Australia’s most popular dog names for 2022 are revealed

The most popular dog breeds and names in Australia have been released for 2022. Has your pooch made the list?

The most popular dog breeds and names of 2022 have been revealed, with Cavoodles taking out top spot once again.

Maltese cross mixes and Labradors have ranked second and third, in the same positions as 2021.

Pet Insurance brand HCF have also revealed the name “Charlie” is the favourite among pooch owners, followed closely by Coco and Bella.

Jan Munro with her Cavoodle Charlie, who has a common dog name. Picture: Nicki Connolly

Other popular names this year were Ruby, Max, Luna, Molly, Buddy, Daisy and Frankie.

Prices of Cavoodles have climbed to an all time high in the past 10 years, especially around 2020 when lockdowns saw people pleading for a pup of their own.

What once would have cost around $800, Cavoodle puppies in Australia can now cost anywhere between $4,500-$8000 depending on the breeders.

Cavoodle puppies are now costing anywhere between $4,500-8000.

Following the three top dog breeds, Staffordshire Bull Terrier remained a popular choice, along with Golden Retrievers, Spoodles, Border Collies, Cavalier King Charles spaniels and Groodles.

Golden Retrievers are the fourth most popular dog breed in 2022.

Border Collie, Murphy enjoys his food. Picture Emma Brasier

A survey conducted by HCF found that 57 per cent of dog owners say their pup makes them happier than any other family member.

And 29 per cent of married dog owners would prefer sharing the bed with their pup than their spouse, and 36 per cent of dog owners with children give their kids food they wouldn’t deem healthy enough for their pups.

Lorraine Thomas, HCF Chief Officer Product and Diversified Business, said the survey results show how integrated dogs are into Australian families.

“Pets bring great comfort to their owners and can also provide so many health benefits, from being a good reason to get out of the house and go for a walk, to being a calming companion that lends an ear and almost never answers back,” Ms Thomas said.

“There’s no denying our love for pets in Australia, which is why prioritising the health and wellbeing of our family should also extend to the four legged members.”

Labradors are still a popular puppy choice in Australia, according to HCF. Picture: Nigel Hallett.

Find the most popular breed and pooch name in your state here:

New South Wales

Names: Charlie, Coco, Daisy, Ruby, Luna

Breeds: Cavoodle, Labrador, Maltese cross, Labradoodle, Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Queensland

Names: Bella, Ruby, Max, Molly, Frankie

Breeds: Cavoodle, Maltese cross, Labrador, Border Collie, Labradoodle

Victoria

Names: Charlie, Coco, Max, Ruby, Luna

Breeds: Cavoodle, Maltese cross, Labrador, Golden Retriever, Spoodle

South Australia

Names: Buddy, Charlie, Molly, Ollie, Frankie

Breeds: Cavoodle, Maltese cross, Labradoodle, Labrador, Golden Retriever

Western Australia

Names: Coco, Molly, Luna, Buddy, Bella

Breeds: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Maltese cross, Labrador, Kelpie Cross, Border Collie

Tasmania

Names: Ziggy, Riley, Sheba, Maggie, Lola

Breeds: Labrador, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Maltese cross, Golden Retriever, Dachshund

Northern Territory

Names: Ziggy, Jack, Jazz, Jessica

Breeds: Jack Russell Terrier, Labrador Cross, Cavoodle, Bull Arab Cross, Maltese Terrier

Australian Capital Territory

Names: Toby, Ruby, Molly, Charlie, Luna

Breeds: Cavoodle, Maltese cross, Labrador, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Labradoodle

Originally published as Australia’s most popular dog names for 2022 are revealed