Russell Terrier Dog Names

Introduction

The Russell Terrier is a spirited little dog. Made famous by movies such as My Dog Skip, the Russell Terrier is known for his amazing energy and his high level of intelligence. He is extremely clever and charming, and, generally, once a person owns a Russell, they will own no other breed. Although he is recommended for experienced owners only, due to the fact that he needs a knowledgeable handler who can manage the antics of the Russell Terrier, he brings a great deal of joy to his pet parents. He makes friends with anyone he meets, and he is quite entertaining as well!

Russell Terrier Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Russell Terrier Dog

Skip

Most people know the movie My Dog Skip, but they do not know the early story of the real-life inspiration of the movie. Originally, My Dog Skip was a book based on the childhood of Willie Morris. Morris, a Mississippi native, wrote several books during his lifetime, mostly based on his home state of Mississippi. With My Dog Skip, Willie focused on his own childhood, and his boyhood best friend, a Fox Terrier named Skip. (Skip is portrayed in the movie as a Jack Russell Terrier, closely related to the Russell Terrier.) The book was published in 1995; however, it is set in Yazoo City, Mississippi in 1942. (The movie was released in 2000).

Skip was a special dog, and he came along at a time when nine-year-old Willie needed him most. An only child, Willie does not have a wide group of friends. Of course, there is Rivers Applewhite, whom is the object of a school-boy crush (on Willie's part). For some reason, Skip is also quite fond of Rivers. In the book, Willie is a part of a band of rag-tag friends who are as different as can be. They share a love for adventure, and when Willie is gifted Skipper (he will later become known exclusively as Skip), the dog accompanies them on a variety of quests. Some are quite dangerous.

Of course, Willie is known to tell some tall tales, and at times, it is difficult to discern fact from fiction. One such story takes place when Rivers is kidnapped by some ancient Yazoo Indians who just happen to be giants. They have taken over a home rumored to be haunted. Willie and his friends sneak out and go to the haunted mansion, where they find Rivers tied up. The boys, with the help of Skip, enter the house, free Rivers, and manage to foil the real kidnappers - a group of moonshiners.

Skip accompanies Willie almost everywhere he goes. He easily scales tall fences, so, after some time, Willie's parents don't even attempt to keep Skip enclosed anymore. He even joins Willie at a baseball game, where he attempts to grab the ball and help.

Although Skip might be a character in a movie (and some of Willie Morris' tales might be a little extraordinary), the author maintained until his death that Skip was a special dog.

Russell Terrier Dog Name Considerations

Some new pet parents like to observe their pup's behavior before giving him a name. Others like to give their fur baby a name upon bringing the newest family member home. If you're more like the latter, then you can count on some definitive parts of the Russell Terrier's personality to influence you as you choose the perfect name for your recently acquired dog.

First, the Russell Terrier is highly energetic. Therefore, a name that has to do with the awesome energy of this Terrier breed will fit a new pup. For a male puppy, names such as Barnaby or Murphy have both an old-world European feel (the Russell Terrier was developed in southern England and further developed in Australia). In addition, the names depict an energetic dog. The name Dash would fit a puppy who has a propensity for moving quickly. Also, the name Rory relates to one having a lot of energy (and it's a cute, fairly original name as well). Of course, female Russell Terriers are no less energetic than their male counterparts. A peppy girl might deserve a name such as Clancy or Mitzi. The name Juniper is original, and it refers to an evergreen bush (the energy of the Russell Terrier is often never-ending, so this is an appropriate name). Another rather unique energetic name for a Russell female is Dasha (pronounced "Day-sha").

The Terrier breeds (Jack Russell, Parson Russell, Russell) are closely related and were originally bred to hunt, so a hunting name is also appropriate. Names like Ranger and Scout are not only a nod to this canine's hunting nature, but also to the adventurous side of the breed. Known for digging out of enclosed areas and jumping over high fences, the Russell Terrier is always up for a quest.

