Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC 🇸🇪 Sweden SVT Nyheter

Most popular cat names – here is the full list

The title of the most popular cat name in Sweden has shifted from 2024 to 2025, with 'Luna' rising to the top and 'Sigge' falling to third.

According to the latest report from Jordbruksverket, the most popular cat names in Sweden have shifted significantly from 2024 to 2025. 'Luna' has ascended from third place to first, while 'Sigge' has dropped from first to third. 'Doris' has maintained a steady second place throughout the years, highlighting the shifting trends in pet naming across the country. The phenomenon reflects pet owners' preferences and cultural influences in Sweden.

Cat owner Bella Granskog from Sundsvall shares her experience of naming her cats based on an opera theme given by her breeder. She emphasizes the importance of the name reflecting the cat's personality, illustrating the personal attachment that pet owners have with their animals. Additionally, discussions regarding the freedom of naming cats show that owners have extensive choices, as confirmed by Anna Nyström from the Djurregisterenheten of Jordbruksverket, which does not impose strict controls over cat names.

In Västernorrland, the local trends differ slightly, where 'Sigge' still holds the top spot, and other names like 'Doris', 'Sally', and 'Bosse' outperform 'Luna'. The local variations in cat names demonstrate how regional preferences can diverge from national trends, providing insights into how culture and community influence the names chosen for beloved pets.

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