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Wed., Jan. 7, 2009

Top Pet Names for 2008

Well, here we go. The list of the most popular (and unusual) Pet Names of 2008. There are some pretty interesting names in the "unusual" names category and of course, you have some classic/traditional names in the "most popular" lists. I found it interesting that some names showed up more than once within the lists. The original article from MSNBC can be found here.

Most Popular Dog Names:

Max
Bailey
Bella
Molly
Lucy
Buddy
Maggie
Daisy
Sophie
Chloe

Most Unusual Dog Names:

Rush Limbark
Sirius Lee Handsome
Rafikikadiki
Low Jack
Meatwad
Peanut Wigglebutt
Scuddles Unterfuss
Sophie Touch & Pee
Admiral Toot
Spatula

Most Popular Cat Names:

Max
Chloe
Tigger
Tiger
Lucy
Smokey
Oliver
Bella
Shadow
Charlie

Most Unusual Cat Names:

Edward Scissorpaws
Sir Lix-a-lot
Optimus Prrrime
Buddah Pest
Snoop Kitty Kitty
Miss Fuzzbutt
80 Bucks
Sparklemonkey
Rosie Posie Prozac
Toot Uncommon

Any particular name sticking out to you? What's the weirdest name you've ever given your pet? What's your most favorite name for a pet?

Posted Jan. 7, 2009, 4:27 p.m.

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