American Foxhound Dog Names, Names For Virginia Hound Puppies

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The American Foxhound is a noble scent hound with deep roots in American history — it is the state dog of Virginia and one of the rarest American-born breeds. Descended from English Foxhounds brought to the American colonies in the 1650s, the breed was refined by prominent figures including George Washington himself, who is considered one of the founding fathers of American Foxhound breeding. These elegant, long-legged hounds were bred for their speed, stamina, and exceptional nose.

Standing 21 to 25 inches tall and lighter-boned than their English cousins, American Foxhounds are built for endurance over rough terrain. They have a sleek coat, large pleading eyes, and long, soft ears set low on a gently domed skull. Their temperament is sweet, easygoing, and independent — classic hound traits. They are pack-oriented dogs that get along well with other dogs and are gentle with children, though their strong prey drive and love of following scent trails mean they need secure fencing.

When naming your American Foxhound, consider names that honor the breed's distinguished American heritage and Southern gentility. Names inspired by American history, Virginia, the hunt tradition, or George Washington's era add a layer of meaning. Classic, dignified names suit the Foxhound's elegant bearing, while outdoor and nature-inspired names reflect their love of following their nose through field and forest.

Browse our collection of American Foxhound dog names and find the perfect name for your historic hound. Use our filters to sort by gender, popularity, or style to discover a name worthy of this all-American breed.

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#	Name	Meaning	Gender	Origin
1	Abby	English diminutive of Abigail, 'my father is joy'	Female	English from Hebrew
2	Aidan	Little fire	Male	Gaelic
3	Alba	Scotland	Female	Gaelic
4	Alfie	English diminutive of Alfred, elf counsel	Male	English from Old English
5	Angel	Messenger	Unisex	Greek
6	Angelica	Of the angels	Female	Latin
7	Angie	Messenger	Female	Greek
8	Anna	Grace	Female	Hebrew
9	Annie	Diminutive of Anne, ultimately from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'favour' or 'grace'	Female	English from Hebrew
10	Archie	Diminutive of Archibald, from Germanic elements meaning 'genuine' and 'bold'	Male	Scottish / English
11	Arthur	Name of uncertain origin, possibly Celtic bear-man or related to Roman Artorius	Male	Celtic or Roman, uncertain
12	Ava	English form with several proposed roots; often treated as a variant of Eve	Female	English, origin debated
13	Baby	An infant or very young child; an affectionate form of address	Unisex	English word name
14	Bacchus	To shout	Unisex	Greek
15	Bailey	English occupational surname from Middle English baili, 'bailiff'	Unisex	English
16	Bandit	Word name for an outlaw or robber	Unisex	Italian via English
17	Barnaby	Son of consolation	Unisex	Hebrew
18	Baxter	English occupational surname meaning '(female) baker'	Male	English surname
19	Bear	English animal word-name referring to the large mammal	Unisex	English
20	Beatrice	Voyager through life	Female	Latin
21	Beau	French word name meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful'	Male	French
22	Bella	Short form of Isabella; associated with Italian bella, “beautiful”	Female	English name with an Italian word association
23	Belle	Beautiful	Female	French
24	Ben	Son	Male	Hebrew
25	Bentley	English place surname meaning bentgrass woodland or clearing	Male	English
26	Bethany	House of figs	Female	Hebrew
27	Biscuit	A baked food word; the food differs between British and American English	Unisex	English via Old French and Latin
28	Blitz		Unisex
29	Bobbi	Bright fame	Female	Germanic
30	Bobby	Bright fame	Unisex	Germanic
31	Brandy	Burning wine	Female	English
32	Bruno	Germanic name possibly meaning 'brown' or 'armour, protection'	Male	Germanic
33	Buddy	English word meaning 'friend' or 'companion'	Male	English
34	Bugsy		Unisex
35	Buster	One who breaks or overcomes something; also an informal form of address	Male	English word and nickname
36	Caesar	Long Hair	Male	Latin
37	Cain	A spear	Male	Hebrew
38	Candy	Honest	Female	Latin
39	Carly	Free man	Female	German
40	Casey	From Cayce	Male	American English
41	Cassie	She who entangles men	Female	Greek
42	Cecil	Blind	Male	Latin
43	Charlie	Diminutive or feminine form of Charles	Unisex	English form from a Germanic name family
44	Chastity	Chastity	Female	English
45	Chelsea	Chalk landing place	Female	English
46	Cher	Dear one	Female	French
47	Chester	English place and surname name from Latin castrum, camp or fortress	Male	English from Latin
48	Cheyenne	Speak incoherently	Female	American English
49	Chi	Tree twig or branch	Male	Vietnamese
50	Cinder		Unisex

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Frequently Asked Questions

What names honor the American Foxhound's history?

Historical names suit this breed perfectly. Consider Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, Virginia, Liberty, or Colonial. George Washington's own hounds had names like Sweetlips, Truelove, and Drunkard — traditional pack names that reflect 18th-century hunting culture. Names like Patriot, Heritage, and Glory also honor their American roots.

What are good hunting-inspired names for an American Foxhound?

Hunting names match the Foxhound's purpose beautifully. Try Hunter, Chase, Tracker, Scout, Ranger, or Swift. Traditional hound names like Bugle, Copper, and Bramble connect to the foxhunting tradition. Nature names like Meadow, Briar, and Thicket reflect the terrain they love to explore.

What names suit the Foxhound's easygoing personality?

The American Foxhound has a sweet, gentle temperament that suits relaxed, friendly names. Try Clover, Beau, Sadie, Tucker, Honey, or Bo. Their social, pack-loving nature also pairs well with buddy-type names like Pal, Amigo, or Bonnie.