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350+ Best Hunting Dog Names: Strong and Bold Names for Your Loyal Companion

Are you looking for suitable hunting dog names for your partner in the field? Well, you have come to the paw-fect place for the name hunt.

A hunting dog usually hunts with or for hunters, and they are trained for different tasks. Beagle, Labrador Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, Brittany Spaniel, and many more breeds come under the category.

A fitting name is important for your canine partner before going out for adventures. In this article, we have compiled a list of 300+ names for hunting dogs that go well with their instincts and skills. You can pick from categories like male, female, puppy, unique, badass, animal-inspired, gun names, and much more.

Best Male Hunting Dog Names

You should try to give a name that reflects the strong and adventurous characteristics of your male hunting dog. Let’s take a look at some of the best male hunting dog names with their meanings.

S.no.	Name	Meaning/Context
1	Scout	Perfect for a dog with a good sense of smell, always alert and ready to go
2	Chase	This signifies a dog’s instinct to chase with speed and agility
3	Ranger	Indicating a dog’s ability to navigate through difficult terrains and act as a protector
4	Hunter	One of the most typical male hunting dog names
5	Blaze	Represents the fiery spirit and speed of a hunting dog
6	Dash	Indicating speed and agility
7	Tracker	Perfect for those with great scent-tracking abilities
8	Ryder	Signifies a dog’s ability to ride along on hunting adventures
9	Remington	Inspired by a firearms brand
10	Gunner	Indicating the role of a trusted partner in hunting
11	Bow	A suitable name for a dog who hunts like a sharp bow
12	Boomer	Suitable for enthusiastic doge, represents energy
13	Max	A strong and bold name talking about the maximum potential of your dog on the field
14	Bullet	For speed and precision
15	Boone	Perfect for those who love being outdoors
16	Buck	Shows strength and agility
17	Colt	Perfect for a swift and reliable male hunting dog, inspired by firearms
18	Duke	A royal and noble name
19	Trapper	For someone skilled in locating and trapping
20	Shadow	Suitable for a quiet, stealthy, and loyal partner
21	Otis	One of the unique male hunting dog names
22	Logger	For strong and adventurous dogs
23	Finn	A short name for a sharp and active dog
24	Diesel	Indicates endurance and strength
25	Davy	A charming name idea
26	Chaser	For those canines who love a thrilling chase
27	Brutus	Perfect for a strong dog
28	Zeus	A Greek god known for his power and majestic charm
29	Ace	A playing card, perfect for a top-notch hunting dog
30	Trigger	A great name for a fast-acting dog
31	Magnum	A great gun dog name
32	Bolt	A short and heavy shot from a crossbow
33	Tucker	For a loyal partner in hunting
34	Tank	Shows resilience and strength, for a tough and bold dog
35	Rex	A Latin name for ‘King’
36	Red	A classic name idea
37	King	For a dominating and strong dog
38	Lucky	A suitable name for your lucky charm
39	Buddy	Indicating a loyal companion
40	Odin	Inspired by the Norse god, suitable for a wise and powerful dog
41	Axel	Shows strength and reliability
42	Jax	A modern male hunting dog name
43	Maverick	Suitable for an independent dog with a wild side
44	Chief	For a strong and leading dog

Best Female Hunting Dog Names

If your hunting companion is a fierce and elegant female dog, you need to choose a name representing the characteristics. Take a look at the following list of the popular female hunting dog names to get ideas:

