[2022 Edition!] Popular Small Dog Names

Hello, dog lovers!
Today, we'll be introducing popular dog names!
In recent years, there have been waves of name trends, with frequent changes every year. Have fun comparing the names of your current dog!

Popular Dog Name Rankings 2022

Dog Name Rankings (Overall)

5th

rank	name
1st place	Mugi
2nd place	Coco
3rd place	Maron
4th place	Mocha
Komugi
6th	Sora
7th	Leo
8th	Momo
9th	Chocolate
10th	Kinako

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Although it's only been four months since the start of 2022, "Mugi" (mugi) remains as popular as last year. Small and medium-sized dogs are especially prone to cute names.

Also, with the recent boom in Japanese dog breeds, the number of owners giving their pets Japanese dog names has been increasing in recent years.

Do you give your dog Japanese names? Western name?

When naming your dog, you may be wondering whether to choose a Japanese-style name or a Western-style name.
The deciding factor here is the breed!

Many owners give their Japanese-style dogs Japanese names. Even in Japan, foster homes and pet shops tend to offer easier care for domestic dogs than exotic dogs. The large number of Japanese dog owners also contributes to the high number of dogs with Japanese names.

Some owners name Shiba Inu dogs "Marron" or "Brown" because of their brown color. However, the top 20 names in the name rankings are all Japanese, and popular names vary by breed.

Incidentally, when it comes to names for popular breeds like Chihuahuas and Toy Poodles, approximately 30-40% of the top 20 names are Japanese. Perhaps influenced by the recent boom in Japanese names, even exotic dogs are often given Japanese names.

Naming Tips

The most important thing when naming a dog is to make it easy to pronounce and easy to hear.
You'll be calling your dog's name repeatedly throughout the day. If you get too excited about naming your new family member and give them a name that's difficult to pronounce, it will be hard for your dog to hear.
As you can see from the rankings, we recommend short, simple names of 2-3 characters.

Although dogs are said to have good hearing, they are said to have difficulty hearing consonants. Dogs recognize names based on the sound, not the meaning of the words.

A dog's name is a signal that something good is about to happen

Dogs don't understand their names as words. As mentioned earlier, dogs recognize their names as sounds. Therefore, it's important that their name is easy for them to hear and pronounce.

By calling your dog by name and praising it, your dog will learn that this sound means praise!. This allows them to learn and remember the sound as their own name.

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Are there any names that shouldn't be used? Naming Considerations

There are no legally prohibited names for dogs.
However, there are some names that are best avoided.

1) Names that sound like human names

When calling your dog in public, if you happen to meet someone with the same name, it is likely to cause trouble.
Even if your dog is a beloved family member, there are people who don't like dogs or who are uncomfortable with having the same name as another dog, so care is needed.

2) Words that are religiously taboo

The world is home to a variety of religions and cultures. Japan is also home to many tourists, workers, and people from all over the world.
If you add a word just because it sounds cool or cute without checking its meaning, it could unintentionally cause trouble, so be careful.

3) Words that are inappropriate and contrary to public order and morals

This goes without saying... Avoid naming your pet with words that may be offensive or misleading to others.
When choosing a foreign name, it's important to research the meaning of the word carefully. Words with inappropriate meanings can cause problems, just like religious terms.

Finally

Whether you're planning on getting a dog or not, we hope that learning about popular dog names will help you decide on a name. Also, be sure to keep naming tips in mind so you can choose a name that will bring joy to both you and your dog. ♪

The most important thing is to think carefully about your dog when choosing a name!
It doesn't matter if it's based on appearance, a favorite food, or a strange habit.
Take a good look at your new dog, think carefully, and agonize over it to come up with a name that will be wonderful for both you and your beloved dog.