Horses played an integral part in human history. Horses were used for many purposes, including transporting goods and plowing fields. They also served as transportation methods. Horses were also useful in war as part of cavalry units. Horses brought prosperity to the Plains Indians for over a century.
Horses are now mainly kept as pets, as modern technology has made them less productive as workers. But that doesn’t mean they are less valuable. Horses bring joy and happiness to many lives. The bond between horse and human is unmatched.
Boy Names for Horses
You’re here because that is what you know and you want to honour that bond by giving your horse name. To help you, we have compiled a large list of names for boys horses.
To make it easier to find the name you are looking for, we have sorted them by category. You will find cute, funny, strong, colorful, and other categories. We are certain that you will find the perfect name for your stallion or gelding.
There are over 300+ horse names you can choose from. It’s time for you to get in the saddle and pick the right name for your Stallion or Mare, Racehorse or Pony. Horses are unique among mammals because of their beauty, strength and agility.
These amazing animals deserve a name that is both inspiring and memorable.
We have a lot of options for you to choose from, whether you’re looking for a feminine name that will suit your Mare or a fun name to suit an energetic Pony or a cute name that will suit a newborn Foal.
We have over 300+ names of breeds from an American Saddlebred to the Swedish Warmblood. Enjoy finding the right one for your majestic mount.
Good Horse Names for Boy
A good name reflects the unique nature of your horse.
Are they strong and large, making them suitable for a name such as ‘Chief or ‘Challenger? Are they intelligent and sharp? Names like “Newton” or “Mozart” would be wonderful if they are!
A name like “Mona” would be a great choice for a horse named after a majestic, beautiful horse.
You should consider their height, color and temperament. All of these factors will influence your decision.
While it’s obvious that horses and ponies are adorable, we also think that full-grown horses can be cute. It doesn’t matter what age the horse is, braids are a great way to style their hair. These cute names are great for boys horses if you think your horse looks adorable.
- Alfie
- Arnie
- August
- Beau
- Bert
- Blue
- Bobby
- Bowie
- Buddy
- Cooper
- Cosmo
- Ernie
- Finn
- Frankie
- Freddy
- Georgie
- Gus
- Herbert
- Hudson
- Milo
- Nigel
- Niko
- Oliver
- Oscar
- Parker
- Pascal
- Perry
- Peter
- Pierre
- Remy
- Rudy
- Sammy
- Timmy/Timothy
- Toby
- Todd
- Tommy
- Wesley
- Ziggy
Food Names That Will Make Your Mouth Water
We humans love cute food names. There are many cool names for food, such as Bourbon or silly ones like Alfredo.
We love that food names convey affection. It’s not unusual for people to name their pets cupcake, honey, or pumpkin. This list includes food-inspired names that might suit your personality.
- Alfredo
- Apricot
- Beans
- Berry
- Blueberry
- Bourbon
- Butterscotch
- Caramel
- Cherry
- Chowder
- Cinnamon
- Cocoa
- Cookie
- Cream Puff
- Cupcake
- Ginger
- Guava
- Hazelnut
- Honey
- Kiwi
- Latte
- Licorice
- Mango
- Marshmallow
- Marzipan
- Miso
- Mocha
- Mochi
- Muffin
- Nutmeg
- Olive
- Oreo
- Peach
- Peanut
- Pecan
- Pepper
- Pesto
- Pickles
- Pretzel
- Pringle
- Pumpkin
- Ruffles
- Sherbert
- Skittles
- Snickers
- Strawberry
- Strudel
- Toffee
- Twinkie
- Twizzler
Funny Names for Silly Stallions and Goofy Geldings
Horse owners know that these animals can be downright goofy. If your horse tends to be silly (or if you’re the silly one), then you might like some of these funny names.
- Al Capony
- Alimony Pony
- Arnold Schwarze-neigh-ger
- Chuck Horris
- Colt Forty Five
- Dappleganger
- David Hasselhoofs
- Edgar Allen Pony
- Fleabag
- Forrest Jump
- Harry Trotter
- Hoarse
- Hooves
- Jersey Shorse
- Jon Bon Pony
- Leon Trotsky
- Liam Neighson
- Maple Stirrup
- Mount Whinny
- Mr McWhinny
- Neigh Sayer
- Pinto Bean
- Pony Soprano
- Post Stallione
- Ron Neighsly
- Sir Neighs Alot
- Spongebob Horsepants
- Sylvester Stallione
- Tater Trot
- Thanorse
- Usain Colt
- Zee Bruh
Cool Names for Even Cooler Colts
Horses aren’t considered cool by everyone, but we do. Horses are strong and can see almost 360 degrees because their eyes are on the sides. This list is for all horse owners, regardless of whether you think they are cool or not.
