My Dog