Having named nearly a hundred black-and-white horses during my years at Willowbrook, I’ve come to appreciate how much a well-chosen name can complement their striking contrast of ink-dark and snow-bright markings.
This guide presents a curated collection of black-and-white horse names, neatly arranged by theme to suit every temperament, from the calm and dignified to the lively attention-seeker. Each name appears only once, ensuring that your horse receives a title as distinctive as its two-toned coat.
Explore the lists that follow to discover the ideal name for your remarkable monochrome companion.
Our Favorite Black and White Horse Names
- Domino
- Tuxedo
- Eclipse
- Oreo
- Checkers
- Smudge
- Panda
- Magpie
- Harlequin
- Storm
- Polka
- Puzzle
- Phantom
- Marble
- Chess
Male Black and White Horse Names
- Ace
- Bandit
- Maverick
- Zorro
- Blackjack
- Jester
- Onyx
- Raider
- Triton
- Salem
- Orion
- Sabre
- Duke
- Knight
- Asgard
- Loki
Female Black and White Horse Names
- Dahlia
- Luna
- Ebony
- Snowdrop
- Isla
- Freya
- Enigma
- Velvet
- Harmony
- Aurora
- Coda
- Astral
- Duchess
- Peony
- Nova
- Vesper
- Mercy
Nature-Inspired Black and White Horse Names
- Aspen
- Thunder
- Maple
- River
- Rain
- Terra
- Meadow
- Birch
- Clover
- Willow
- Stone
- Canyon
- Prairie
- Alpine
Vintage Black and White Horse Names
- Winchester
- Remington
- Gatsby
- Darcy
- Watson
- Guinevere
- Elvira
- Penelope
- Cordelia
- Theodore
- Barrett
- Barnaby
- Prudence
- Selina
Western Black and White Horse Names
- Silverado
- Rooster
- Cheyenne
- Rio
- Dakota
- Tex
- Bandera
- Laredo
- Tucson
- Spur
- Mojave
Cute or Quirky Black and White Horse Names
- Cupcake
- Cookie
- Jellybean
- Sprinkles
- Taffy
- Confetti
- Snoopy
- Moo
- Sundae
- Giggles
- Buttons
- Waffles
- Skunk
- Doodle
- Freckles
Unique Black and White Horse Names
- Cascade
- Ravenna
- Dusk
- Malibu
- Galaxy
- Shiva
- Jigsaw
- Morrigan
- Savanna
- Mosaic
- Spectre
Pop Culture Black and White Horse Names
- Sylvester
- Pongo
- Perdita
- Cruella
- Penguin
- Trooper
- Beetlejuice
- Chaplin
- Felix
- Pepe
- Oswald
- Morticia
- Wednesday
- Zebra
- Dice
Black and White Horse Names in Other Languages (One Word)
Each of these single-word names is derived from, or inspired by, terms meaning “black” or “white” in different languages:
- Zwart (Dutch: black)
- Weiss (German: white)
- Blanco (Spanish: white)
- Noir (French: black)
- Blanc (French: white)
- Preto (Portuguese: black)
- Branco (Portuguese: white)
- Siyah (Turkish: black)
- Beyaz (Turkish: white)
- Shiro (Japanese: white)
- Kuro (Japanese: black)
- Bianco (Italian: white)
- Nero (Italian: black)
- Cerna (Czech: black, feminine form)
- Bila (Czech: white, feminine form)
- Sable (French/English term for “black”)
- Yuki (Japanese: snow)
- Noche (Spanish: night)
- Alba (Latin: white or dawn)
- Kuro (Japanese: black)
- Harmonia (Latin/Greek: “harmony” of opposites)
- Yamabuki (Japanese: a yellow flower, but also evokes contrasting seasons)
Black and White Horse Names (Native American–Inspired)
The interpretations below are commonly cited meanings from various Indigenous languages. Exact translations and cultural appropriateness should be verified if authenticity is important to you.
- Tyee (Chinook jargon: “Chief” or “Leader”)
- Kangee (Sioux: “Raven”)
- Mansi (Hopi: meaning sometimes given as “Treasure” or “Plucked Flower”)
- Bidziil (Navajo: “He Is Strong”)
- Chenoa (Often cited as “White Dove”)
- Lomasi (Hopi: “Pretty Flower”)
- Nikan (Potawatomi: “Friend”)
- Woya (Cherokee: exact meaning uncertain; sometimes used as a name)
- Tiva (Hopi: “Dance”)
- Kimi (Algonquin: possibly “Brave” or “Secret”)
- Misae (Osage: sometimes “White Sun”)
- Pavati (Hopi: “Clear Water”)
- Adoette (Kiowa: “Big Tree”)
- Catori (Hopi: “Spirit”)
- Kimana (Shoshone: “Butterfly”)
- Cheveyo (Hopi: “Spirit Warrior”)
- Kohana (Sioux: “Swift”)
- Awan (Algonquin: “Somebody”)
- Moki (Hopi: “Cloudy” or “Deer,” varies by source)
- Una (origin/meaning can vary, sometimes “Remember” in certain contexts)
Black and White Horse Show Names (Multi-Word)
Ideal for competitions or displays, these black and white horse names add flair to any entry form:
- Painted Serenade
- Regal Contrasto
- Nocturnal Waltz
- Ivory Eclipse
- Ebony Reverie
- Dappled Etude
- Nightfall Minuet
- Stardust Sonata
- Royal Mosaic
- Midnight Ovation
- Polished Crescendo
- Lunar Tableau
- Harmonic Canvas
- Monochrome Masquerade
- Grayscale Gala
- Poetic Marble
- Frost & Sable
- Velvet Overture
- Shadow Sonata
- Darklight Tango
- Charmed Duet
- Mystic Silhouette
- Two-Tone Triumph
- Elegant Contrast
- Bold Cadence
- Cosmic Cabaret
- Gilded Twilight
- Ovation in Black
- Polar Vortex
- Zenith of Night
Finding the Perfect Name
With so many unique and inspiring black and white horse names to choose from, we hope you’ve found the perfect match. Remember, the best name is one that resonates with you and reflects your horse’s individual personality. Don’t be afraid to tweak and personalize these ideas to create something truly special. Happy naming!
