What's in a name?

Feel like you saw 10 Simbas and six Daisys this week? You probably did. And you weren't imagining the five patients in a row named Max—it was the most popular dog and cat name in 2005, for the third year in a row, according to data from Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. Remember this list when new pet owners ask for suggestions. And if you'd like to see more variety, avoid these recommendations:

(For tips on remembering pets' names, see "The Name Game".)