As you already know, horses are beautiful and majestic creatures. They create special bonds between their own kind and their owners. If you have decided you want to get a horse (good choice!) then choosing their name is the next big thing.
We recommend spending some time with your new companion, see what personality traits they have, are they soft, goofy, energetic? Going for a ride will also help for inspiration, see if anything catches your eye within the nature around you.
If you’re still stuck, don’t fret! We have compiled a list of names for male, female horses and famous horse names.
Male horse names
| President
For a horse who runs the place |
Barley
A perfect name for a light brown coloured horse |
| Washington
Just like President – this name holds power and grace |
King
Fit for a king |
| Jack
For a horse that is a jack of all trades |
Alfie
Is he a bit of a ladies man? Alfie might just be the perfect name! |
| Charlie
Maybe you want more of a human name for your horse? |
Bailey
Bailey means bailiff/steward |
| Albatross
Just like the albatross, this horse can go for miles |
Ace
Because he’s just the best! |
| Apple
A bit of a different name – nonetheless still cute |
Bandit
Is he a bit cheeky? This name might just suit him perfectly |
| Beau
Short for beautiful |
Braveheart
Only for the brave! |
| Champion
Is he a winner – this name could be perfect for him |
Colonel
For the one who calls the shots |
| Felix
Felix means happy or lucky |
Midnight
Perfect for a horse who has a coat as dark as midnight |
| Prince Charming
For a gentleman through and through |
Rusty ​
Perfect name for a chestnut coloured horse |
Female horse names
| Lady
For a horse who is just the perfect little lady |
Lily
Named after the beautiful flower |
| Daisy
Again, named after the sweet flower |
Rosemary
A fragrant evergreen herb |
| Bonnie
Perfect for a cheeky missy |
Lovely
Is she just the nicest horse ever? |
| Star
The one who shines the brightest |
Sunshine
The horse that brightens up everyone’s day |
| Willow
Willow means slender and graceful, just like the willow tree’s branches and tress |
Misty
Lovely name for a grey horse |
| Honey
As sweet as honey |
Coco
Perfect for a darker coloured horse |
| Annie
English origin meaning grace |
Luna
Luna (goddess) is the divine embodiment of the Moon |
| Magic
Is she perfect and almost ethereal looking? |
Whisper
Perfect for a quieter/shy horse |
| Bella
Bella is related to the Italian, Spanish, Greek, Portuguese and Latin words for beautiful |
Asia
In Arabic the meaning of the name Asia is: Lively and the rising sun |
| Athena
Athena is the Goddess of War |
Dreamer ​
Is her head in the clouds? |
Famous horse names
| Black Beauty
One of the best horse films about a beautiful black stallion |
Spirit
A lovely animated film about a wild stallion who travels across the frontiers of the Old West |
| Flicka
A story about love and strength |
Pegasus
A mythical winged horse and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology |
| Alfonso
Just like the King Alfonso |
Blackjack
He was the riderless horse in more than 1,000 Armed Forces Full Honors Funerals |
| Ginger
A companion of Black Beauty, she is named for her chestnut color and her habit of biting. |
Joey
From the emotional film War Horse |
| Merrylegs
Merrylegs is the third horse in the happy little Birtwick trio that includes Black Beauty and Ginger. |
Pilgirmage
Pilgrimage was a British Thoroughbred racehorse. As a two-year-old she was only defeated once and won the Dewhurst Plate. |
| Gulliver
Like the racehorse |
Silver Blaze
The Adventure of Silver Blaze was one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories |
| Arod
In The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and The Return of the King, Arod is played by a white stallion named Percy |
Dover
Like the big white horse made out of chalk in Dover |
| Flash
A brilliant 1997 film |
Maximus
A palace horse for the Royal Guard in the Disney film Tangled |
| Philip
Philip was a talking Narnian horse, who served Aslan and his army during the Winter Revolution |
Silver
Silver is the Lone Ranger’s great white stallion |
| Angus
Angus is a Shire horse who is Merida’s faithful companion in the Disney film Brave |
Bullseye ​
Woody’s horse in the Toy Story films |
Owning a horse can be a fun and rewarding experience
However, if they suffer an illness or injury, it can also be both stressful and expensive.
British Pet Insurance Services can provide the support you and your horse need, whether it is with your insurance cover, making a claim or just helpful advice along the way.