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Show horses are some of the most stylish, well-groomed, and obedient pets around. Their poised and professional demeanor make them stand out amongst other horses. Owners spend countless hours preparing them for shows worldwide and even hone in their skills so they can compete in the Olympics. With events like jumping, dressage, and cattle rounding, they are well-rounded and versed in many areas.
So if you have a thoroughbred looking to make their debut in a show, or simply love the idea of having a show-stopping name, this is where you’ll find a few perfect hot-to-trot suggestions.
Female Show Horse Names
- Among Stars
- Angels Glory
- Blazing Kiss
- Blind Faith
- Brave Romance
- Classical Debut
- Dancing Flame
- Dusty Treasure
- Dynamic Devotion
- Graced Queen
- Little Dream
- Majestic Charm
- Manhattan Melody
- March Past
- Maroon Skye
- Melodic Joy
- Misty Sienna
- Mystery Queen
- Mystic Angel
- Narrow Rainbow
- Ocean Rain
- Rusty Sabre
- Silent Star
- Summers Solstice
- Tasteful Memory
Male Show Horse Names
- Able Chatters
- Afleet Fire
- After Hours
- Ancient Monroe
- Big Herp
- Black Tie
- Chance Encounter
- Cool Mist
- Dark Knight
- Different Drummer
- Fine Affair
- Golden Shield
- Heros Rest
- Iron Rebel
- Magic Heart
- Major Attitude
- Major Blues
- Major Dream
- Marque of Legacy
- Master Chief
- Matchmaker
- Midnight Sun
Famous Show Horse Names
Famous for their eventing, these horses have made a name for themselves in various shows around the world. With a bit of consistent training, your horse, too, can be on their way to paving a legacy for themselves. Need a little name inspiration from former show horses? Look no further!
- Big Ben (Jumping)
- Bonfire (Dressage)
- Charisma (Eventing)
- Desperados (Dressage)
- Foster (Eventing)
- Fuego do Cardenas (Dressage)
- Gem Twist (Jumping)
- Gigolo (Dressage)
- Huaso (Jumping)
- Lady Artist (Eventing)
- Marcroix (Eventing)
- Messiah (Eventing)
- Mighty Nice (Eventing)
- Parzival (Dressage)
- Pitou (Eventing)
- Ravel (Dressage)
- Rosalie B. (Dressage)
- Snowbound (Jumping)
- Snowman (Jumping)
- Stroller (Jumping)
- Swing Low (Eventing)
- Valegro (Dressage)
- Wanadoo (Dressage)
Pony and Miniature Horse Show Names
Without a doubt, these little horses are the most recognizable and beyond the cutest of their kind! So petite and adorable, they are sure to be a hit with anyone who sees them! Minnie, but mighty, here are our favorite names for ponies and miniature horses.
- Above Deck
- Acorn
- Airborne
- Asterix
- Atlas
- Bellagio
- Big Deal
- Big News
- Big Slick
- Big Time
- Doomsday
- High Low
- Little Legacy
- Low Rider
- Merlot
- Micro Manage
- Mighty Mini
- Mile High
- Minor League
- Monogram
- Onyx
- Ostra
- Painted Chip
- Perfect Alibi
- Petite Perfection
- Petite Posture
- Short Debut
- Short Stacks
- Small Fry
- Tall Tiers
- Wee One
Show Horse Breeds
Although they are not limited to this list, we have detailed a few of the most commonly known and distinguishable breeds found in the show-biz. Each is very diverse from the next, and we have highlighted what makes them so unique and great.
Arabian Horse Breed
Arabian horses are set apart from their counterbreeds by a small and chiseled head, short straight back, and high-set tail. Their coats can be an array of colors, but bay, grey, and chestnut are the most common. Arabians have a naturally calm and friendly disposition. They are known to be quite fast and make for great racehorses!
Clydesdale Horse Breed
This large and powerful horse is a Scottish breed formerly known for their work on farms. Known for their knee-length furry boots, often white, distinct facial markings, and splashed bellies, they are now popular breeds at horse shows. Although they are referred to as gentle giants, their strength and large stature can make them tough to train. However, they are excellent show-goers once they get the hang of it! The most famous Clydesdale are likely those found at Warm Springs Ranch, the home of the Budweiser Clydesdales.
Friesian Horse Breed
Originating in Friesland, Netherlands, this breed is mainly distinguishable by its luxurious black coat. Occasionally, they may appear brown as some of these steeds carry a red gene! Described as graceful and nimble, these horses are excellent candidates for show events such as jumping and dressage.
Finding the Right Show Name for Your Horse
Deciding on a name as regal and show-stopping as your new horse should be a fun and exciting experience. We hope that you were able to find a good match among our list of show-inspired horse names. With unique, bold, and elegant names, we are sure there is something for every type of horse!
If these are not quite right, check out one of our other horse name posts linked below:
- Speedy Racehorse Horse Names
- 100+ Names Inspired by Famous Horses
- Mysterious and Dark Black Horse Names
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