Pippin

Pippin is a Germanic name of uncertain full etymology, possibly derived from Pippin I, the 7th-century Frankish mayor of the palace whose name may relate to a Proto-Germanic root meaning 'awe-inspiring' or 'trembling.' Several Carolingian rulers bore the name. In modern culture, Pippin is most beloved as the name of Peregrin Took — the cheerful, curious, and sometimes foolhardy hobbit in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.

Pippin is an irresistible name for a small, bouncy, slightly chaotic companion who means well and somehow always lands on his feet despite his best efforts to the contrary. The hobbit connection makes it a natural choice for pet owners who love Tolkien, and Pippin Took's personality — curious, enthusiastic, easily distracted by food, fundamentally good-hearted — maps onto beloved pets with uncanny accuracy. The name also has a gentle, old-world quality that makes it feel distinctive and genuinely sweet.