Max has surged back to the top as the most popular dog name, based on pet insurer Proteq Dier & Zorg's annual Dogs & Cats Names Top 5. Simba remains the leading choice for cats.
Max has been a consistent Top 5 staple but hadn't claimed #1 since 2011. It rose to 2nd place last year, solidifying its comeback this year.
Dog 2015 Cat 2015
1. Max (2) Simba (2)
2. Pip (-) Tommy (4)
3. Bella (-) Boris (-)
4. Diesel (5) Max (-)
5. Lola (1) Gizmo (-)
Numbers in brackets show last year's ranking.
Tijger(tje)'s popularity as a cat name has faded completely. It dropped last year and is now out of the Top 5. Simba, a longtime favorite, topped the list in 2008 and has stayed in the Top 5 ever since.
