Cocoa

Cocoa derives from the Spanish cacao, itself from the Nahuatl cacahuatl, referring to the seeds of the Theobroma cacao tree from which chocolate is produced. The word entered English in the 18th century alongside the growing popularity of chocolate as a luxury beverage. As a pet name, Cocoa evokes warmth, richness, and a deep, inviting brown color — the color of a companion's coat, eyes, or overall impression.

Cocoa ranks #165 among America's most popular pet names, a food-inspired name in the warmest possible register. Owners who choose Cocoa are describing something about their companion's appearance — that deep, rich brown that makes you want to gather them close — or their personality, warm and sweet and comforting like a mug held on a cold morning. It is a particularly popular choice for chocolate-colored companions of any breed or species, and the association with warmth and indulgence makes it effortlessly endearing.