10 Bizarre Pet Names Celebrities Have Chosen
Coming up with a pet name might not seem like a high-stakes decision, but for celebrities, it often becomes part of their public persona. With no naming rules to follow, stars have gone all-in on eccentric, pun-heavy, or oddly regal names for their pets. These picks prove that in Hollywood, even the pets carry a touch of spectacle.
Sheriff Steve Goldberg — Christina Ricci
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Christina Ricci didn’t settle for “Max” or “Buddy.” Her dog’s full name is Sheriff Steve Goldberg. It sounds like someone you’d expect to find working a desk job in a small-town precinct. Ricci revealed the name during interviews and has referenced him multiple times as a very dignified companion.
Porky Basquiat — Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas
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This Alaskan Klee Kai became an internet sensation not just for its wolf-like appearance but also for the name its celebrity owners gave it. “Porky Basquiat” successfully combines juvenile humor with highbrow art. The couple also had another Husky named Waldo Picasso. Both dogs’ names reference artists.
Ceelo Vicious — Adrien Brody
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Adrien Brody and his partner, Michelle Dupont, once owned a dog called Ceelo Vicious, a name that seems like a mix between a lounge singer and a punk rocker. While not much is publicly known about Ceelo, the name’s wild contrast stuck with fans.
Brisket — Glen Powell
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Actor Glen Powell, known for his role in Top Gun: Maverick, named his dog Brisket. It’s a tribute to his Texas roots and his love for barbecue. Brisket frequently appears on Powell’s social media.
Christopher Chip Rafael Nadal — Serena Williams
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While most people shorten it to “Chip,” Serena’s dog’s full name is Christopher Chip Rafael Nadal. The last part is a tribute to fellow tennis icon Rafael Nadal. It’s a multi-layered name that sounds more like a player entry at Wimbledon than a Yorkshire Terrier lounging courtside.
Walk — Cardi B and Offset
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Naming your dog “Walk” might sound like a joke that went too far, but Cardi B and Offset committed to it. The pitbull’s name reportedly came from Cardi’s daughter, Kulture, who found the word hilarious. That’s not the couple’s only creatively named pet—Boujee and Bentley also live in their dog family.
Magneto — Christina Ricci
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Christina Ricci appears twice on this list for good reason. Apart from Sheriff Steve Goldberg, she’s also named a pet “Magneto”, inspired by the X-Men villain. Ricci is yet to share whether the cat has mutant powers or just an impressive presence, but Magneto lives up to a certain cinematic standard.
Diamond Baby — Paris Hilton
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Paris Hilton has a long track record of giving her dogs names that belong in a glamor magazine, and Diamond Baby is one of the standouts. This tiny dog gained even more attention when she went missing in 2022 and subsequently sparked a massive search. Hilton’s other dogs include Slivington and Princess Paris Jr.
Eye In The Dark — Norman Reedus
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Norman Reedus and his son Mingus adopted a black cat and named it Eye In The Dark. It came from the only part of the cat they could see at night—his glowing eyes. Reedus once told Page Six that the cat traveled with him often and didn’t enjoy being left alone.
Butters — Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom
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Among Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s pets, their miniature poodle named Butters stands out. The couple has other creatively named animals like Nugget and Kitty Purry, but Butters fits into that trend of food-related pet names.