Nugget

Nugget is an English name from the word for a small lump of precious metal — particularly a gold nugget, the discovery of which sparked the great gold rushes of the 19th century. The word also carries modern food connotations, particularly the chicken nugget, beloved comfort food. For pets, Nugget works on both levels: it can celebrate a small, golden-colored companion who is precious beyond measure, or it can simply be an affectionate acknowledgment that this creature is small, rounded, and completely irresistible. Either way, the name is pure affection.

Nugget ranks #284 on the pet name charts and is one of the most cheerfully affectionate names in the catalog. It carries the warmth of something small and precious — whether that's a chunk of gold or a particularly beloved bite of comfort food is entirely in the eye of the beholder. Nugget works especially well for small, round, golden-colored companions, but its appeal extends to any companion who is simply small, lovable, and precious to their owner. It has a bouncy, happy sound that suits a companion with an equally bouncy, happy personality.