Judd Name for Bluetick Coonhound

A short, friendly, and adventurous nickname for 'Huckleberry.' This name is a direct nod to two American icons: Mark Twain's character Huckleberry Finn and the cartoon Bluetick, Huckleberry Hound. 'Huck' distills the essence of these characters into a short, punchy name. It evokes a spirit of mischievous adventure, rustic charm, and loyal friendship. It perfectly captures the breed's combination of a fun-loving, sometimes stubborn nature and its deep roots in American culture.

A diminutive of Huckleberry. Its fame is primarily due to the protagonist of Mark Twain's 1884 novel, 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.'

A name with a friendly, rustic, and distinctly Southern American feel. 'Jethro' evokes a sense of down-to-earth charm and dependability, perfectly capturing the 'hearthside' personality of the Bluetick. While a formidable hunter, the breed is also a sweet and loving companion. The name suggests a dog of great character and warmth, a loyal friend with a big heart. It feels at home in the rural settings where the Bluetick is a cultural staple.

A Hebrew name meaning 'excellence, abundance.' In the Old Testament, Jethro was the father-in-law of Moses. It gained popularity as a rustic name in the English-speaking world.

A name with a strong, classic American West feel, meaning 'brave in war.' 'Wyatt' evokes a sense of rugged justice and steadfast courage, fitting for a breed used to confront large game like bears and cougars. It balances the toughness required for the hunt with the dependable loyalty of a trusted partner. The name suggests a dog that is both a brave guardian on the 'hillside' and a reliable, law-abiding citizen at the 'hearthside,' embodying a uniquely American form of heroism.

An English surname derived from the medieval name Wyot, which comes from a Germanic root meaning 'brave in war.'

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 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.'