A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes over the last few years – according to Kennel Club figures dog ownership has soared to record levels.
There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest addition.
But even when you’ve settled on a type of dog, there’s still the tricky task of choosing a name.
If you’re struggling, pet insurance experts Budget Direct have researched the most popular dog names in countries all over the world – from Denmark to Costa Rica – and created the ultimate multi-national list of monikers for your mutt.
Here are their top 10 female names for dogs.
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5. Daisy
A floral name takes seventh spot in the list. Daisy comes from a Old English word meaning 'day's eye'. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

6. Kira
Taking sixth spot is Kira - an Anglicized form of the Irish name Ciara, meaning 'strong woman'. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

7. Lucy
Completing the top five most popular global female dog names is Lucy. It is derived from the Latin male name Lucius, meaning 'light'. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

8. Mia
Mia is the eighth most popular female dog name around the globe. It comes from the Egyptian word 'mr' and means 'beloved'. Photo: Canva/Getty Images