English Foxhound Dog Names

Introduction

The English Foxhound is a scent hound that can be considered a close relative of the American Foxhound. The English Foxhound was developed at the behest of King Henry VIII, who enjoyed a great hunt and jousting in his free time. At this point in history, the popular thought was that deer were becoming lesser in number, and Henry cited the fox as a new type of prey. The king commissioned the new breed of dog, and the Bulldog, the Fox Terrier, and the Greyhound were interbred to create what we know today as the English Foxhound. Although Henry called for the development of the breed during the sixteenth century, it was not until the eighteenth century that accurate records of the breeding of the dogs were kept.

English Foxhound Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog With an English Foxhound Name

Henry

Henry VIII was a man who loved the outdoors. He loved jousting and hunting. When he was informed that the deer population of England was declining, he declared that there must be a new sporting game, the fox. Furthermore, he declared that there must be a hound bred specially for hunting fox. This is how the English Foxhound came to be.

Henry is a classic name, chosen often for the English Foxhound, and it is becoming quite popular for other pups as well. Henry is the moniker of a mixed breed pup that has recently become rather popular due to his Instagram following. Henry belongs to Cynthia Bennett and Andre Sibilsky, a couple who sought a new life in Colorado, where they took their pup, Henry, and a feline companion, Baloo, on daily treks in the great outdoors.

Henry is a German Shepherd, Husky, Boxer, and Staffordshire mix. He was adopted by Cynthia and Andre shortly after they moved to Colorado. The day the couple went to the shelter intent on adopting a pup, Henry immediately crawled into Cynthia's lap and offered his belly, hoping for a rub. The couple knew that Henry was the perfect fit for their home. Right away, Henry took to the couple's habit of long hikes. Often, Cynthia would think that she might need to create a social media account for Henry's adventure photos. Henry slowly gathered a following of 30,000 viewers. However, this number grew exponentially when the couple adopted a cat named Baloo.

Baloo and Henry became fast friends. Baloo was also a rescue, and he took to Henry immediately. Baloo seems to look to Henry for comfort, and he snuggles with the dog when he wishes to nap. Baloo wears a harness and leash just like his canine companion. At times, Baloo will ride on Henry's back, but, most often, Baloo sprints alongside Henry while the family is out and about. The pair often receives 70,000 or more likes per picture, and the pair has been offered many endorsement contracts. They are also friendly with other social media giants such as Grumpy Cat. Most viewers praise the pair and state that the cat and dog "brighten up their days."

English Foxhound Dog Name Considerations

The English Foxhound can be closely associated with nobility and many royal names as well. Therefore, in honor of the original promoters of the breed, a look at some of the nobility of the sixteenth century is in order.

King Henry VIII might be known to most people today as the king with six wives yet no male heir to the throne. He may also be recognized by fans of history for his role in creating the Anglican church (and what led to Protestant churches all over the world). However, King Henry was quite the sportsman during his lifetime. In fact, Henry was about six feet tall, muscular, and had the appetite of a very active person. History tells us that Henry was very athletic, enjoying jousting and a good hunt with his hounds. It was during a jousting accident that Henry fell and was injured; after this injury, although he continued to hunt when possible, he often developed sores from riding. This is what led to the rather corpulent Henry that most individuals think of.

Names that can be garnered from the time period are plentiful. Of course, Henry is at the top of the list. Henry's only son produced from his many marriages was named Edward, and he had two daughters, Elizabeth and Mary. Then, one might consider one of the names of Henry's six wives - Anne (Boleyn and Anne of Cleves), Catherine (Parr and Catherine of Aragon), and Jane Seymour. In addition, there are many nobles that were influential during Henry's reign.

Male English Foxhound Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Wess A nod to Smith and Wesson
1	Buddy A very popular name for hunting dogs
1	Rebel Unfortunately, hounds may often "rebel" against their owners
1	Copper One of the hounds in Disney's The Fox and the Hound is named Copper
1	Zeke This name is short for Ezekiel, a Biblical name
1	Pepper A great name for a dog with a spicy personality
-1	Hunter What other name fits a dog developed for the hunt?
-1	Colt This name is fitting for a Foxhound
-1	Remmy As in the Remington company
-1	Smitty A variation of the Smith and Wesson company name
-1	Scout One that is on a journey; hounds will trail a scent for miles
-1	Spot The English Foxhound is often tri-colored and may have some spots
-1	Beau Short for Beauregard, a very regal name
-1	Jed A nod to Jed Clampett, who enjoyed hunting with a hound
-1	Chase A great name that notes the primary activity of a hunting hound
-1	Hank Hank is a nod to country music icon Hank Williams and his son Hank, Jr.
-1	Henry Henry is a variation of Hank; Henry VIII commissioned the development of the English Foxhound
-1	Moses The Biblical Moses went on many journeys during his time
-1	Huck Short for Huckleberry (perhaps a nod to Huckleberry Hound)
-1	Ranger The Foxhound is known for travelling many miles
-1	Homer A rather popular name among hunters
-1	Jethro Jed Clampett's nephew; he did hunt some with his uncle before moving to Beverly Hills
-1	Jasper Jasper is a popular name among Southern hunting enthusiasts
-1	Nemo As in Captain Nemo or Nemo, the lovable fish from the Disney film
-1	Roscoe Roscoe is the name of the gullible sheriff on the cult classic The Dukes of Hazzard
-1	Monty Short for Montgomery, a very elegant name
-1	Happy A sweet name for a dog with a positive attitude
-1	Trooper Hounds are known for traveling far distances

Female English Foxhound Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Rosie Might refer to the reddish portion of the tri-color coat of the Foxhound
0	London An appropriate name for a dog that originated in England
0	Ladybug A great name for a dog that brings the owner good luck on the hunting field
0	Pearl A name fitting of a highly valuable dog
0	Clementine A fitting name for your darling pup
0	Gypsy A hound may roam for miles on the hunt for prey
0	Daisy Mae A fitting name for any happy hunting dog
0	Dixie This name is fitting of any hunting dog
0	Ruby This name is also fitting of the reddish portion of the Foxhound's coat
0	Gracie A very dignified and elegant pup
0	Ellie Mae The niece of Jed Clampett, she was a talented huntress herself
0	Libby Short for Elizabeth, this name is fitting for a hunting dog
0	Sophie Sophie is a sweet and gentle name for an obedient pup
0	Liza Jane A nod to popular Tudor-era names - Elizabeth and Jane
0	Chloe This name is related to the word "flower"
0	Della Della is a character in one of O. Henry's short stories
0	Penny Penny can also refer to the coppery-colored portion of the Foxhound's coat
0	Xena A strong name for a dog with lots of endurance
0	Jesse Jesse Colter was the wife of Waylon Jennings, a famous musician
0	Savannah A nod to beautiful and historic Savannah, Georgia
0	Tilly This is a very cute name for a hunting dog
0	Little Ann One of the pair of hounds featured in Where the Red Fern Grows
0	Vivian Leigh Vivian Leigh played the part of Scarlett O'Hara in Gone With the Wind
0	Annabelle Annabelle is a great traditional name for a hunting hound
-1	Annie As in Annie Oakley, the famous female gunslinger
-1	Bertha A great two-syllable name for a hunting dog
-1	Lady Females in King Henry's court often had "lady" at the beginning of their names
-1	Dawn A time of the day that many hunters are out seeking prey
-1	Maggie When training a hunting dog, this two-syllable name fits the rule to keep the dog's attention