Chili

Chili refers to the chili pepper, from the Nahuatl chilli — a word from the Aztec language for the pungent, hot pepper cultivated in Mesoamerica for thousands of years. The name suggests heat, spice, and a personality with serious kick. As a pet name it's playful and carries an unmistakable energy.

Chili is a name for a pet with personality to spare — the kind of animal that turns the energy level up two notches just by entering the room. It suits red, rust, or orange-coated pets particularly well, since the color match adds to the charm. But honestly, any small-to-medium dog or cat with a fiery disposition can wear it with complete authenticity. Chili is also gender-neutral, which makes it broadly usable. It's memorable, it's fun to say, and it describes an animal you'd never call boring.