A distinctive pick — fewer than 8 pets share this name.
A dramatic name of uncertain origin, associated with the mystical fortune-teller machine from the 1988 film Big.
Zoltar is a name that turns heads — theatrical, larger-than-life, and unmistakably memorable. Most people recognize it from the magical fortune-telling machine in the classic Tom Hanks film Big. For a pet with a big personality and a flair for the dramatic, Zoltar is a showstopper. It works brilliantly for big dogs with confident, almost regal energy.
The magical fortune-telling machine featured in the 1988 film Big
Pets named Zoltar are most often described as:
Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.
Zoltar is a well-known pet name with 8 registered pets. Pets named Zoltar are often described as dramatic, bold, mysterious.
Zoltar is more commonly given to male pets, though it can be used for any pet.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology