101 Male Greyhound Names + Meanings

Choosing a name for your new Greyhound is a delightful part of welcoming him into your home. Greyhounds are known for their speed, grace, and loving temperament. Their reputation as racing dogs, combined with their noble history dating back to ancient Egypt, offers a rich source of unique and fitting name ideas. From traditional dog names to ones that capture the Greyhound’s unique attributes, our list of 101 male Greyhound names will provide plenty of inspiration.

101 Boy Greyhound Name Ideas with Meanings

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1. Ace: For the Greyhound who’s always number one.
2. Apollo: After the Greek god of sun and light, for a fast and radiant Greyhound.
3. Archer: Because Greyhounds are as swift and precise as an arrow.
4. Ash: For a Greyhound with a sleek, gray coat.
5. Aster: Greek for “star”, reflecting your Greyhound’s star quality.
6. Atlas: After the titan who held up the sky, for a strong and noble Greyhound.
7. Basil: Greek for “kingly”, fitting for a regal Greyhound.
8. Blaze: For a Greyhound who’s as fast as a lightning blaze.
9. Bolt: After Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world.
10. Brisk: Because your Greyhound is quick and energetic.
11. Buddy: Because your Greyhound is your best friend.
12. Bullet: For the Greyhound who runs as fast as a speeding bullet.
13. Chase: Perfect for a Greyhound who loves to run and chase.
14. Chester: An old English name meaning “fortress”.
15. Comet: For a Greyhound who streaks across the yard like a comet across the sky.
16. Cosmo: Greek for “order, beauty”, reflecting the elegance of a Greyhound.
17. Dash: Because your Greyhound loves to dash around.
18. Drake: An English name meaning “dragon”.
19. Duke: A noble title, fitting for a noble breed like Greyhound.
20. Dylan: Welsh for “great tide”, symbolizing the flowing movement of a Greyhound.
21. Echo: Greek mythology’s nymph of the mountains, for a Greyhound who loves to run in nature.
22. Eli: Hebrew for “height”, for the tall and elegant Greyhound.
23. Felix: Latin for “happy, lucky”, perfect for a joyful Greyhound.
24. Flash: For the Greyhound who’s faster than a flash of light.
25. Fleet: Because your Greyhound is as swift as a fleet of ships.
26. Flint: An old English name meaning “stream”.
27. Flynn: Irish for “son of the red-haired one”, suitable for a red Greyhound.
28. Gale: Because your Greyhound runs as fast as a gale wind.
29. Gideon: A Hebrew name meaning “mighty warrior”.
30. Glide: Because your Greyhound moves with a smooth, gliding gait.
31. Gunner: Scandinavian for “bold warrior”, reflecting the strong and fearless nature of Greyhounds.
32. Hale: English for “hero”, perfect for your heroic Greyhound.
33. Harvey: An old Breton name meaning “battle worthy”.
34. Hawk: Because your Greyhound is as swift as a hawk.
35. Hercules: After the powerful hero of Greek mythology.
36. Huey: German for “heart, mind, spirit”.
37. Hunter: Because your Greyhound is a natural-born hunter.
38. Jagger: English for “carter”, also a famous rock star.
39. Jasper: Persian for “bringer of treasure”.
40. Jett: For a Greyhound as fast as a jet plane.
41. Juno: After the Roman goddess, reflecting the Greyhound’s noble status in ancient Rome.
42. Keen: Reflecting your Greyhound’s sharp senses.
43. Knox: Old English for “round-top hill”, reflecting the Greyhound’s strength and stability.
44. Lance: For the Greyhound who runs straight and fast like a lance.
45. Leo: Latin for “lion”, for a brave and noble Greyhound.
46. Lightning: Because your Greyhound runs as fast as lightning.
47. Maddox: Welsh for “good, fortunate”.
48. Majesty: Reflecting the Greyhound’s regal and dignified presence.
49. Max: Latin for “greatest”.
50. Mercury: After the Roman god known for his speed.
