"These lists really give a good feel to how Australian pet owners are choosing to name their forever friend," says Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia.  "At PIA we are always so impressed at the level of creativity, and the human characteristics that many of these names represent."

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Top 10 Male Dog Names

1. Archie
2. Hunter
3. Milo
4. Leo
5. Shadow
6. Simba
7. Bluey
8. Boris
9. Charlie
10. Fluffy

Top 10 Female Dog Names

1. Luna
2. Willow
3. Cleo
4. Chilli
5. Hazel
6. Kiki
7. Maisy
8. Angel
9. Belle
10. Bernie

Top 10 Male Cat Names

1. Archie
2. Charlie
3. Milo
4. Alfie
5. Teddy
6. Ollie
7. Winston
8. Bear
9. Buddy
10. Arlo

Top 10 Female Cat Names

1. Luna
2. Daisy
3. Coco
4. Frankie
5. Rosie
6. Bella
7. Willow
8. Lola
9. Maggie
10. Ruby

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