American Water Spaniel Dog Names, Names For AWS Puppies

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The American Water Spaniel, abbreviated AWS, is a versatile sporting breed and one of only a few breeds developed entirely in the United States. Created in the Fox River and Wolf River valleys of Wisconsin in the mid-19th century, this breed was the go-to hunting companion for Midwestern hunters who needed a dog that could work from boats, retrieve waterfowl, and flush upland game — all in the same outing. The AWS is the state dog of Wisconsin.

Medium-sized at 15 to 18 inches tall and 25 to 45 pounds, the American Water Spaniel has a distinctive tightly curled or wavy liver or chocolate-brown coat that provides excellent protection from cold water and brush. Their webbed feet make them powerful swimmers, while their compact size allowed them to work from small hunting canoes and skiffs. In temperament, the AWS is eager, energetic, and trainable, with a happy disposition and strong desire to please their owner.

Naming your American Water Spaniel should celebrate the breed's water-loving nature, Midwestern roots, and hunting heritage. Names inspired by water, lakes, rivers, and the Wisconsin landscape are especially fitting. Outdoor and nature-themed names match the breed's sporting personality, while classic, no-nonsense American names reflect their hardworking, practical character.

Explore our collection of American Water Spaniel dog names below and find the perfect name for your curly-coated hunter. Filter by gender, popularity, or theme to discover a name that honors this uniquely American sporting breed.

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#	Name	Meaning	Gender	Origin
1	Abby	English diminutive of Abigail, 'my father is joy'	Female	English from Hebrew
2	Afton	From the River Afton	Female	English
3	Alexander	Defending men	Male	Greek
4	Alissa	Of noble kind	Female	French
5	Angel	Messenger	Unisex	Greek
6	Annie	Diminutive of Anne, ultimately from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'favour' or 'grace'	Female	English from Hebrew
7	Archie	Diminutive of Archibald, from Germanic elements meaning 'genuine' and 'bold'	Male	Scottish / English
8	Argus	Bright	Male	Greek
9	Ari	Lion	Male	Hebrew
10	Arianna	Very holy one	Female	Greek
11	Baby	An infant or very young child; an affectionate form of address	Unisex	English word name
12	Bacchus	To shout	Unisex	Greek
13	Bailey	English occupational surname from Middle English baili, 'bailiff'	Unisex	English
14	Bandit	Word name for an outlaw or robber	Unisex	Italian via English
15	Baruch	Blessed	Male	Hebrew
16	Bear	English animal word-name referring to the large mammal	Unisex	English
17	Beatrice	Voyager through life	Female	Latin
18	Beau	French word name meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful'	Male	French
19	Bel	Fair: Lovely One.	Female	English
20	Bella	Short form of Isabella; associated with Italian bella, “beautiful”	Female	English name with an Italian word association
21	Belva	Beautiful view	Female	Latin
22	Ben	Son	Male	Hebrew
23	Bobby	Bright fame	Unisex	Germanic
24	Bolt		Unisex
25	Brandon	Broom hill	Male	English
26	Brandy	Burning wine	Female	English
27	Breann	Noble, strong, virtuous	Female	Gaelic
28	Brooklyn	Uncertain, perhaps broken land	Unisex	Dutch
29	Bruno	Germanic name possibly meaning 'brown' or 'armour, protection'	Male	Germanic
30	Buddy	English word meaning 'friend' or 'companion'	Male	English
31	Buster	One who breaks or overcomes something; also an informal form of address	Male	English word and nickname
32	Cadbury	Brand of chocolate	Unisex	English
33	Caesar	Long Hair	Male	Latin
34	Cain	A spear	Male	Hebrew
35	Candy	Honest	Female	Latin
36	Casey	From Cayce	Male	American English
37	Cassie	She who entangles men	Female	Greek
38	Chander	Mythical Demon	Male	Hindu
39	Charlie	Diminutive or feminine form of Charles	Unisex	English form from a Germanic name family
40	Chastity	Chastity	Female	English
41	Chelsea	Chalk landing place	Female	English
42	Chester	English place and surname name from Latin castrum, camp or fortress	Male	English from Latin
43	Chloe	Greek name meaning 'green shoot' or new growth	Female	Greek
44	Chong		Unisex
45	Cinder		Unisex
46	Cleo	Short form of Cleopatra and other Greek names containing kleos, glory	Female	English from Greek
47	Coco	A diminutive of names beginning with Co, influenced by cocoa	Unisex	Nickname used in several languages
48	Cody	Descendant of Cuidighthigh	Male	Gaelic
49	Cooper	English occupational surname meaning 'barrel maker'	Male	English
50	Cori	Maiden	Female	Greek

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are great names for an American Water Spaniel?

Water and nature names suit this breed perfectly. Try River, Lake, Ripple, Oakley, Willow, or Cedar. For their Wisconsin heritage, consider Madison, Brewster, or Chewy (short for Chequamegon). Hunting names like Gunner, Scout, Retrievr, or Birdie honor their sporting purpose.

What names reflect the AWS's love of water?

Water-themed names are a natural fit for this aquatic breed. Consider Splash, River, Marina, Brooks, Wade, Coral, Finn, or Neptune. Names of famous lakes or rivers — like Michigan, Hudson, or Tahoe — also connect to their water-loving heritage.

Should I choose a hunting name or a family pet name for my AWS?

Either works well since the AWS excels as both hunter and companion. Hunting names like Scout, Trigger, or Drake honor their sporting roots, while pet-friendly names like Cooper, Daisy, or Tucker suit their warm family temperament. Many AWS owners find names that bridge both worlds, like Sage or Willow.