Panda

Panda is a name taken from the giant panda, the beloved black-and-white bear native to China whose name may derive from the Nepali word ponya, though its exact etymology is uncertain. The giant panda has become one of the most recognizable and beloved animals in the world, a global symbol of conservation efforts and gentle power. For pets, Panda is most naturally suited to a companion with striking black and white coloring, though its associations with cuddly, peaceful creatures make it appealing for any gentle, round, lovable companion.

Panda holds #288 on the pet name charts and has a universally warm reception — it is simply impossible to hear the word panda without a corresponding uplift in mood. The name works brilliantly for any companion with black and white markings or coloring that recalls the iconic giant panda, but it also captures a particular personality type: gentle, somewhat round, deeply beloved, and perhaps mildly awkward in the most endearing possible way. Panda is the name for the companion who is more cute than fierce, more cuddly than athletic, and completely perfect just as they are.