S.no.	Name	Meaning/Context
1	Arrow	Represents sharpness and speed
2	Hazel	A type of tree, indicating wisdom and protection
3	Piper	For a lively and friendly personality
4	Freya	Norse goddess of love and beauty
5	Nala	Inspired by ‘The Lion King’
6	Dixie	Indicates grace and hospitality
7	Ivy	For enduring breeds
8	Nova	Latin for ‘new’; and also a bright star
9	Ginger	For a dog with a fiery spirit, suitable for a red-coated dog
10	Athena	Greek goddess of wisdom and energy
11	Ruby	A gemstone representing energy and passion
12	Stella	Star in Latin; for a bright and shining dog
13	Ember	Representing warmth and energy
14	Sage	Symbolizes wisdom and calm nature
15	Willow	For a resilient and flexible dog
16	Luna	Moon in Latin; symbolizing calmness and beauty
17	Winnie	Short for ‘Winchester’
18	Rogue	A suitable name to represent mischievous and adventurous nature
19	Maggie	A classic female hunting dog name
20	Dakota	Inspired by the vast hunting grounds of North and South Dakota
21	Arya	Arya Stark, a Game of Thrones character
22	Aurora	Inspired by the northern lights
23	Sable	Perfect for a sleek and dark-coated dog
24	Daisy	For a gracious dog with good precision
25	Bella	Beautiful and gentle
26	Lady	A classic name
27	Mia	It means ‘mine’; a short and affectionate name for your furry friend
28	Sadie	Strength and grace
29	Zara	It means ‘princess’ or ‘flower’ in Arabic
30	Duchess	A royal name indicating high status and elegance
31	Dottie	Gift of god
32	Bailey	Symbolizing companionship and loyalty
33	Tessie	A typical dog name
34	Sky	For free and boundless spirits
35	Ladybird	Represents grace and gentleness
36	Rosie	Inspired by roses, symbolizing beauty and love
37	Star	Bright and distinct
38	Misty	Mystery and Elegance
39	Sierra	A mountain range
40	Molly	A friendly name
41	Missy	A playful and affectionate name
42	Frida	Inspired by the artist Frida Kahlo
43	Ziggy	For bold personalities
44	Xena	Inspired by the warrior princess
45	Trudy	Spear of strength
46	Shiloh	Hebrew for ‘peace’; perfect for calm and composed dogs
47	Roxie	A fun and lively name
48	Payton	Warrior’s estate
49	Nikita	A Russian name meaning ‘unconquerable’
50	Moxie	Boldness and courage
51	Marlie	Symbolizes warmth and cheerfulness
52	Layla	Night in Arabic
53	Gamora	Inspired by the Marvel character

Popular Puppy Names for Hunting Dogs

You can use the above-mentioned names for your hunting puppy as well. However, if you are looking for something specific for your new hunting pup, take a look at the following list of hunting puppy names.

S.no.	Name
1	Maple (A sweet name for a pup)
2	Pebble (Ideal for a small pup)
3	Luna
4	Skye
5	Fawn
6	Rocky
7	Max
8	Nova
9	Dash (For a quick pup)
10	Bear
11	Scout
12	Tucker
13	Chase
14	Blaze

Unique Names for Hunting Dogs

Hunting dogs are not your ordinary pets; they have specialized capabilities that can help you in your hunt. As a result, anyone would want to pick a special and unique name for hunting dogs. Here are a few of the unique name ideas:

S.no.	Name
1	Rogue
2	Onyx
3	Enzo
4	Dash
5	Kona
6	Orion
7	Jett
8	Blitz
9	Sable
10	Jett
11	Zephyr
12	Zeke
13	Titan
14	Indigo
15	Zorro
16	Zara
17	Nyx
18	Echo
19	Coda
20	Loki
21	Remy

Badass Hunting Dog Names

Hunting dogs are known for their strength, boldness, and fearlessness. They are badass and that is why it would be a great idea to give them a badass name that reflects the true nature of your hunting partner. Here are some great name ideas:

S.no.	Name
1	Zeus
2	Wolverine
3	Striker
4	Ruger
5	Rebel
6	Ranger
7	Rambo
8	Major
9	Hulk
10	Hammer
11	Goliath
12	Arrow
13	Athena
14	Blitz
15	Beast
16	Bolt
17	Bonnie
18	Captain
19	General
20	Duke
21	Titan
22	Hercules
23	Atlas
24	Camo
25	Maverick
26	Rocky
27	Thor
28	Beast
29	Artemis
30	Valentino (a badass Italian dog name)

Nature-inspired Names for Hunting Dogs

Hunting dogs and their human partners are mostly nature lovers. These nature-inspired hunting dog names can be a great idea to reflect the love for the beauty of nature. Here is a list of some good options:

