Introduction
If you are thinking about getting an English Springer Spaniel, you are indeed very lucky. These dogs have lots of energy, so they require your time and attention, however, you couldn’t have a more loyal four-legged friend. The American Kennel Club indicates that this breed is friendly, obedient, and playful, and these are certainly personality traits of the English Springer. They make very handsome pets with their large floppy ears and kind expressions with their dark, trusting eyes. Name inspiration for the English Springer Spaniel can be drawn from the appearance or history of the breed, but if you’re not quite sure what to name your new addition and need ideas, you should certainly read on.
English Springer Spaniel Dog Names in Pop Culture
As this breed is ranked as the 26th most popular breed in America by the American Kennel Club, it’s no surprise that an English Springer once lived in the White House. President George W. Bush owned an English Springer Spaniel named Spot ‘Spotty’ Fetcher, inspired by former Texas Ranger’s baseball player, Scott Fletcher. This is a fantastic name for a pooch, and it’s certainly one that sticks in the mind if you want an unusual name.
English Springer Spaniel, Theo, is a true embodiment of how hard working, loyal and loving this breed can be. As a working dog for the British Army, Theo and his handler, Lance Corporal Liam Tasker, worked together tirelessly locating bombs in Afghanistan as part of their first tour. Tasker had transferred to the Royal Army Veterinary Corps in 2007, and was assigned to the 1st Military Dog Regiment. Theo was the third dog assigned to Tasker as the first two didn’t work out. Sources say that the duo were well-matched, and they were a very successful team during their 5 month tour and located a record number of bombs.
Due to their success their stay was extended by a month, and it was then, when on Patrol with 1st Battalion Irish Guards, that they found themselves under fire by Taliban forces, and a sniper killed Theo’s handler. Troops took Theo back to base, but he suffered a major seizure and died, just hours after his team mate. Autopsy reports were inconclusive, but sources suggest that it was the trauma and stress of his handler’s murder that caused his deadly seizure.
In October 2012, Theo was awarded the Dickin Medal to honor his service. The Dickin Medal is awarded to heroes and is said to be the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross. The ceremony actually ran at the same time as the launch of the poppy appeal for that year, which is of course very fitting. It was accepted by a fellow sergeant and his detection dog, Grace.
This clever breed appears in an animated children’s TV show, too. Midnight Patrol: Adventures in the Dream Zone, is a series of stories about an English Springer Spaniel named Potsworth who patrols dreamland with four children who have special powers.
English Springer Spaniel Dog Name Considerations
There are lots of considerations to think about when choosing a name for your English Springer Spaniel. Coat color is one consideration to make. A name like Ginger, Rusty or Sandy could be a good choice. Often the English Springer is more than one color, so Patch could be a suitable name, as is a name like Spot or Spotty. This breed typically has high energy levels and because of this fun trait names like Bullet, Jolt and Rocket could be strong contenders. This gorgeous canine is also a beautiful breed; a name like Precious or Duchess could be inspired by their looks.
If you are inspired by the bravery of the featured famous English Springer Spaniel, Theo could be just the name to choose. A military name like Major, Sergeant, or Corporal would be great for the confident canine that likes to lead.
If you still haven’t found the perfect name for your pooch, you should check out the lists below. Why not make your own lists of the ones you like and then you can go back to them later? You might also want to show your favorite names to family and friends as they could help you to decide. It's important to choose a forever name carefully and ensure it suits your dog. Why not call out the title you like to your pet and see if they respond?
Male English Springer Spaniel Dog Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
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| 6 |
Cooper
English surname meaning barrel maker
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| 4 |
Theo
A Springer who sniffed out bombs in Afghanistan for the British army
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| 3 |
Dash
For the Springer who likes to dash around
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| 2 |
Sherlock
Inspired by the English detective
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| 2 |
Rocket
For the pooch that is as fast as a rocket
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| 2 |
Oscar
From Irish origin meaning deer lover
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| 2 |
Fletcher
Of English origin meaning arrow maker
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| 2 |
Bullet
For the pooch that is faster than a speeding bullet
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| 1 |
Archie
Of Germanic origin from the name Archibald
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| 1 |
Ezra
Of Hebrew origin meaning help
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| -1 |
Tracker
For the Springer who is good at tracking and agility
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| -1 |
Gunther
Of German origin meaning war army
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| -1 |
Flint
A large rock and type of quartz that can strike a fire with steel
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| -2 |
Magnum
From Latin origin meaning big
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| -3 |
Jinx
For the dog whose luck is about to change
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| -3 |
Forest
Of English origin meaning from the woods
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| -3 |
Caius
Of Latin origin meaning person of earth
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| -3 |
Spot
Inspired by George W. Bush's Springer Spaniel
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| -4 |
Jolt
For the dog that moves fast and suddenly
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| -5 |
Pax
Of Latin origin meaning peace
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| -5 |
Sydney
The name Sydney is of French origin
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| -5 |
Patch
Amercian origin meaning noble
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| -5 |
Chisholm
Of Scottish origin originally meaning person from Chisholm
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| -5 |
Bracken
A bracken is a large, coarse, fern
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| -5 |
Boscoe
For people who love tranquility and comfort
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| -7 |
Ben
A shortened form of the name Benedict or Benjamin
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| -7 |
Wolf
An ideal name for the canine who likes to howl
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| -7 |
Vault
For the pooch who can leap like a horse
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| -7 |
Swift
For the quick and nimble pooch
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| -8 |
Potsworth
Inspired by the Springer in animated series Midnight Patrol
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Female English Springer Spaniel Dog Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 9 |
Willow
Inspired by the willow tree for the pup who loves the outdoors
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| 4 |
Lucy
Of English origin meaning light
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| 4 |
Molly
Of English origin meaning of the sea
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| 3 |
Honey
Of American origin for the dog that's really sweet
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| 3 |
Lady
Inspired by Lady and the Tramp
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| 3 |
Pepper
Of American origin meaning hot spice
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| 3 |
Maggie
Means pearl; of English origin
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| 2 |
Ruby
For the pup that is your precious jewel; or possibly color inspired
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| 2 |
Sandy
A great name for the pup who loves the beach
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| 2 |
Lacey
Coming from the word Lassey
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| 1 |
Duchess
Because your pooch is royalty
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| 1 |
Zest
For the dog that has a zest for life
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| 0 |
Precious
Because your new addition is precious
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| 0 |
Daisy
Of American origin inspired by the daisy flower
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| -1 |
Kishi
Of native American origin meaning night
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| -1 |
Whisper
For the quiet canine
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| -1 |
Suzy
Of English origin coming from the name Susan
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| -1 |
Spice
A fragrant powder used to flavor food
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| -1 |
Matilda
Of English origin meaning strength in battle
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| -1 |
Mesa
A plateau on the hill
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| -1 |
Katie
Of English origin meaning pure
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| -1 |
Cassie
Shorter form of Cassandra
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| -1 |
Abigail
A hebrew name meaning joy of the father
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| -2 |
Leah
From the Hebrew word for weary
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| -2 |
Coco
For the pooch that is sweet like chocolate
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| -2 |
Harriet
Means home ruler; origin English
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| -2 |
Charlotte
Of English origin meaning free
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| -2 |
Annie
Of Hebrew origin meaning prayer
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| -5 |
Baby
Because your Springer is your baby
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| -5 |
Gillie
In Scottish Gaelic gillie means helper
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Written by a Jack-Chi lover Janet Cooper
Published: 03/16/2018, edited: 01/20/2021
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Community Dogs With English Springer Spaniel Names
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