Huck Name for Bluetick Coonhound

A strong, rustic, and slightly gruff-sounding name meaning 'praised.' 'Judd' has a classic, Southern feel that is a great fit for the Bluetick's heritage. It suggests a dog that is no-nonsense, dependable, and worthy of respect for its hard work. The name is solid and unpretentious, reflecting the breed's character as an honest and loyal worker. It also fits their sometimes stubborn and single-minded focus when on a trail.

A medieval diminutive of Jordan, a Hebrew name meaning 'to flow down.' It has a long history as a given name and surname.

This name is a direct and charming reference to the classic Hanna-Barbera cartoon character Huckleberry Hound, who is identified as a Bluetick Coonhound. The character is known for his calm, sweet, and slightly clueless personality, and his off-key singing. This name playfully captures the goofy, lovable, and melodious (if not always in-tune) nature of the real-life breed. It also evokes Mark Twain's Huckleberry Finn, adding a layer of rustic, adventurous American spirit.

The name of a North American shrub and its edible berry. Its use as a name is famously associated with Mark Twain's character and the cartoon Huckleberry Hound.

This name refers to the deep, lustrous black mineraloid, jet. It's a sleek and modern name that highlights the black ticking and patches on the Bluetick's coat. 'Jett' suggests speed, power, and a cool, polished appearance. It perfectly describes the dog in motion on a nocturnal hunt—a dark, speedy shape moving through the forest. The name is short, strong, and captures the athletic, 'speedy and compact' build of the breed.

From the Greek 'gagates,' named for a town in Lycia. Jet is a type of lignite, a precursor to coal, and is known for its deep black color.

A short and stylish name that is often used as a nickname for Nashville, the capital of Tennessee. This name is a cool, subtle nod to the state where the Bluetick is a cultural icon, serving as the state dog and the University of Tennessee mascot. 'Nash' connects the dog to its cultural homeland in a modern, understated way. It also has a strong, crisp sound that is easy to call and feels both rustic and contemporary.

An English surname meaning 'by the ash tree.' It has become a popular first name, partly due to its association with the city of Nashville, Tennessee.

A short and sweet name with a dual meaning. It is the name of a fragrant herb, connecting the dog to the natural, plant-filled world it hunts in. In French, 'rue' means 'street,' a nod to its French ancestry. The name also has a slightly sorrowful sound, from the English word 'rue' meaning 'regret,' which can be seen to reflect the soulful, pleading expression in a Bluetick's eyes and the mournful quality of its bay.

From the Latin 'ruta,' the name of a bitter herb. Also, the French word for 'street.' The English verb 'to rue' means to regret.

A name that refers to the hard, sedimentary rock known for its ability to create a spark. 'Flint' is a perfect name for a tough, resilient, and hardy Bluetick Coonhound. It suggests a dog that is solid, dependable, and has a spark of intense energy and drive. The stone's dark, greyish color also mirrors the slate-blue tones of the Bluetick's coat. It’s a name that embodies the breed's ruggedness and the fiery spirit of the hunt.

From the Old English word for the hard, grey rock. Flint was historically used to make stone tools and to create sparks for fire.

This name is a perfect tribute to the primary way a hunter communicates with their Bluetick during a nocturnal hunt: by sound. The dog's far-carrying bay echoes through the hills and valleys, telling the hunter its location and the status of the chase. 'Echo' is a beautiful and literal description of this auditory connection. It also references the Greek nymph who could only repeat the words of others, a mythic nod to the dog's responsive calls.

From the Greek nymph 'Ēkhō,' whose name means 'sound.' In physics, an echo is a reflection of sound that arrives at the listener with a delay after the direct sound.

A classic and gentle name that means 'to harvest.' This is a subtle but fitting meaning for a hunting dog, whose work ultimately leads to a 'harvest.' 'Tess' is a name that is both sweet and sturdy, reflecting the Bluetick's dual nature as an affectionate companion and a hardworking hound. It has a timeless, down-to-earth quality that feels at home in the rural settings the breed is associated with. It also fits their tenacious and determined personality.

A diminutive of Theresa, a name of Greek origin with an uncertain meaning, possibly 'to harvest.' It was popularized by Thomas Hardy's novel 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles.'