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“Awww, look at the cute little floof! What’s its name?” We’ve all been overwhelmed with fuzzy feelings at some point in our lives when we see someone’s pet that’s too cute to be real. And we just can’t wait to find out more about them! But when we ask for their name, we expect something simple. Like Roger. Or Mr. Fluffy Meowington.
However, some owners want their pet names to be unconventional. Completely one-of-a-kind. With some secret meanings thrown in for good measure! And they’re so impressive, people can’t help but marvel at them. So much so that just a couple of short months ago, in April 2021, the ‘Petfinder Names’ project popped up on Twitter and it’s dedicated to showing off the most unique and bizarre pet names.
We’ve collected some of the best ones for you to enjoy, dear Pandas. So go on, scroll down for some inspiration and a good laugh or two. Let us know which ones you liked the most (remember, clicking the upvote button is like petting the animal) and we’d love to hear all about the unusual and creative names you’ve given to your own best buds! So don’t be shy—writeus a comment.
Jea, the 27-year-old genius behind the 'Petfinder Names' project, opened up to me about how the simple passion project captured Twitter users' hearts, the most unusual pet name they've ever heard, and how to get that noggin' joggin' and creatin' some unique pet names. They're also trying to find ways to use the account to help promote animals in need of homes and adoption. You'll find Bored Panda's full interview with Jea below, so be sure to read on!
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Konpat Konpat Community Member Follow
Genius name for the pattern!
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Hannah Edwards Hannah Edwards Community Member Follow
Very apt.
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Hannah Edwards Hannah Edwards Community Member Follow
Mr Toast looks like he’s seen a lot of life.
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"I started this account as a silly little thing on the side. I spend so much time browsing Petfinder and started to see some hilarious names and I thought they would be fun to share!" Jea told Bored Panda that fun lies at the core of the entire project on Twitter. The attention the account got has exceeded all of Jea's wildest expectations. "I figured I would get some followers and people who enjoyed it, but it has blown up exponentially! Within this last week, I believe the account has gained 60k+ followers, which is incredible. I love the messages and tags of people saying this is their new favorite account or that it has brought them some joy," Jea gushed about the incredibly positive feedback.
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J Gund J Gund Community Member Follow
This should count as animal cruelty.
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All cats are freeloaders!
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Is he a night crawler?
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According to the founder of 'Petfinder Names,' the most unusual name they've seen so far that they love is a cat by the name of Golfball Sized Hail. "But there are too many to count and I'm sure they'll just keep getting weirder!" they said. "My best advice in finding a unique name would be to literally just start writing down random things you see or identify. for example, my nickname for my cat is Dumptruck, and I intend on naming my next pet Chainsaw."
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Who hasn't met a velcro cat? You know, the kind of cat that if you pick the cat up while it's sitting on a cushion, the cushion comes along?
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Big Mac likes to play twister.
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Short hair?
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There are generally two avenues for figuring out a name for your new pet! One approach (and my personal favorite, but don’t let that influence your opinion) is looking your pet in the eyes and using your gut and intuition to see what name fits them best. Sure, your brain might be saying ‘Leo,’ but your catto’s glittering green eyes might scream ‘Emperor Emerald III.’ ADVERTIsem*nT The second approach is thinking about what you want the name to represent. Perhaps you want to express a certain aspect of your pet’s behavior. Or you’ve already come up with an ace idea for a name and you’re planning to stick it to your pet no matter how much it might contrast with what they’re actually like.
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Black Pug Puppy Black Pug Puppy Community Member Follow
Wow I guess you called him/her what they do.
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So her name is Reese?
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Equine_Ravenclaw_Directioner Equine_Ravenclaw_Directioner Community Member Follow
Awww. Love that!
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Somewhat unsurprisingly, the most popular pet names in 2021 are still very simple and to-the-point. You could even say they’re unadventurous, though I personally like them. For instance, the top five names for puppies this year, according to Parade, are Luna, Charlie, Cooper, Bella, and Milo. Meanwhile, the top cat names in 2021 are actually quite similar to the puppy ones, with two of them being the same. That just goes to show that dog and cat owners tend to think alike, even though they might not want to admit it. According to KittyCatter, the top five names are Oliver, Bella, Simba, Chloe, and Luna. Odds are that there’s someone in your life who’s got a cat with one of these names! They’re great. But they’re also a far cry from the fabulously unique monikers shared on Petfinder Names! ADVERTIsem*nT
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What a cutie 😻
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Her brother Comic Sans will never be adopted 😢
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Where are Mosquitoes 1-20? Or is 21 for the year?
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War and plaugue look like the same dog
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Unlike his un-evil twin, Nice Wilbur.
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Knew this was coming when I saw New Times Roman above ^^
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On Neuroscientist's first day at home, they attempted Cranial Impact Therapy on their human in order to ensure their good behaviour. It didn't work.
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Kathryn Baylis Kathryn Baylis Community Member
Chester needs a bath first, before he can be interviewed.
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Hannah Edwards Hannah Edwards Community Member Follow
I’d have gone with Wiggy or Centre Parting
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Van Gogh would fit too :D
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When looks kill..
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Anita Marx Anita Marx Community Member Follow
Looks like a lion.
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My great-grandma had a cat named Lucifer. I assumed demon names weren't that uncommon for pets.
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Daw, I want to love the Timid Ninja.
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"WAR! Ugh! What is it good for?" 'Looking cute in a bowtie.
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Well that's a bit ironic
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The sinister half-mustache says it all
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Eating grass always makes my dog puke. I wonder...
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No, Catula!
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I am in love with Pizza Hut! He looks like a proper bruiser
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Yes. Yes they are a big hairy deal?
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Pawssible?
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Kathryn Baylis Kathryn Baylis Community Member
Please loosen that tag around Porkie’s neck!
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And that’s her brother Jake pictured above?
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That evil smirk tho.. are you sure the name isn't coincidence?
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Any relation to Yard Stick?
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Famine war and plaugue look like siblings
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I had a pet rat once who escaped on the way home from the breeder and nearly gave me a goddamn conniption before I found him just chilling by the side of the road (he had jumped off the back of my bicycle after getting out of the box I put him in). I named him The Heart Attack Rat.
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(Incredibly, even after pulling that stunt he was unhurt beyond a small nick on his hind leg).
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I saw this and my brain was like "Spleens! Your time has come! Get out of the computer and get over here!"
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Katharine Rudden Katharine Rudden Community Member Follow
That’s Very funny! Meow Spleen!! Take care!! 🐈⬛😻
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Jo Choto Jo Choto Community Member Follow
My daughter named our kitten (takes a deep breath) duch*ess Matilda Harmony Lux Diamond.
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Your daughter has excellent taste in names.
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Katie Lutesinger Katie Lutesinger Community Member Follow
I had a pet rat once who escaped on the way home from the breeder and nearly gave me a goddamn conniption before I found him just chilling by the side of the road (he had jumped off the back of my bicycle after getting out of the box I put him in). I named him The Heart Attack Rat.
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(Incredibly, even after pulling that stunt he was unhurt beyond a small nick on his hind leg).
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I saw this and my brain was like "Spleens! Your time has come! Get out of the computer and get over here!"
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That’s Very funny! Meow Spleen!! Take care!! 🐈⬛😻
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My daughter named our kitten (takes a deep breath) duch*ess Matilda Harmony Lux Diamond.
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