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Updated: April 12, 2024

Welcome to a unique compilation of names dedicated specifically to a distinct breed - the Otterhound. Known for their keen sense of smell, strength and endurance, this breed has a rich history dating back to the 12th century in England. These dogs are known for their affable nature, loyalty, and playfulness, making them a cherished companion in many households worldwide.

Choosing a name for your new Otterhound can be quite an exciting task. It's a chance to reflect their personality, appearance, or simply your personal preferences. The list we've compiled includes a wide array of choices, from traditional and popular dog names to unique and unusual ones. Whether you're looking for a name that's fun, serious, inspired by their history, or something that perfectly captures their distinctive traits, we've got you covered.

Engage in the joy of finding the perfect title for your Otterhound. As you browse through our list, we hope you'll find the name that perfectly suits your new companion. Remember, the best names are the ones that help underscore the unique bond between you and your pet!

Name Reason to Choose
Rambler Perfect for a breed that loves long walks
Ranger Representing the breed's love for long walks
Reef Named after a ridge of rocks or coral, often just below the water's surface
Ripple The name suits a dog who loves to cause a stir in the water
River The breed is known for its swimming skills
Roamer A suitable name for this adventurous breed
Rover Refers to the breed's love of exploration
Rudder Fun name for a breed that loves to swim
Salty Perfect for a dog who loves the sea
Scent Highlights the breed's strong sense of smell
Scout Emphasizes the breed's keen sense of exploration
Shore Fits a dog who enjoys spending time by the water's edge
Skipper Reflects the dog's adventurous spirit, like the captain of a ship
Sleet Fits a dog who loves cold weather
Sniff Showcases their excellent scent detection
Snowy For a dog with a white coat or who loves snow
Splash It reflects the breed's love for water
Stormy For a dog with a wild and unpredictable nature
Stream Signifies the Otterhound's affinity to water
Surf For a dog who loves to play in the water
Surge To signify their strong, powerful nature
Swimmer A self-explanatory name for a breed that loves to swim
Tackle For their hunting skills
Tempest Perfect for a dog with a stormy, energetic personality
Thalassa The ancient Greek word for 'sea'
Tide Suits a dog who moves with the flow, like the tides
Tornado Fits a dog who has a powerful presence
Tracker Emphasizes their tracking abilities
Trail The breed's love for walks makes this a fitting name
Tundra For a dog who loves wide open spaces
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Unique or Rare Names

Otterhounds are a rare breed, so a unique or uncommon name could reflect their special status.
Name Description
Aquilo Latin name for 'North wind,' a tribute to the Otterhound's love for outdoor activities
Barracuda Named after a sea creature to reflect the breed's water-loving nature
Cnidarian In reference to the Otterhound's affinity for water, much like the jellyfish, a cnidarian
Dewclaw This unique name relates to a dog's toe that doesn't touch the ground, much like the Otterhound's rare breed status
Euripus A Greek term for a narrow stretch of water, symbolizing the breed's water skills
Fjord Named after the narrow sea inlets, reflecting the Otterhound's love for water
Grouper Named after a large fish species, this name is ideal for a large, water-loving dog like the Otterhound
Hippocampus A seahorse genus, fitting for a water-loving breed
Irukandji Named after a type of jellyfish, reflecting the breed's affinity for water
Jett Short for 'jetty,' a structure that projects into water, this name is perfect for a water-loving breed
Kraken A mythical sea monster, a fitting name for a large, water-loving dog
Littoral Relating to the shore of a lake, sea, or ocean, much like the Otterhound's preferred environments
Mergus A genus of ducks, symbolizing the breed's water skills
Naiad In tribute to the water nymphs of Greek mythology
Oarfish Named after a long, thin, silver fish, reflecting the breed's love for water
Pomoxis A genus of freshwater fish, referring to the breed's swimming skills
Quagga Named after an extinct zebra species, reflecting the breed's rare status
Rorqual A type of whale, a fitting name for a large, water-loving breed
Sargasso Named after a sea famous for its floating seaweed, reflecting the breed's love for water
Trident A three-pronged spear used for fishing, symbolizing the breed's water skills
Urchin Named after a sea creature, reflecting the breed's affinity for water
Vobla A type of fish, a fitting name for a water-loving breed
Walrus This large sea mammal is a perfect namesake for a large, water-loving dog
Xiphos A short sword used by ancient Greeks, symbolizing the breed's agility
Yabby Named after a type of crayfish found in freshwater, a fitting name for a water-loving breed
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Large Breed Names

As Otterhounds are a large breed, names traditionally given to large dogs can be suitable.
Name Description
Atlas Named after the mythological titan who held up the sky
Bear It's a fitting name for a big, furry friend
Bismarck Named after the large German battleship
Bison Inspired by the large, strong wild animal
Boulder A name inspired by large, immovable rocks
Brute This name is often used to denote strength and size
Galaxy Emphasizes the size and majesty of this breed
Giant A straightforward name that indicates a dog's size
Glacier Inspired by the large, slow-moving ice masses
Goliath A well-known giant from biblical history
Hulk Reflects the size and strength of this breed
Jumbo This name is often used to indicate a large size
Kong A reference to King Kong, the giant ape
Mammoth Inspired by the giant prehistoric elephant
Mastiff It's another breed known for its large size
Maximus Latin for 'greatest', suitable for a large breed
Moose This name is often associated with large animals
Rumble An onomatopoeic name that suggests size and power
Sumo A reference to the large and strong Sumo wrestlers
Tank Inspired by the large, powerful military vehicle
Thunder Signifies the loud and powerful nature of these dogs
Titan This name signifies strength and size, perfect for a large Otterhound
Tundra A vast and imposing landscape, much like an Otterhound
Viking Named after the large and strong Norse seafarers
Zeppelin Named after the large German airships
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Hunter Names

