Cute dog names for 2022! Survey of Japanese, foreign, and popular names

Many people probably think, "If I get a dog, I want to give it a cute name!"

With the recent increase in small dog breeds, cute names are becoming increasingly popular.

• What are the latest name rankings?
• What are the cutest and most popular names?
• Are there any names you shouldn't give your dog?

For those of you with this in mind, we've researched the latest dog name rankings, trivia, and taboos. We hope this information will be helpful for anyone considering getting a dog.

2022 Edition! Dog Name Rankings

Here are some popular dog names. We'll also introduce names for boys and girls, so please use this as a reference.

Top 5 Overall Ranking

Here's the overall ranking of dog names.

• 1st place: Mugi
• 2nd place: Coco
• 3rd place: Maron
• 4th place: Mocha
• 5th place: Komugi

There are many easy-to-pronounce names. In addition to Japanese-style names like "Mugi" and "Komugi," many people seem to choose cute names.

Top 5 Boys' Names

• 1st Place: Leo
• 2nd Place: Sora
• 3rd Place: Maron
• 4th Place: Roy
• 5th Place: Mugi

The most popular name for male dogs is the cool "Leo." Easy-to-pronounce names with two or three letters are popular. It seems that many owners are naming their dogs after popular characters.

Top 5 Girls' Names

• 1st: Momo
• 2nd: Mocha
• 3rd: Coco
• 4th: Mugi
• 5th: Kinako

For girls, "Momo," a name that has long been a popular choice for dogs, took the top spot. Many names are based on food, and the soft, gentle feel of the name seems popular.

What are the most popular cute names?

Next, we'll introduce popular names by theme.

Cute Names - Food Edition

As you can see from the rankings above, names inspired by food are very popular.

Popular Japanese names include Mugi (Wheat), Komugi (Mugwort), Kinako (Soybean Flour), Kurumi (Wheat Flour), Yuzu (Yuzu), Omochi (Mochi), Azuki (Azuki Beans), and Chikuwa (Chicken Chips).

Western names include Choco (Chocolate), Latte (Latte), Mocha (Mocha), Pino (Pineapple), Marron (Marron), and Miruku (Milk). Many names fit the character of popular small breeds like toy poodles and Maltese dogs.

Cute Japanese Names

Japanese names are also popular. Popular names include Hana, Sakura, Maru, Sumire, Anzu, and Sora. Other popular names for boys include Kotaro and Ginji, and for girls, Hime and Koume. They are especially well-suited for Japanese breeds like Shiba Inu.

Cute Names - Foreign Languages

Foreign languages ​​are often used for cute dog names.We also recommend choosing a name in a foreign language that matches your dog's country of origin.

Here are some recommended names for French breeds like poodles, French bulldogs, and papillons.

• Chocolat (Chocolate) - Meaning: Chocolate
• Macaron (Macaron) - Meaning: Macaron
• Pomme (Pomme) - Meaning: Apple
• Citron (Citron) - Meaning: Lemon

Here are some recommended names for German-born breeds like Dachshunds, Pomeranians, and Schnauzers.

• Mina (Mina) - Meaning: Love
• Prima (Prima) - Meaning: First
• Karla (Carla) - Meaning: Free
• Rebecca (Rebecca) - Meaning: Female name
• Elmar (Elmar) - Meaning: Male name

Here are some recommended names for Italian Greyhounds, St. Bernards, Bolognese, and other breeds native to Italy.

• Angela (Angela) - Meaning: Angel
• Anita (Anita) - Meaning: Grace
• Elmo (Elmo) - Meaning: Lovable
• Gemma (Gemma) - Meaning: Jewel

Here are some recommended names for Spanish Mastiffs and Pyrenean Mastiffs, native to Spain.

• Blanca (Blanca) - Meaning: White
• Bonita (Bonita) - Meaning: Cute
• Estela (Estela) - Meaning: Star
• Linda (Linda) - Meaning: Cute

Facts About Dog Names

Next, let's check out some things you should know before naming your dog.

How do I get my dog ​​to come when I call it by name?

Training your dog to come to you immediately when you call it by name can help prevent unexpected accidents. The key to getting your dog to remember its name is to make it think that something good happens when its name is called.

To achieve this, we recommend eye contact training. First, prepare a treat your dog loves. Call your dog's name and hold the treat where it meets your eye. Give it the treat when your eye contact is made. By repeating this process, your dog will learn that something good happens when its name is called, and will start looking at you.

If your dog has a previous owner, should you keep changing its name?

If you adopt a dog from a previous owner or adopt a rescue dog, you may wonder if it's best to keep its name. However, it's okay to change it to a name that's easy for the new owner to pronounce.

Especially with rescue dogs, they may have had a painful experience, such as being abandoned by their previous owner. As a result, they may not have a good impression of their previous name.

Dogs remember their names as cues, just like "sit" or "stay." So, if you continue with the training methods introduced here, they should quickly learn their new name.

Is it okay to abbreviate names or use different names for different family members?

You may abbreviate your dog's name or give it a nickname, but we recommend that all family members use the same name.

Your dog will understand if the abbreviation sounds the same. Make sure your dog understands that good things will happen no matter what you call it.

However, be careful not to call your dog by different names at the same time. Your dog may become confused and forget its name. When naming your child, make sure to choose a name that everyone in the family can easily pronounce.

What names should you avoid? Things to be careful of

There are no basic names that are bad for dogs. However, it's important to choose a name that your dog will easily recognize as its own.

Beware of names that are difficult for dogs to hear.

Dogs are said to be able to hear vowels easily, especially the sounds "a," "u," and "o." Conversely, they are said to have difficulty hearing consonants, with the sounds "i" and "e" being particularly difficult to hear.

However, if you have multiple dogs, naming them with only vowels can be difficult. Be careful not to use similar names, and even if you add consonants, choose short, easy-to-understand names.

Beware of names that sound like they belong to humans

Before choosing your dog's name, make sure it's not similar to a human name. If it's the same as a human name, there will be situations where it can be problematic.

For example, if family members have similar names, dogs may become confused and not know which one is being called. Furthermore, if you call out your dog's name in a park or somewhere similar, you might encounter someone with the same name and be annoyed. This is fine if the person is a dog lover, but if not, it could cause trouble, so be careful.

Beware of these taboos

Also, please be aware of the following points:

• Avoid names related to religion.
• Check the meaning if the name is of foreign origin.
• Do not use words with negative connotations.
• Avoid names that are too long (Names that are easy for dogs to remember should be no longer than six characters.)

Summary (Cute Dog Names)

This time, we've introduced some cute and popular dog names.

Food-based names like fruits and sweets, and Japanese-style names like flowers, are especially popular.

No matter what name you choose, the key is to make your dog remember that "something fun will happen when you call it." Please keep this in mind even if you abbreviate the original name or change it for some reason.

Although naming taboos are often similar to those for human children, it's important to remember that dogs can have pronunciations that are particularly difficult to understand.

Common human names and religious names should be avoided.

Give your dog a wonderful name and raise him with lots of love.