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British pet names: 2024’s most popular UK pet names

TrustedHousesitters blog author - Hayley Ward
Hayley Ward
October 21, 20244 min read
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The results are in! We’ve crunched the numbers and we’re ready to report on our study that reveals 2024’s most popular British pet names.

We’ve analysed over 120,000 pet names registered here at TrustedHousesitters, and to no surprise, the nation’s pet parents are increasingly outlandish (and often stereotypically British!) when it comes to naming their new furry friends.

So whether you’re a feline enthusiast or there’s a new (nameless) canine companion at home, take a look below to find out 2024’s most popular UK pet names and naturally, a few more for inspiration (and good measure) below. But first, hear from Angela Laws, our Head of Community.

"While classic names like Bella and Charlie remain popular, we're seeing a surge in more unique and playful choices"

Our British pet names study 2024: Key headlines

  • ‘Poppy’ remains 2024’s most popular dog name.
  • ‘Luna’ is 2024’s most popular cat name.
  • Food-inspired British pet names have become increasingly popular, with ‘Crumble’ and ‘Crumpet’ creeping into the mix - is The Great British Bake Off to be held responsible?
  • ‘Pepper’ is the most popular UK pet name for both dogs and cats, with 'Olive' and 'Honey' running closely behind along with ‘Marmite’ and ‘Whisky’.
  • ‘Rover’ and ‘Fluffy’ are still popular in the UK - classics for a reason.

2024 top British dog names

Naming the new canine companion in your life, and need some inspiration? Take a look below at the top British dog names in our study.

  1. Poppy
  2. Luna
  3. Bella
  4. Lola
  5. Daisy
  6. Ruby
  7. Alfie
  8. Willow
  9. Molly
  10. Coco
  11. Monty
  12. Teddy
  13. Rosie
  14. Charlie
  15. Mabel
  16. Milo
  17. Bertie
  18. Bailey
  19. Max
  20. Tilly

2024 top British cat names

Welcomed a new feline friend into your life, and need a moniker to match? Get some inspiration below for the top British cat names in our 2024 study.

  1. Luna
  2. Coco
  3. Bella
  4. Milo
  5. Charlie
  6. Lola
  7. Monty
  8. Lily
  9. Loki
  10. Oscar
  11. Leo
  12. Poppy
  13. Willow
  14. Cleo
  15. Max
  16. Tilly
  17. Alfie
  18. Millie
  19. George
  20. Molly
"We're seeing a real trend towards names that reflect British culture and foods" - Angela

British culture and food-inspired pet names

The British really are obsessed with food, and it’s clear from the UK’s pet names of 2024! Take a look below at this year’s most popular pet names that reflect the nation’s love for food and British culture.

  • Crumble: Up 3,796% in popularity since last year. 
  • Twiglet: A new entry in the top growing names. 
  • Pickle: This cheeky name saw a 515% increase in popularity. 
  • Bronte: Literary-inspired, showing a significant 1,848% increase. 
  • Mungo: A new entry, possibly inspired by the bestselling novel "Young Mungo". 
  • Pepper: This name leads the pack as the most popular food-related name for both cats and dogs, followed closely by 'Olive' and 'Honey'.
  • Boris: Despite political associations, this name saw a 351% increase. 
  • Bertie: Growing significantly in popularity, up 2,961%.

British culture and food-inspired pet name ideas

  1. Custard
  2. Bramley
  3. Hotpot
  4. Gravy
  5. Pudding 
  6. Crumpet
  7. Scone
  8. Sprout
  9. Treacle
  10. Porridge
  11. Eccles
  12. Marmalade
  13. Pasty
  14. Hevva
  15. Fudge
  16. Cider
  17. Mead
  18. Leek
  19. Champ
  20. Homity
  21. Wellington
  22. Banoffee
  23. Haggis
  24. Trifle
  25. Kipper
  26. Windsor
  27. Charles
  28. Camilla
  29. William
  30. Henry
  31. Victoria
  32. Albert
  33. Buckingham
  34. York
  35. Lionheart
  36. Bagpipe
  37. Nessy
  38. Dale
  39. Moors
  40. Ben

Historical British pet names

Britain is steeped in history, so with that comes great inspiration for English pet names, and UK pet names more generally. Take a look below for a few ideas, and test your knowledge of British history.

  1. Darwin
  2. Newton
  3. Hawking
  4. Mary
  5. Dickens
  6. Florence
  7. Brunel
  8. Horatio
  9. Hepburn
  10. Chaplin
  11. Mountbatten
  12. Ringo
  13. Philip
  14. Byron
  15. Nelson
  16. Shelley
  17. Shakespeare
  18. Churchill
  19. Trafalgar
  20. Neville

With music, film, TV, literature and works of art on stage coming out of the UK, it’s safe to say there are heaps of British pet names to choose from. Take a look below at our list of UK pet names based on pop culture, and see if you recognise any!

  1. Ringo
  2. Lennon
  3. Potter
  4. Sting
  5. Winehouse
  6. Laurel
  7. Tolkein
  8. Attenborough
  9. Balding
  10. Berry
  11. Cleese
  12. Beckham
  13. Wilkinson
  14. Rooney
  15. Jamie
  16. Judy
  17. Peggy
  18. Phil
  19. Dot
  20. Barlow

Who were the pets in our study?

So, who exactly are these 120,000 pets that took part in our study? Where exactly did we source these newly-named furry companions on our quest to discover the most popular British names for pets?

Well they’re the pets of owners in our animal-loving community, here at TrustedHousesitters. And each of those pet parents are here because they believe in welcoming in-home, verified pet sitters to care for their furry families, over opting for a kennel or cattery any day.

Yup, here at TrustedHousesitters, our community is made up of both pet parents and verified sitters, who connect to keep pets happy at home - exchanging in-home pet care for a place to stay. 

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