Luna becomes Christchurch's most popular dog name

Wednesday 14 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 14 Oct, 9:47am

Luna has overtaken Charlie as the most common dog name in Christchurch according to recent council registration data. There were 421 Lunas registered this year, narrowly beating the 420 dogs named Charlie. Other popular names include Poppy and Bella.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 14 Oct, 9:15am

   Christchurch dog names: Luna edges Charlie as favourite (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesWed 14 Oct, 9:47am

   Move over Charlie: Christchurch’s most popular dog names revealed (opens in new tab)