Winners Unleashed, Nationwide Reveals the Wackiest Pet Names of 2026
Internet Browser, Cheddar Big Booty Cheeseburger and Space Cowboy Take Top Honors
The votes are in, and Nationwide has officially crowned the winners of its 2026 Wacky Pet Names campaign. Pet lovers across the country cast their ballots to determine the most imaginative, unexpected, and downright unforgettable pet names of the year.
Taking home the title of Wackiest Pet Name of 2026 are*:
- Top Dog: Internet Browser, a Plott hound from San Antonio, Texas
- Top Cat: Cheddar Big Booty Cheeseburger, a longhair feline with maximum flavor from Benton, Arkansas
- Top Exotic Pet: Space Cowboy, a bearded dragon living life on his own terms from Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
Each year, Nationwide pet insurance team recognizes the most bold and unforgettable names among its roster of newly enrolled pets. The top 10 wackiest dogs, cats, and exotic pet names were put to a public vote that ran April 13-17 with a record 200,000+ votes counted.
The pet’s families will celebrate their wins with a professional photo shoot with their pet and a gift card to create a custom pet portrait.
Below are links to the names and profiles of the other nominees.
Nationwide’s Wacky Pet Names campaign highlights the real families behind every funny name and why they choose Nationwide to protect their pets.
It’s a wacky world out there. Be ready for the unexpected with protection from Nationwide pet insurance. To explore pet health insurance coverage for dogs, cats and many avian and exotic pets, visit petinsurance.com.
*These are actual pet names chosen by actual owners, reflecting their pets' unique personalities and the owner's interests and passions. No connection or relationship to the inspiration is implied.