51. Milo: Germanic for “gracious”, suitable for a gentle Greyhound.
52. Moose: For a large and strong Greyhound.
53. Nash: English for “at the ash tree”, reflecting the Greyhound’s natural agility.
54. Neo: Greek for “new”, for a Greyhound who has brought new joy into your life.
55. Nimbus: Latin for “cloud”, reflecting the Greyhound’s swift and light movements.
56. Orion: After the great hunter in Greek mythology.
57. Oscar: Irish for “friend of deer”, suitable for a Greyhound who is friendly and fast.
58. Ozzy: An old English name meaning “divine spear”.
59. Pace: Because your Greyhound sets a fast pace.
60. Phoenix: Greek for “dark red”, also a mythical bird reborn from ashes, representing a rescued Greyhound’s new life.
61. Pilot: Because your Greyhound is always leading the way.
62. Prince: Because your Greyhound is as noble as a prince.
63. Quill: For a Greyhound with a prickly and energetic personality.
64. Racer: A name that gets straight to the point — your Greyhound is fast!
65. Radar: Reflecting your Greyhound’s excellent senses.
66. Rex: Latin for “king”.
67. Ricochet: Because your Greyhound’s energy bounces off the walls.
68. Riley: Irish for “valiant”.
69. Rocket: Because your Greyhound is as fast as a rocket.
70. Romeo: Italian for “pilgrim to Rome”, and a famous lover.
71. Rush: Because when your Greyhound runs, it’s a rush!
72. Sable: French for “sand”, a great name for a sandy-colored Greyhound.
73. Samson: Hebrew for “sun”, for a Greyhound who is the sunshine of your life.
74. Scooter: Because your Greyhound scoots around with speed and joy.
75. Shadow: For a Greyhound who’s always at your side.
76. Simba: Swahili for “lion”, reflecting the Greyhound’s brave and regal nature.
77. Smokey: For a Greyhound with a dark or smoky coat.
78. Sonic: After Sonic the Hedgehog, the famous fast-running video game character.
79. Sprint: Because your Greyhound is a sprinter at heart.
80. Sterling: English for “little star”, also a quality silver, reflecting the Greyhound’s quality and brilliance.
81. Storm: Because your Greyhound runs like the wind during a storm.
82. Talon: French for “claw”, a symbol of speed and power.
83. Thunder: For a Greyhound whose running sounds like thunder.
84. Toby: Hebrew for “God is good”.
85. Tracker: Because your Greyhound loves to track and chase.
86. Tristan: Celtic for “noise or sorrowful”, a classic name for a loyal Greyhound.
87. Trooper: Because your Greyhound is a trooper in every sense.
88. Turbo: Latin for “spinning top”, reflecting the Greyhound’s speed and energy.
89. Valor: Latin for “worth”, reflecting the Greyhound’s noble spirit.
90. Whisk: Because your Greyhound is as quick as a whisk.
91. Whisper: A sweet and calm name for a gentle Greyhound.
92. Wilder: German for “hunter”, reflecting the Greyhound’s hunting heritage.
93. Windsor: A place of royal residence in England, reflecting the Greyhound’s regal status in history.
94. Wing: For a Greyhound who runs as if he has wings.
95. Wolf: Reflecting the Greyhound’s ancestral roots.
96. Wyatt: English for “brave in war”, for a brave and noble Greyhound.
97. Zephyr: Greek for “west wind”, perfect for a swift Greyhound.
98. Zeus: After the king of the gods in Greek mythology.
99. Ziggy: German for “victorious protector”.
100. Zoom: Because your Greyhound zooms around with energy and speed.
101. Zorro: Spanish for “fox”, a clever and quick character.

When it comes to naming your Greyhound, the options are as broad and varied as the breed’s history and traits. Whether you lean towards classic dog names or prefer to highlight the Greyhound’s speed and nobility, the right name is out there. Remember, the name you choose will be a reflection of your dog’s unique personality and the special bond you share. Here’s to a life full of love and fun with your Greyhound!

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