How to Name a Dog or Cat: the Most Popular Names of 2026, Among Which Are the Unexpected

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The name of the Colombian singer Shakira and that of Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty recorded 888% high among the names of dogs in trend in the UK in 2026, according to the survey of Rover, platform of services for pets. The annual ranking also identified the growth of names associated with other celebrities, such as Jonathan, Tupac and Zendaya, which appeared for the first time in the report. Dogs in unusual poses and games: see photos win…

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Names for dogs and cats are becoming more and more original. Shakira, Dustin and Achilles appeared in the 2026 ranking, and the popularity of some nicknames increased by more than 1000% over the year.