What’s in a name? For a Chinese Crested dog called Scarlett No Haira and a dark, moody cat known as Edgar Allen Paw, it is the distinction of being declared Wackiest Pet Names of 2020.
Each year, Nationwide, the nation’s first and largest provider of pet health insurance in the U.S., recognizes the most imaginative and unique names among its roster of four-legged members. After a deep dive into the company’s database of insured pets, the top 10 wackiest dog and cat names were selected and put to a recent vote among Nationwide’s pet parents. Here are the Wackiest Pet Names of 2020 for dogs and cats.
Dogs
Anakin Tailwagger
Andre Igoudogla
Joan of Bark
Madame Squishy Van Wrinkleface
Stella Barktois
Sugar Bubbles Fancypants
The Other Dude
Trillium Points Jacobs Ladder
Zoe Max Berger Sacks
Cats
Admiral Turbo Meowington
Captain Sushi
Copurrrnicus
Ella Whiskers Oreo Hurst
Fernsbane the Inquisitive
Macaroni Bob
Mingus Pookiebutts
Neville Furbottom
Tika Meowsala
“While we all love a descriptive name like Goldie, or those that captured the zeitgeist like Rey or Bella, pet parents who take a unique approach to pet naming are also very much appreciated at Nationwide,” said Dr. Jules Benson, Nationwide’s Chief Veterinary Officer. “Whether the moniker is meant to be funny, ironic, or just plain nonsensical, giving an intentionally uncommon name shows a special thoughtfulness about a pet’s place within a family.”
For photos and background stories of the top 10 wackiest dog and cat names, visit www.wackypetnames.com.
