The Most Popular Dog Names for 2026

The top names for dogs trending this year, plus state, breed, and pop culture favorites.
A new dog looking into the camera, awaiting their new dog name.

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Choosing the perfect name for your new pup is one of the first—and most fun—decisions you’ll make as a pet parent. Whether you’re inspired by pop culture, looking for something timeless, or want a name that reflects your dog’s unique personality, the trends of 2026 offer something for everyone. 

We analyzed thousands of Chewy pet profiles to uncover the most popular dog names of the year, plus the trendiest rising stars, regional favorites, and names tailored to specific breeds. From top picks like Luna and Max to newcomers like Brisket and Andarna, here’s what pet parents are loving right now. 

Key Takeaways

  • Luna tops the list as the most popular dog name of 2026, followed closely by Bella and Daisy.
  • Food, fantasy, and vintage-inspired names are growing in popularity.
  • Bella is the top dog name in almost every U.S. state, except Massachusetts (Joey) and Washington, D.C. (Luna).
  • Breed matters—popular names vary significantly depending on the dog’s breed.

Looking for a tried-and-true favorite? These are the dog names Chewy pet parents chose most for 2026: 

  1. Luna 
  2. Bella 
  3. Daisy 
  4. Charlie 
  5. Lucy 
  6. Max 
  7. Cooper 
  8. Milo 
  9. Bailey 
  10. Buddy 

Trendiest Dog Names of 2026


If you’re looking for something more modern, here are the names that had the biggest surge in popularity this year: 

  1. Andarna 
  2. Rosie 
  3. Remi 
  4. Gus 
  5. Jasper 
  6. Honey 
  7. Poppi 
  8. Nox 
  9. Brisket 
  10. Bandit 

Top Dog Names by State


If your dog is named Bella, they’re in good company. Bella is the No. 1 name in almost every state in the U.S., according to our database. The only outliers: 

  • Massachusetts, where the most popular dog name is Joey 
  • Washington, D.C., where the most popular dog name is Luna 

Top Dog Names by Breed


Breed can influence a dog’s name choice more than you might think. Here’s a sample of Chewy customers’ most popular names by dog breed: 

Breed Top Name
Airedale Terrier Lucy
Akita Kuma
Alaskan Malamute Koda
American Bulldog Bella
American Eskimo Dog Bella
American Foxhound Daisy
American Pit Bull Terrier Bella
American Staffordshire Terrier Bella
Anatolian Shepherd Bella
Australian Cattle Dog Luna
Australian Kelpie Luna
Australian Shepherd Luna
Basenji Bella
Basset Hound Daisy
Beagle Daisy
Beauceron Bella
Bedlington Terrier Lucy
Belgian Malinois Luna
Belgian Sheepdog Luna
Bernese Mountain Dog Bear
Bichon Frise Bella
Biewer Terrier Bella
Boerboel Nala
Bolognese Bella
Border Collie Luna
Border Terrier Charlie
Borzoi Misha
Boston Terrier Bella
Bouvier des Flandres Bear
Boxer Bella
Boykin Spaniel Sadie
Brittany Cooper
Brussels Griffon Bella
Bulldog Bella
Bullmastiff Bella
Bull Terrier Bella
Cairn Terrier Max
Cane Corso Luna
Catahoula Leopard Dog Luna
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Charlie
Cavapoo Teddy
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bear
Chihuahua Bella
Chinese Crested Bella
Chinese Shar-Pei Bella
Chiweenie Bella
Chow Chow Bear
Cocker Spaniel Bella
Cockapoo Charlie
Collie Bella
Coton de Tulear Bella
Dachshund Bella
Dalmatian Pongo
Doberman Pinscher Zeus
Dogo Argentino Luna
Dutch Shepherd Luna
Flat-Coated Retriever Bear
French Bulldog Luna
German Shepherd Luna
German Shorthaired Pointer Gunner
Goldendoodle Charlie
Golden Retriever Joey
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Moose
Great Dane Luna
Great Pyrenees Luna
Greyhound Luna
Havanese Bella
Irish Setter Murphy
Irish Wolfhound Murphy
Italian Greyhound Bella
Jack Russell Terrier Jack
Keeshond Bear
Labradoodle Charlie
Labrador Retriever Bella
Lagotto Romagnolo Enzo
Leonberger Bear
Lhasa Apso Bella
Maltese Bella
Maltipoo Bella
Mastiff Bella
Miniature American Shepherd Milo
Miniature Pinscher Bella
Miniature Poodle Teddy
Miniature Schnauzer Bella
Morkie Bella
Newfoundland Bear
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Cooper
Old English Sheepdog Winston
Papillon Bella
Pekingese Gizmo
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Winston
Plott Hound Bella
Pomeranian Bella
Pomsky Luna
Poodle Bella
Portuguese Water Dog Luna
Pug Bella
Rat Terrier Bella
Rhodesian Ridgeback Nala
Rottweiler Bella
Saint Bernard Bella
Samoyed Luna
Scottish Terrier Angus
Shetland Sheepdog Bella
Shiba Inu Yoshi
Shih Tzu Bella
Siberian Husky Luna
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bella
Tibetan Mastiff Bear
Toy Poodle Bella
Vizsla Penny
Weimaraner Luna
West Highland White Terrier Bella
Whippet Luna
Xoloitzcuintli Dante
Yorkshire Terrier Bella

Dog names often reflect what’s happening in the world around us—from pop culture to food trends. Here’s a look at the biggest naming themes pet parents embraced in 2026. 

Food-Inspired Dog Names 

Tasty names are on the rise! 

  • Tater (+450%) 
  • Muffin (+161%) 
  • Marshmallow (+150%) 
  • Pickles (+133%) 
  • Cinnamon (+92%) 

Fantasy-Inspired Names 

From books to shows, fantasy names are going mainstream. 

  • Andarna (+600%) 
  • Meleys (+300%) 
  • Draco (+61%) 
  • Frodo (+10%) 

Nature-Inspired Names

Botanical and earthy names are in full bloom: 

  • Maple (+96%) 
  • Poppy (+95%) 
  • Hazel (+60%) 
  • Juniper (+17%) 

Vintage Baby Names 

Old-fashioned baby names are becoming pup picks: 

  • Millie (+66%) 
  • Winnie (+61%) 
  • Teddy (+41%) 
  • Mabel (+14%) 

Baby Name Crossovers 

Some of the most popular names for human babies are trending among pets too: 

  • Oliver (+78%) 
  • Olivia (+63%) 
  • Emma (+56%) 
  • Noah (+9%) 

Classic Rock Music Legends 

  • Ozzie (+150%) 
  • Bowie (+135%) 

New Dog Names


Welcome to the pack, puppers! These names appeared for the first time in our pet profiles: 

  • Pling 
  • Jam 
  • Dodge 

Our Favorite Unique Dog Names


  • Orion 
  • Nori 
  • Sherlock 
  • Chaos 
  • Shorty 
  • Fenway 

Whether you want a name that’s traditional or totally out there, this year’s trends are full of options to inspire the perfect name for your pup. 

Attributions


Chewy Editors

Chewy Editors