A distinctive pick — fewer than 1 pets share this name.
From the famous Nyan Cat internet meme, suggesting playfulness.
Nyan is internet-famous thanks to Nyan Cat, the rainbow-trailing pop-tart cat meme. It's also the Japanese onomatopoeia for meow. Perfect for a cat (especially) or a dog with playful, viral energy. Gender-neutral and full of pop culture cred.
Pets named Nyan are most often described as:
Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.
Nyan is a well-known pet name with 1 registered pets. Pets named Nyan are often described as playful, viral, colorful.
Nyan is a unisex pet name, equally popular for male and female pets.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology