Hunting dogs are among the most popular and loyal dogs—in fact, many modern dog breeds find their origins in hunting. These include groups like hounds, terriers, cur-type dogs, and gun dogs. That means there’s a huge variety in the size, shape, and personality of hunting dogs, from pointers to dachshunds to beagles. That’s why we’ve given a lot of thought to this list of best hunting dog names. There’s enough variety to fit any dog, from a spunky Huckleberry to a tough Zeus.
We selected these names for dogs with the naturally alert, active, and sporting temperament of the hunting dog. We handpicked them by digging through our Rover.com database of dog names nationwide. Many of these names are unique, while a others show up on the list of top 100 dog names.
This is only the beginning, of course. Use your imagination, have fun, and be sure to check out our other dog name articles for more ideas.
70 Top Hunting Dog Names
- Ace
- Apollo
- Arrow
- Artemis
- Arya
- Aspen
- Athena
- Atlas
- Bear
- Benelli
- Bill
- Bolt
- Boomer
- Browning
- Brutus
- Buck
- Cedar
- Chase
- Copper
- Cricket
- Dakota
- Dashiell (Dash)
- Denali
- Drake
- Duke
- Dutch
- Echo
- Fern
- Finn
- Goose
- Gunnar
- Hammer
- Hawkeye or Hawk
- Huckleberry (Huck)
- Hunter (obvious, but catchy)
- Ivy
- Jack
- Jagger
- Jett
- Kodiak
- Legend
- Maggie
- Marlin
- Maverick
- Moose
- Moxy
- Nala
- Oakley
- Orion
- Rain (Rainy)
- Ranger
- Rebel
- Remington (Remy)
- Rocky
- Rogue
- Ruger
- Sage
- Scout
- Shadow
- Spike
- Sundance
- Teddy
- Texas
- Thunder
- Walker
- Wilder
- Willow
- Yukon
- Zeus
- Ziggy
Still not satisfied? The best hunting dog names don’t necessarily have to say anything about animals, nature, or hunting skills. A sweet name like Rosie, or a silly name like Noodles, might be perfect for your pet. Why? Because the best hunting dog names are the names that fit the individual dog.
Over the years, we’ve compiled plenty of names for you to peruse—and we keep our lists updated with new dog name data each year. You can also check out our list of unique dog names, or take a look at our list of Scottish dog names, and Irish names for dogs! Have fun, use your imagination, and if you need some more name inspiration, check out our Dog Name Generator!
Whether you rely on Rover.com for dog name inspiration, to gain insight into dog behaviour or for amazing dog boarding and walking services, we’ve got your back!
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