Much like a newborn, the fluffy new family member needs a name too and as with humans, trends for dog names also fall in and out of fashion as years go by. New data from Rover has revealed the most popular male and female dog names in 2020 - a year which has seen dog adoption rates soar and given families more time to spend with their pets. Here are the names that made the top 10.
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. Bella and Alfie
Bella ranked as the top female dog name, while Alfie ranked top for males. Photo: Shutterstock
. Luna and Charlie
Luna ranked as the second most popular female dog name, with Charlie ranking second for males. Photo: Shutterstock
. Poppy and Milo
Poppy ranked as the third most popular female dog name, with Milo ranking third for males. Photo: Shutterstock
1. Bella and Alfie
Bella ranked as the top female dog name, while Alfie ranked top for males. Photo: Shutterstock
2. Luna and Charlie
Luna ranked as the second most popular female dog name, with Charlie ranking second for males. Photo: Shutterstock
3. Poppy and Milo
Poppy ranked as the third most popular female dog name, with Milo ranking third for males. Photo: Shutterstock
4. Lola and Max
Lola ranked as the fourth most popular female dog name, with Max ranking fourth for males. Photo: Shutterstock