In line with their historical role as hunting dogs, names associated with hunters or hunting can be suitable.
Name Description
Arrow Arrow is a tool used in hunting, symbolising speed and accuracy
Blaze Blaze can refer to a trail marker, fitting for a breed known for its tracking skills
Buck Buck is a term for a male deer, a common game for hunters
Bullet Bullet signifies speed and precision, much like an Otterhound's hunting style
Chase Chase indicates the dog's instinct to pursue its prey
Falcon Falcon, a bird of prey, signifies a hunting spirit
Gunther It's a German name meaning 'bold warrior', suitable for a strong hunting breed
Hawkeye Suggests sharp vision, a key trait in hunting dogs
Hunter This name speaks for itself, perfect for a breed bred for hunting
Lancer Lancer, a type of soldier, suggests the breed's courage and determination
Marshal Marshal is a term for a high-ranking officer, denoting the dog's leadership in hunting
Nimrod Nimrod is a biblical figure known as a mighty hunter
Pioneer A term for a person who is among the first to explore, perfect for these adventurous dogs
Pistol A quirky name that acknowledges the breed's hunting background
Quiver Quiver, as in a holder for arrows, is a unique and fitting name for a hunting dog
Ranger It implies a sense of outdoor adventure and hunting, which Otterhounds are known for
Rifle Rifle is a strong and unique name for a dog of a hunting breed
Rover A traditional dog name that signifies a wandering spirit, much like an Otterhound's
Saber A type of sword, suggesting the dog's sharp instincts
Scout Scout refers to someone who gathers information stealthily, a fitting name for an Otterhound
Sniper It implies precision and focus, characteristics of Otterhounds
Striker Striker indicates the dog's ability to make quick and effective moves
Tracker This name is ideal for an Otterhound because these dogs are known for their excellent tracking abilities
Trapper It's a nod to the breed's ability to trap its prey
Trooper It implies reliability and strength, key characteristics of Otterhounds
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Water-related Names

Otterhounds were originally bred for hunting otters near rivers, so a water-themed name could be fitting.
Name Description
Anchor A symbol of stability and strength, just like an Otterhound
Aqua Aqua, meaning water, depicts the breed's aquatic prowess
Bay It represents an open body of water, much like the breed's environment
Brook A brook is a small stream, a perfect playground for an Otterhound
Bubbles An adorably fitting name for a dog that loves to frolic in water
Coral A beautiful part of the sea, reflecting the breed's unique charm
Creek A small stream or brook, a familiar territory for an Otterhound
Harbor It represents a safe haven, much like a home for an Otterhound
Harpoon It's a tool used in water, reflecting the breed's working history
Iceberg A fun name for a breed that loves to swim in cold waters
Lagoon It signifies a calm stretch of water, just like the breed's temperament
Marine This signifies the aquatic environment that Otterhounds excel in
Mermaid A mythical aquatic creature that could describe an Otterhound's swimming ability
Nautical This word showcases the breed's connection to water
Ocean A great name for a dog breed that loves water as vast as an ocean
Poseidon The Greek god of the sea, a fitting name for a water-loving breed
Puddle A cute name for a breed that wouldn't shy away from a splash
Rain It's a nod to the breed's British origins, where it often rains
Ripple It is a subtle nod to the gentle waves the Otterhound makes when swimming
River A tribute to the breed's affinity for waterways
Sailor Otterhounds are excellent swimmers, just like seasoned sailors
Splash This name represents the Otterhound's love for water and their exuberant nature
Surf This word signifies the breed's love for water-based activities
Tsunami A powerful force of nature, much like an Otterhound in water
Wave Otterhounds are known for their love of swimming, much like waves in the ocean
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British-origin Names

Otterhounds are traditionally a British breed, so names with a British origin can reflect their heritage.
Name Description
Beckham A nod to British footballer David Beckham
Brighton Named after the popular seaside town
Bronte Named after the famous British literary family
Buckingham Inspiration drawn from Buckingham Palace, a royal residence
Cambridge Named after the renowned University city
Camden Named after the famous London borough
Chaucer Named after famous English writer Geoffrey Chaucer
Chester Named after the historic walled city in England
Churchill Paying tribute to Winston Churchill, the influential Prime Minister
Darwin A tribute to Charles Darwin, the British scientist
Drake Derived from Sir Francis Drake, the renowned explorer
Hawking A nod to renowned British physicist, Stephen Hawking
Lennon Paying homage to John Lennon, member of the iconic British band, The Beatles
Oxford Inspired by the esteemed University city
Paddington Inspired by the beloved British bear character
Pembroke Historic Welsh county known for its beautiful landscapes
Pippin A reference to the beloved character from Lord of the Rings, penned by British author J.R.R. Tolkien
Potter A nod to British author Beatrix Potter
Shakespeare Named after the famous British playwright
Sherlock Inspired by the British detective Sherlock Holmes
Stratford Inspired by Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare
Tennyson Inspired by the Victorian poet Alfred Lord Tennyson
Thames Named for the famous British river
Windsor Inspired by Windsor Castle, a historic UK landmark
York Named after the historic city of York in Northern England
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