S.no.	Name
1	Bayou (Inspired by the ecosystem of bayous of Louisiana)
2	Cache
3	Cedar
4	Raven
5	Daisy
6	Aspen
7	Creek
8	Maple
9	Meadow
10	Coulee
11	Merritt
12	Sage
13	Terra
14	River
15	Forest
16	Willow
17	Thunder
18	Mesa
19	Summit
20	Baca (A National Wildlife Refuge in Colorado)
21	Delta
22	Fern
23	Rocky
24	Saber (A sift and deadly weapon)
25	Desert
26	Quivira (Quivira National Wildlife Refuge in Kansas)
27	Flint
28	Dawn
29	Cypress
30	Ivy
31	Monte
32	Stone
33	Star
34	Sky
35	Bear
36	Ember
37	Sitka
38	Pistol
39	Hawl
40	Misty
41	Sabine
42	Storm
43	Hopper (Mountain National Wildlife Refuge in California)

Hunting Dog Names Inspired by Animals

If you have adopted a hunting dog, you must be passionate about other animals as well. Here are some of the best hunting dog names inspired by other creatures of the animal kingdom.

S.no.	Name
1	Rhino
2	Woody (Wood Duck)
3	Moose
4	Gaddy (Gadwall)
5	Boa
6	Panther
7	Raven
8	Billy
9	Raptor
10	Grizzly
11	Finch
12	Toad
13	Eagle
14	Hawk
15	Badger
16	Colt
17	Fox
18	Tiger
19	Cougar
20	Bison
21	Teal
22	Jaguar
23	Drake
24	Viper
25	Rabbit
26	Wolf
27	Goose
28	Lynx
29	Coyote
30	Cddis
31	Cobra
32	Buck
33	Bear
34	Trout
35	Fox

Popular Dog Names for Hunting Dogs of Different Categories

There are a lot of different kinds of hunting dogs, trained for specific tasks of hunting. The major categories of hunting dogs include hounds, terriers, bird dogs, gun dogs, rangers, etc. The most common way to name your hunting companion is to find a word that represents its category. Here are some good hunting names for dogs (category-wise):

Hound Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	Bella
2	Ruby (For a rich and reddish-coated hound)
3	Hazel
4	Greta
5	Sadie
6	Lucy
7	Ace
8	Thor (For a strong and fearless hound)
9	Rex
10	Finn (Perfect for a clever hound)
11	Buster
12	Duke

Bird Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	Sparrow (For a small and efficient bird dog)
2	Phoenix
3	Hawk (For a dog with keen eyesight)
4	Quail
5	Eagle
6	Falcon
7	Lark
8	Wren (For a small but mighty dog)
9	Piper
10	Robin
11	Feather

Gun Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	Magnum
2	Sniper
3	Buckshot
4	Remington
5	Gauge
6	Ruger
7	Winchester
8	Browning
9	Beretta
10	Mossberg
11	Wesson
12	Smith
13	Dakota
14	Weatherby
15	Blaser
16	Benelli
17	Savage
18	Taurus
19	Kimber
20	Trigger
21	Henry
22	Shooter
23	Rifle
24	Bullet
25	Hoyt
26	Bandit
27	Nox
28	Camo
29	Nitro
30	Rigby

Duck Hunting Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	Reed
2	Puddle
3	Drake
4	Marsh
5	Aqua
6	Splash

Waterfowl Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	River
2	Brook
3	Tide
4	harbor
5	Nile (The Great River)
6	Delta

Ranger Dog Names

S.no.	Name
1	Guardian (For a protective dog)
2	Patrol
3	Trooper
4	Sentinel (Ideal for a dog that guards its territory)
5	Trail
6	Scout (For a dog that leads the way)

Pop Culture-inspired Hunting Dog Names

Are you a fellow cinephile and pop-culture enthusiast like me? Well, taking inspiration from your favorite films or shows can be a great way to name your hunting dog. Let’s take a look at some of the best hunting dog names inspired by iconic characters.

