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The rating is based on data from a single genealogical book of the Russian cynological Association, which annually registers about 320 thousand puppies.

In 2020, the most popular nickname for dogs was the name of Oscar, in second place – Jasmine, on the third Olivia. How often the Russians call their dogs said the President of the Russian cynological Federation Vladimir Golubev.

According to him, the popular Soviet nicknames Fido and Friend leave in the past. Over the past five years a dozen of the most popular nicknames is almost the same. Oscar, Jasmine and Olivia always come in the top 3. This year, the nickname of Valencia ousted from top name Caesar.

“the pet name is not just a set of letters, it is most often used command, which for a dog will designate a signal of attention. The choice of a name for a dog is often a challenge because many people want to match the character and temperament of four-legged friend,” – said RIA Novosti Golubev.

This year the top ten popular names also included Valencia, Jacqueline, Zeus, Isabelle, Elisha, Eva and gold. The rating is based on data from a single genealogical book of the Russian cynological Association, which annually registers about 320 thousand puppies.

Golubev said that owners of popular names such as Aphrodite and Athena. There are names in honor of favorite cars, football club, brands, and movie heroes. According to the President of RKF, the Russians call their dogs by Mercedes, Lexus and Bentley, as well as Hermione, Tiffany, and even Bangs.