- Apache
- Apollo
- Asher
- Beast
- Black Jack
- Blaze
- Bolt
- Challenger
- Champ
- Eclipse
- Flash
- Goliath
- Jace
- Maverick
- Oakley
- Outlaw
- Phantom
- Pharaoh
- Ransom
- Rebel
- Rocky
- Storm
- Thunder
- Trigger
- Trooper
- Universe
- Victory
Strong Names for Stalwart Stallions
Horses are strong, as we mentioned previously. But you might be surprised at how strong they really are. Horse strength will depend on the horse, but larger breeds (known as draft horses), tend to be the strongest.
A horse can pull three times its own weight. This could be a horse that can pull up to 2,500 pounds. This list is ideal for those who have a draft horse, or just want to admire the capabilities of your horse with a strong-sounding nickname.
- Aiden
- Amell
- Andrew
- Archer
- Ares
- Arnold
- Blake
- Brian
- Buck
- Captain
- Cayden
- Colonel
- Connor
- Dane
- Derrick
- Edward
- Everett
- Garrett
- General
- Griffin
- Jax
- Jet
- Knox
- Leo
- Lex
- Liam
- Major
- Marshal
- Neil
- Owen
- Ranger
- Roman
- Rowan
- Sergeant
- Thanos
- Warden
- Wyatt
- Zane
Names Based on Your Horse’s Coat and Mane
Horses come with a variety of colors and patterns. We decided to give names to the most common colors they are available, instead of listing them all. Bay and chestnut, for example, are both shades brown. Although Palomino and dun-colored horses have different tail and mane colors, their bodies belong to the same category: tan and beige.
Black:
- Charcoal
- Crow
- Ebony
- Jet
- Night/Midnight
- Noir
- Obsidian
- Onyx
- Raven
- Sable
Grey:
- Ash
- Cloud
- Dove
- Fog
- Graphite
- Gunmetal
- Iron
- Pebble
- Pepper
- Pewter
- Silver
- Slate
- Sterling
White:
- Alabaster
- Chiffon
- Coconut
- Cotton
- Cream
- Diamond
- Domino (for a horse with black markings)
- Frost
- Ivory
- Lace/Lacey
- Pearl
- Porcelain
- Quartz
- Snow
- Vanilla
Brown:
- Adobe
- Autumn
- Bronze
- Brunette
- Cedar
- Cider
- Cinnamon
- Clay
- Copper
- Hickory
- Kit Kat
- Penny
- Rust
- Sienna
- Spice
- Syrup
- Tawny
- Umber
- Walnut
Tan:
- Biscotti
- Blondie
- Brass
- Citrine
- Dandelion
- Dijon
- Dusty
- Fawn
- Granola
- Oats
- Parchment
- Sand Dollar
- Sandy
- Seashell
- Shortbread
- Taupe
- Tortilla
- Tuscan
- Twinkie
Spotted:
- Calico
- Checkers
- Chocolate Chip
- Chroma
- Confetti
- Freckles
- Jasper
- Jigsaw
- Kaleidoscope
- Mosaic
- Patches
- Polka Dot
- Polycolor
- Prisma
- Speckles
- Spot
- Stipple
More Boy Horse Names
Still haven’t found the perfect name for your stallion or gelding? Here are even more names for boy horses that you might like.
- Amigo
- Austin
- Breeze
- Cisco
- Dante
- Deputy
- Gizmo
- Harley
- Hero
- Jasper
- Legacy
- Levi
- Luca
- Marquis
- Monty
- Mustang (did you know mustangs technically aren’t wild?)
- Prince
- Rocky
- Spirit
- Star
- Treasure
- Yankee
Cute Colts, Strong Stallions, and Goofy Geldings
The sky is the limit when it comes to naming horses. Because of the popularity of races such as the Kentucky Derby, and the naming conventions that are used for participating racehorses’ horses, there is no limit to what you can do.
You won’t likely name a racehorse, but it’s okay if you want something less unusual. There are many amazing names available, whether you are looking for something strong, cute, or funny.
Choosing The Perfect Name For Your Horse
These are some suggestions to help you choose the right name for your horse.
First, it is better to choose shorter names than long ones. This will make it simpler for you to call them their name instead of making a mess of your tongue.
Before you make a decision about your horse, get to know them. Their personality will be an important part of the naming process. Do some online research.
Do not rush to make a decision. It’s best to choose a name that suits your horse.
Think about their breed. If they are an exotic or foreign breed, an exotic name such as “Inca” would be a wonderful match.
It is important to know the height, speed, color, and gender of your horse before you start the process of naming it.
There are many great names for size and appearance, like ‘Bolt” and ‘Chestnut”, so think about what your horse looks and how it behaves.
Enjoy naming your horse. Have fun with it, think up new names, and getting to know them.
Found a Name Yet?!
We hope that you found our suggestions for male and female horse names useful in naming your horse.
Horses are amazing animals. Therefore, their names are important to express their abilities and attributes.
We’d love to know if you have any suggestions. We hope you enjoy caring for your horse and that you have fun naming it.