Male Russell Terrier Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Dash Denotes a quick-moving Russell Terrier; this name is perfect for an energetic pup
0	Brenn This Gaelic name means "prince"; the Russell Terrier is sure to be top dog in your home
0	Ranger A great name for a dog that is an instinctual hunter
0	Scout Illustrates the adventurous nature of the Russell Terrier
0	Barnaby Also a name that denotes high energy; this unique name fits the extraordinary personality of the dog
0	Amos This Hebrew name means strength; Amos is fitting of a pup that shows character
0	Murphy A name that might denote a sense of being studious; the Russell Terrier looks very wise but is often a clown
0	Boogie Another name that denotes the high energy level of the breed
0	Blitz Often used in the term "blitzkrieg," which means lightning attack; the Russell Terrier often moves as quickly as lightning
0	Aiden One of the top names for Russell Terriers
0	Elmo In the tradition of "St. Elmo's Fire," this name can denote a puppy that seems to be a "fireball"
0	Hobo The Russell Terrier may often look like a scruffy hobo, so this name would be fitting of his appearance
0	Baxter This name means "baker;" the Russell Terrier is always cooking something up
0	Jack An obvious moniker for a Russell Terrier
0	Eddie Martin Crane's indubitable Jack Russell on NBC's Frasier
0	Milo Jim Carrey's pup in the movie The Mask
0	Loki A Norse god, often known as a trickster; what better name for a Russell Terrier
0	Bolt Denotes a lightning fast pup; might also be reminiscent of Disney's Bolt character
0	Cosmo Can refer to Cosmo Kramer, a character on Seinfeld known for his antics
0	Patches Refers to the tri-color coat of the Russell Terrier
0	Rascal This name is the perfect name to describe the personality of the Russell
0	Enzo The real-life name of the Jack Russell who played Eddie on Frasier
0	Scamp A scamp is usually into mischief, much like the Russell Terrier
0	Moose The first Jack Russell Terrier to play the part of "Eddie" on TV's Frasier
0	Tinker One of the most popular Russell Terrier names; this name might denote the mischievous nature of the dog
0	Flash Denotes the quickness of the breed
0	Webster This English name means "weaver"
0	Peanut A type of food, but often used as a nickname to denote affection
0	Kali Means "fierce" in Swahili; the Russell is definitely a fierce dog
0	Dandy Denotes a very smart and remarkable pup; might even be called "Jim Dandy"

Female Russell Terrier Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Amber A beautiful yellow-gold color; might refer to your jewel of a pup
0	Daisy A flower; this popular dog name fits a flowery Russell Terrier female
0	Amy This French name means "beloved," which your Russell Terrier is sure to be
0	Candy A sweet name for a sweet, if mischievous, pup
0	Dixie A great name for a Russell Terrier from the Southern United States
0	Duchess A name denoting royalty; the Russell is apt to rule your home
0	Beauty A classic dog name for a dog with its own distinct look
0	Ginger The Russell Terrier has a bit of ginger-colored hair in its coat
0	Pippa This name just seems to denote a pup with extra energy
0	Ladybug Denotes cuteness and is a nod to the small stature of the Russell Terrier
0	Sophie A French name meaning "wisdom;" the Russell Terrier is highly intelligent
0	Bess This name, a derivative of Elizabeth, means "loyal"
0	Casey This name means "brave and vigilant;" the Russell is always courageous
0	Bailey This name denotes one who upholds the law; it may also refer to one who wanders
0	Sugar The Russell Terrier may be mischievous, but can be very sweet as well
0	Gypsy The Russell Terrier is known to break out of barriers and roam, like a gypsy
0	Piper A name denoting energy; this name is fitting of a JRT that barks a lot
0	Jade A jewel; your JRT is likely to be very valuable to you
0	Annie This name means "grace;" sometimes living with a Terrier requires allowing for a little grace
0	Jazzy A popular dog name; denotes a lively personality
0	Minnie A great name for a rather small female pup; this name is a derivative of Mary
0	Bonnie This name denotes a beautiful dog; the Russell Terrier has a look all its own
0	Fig A small, fuzzy fruit; the fuzz on the Russell's face resembles the fuzz on a fig
0	Lucky This name will be perfect for a rescued pup
0	Hazel The Russell Terrier often has hazel-colored eyes
0	Ivy A cute name for a puppy that seems inseparable from you
0	Juno The chief Roman goddess whose main role was to protect women
0	Maggie A derivative of Margaret; this name means "pearl"
0	Zena A great name for a tenacious Russell Terrier
0	Penny Might denote the copper color present in the tri-color coat of the breed