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Can you guess the most popular dog name in America? Here's a list of the top 25

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Eric Mullin, as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · August 11, 2026 · 1 min read

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In the US, a certain name has become the most popular choice for dogs. This information comes from a ranking of dog names. A recent update shows which names are currently favored.

The top spots are held by a few popular names, with some movement in the rankings. Further details on the rankings, including the full list of top names, are available from the source, which analyzed data from a pet insurance industry partner to determine the most popular dog names.

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Category: local · Published: August 11, 2026 · Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Can you guess the most popular dog name in America? Here's a list of the top 25

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