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Published: July 24, 2025

Reference period: 2023-01-01 – 2024-01-01


Dog population in Basel 2023

From January 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024, 5,945 dogs were registered, with Chihuahuas, Labradors, and Jack Russel Terriers being the most common breeds, and Luna the most popular name. There has been a steady increase in dog registrations since 2008, with a notable rise around 2020–2021, likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on pet companionship demand.

During the reference period from January 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024, a total of 5,945 dogs were registered. Among these, 3,166 were female and 2,779 were male. The most common breeds during this period were the Chihuahua with 343 registrations, the Labrador with 263, and the Jack Russel Terrier/Parson Russel Terrier with 201. The top names for dogs were Luna, Kira, and Nala, with Luna being the most popular at 78 occurrences. For male dogs, the names Leo and Rocky were also prevalent.

In the context of newly registered dog names for the year, some notable and amusing entries include Calimero (Bobby), Frenchy, and Panda (Adidas Royalty Grace). Names such as Betty Boop and Tony Montana Cookie Salvin Ticino suggest influences from pop culture and humor.

Examining the trend in dog registrations since 2008, there has been a noticeable increase. In 2019, the total number of registered dogs was 5,072, with 2,791 females and 2,281 males. By the reference period, these numbers had grown to 5,945 total dogs, indicating a steady upward trend. Notably, there was an increase in registrations around 2020–2021, which could be linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. This period saw heightened demand for companionship, as people sought the comfort of pets during lockdowns and periods of social isolation.


Top 10 Most Popular Dog Names in 2023

name number
Luna 78.0
Kira 45.0
Nala 39.0
Leo 33.0
Rocky 32.0
Bella 31.0
Mia 29.0
Lucky 27.0
Stella 26.0
Lucy 26.0


Annual Number of Dogs in Basel by Sex


Data source: Hundenamen im Kanton Basel-Stadt seit 2008

🤖 This text was generated using AI. All quantitative information is based on the dataset referenced in the data source.