S.no.	Name	Meaning/Context
1	Elmer	Inspired by Elmer Fudd from the ‘Looney Tunes’
2	Strider	From ‘The Lord of the Rings’
3	Katniss	A strong and skilled archer from ‘The Hunger Games’
4	Leia	A brave princess from ‘Star Wars’
5	Moby	The great white whale in ‘Moby-Dick’
6	Huck	Inspired by a character from ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’
7	Watson	Sherlock Holmes’s loyal companion; a great name for a dog with good observation skills
8	Thor	God of Thunder (also a Marvel character known for strength)
9	Rocky	A resilient boxer from the ‘Rocky’ movie series
10	Khaleesi	A powerful female character from the ‘Game of Thrones’ series
11	Crusoe	The adventurous protagonist from ‘Robinson Crusoe’
12	Buddy	From ‘Air Bud’
13	Baxter	From ‘Anchorman’
14	Beast	From ‘The Sandlot’
15	Bruiser	From ‘Legally Blonde’
16	Milo	From ‘The Mask’
17	Old Yeller	From ‘Old Yeller’
18	Sassy	From ‘Homeward Bound’
19	Chance	From ‘Homeward Bound’
20	Shadow	From ‘Homeward Bound’
21	Hooch	From ‘Turner and Hooch’
22	Tramp	From ‘Lady and the Tramp’
23	Toto	From ‘The Wizard of Oz’
24	Cujo	From ‘Cujo’
25	Marley	From ‘Marley & Me’
26	Bruce	From ‘Batman’
27	Cersei	A clever character from ‘Game of Thrones’
28	Clyde	From ‘Bonnie and Clyde’
29	Copper	From ‘The Fox and the Hound’
30	Fang	From ‘Harry Potter’
31	Loki	From ‘The Avengers’
32	Nala	From ‘The Lion King’
33	Pippin	From ‘The Lord of the Rings’
34	Skip	From ‘My Dog Skip’

Best Hunting Dog Names Inspired by Places, Persons, and Culture

Another easy way to finalize a good hunting dog name is to choose something related to your favorite person, place, culture, etc. This can be a great approach to figuring out good hunting names for dogs. Let’s explore some name ideas inspired by places, persons, and culture.

S.no.	Name
1	Ernest (Inspired by author Ernest Hemingway)
2	Doc
3	Clint
4	Cash (Named after musician Johnny Cash)
5	Butch
6	Aldo
7	Abe (Inspired by Abraham Lincoln)
8	Clifford
9	Elmer
10	Hank
11	Louis
12	Oakley
13	Ringo
14	Ronnie
15	Zion
16	Vegas
17	Tex
18	Teton
19	Reno
20	Ozark
21	Nash
22	Moab
23	Minne
24	Maui
25	Homer
26	Kenai
27	Indiana
28	Denver
29	Dakota
30	Cody
31	Cheyenne
32	Casper
33	Bridger
34	Zane
35	Wyatt
36	Teddy
37	Sawyer

Tips to Choose Good Hunting Dog Names

Congrats! You have now a huge collection of popular hunting dog names across different categories. Still confused and not able to pick a name? We completely understand the importance of choosing the best horse names, wolf names, or a name for your hunting canine.

The name you finalize should make you feel a connection with your partner, and you should be able to use it easily in various situations. Here are some fantastic tips you should consider while choosing good hunting dog names:

• Always choose a short name for your hunter. This allows you to call the dog quickly during your hunting adventures. Try to think of a name that should be loud and clear in the forest and the dog should be able to hear it from a distance.

• You can follow the tradition of naming your hunting dog. Many hunting tribes name their dogs after famous hunting dogs, gun companies, sports, etc. 

• The name you choose should be unique, and it should not be similar to commonly used hunting commands like stay, come, heel, or sit. This will help you during training and hunting adventures.

• Choose a name with a paw-sitive meaning to build a good relationship with the dog. Try to avoid being too aggressive or negative names because your dog will not always be in hunting mode.

• A unique name is a good idea, but it should not be difficult for people to pronounce. It should be simple for anyone to call out the name.

These are the few things you should consider before choosing a hunting dog name. However, we are sure that the name won’t matter much after you finalize it. No matter what, you will love your dog unconditionally.

We hope that this article will be helpful to you in some way. Please share it with your fellow hunter friends.