Nash Name for Bluetick Coonhound

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 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 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 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 refers to a very strong wind. 'Gale' is a powerful nature name that perfectly describes the Bluetick in two ways. First, it reflects their speed and power when running on a trail, moving like a force of nature through the woods. Second, it can be a metaphor for their powerful, far-carrying bay, a 'gale' of sound that announces their presence. The name suggests a dog of immense energy and impact. It also fits their athletic and well-muscled build.

A word of Scandinavian origin for a strong wind. It is also used as a given name, a short form of Abigail or Galen.

This name is a direct tribute to the most famous Bluetick Coonhound, 'Smokey,' the beloved live mascot for the University of Tennessee Volunteers since 1953. It embodies a legacy of school spirit and Southern tradition, representing a dog celebrated for its classic coonhound bay. The name evokes the slate-grey, smoke-like color of the breed's distinctive ticked coat, connecting a major cultural icon to the Bluetick's most defining physical feature, making it a popular and deeply resonant choice.

An English word describing something smoke-colored or that which emits smoke. Its popularity for the breed is directly tied to the University of Tennessee's mascot, chosen in 1953.

A strong, classic American name with deep Southern roots, making it a perfect fit for a breed that originated in Louisiana and is a staple of Southern culture. The name Jackson, associated with President Andrew Jackson of Tennessee, evokes a sense of ruggedness, determination, and frontier spirit. This aligns perfectly with the Bluetick's history as a tenacious hunter used by early American frontiersmen. It's a name that feels both presidential and down-to-earth, mirroring the breed's noble lineage and hardworking nature.

An English surname meaning 'son of Jack.' It has become a very popular first name in the United States, particularly in the South.