Basset Hounds are some of the most beloved dogs around. Famed for their extra-long ears, eyes that look right into your soul, and major snuggliness, Basset Hounds are those affectionate, laid-back pups that will never leave your side.
But to go along with all that personality and looks to boot, you need a name that really fits them. From funny to cute to everything in between, we’re here with plenty of popular name ideas.
Have fun, use your imagination, and be sure to check out other ideas from our wide selection of dog name lists.
Top 100 Basset Hound Names
We combed through our database to find the very best of the best Basset Hound names, like Walter, Otis, and Winnie.
- Daisy
- Copper
- Charlie
- Lucy
- Winston
- Hank
- Walter
- Gus
- Cooper
- Penny
- Lola
- Fred
- Duke
- Bella
- Otis
- Sadie
- Lily
- Winnie
- Beau
- Roscoe
- Rosie
- Luna
- Millie
- Bailey
- Mabel
- Bruno
- Buddy
- Maggie
- Oliver
- Stella
- Toby
- Bentley
- Clyde
- Elvis
- Max
- Molly
- Ruby
- Tucker
- Blu
- Dixie
- Dolly
- Murphy
- Olive
- Baxter
- Bonnie
- Frank
- Milo
- Moose
- Phoebe
- Annie
- Barney
- Ollie
- Watson
- Ellie
- Hazel
- Henry
- Peanut
- Willow
- Buster
- Clementine
- Jack
- Louie
- Penelope
- Poppy
- Rufus
- Belle
- Benny
- Boomer
- Buford
- Dudley
- Frankie
- Honey
- Lady
- Lulu
- Maple
- Pepper
- Rocky
- Sophie
- Stanley
- Birdie
- Coco
- Emma
- Flash
- George
- Gracie
- Marley
- Scooter
- Wilbur
- Arlo
- Bertie
- Cash
- Dexter
- Ginger
- Harley
- Leo
- Oakley
- Oscar
- Pickles
- River
- Rose
Male Basset Hound Names
Your Basset Hound boy has the longest ears on the block, and you can’t get enough of those soft, sleepy eyes. Give him a name that’s as wonderful as he is.
- Ben
- Captain
- Droopy
- Duncan
- Homer
- Hunter
- Linus
- Louis
- Maverick
- Norman
- Teddy
- Wally
- Waylon
- Albert
- Beauregard
- Boone
- Boris
- Cosmo
- Hamilton
- Leroy
- Mac
- Otto
- Ozzy
- Sherman
- Snoopy
- Sully
- Arthur
- Niko
- Banjo
- Barley
- Bernard
- Billy
- Biscuit
- Carl
- Chester
- Douglas
- Dozer
- Eeyore
- Elmer
- Ernie
- Franklin
- Guinness
- Gunnar
- Harvey
- Huckleberry
- Huey
- Humphrey
- Odie
- Merle
- Theo
Female Basset Hound Names
Have a pretty little girl? Old-school female names seem to match their personality, charm, and sweetness the most. Think: Betty, Eleanor, and Nellie.
- Betsy
- Betty
- Georgia
- Magnolia
- Margot
- Zoe
- Daphne
- Eleanor
- Fiona
- Harper
- Holly
- Izzy
- Leia
- Nellie
- Nelly
- Nina
- Petunia
- Trixie
- Abby
- Beatrice
- Callie
- Charlotte
- Cleo
- Daisy Mae
- Doris
- Ellie Mae
- Ivy
- Jolene
- June
- Lemon
- Remi
- Scout
- Sugar
- Sunny
- Violet
- Agnes
- Bean
- Becky
- Bernice
- Bessie
- Chloe
- Darla
- Opal
- Peaches
- Pippa
- Pumpkin
- Riley
- Sadie Mae
- Nala
- Elsie
Unique Basset Hound Names
You know that your Basset Hound stands out from all the rest, even though they’re on the short side! Give them a name that’s just as unique.
- Rusty
- Pearl
- Otter
- Nola
- Jasper
- Tulip
- Whiskey
- Archie
- Brutus
- Fanny
- Reggie
- Cricket
- Minnie
- Tank
- Tilly
- Ralph
- Blossom
- Dobby
- Ginny
- Sarge
- Maisie
- Sherlock
- Dotty
- Primrose
- Zuzu
Food Basset Hound Names
Basset Hounds definitely love food, so why not name them after one of their favorites? Bagel, Frito, and Waffles may just fit perfectly.
