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Beagle Names

  1. Boomer

    • Origin:

      Dutch

    • Meaning:

      "gatekeeper"

    • Description:

      This upbeat, friendly surname name has appeared on television's Battlestar Galactica a handful of cartoons, and on a literary note, a character in Herman Melville's Moby Dick. Sports fans might think of Boomer Esiason, the NFL quarterback turned color commentator. He's not the only athlete to answer to the upbeat nickname.
  2. Bubba

    • Origin:

      American nickname

    • Description:

      The original southern Good Ol' Boy.
  3. Tessie

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Theresa, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "to reap, gather"

    • Description:

      With Tillie a new favorite of avant-garde parents, the British music-hall Tessie might conceivably follow.
  4. Jiminy

    • Description:

      Jiminy is a masculine name that gained recognition primarily through the character Jiminy Cricket in Disney's 'Pinocchio.' Rather than having ancient roots, this whimsical name evolved from the euphemistic exclamation 'Jiminy Cricket!' (a substitute for 'Jesus Christ'). As a given name, Jiminy remains extremely rare, carrying a playful, storybook quality that evokes childlike wonder and imagination. Parents who choose this name may appreciate its literary connections and cheerful sound. The association with Jiminy Cricket—a conscience personified—gives the name connotations of moral guidance, wisdom, and friendly counsel. Its uniqueness ensures it stands out, though the strong fictional association may be its defining characteristic for most people.

  5. Quimby

    • Origin:

      Variation of Quenby, English

    • Meaning:

      "queen's settlement"

    • Description:

      Quincy may be unisex, but Quimby is decidedly feminine — at least according to the stats, it's never been used for boys. Perhaps it's because of Beverly Cleary's children's book heroine Ramona Quimby, or the queen-related meaning. In either case, Quimby is a quirky, unexpected choice for a daughter.
  6. Emmylou

    • Origin:

      English combination of Emmy + Lou

    • Meaning:

      "work, universal + renowned warrior"

    • Description:

      This name is closely identified with Emmylou Harris, the singer who gives dignity to an old-style combo name. There were over 60 baby girls named Emmylou in the US last year, due the the popularity of all names Em-related and the stylish middle name Lou.
  7. Flash

    • Origin:

      Word and comic book name

    • Description:

      Flash Gordon makes this a superhero name, but Flash might just appeal to modern parents looking for one of the new active boys' names, ala Ace and Breaker and Ranger. We'd recommend something more pulled-together as a proper name with Flash as a nickname or middle name.
  8. Hickory

    • Origin:

      Plant name from Algonquian

    • Meaning:

      "hickory"
  9. Rex

    • Description:

      Rex is an unusual choice for a female name, as it is traditionally masculine in origin. Derived from Latin, Rex means "king" and carries a sense of authority and regality. While predominantly used for boys, some parents may choose Rex for a girl seeking a strong, commanding name with gender-neutral appeal. The name has ancient royal associations, being the Latin title for a king or monarch. As a female name, Rex remains extremely rare, offering a bold, distinctive option that breaks conventional naming patterns. It could be considered part of the trend toward traditionally masculine names being adopted for girls, similar to names like James and Ryan that have crossed gender lines in recent years.

  10. Blu

    • Origin:

      Variation of Blue, English color name

    • Description:

      Blu is a new (nu?) spin on an increasingly popular color name, also spelled Blue and Bleu by celebrity parents. Blu is the spelling used for one of the (male) Waldrop quintuplets, but the name is gender neutral.
  11. Darling

    • Origin:

      English surname, English word name

    • Meaning:

      "dear"

    • Description:

      Darling has history as an English surname, but it would most likely be read as a quirky and loving word name, a la Sweetheart or Honey.
  12. Peanut

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Peanut is a name you might call a baby in the womb, but at least one set of parents put it on the birth certificate too. General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku named their son Peanut Kai.
  13. Jessup

    • Description:

      Jessup is a masculine name with English origins, primarily used as a surname before transitioning to occasional first-name usage. It evolved from the medieval personal name 'Joseph,' meaning 'God will add' or 'God increases.' Historically found in English counties like Yorkshire and Gloucestershire, Jessup has the distinctive quality of sounding both traditional and rare. As a first name, it offers a fresh alternative to the more common Jesse or Joseph, while maintaining familiar sounds. The name has a strong, concise quality with its two syllables and crisp ending. Though uncommon as a given name, Jessup appeals to parents seeking names with historical depth and an English heritage connection without being commonly used.

  14. Bonnet

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "hat"

    • Description:

      A rarely used word name that could be unexpected route to nicknames Bonnie and Betty.
  15. Peanut

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Peanut Kai is the crazy celebrity baby name of the son of General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku. Cute but not recommended.
  16. Nana

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Anna and Nancy; also Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "spring"

    • Description:

      To most English speakers, Nana is the dog in Peter Pan, the daughter played by Emma Stone in Crazy Stupid Love, and another name for Grandma.
  17. Scooby

    • Description:

      Scooby is an unusual masculine name that gained recognition primarily through the popular animated character Scooby-Doo, the Great Dane from the Hanna-Barbera cartoon series that debuted in 1969. As a personal name, Scooby is extremely rare and generally functions as a nickname rather than a formal given name in most naming records and databases. The name has a distinctly playful, informal quality that evokes nostalgic connections to the beloved cartoon character known for his loyalty, humor, and gentle nature despite his fears. The name's origins appear to be purely creative, possibly derived as a variation of 'Scoobert,' the character's fictional full name. Parents who choose this highly uncommon name likely appreciate its whimsical qualities, pop culture associations, and the cheerful, friendly personality it suggests.