America’s most-popular dog names for 2025 have been revealed. Many believe a pup’s name can tell you a lot about their owner. Stephen Zawistowski, an animal behaviorist with the ASPCA, is a firm ...

Naming a family dog is the ultimate group project, one that kids and adults take pretty seriously. Working together, each person tosses out their favs, whether silly (Goober?) or sweet (Clover!). This ...

Just like baby names, dog names ebb and flow in popularity each year depending on pop culture, traditions and more. One year, you may run into dozens of dogs named Ollie at the dog park, just for lots ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Naming a pet is a venerated family tradition. In case ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of most popular dog names, and Max and Luna have beaten other contestants to claim the top spot. The not-for-profit organization, which touts itself ...

Move over, Fido! According to the stats, it hasn't ranked among the top 10 dog names in years. The American Kennel Club crunched the numbers, and coming in at number one is Luna for female dogs and ...

Picking the perfect name for your new dog is a big decision—one that reflects personality, family culture, and sometimes even the latest pop culture craze. After all, it’s a name you’ll be calling out ...