According to Rover.com’s 12th Annual Most Popular Pet Names and Trends Report, pet owners in Austin are making inventive decisions when it comes to naming their pets. The trends in the city showcase a distinctive mix of local influence and contemporary culture, from regional inspirations to pop culture sensations. Highlights from Austin The #1 trending […]
According to Rover.com’s 12th Annual Most Popular Pet Names and Trends Report, pet owners in Austin are making inventive decisions when it comes to naming their pets. The trends in the city showcase a distinctive mix of local influence and contemporary culture, from regional inspirations to pop culture sensations.
Highlights from Austin
- The #1 trending name for dogs in Austin is Dot, witnessing a remarkable increase of 575%.
- The #1 trending name for cats is Minnie, which surged by 580%.
- Names inspired by cartoons such as Bandit (+363%), Chloe (+180%), and Winnie (+141%) are gaining popularity.
- References to Southern culture are returning with names like Opie (from The Andy Griffith Show) and Delta (from Tanya Tucker’s Delta Dawn), both up by 291%.
National Pet Name Trends
The report also highlighted trends in pet naming across the country:
- Bluey, the adored cartoon character, emerged as the top trending name overall, rising 58% for dogs and 122% for cats.
- Names inspired by food like Calzone, Chive, and Provolone each surged by 211%, tying for the top trending dog names.
- Pop culture icons and sports stars remain influential, with Taylor Swift (+461% for dogs, +459% for cats) and basketball sensation Wemby (+127%) at the forefront.
Research Methodology
Rover evaluated millions of pet names submitted by users from September to October 2024, highlighting the year-over-year growth and showcasing Austin’s distinct trends alongside national favorites.
To explore the complete list of trending pet names, visit Rover.com.
