Choosing the Perfect Pet Name

Choosing the Perfect Pet Name

If you are in search of a new pet, then you’ll need a fun, sweet, or goofy name to go along with your furry friend. Some owners may wait to pick out the perfect pet name while others have their hearts set on one in particular. On the other hand, some just can’t decide. Choosing the the perfect pet name can be difficult so we’ve compiled a list of ideas to help you out!

Classic names:

  • Jake
  • Milo
  • Cooper
  • Lily
  • Lucky
  • Fido
  • Luna
  • Daisy
  • Rosie
  • Rocky

Old Fashioned names:

  • Albert
  • Buster
  • Clyde
  • Dave
  • Ed
  • Lloyd
  • Ron
  • Stanley
  • Tim
  • Wade

Historical names:

  • Zeus (Greek king of the gods; god of thunder and weather)
  • Flora (Roman goddess of spring and flowers)
  • Thor (Norse god of lightning and thunder)
  • Ajax (Greek warrior in the Trojan War)
  • Bonaparte (French military leader)
  • Penelope (Wife of Ulysses, Greek king of Ithaca)
  • Sheba (Queen of Sheba in the Bible)
  • Mandisa (word meaning sweet, ancient Egyptian)
  • Mitis (word meaning gentle, Latin)
  • Patiente (word meaning patient, Latin)

Disney-inspired names:

  • Mickey
  • Goofy
  • Donald
  • Pluto
  • Sora
  • Alice
  • Simba
  • Nala
  • Pongo
  • Perdita
  • Flynn

Star Wars-inspired names:

  • Luke
  • Leia
  • Chewbacca or Chewy
  • Obi
  • Kylo

Video game inspired:

  • Mario
  • Bowser
  • Falcon
  • Zelda
  • Sarge

I named my dog after one of my favorite characters from the Silver Screen and I know how hard choosing the perfect pet name can be. There are so many names to choose from and it can be hard to come to a decision. Whether it be your first pet or your 10th, you always want to find the best fit for your furry (or not furry) baby.

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