A new study dove into the most popular pet names of 2025, and in the cat world, one name remained on top for a second consecutive year. TrustedHousesitters, a pet-sitting platform, gathered data from ...

Parents around the world and in the U.S. have long debated what makes a name “popular.” A recent study done by NameKun analyzing 139 countries revealed which names dominate the international stage, ...

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 ...

Once again, the most popular names for babies born in the United States are Liam and Olivia—2024 marks the sixth consecutive year both names topped the lists. The second most popular names, Emma and ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. So long, Max. There’s a new top dog (name).

Truth: Americans love their pets—and dogs most of all, per a recent survey from the American Pet Products Association (APPA), which tallied 68 million canines in U.S. homes in 2025. We happily spend ...

A century ago, the most popular names for boys were classic choices John, William, and James. For girls, it was Mary, Helen, and Dorothy. These names continued to stay at the top of the charts for ...