Introduction

If you’ve ever wondered which dog name is the most popular in 2018, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of all the top ten most common names used by dog owners around the world.

The Top Ten Dog Names

There you have it, the top ten dog names of 2018. Hopefully these suggestions will help you find the perfect name for your new best friend!

First up is the obvious, with Bella taking out the number one spot for female dog names.

Bella is a common name for female dogs. It’s also one of the most popular dog names in America, which means you may have to watch out for other people with a pup named Bella on the loose. The word “bella” means beautiful in Italian, so if you want your pupper to be as pretty as possible then this could be an option for you!

A name that has been steadily inching its way up the charts, Luna was used twice as much in 2018 compared to 2015.

It’s not just the moon that gets to be named after a celestial body! Luna is also a name for dogs, and it was used twice as much in 2018 compared to 2015.

Luna is Spanish for moon, Latin for moon, Italian for moon and Portuguese for moon. It’s also German for moon. The name might seem more like something you’d call your cat than your pup—but don’t let that stop you from choosing this beautiful name if it speaks to your heart!

This handsome fella remains a popular pick among dog owners and hasn’t budged from his spot since 2013.

If you’re looking for a human name-sounding name, then Charlie is your best bet. It’s easy to pronounce and spell, has several nicknames (Charley or Chuck) and can be shortened to “Charlie” if necessary. It’s also a popular human name (Charlie Sheen’s real name is Carlos Irwin Estévez), so it’s not like people won’t know who you’re talking about when you use it as an identifier for your pup.

It’s no surprise to see this classic moniker making a comeback. It jumped two places in 2018 and sits at number four on the list.

This classic moniker has been steadily gaining in popularity each year and has jumped two places in 2018, placing it at number four on the list. It might be no surprise to see this name making a comeback!

It’s been sitting at #1 for four years straight and shows no signs of budging any time soon. You can expect this name to continue growing in popularity until it reaches even greater heights next year!

The all-time favorite has managed to hang on to her number 5 spot since last year, despite slipping down from the top position in 2016 and 2017.

The all-time favorite has managed to hang on to her number 5 spot since last year, despite slipping down from the top position in 2016 and 2017. It’s a classic name that’s been popular for decades and can be used for both female and male dogs.

Another staple that’s endured the test of time and shows no sign of disappearing from our lives anytime soon. It’s been a solid top ten contender for years now, sitting firmly at number six for female names for 2018.

Charlie is a classic that has been popular for years, and it shows no signs of disappearing from our lives anytime soon. It’s been a solid top ten contender for years now, sitting firmly at number six for female names for 2018. Charlie is a versatile name that can be both masculine or feminine depending on the context—a great choice if you’re looking to give your pup an unusual name!

If it seems like everywhere you look there’s another Charlie running around, you’re not wrong! Charlie has been growing in popularity for years now, jumping three places from 2017 and sitting at number seven on the list.

Like its namesake, Charlie is a very popular name for dogs. It’s been growing in popularity for years now, jumping three places from last year to sit at number seven on the list. You don’t have to worry about pronunciation when you choose this name; it’s easy for both humans and dogs alike!

Falling one place from last year to take out number eight on the 2018 list, this versatile name is a great choice if you’re after something unique yet easily pronounceable.

If you’re after a name that’s easy to pronounce, easy to spell and one that people won’t forget, then Lucky is it. With the right choice of surname (like the famous tennis player Eugenie Bouchard) and with its short length, this is a great option for owners looking for something simple but sweet.

Lucky was also one of the most popular names for dogs born in 2018, according to recent statistics from The Kennel Club. The organization revealed that over 2% of new arrivals had been given this moniker – which is up from 1% in 2017 – so if you’re thinking about adopting your first pup then why not give this moniker some serious consideration?

Conclusion

We hope we’ve inspired you with some great new ideas for your dog’s name. If you’re still struggling to find something that suits your furry friend, don’t worry! There are plenty more options out there. It might take some time and research, but it will be worth it in the end when you finally meet that special pup whose name fits perfectly.