- Bagel
- Beans
- Waffles
- Basil
- Bleu
- Chips
- Cookie
- Muffin
- Nacho
- Taco
- Banana
- Brie
- Brisket
- Brownie
- Chip
- Cupcake
- Mochi
- Oreo
- Pickle
- Potato
- Sushi
- Toffee
- Tomato
- Frito
- Spud
TV/Movie Basset Hound Names
Your Basset Hound is undoubtedly a cuddle monster, so when you snuggle up on the couch together for a movie marathon, make sure they have a name that nods to one of your favorite characters.
- Margo
- Mickey
- Patrick
- Sonic
- Chance
- Eddie
- Hercules
- Beethoven
- Benji
- Bruiser
- Rocco
- Sydney
- Doug
- Darby
- Baloo
- Buzz
- Luisa
- Mo
- Pongo
- Eugene
- Janice
- Joey
- Rachel
- Samantha
- Carrie
Funny Basset Hound Names
Basset hounds definitely have an awesome sense of humor. Silly and sweet, give them a name like Waddles or Mr. Wrinkles.
- Sir Drools-a-Lot
- Wiggles
- Noodles
- Snoozer
- Sausage
- Flapjack
- Slippers
- Bark Twain
- Sir Barksalot
- Waddles
- Slinky
- Biscuit Butt
- Wobbles
- Munchkin
- Mr. Wrinkles
- Jelly Roll
- Dumpling
- Yoda
- Low Rider
- Tater Tot
- Wigglebutt
- Longfellow
- Snickerdoodle
- Bangers
- Mr. Short Stuff
Celebrity Basset Hound Names
You can totally see your Basset Hound waddling down the red carpet. Pay homage to the celebrity they are with one of these famous names.
- Andy
- Bob
- Jojo
- Martha
- Bill
- Dakota
- Ed
- Gilbert
- Paris
- Blake
- Brooklyn
- Chrissy
- Ella
- Gwen
- Hayley
- Johnny
- Kylie
- Marilyn
- Pete
- Ray
- Simone
- Uma
- Kim
- Andrew
- Florence
Music Basset Hound Names
If you and your Basset Hound pup love to listen to music together (it’s easy when they have ears as big as those!), consider one of these melodic names.
- Willie
- Billie
- Harry
- Summer
- Nelson
- Taylor
- Kacey
- Megan
- Chappell
- Liam
- Bruce
- Neil
- Tyla
- Lana
- Ariana
- Mitski
- Beyonce
- Carly
- Adele
- Britney
- Patsy
- Olivia
- Doja
- Sean
- Simon
Sports Basset Hound Names
Although your Basset Hound might not be rounding the bases or hitting the track at a blazing speed, you can still pay tribute to your favorite athlete with one of these names.
- Bear
- Rudy
- Thor
- Brooks
- Buck
- Cowboy
- Indy
- Jackson
- Lincoln
- Ace
- Angel
- Astro
- Curry
- Booker
- Luka
- Blaze
- Bogey
- Claude
- Cody
- Raven
- Rizzo
- Swift
- Wrigley
- Herbert
- Trout
Hunting Basset Hound Names
Originating in France as top hunting dogs, celebrate Basset Hounds’ heritage with one of these names.
- Tracker
- Chase
- Gunner
- Trapper
- Trigger
- Arrow
- Remington
- Colt
- Bandit
- Diesel
- Ranger
- Rambo
- Bullet
- Ruger
- Tundra
- Blade
- Wilder
- Sniper
- Gauge
- Timber
- Bravo
- Outlaw
- Storm
- Buckshot
- Stryker
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Rover Knows Pet Names
As pet lovers through and through, Rover has the scoop on what people are naming their male dogs. We have a passion for all things dog names and love helping pet parents pick their pup’s perfect name. For over a decade, we’ve gathered pet names from Rover’s database of millions of pets. The names you find here aren’t randomly generated. We keep our lists updated to match the trends within—and from—our own pet parent community.