Choosing the perfect name for your goat is a delightful task that can reflect your creativity, sense of humor, and even your goat's unique personality.

Whether you're looking for good names for goats, buck names, doe names, or wether names, the game of naming can be as fun as it is meaningful.

In this article, we've compiled a list of 100 perfect goat name ideas to inspire you.

From names that resonate with a goat's fiery spirit to those that match their sweet and harmonious nature, our suggestions cater to every type of goat in your herd. So, whether you have a mischievous buck, a serene doe, or a friendly wether, you'll find a name that suits them to the T!

Buck or Wether Names:

• Agni: Have a fiery goat? Name him after the Hindu god of fire, who had a pair of goats to pull his chariot.
• Alfalfa: For the goat who is a little spunky and also a connoisseur of fine alfalfa hay.

• Augustus: The Roman Emperor Augustus liked goats and had them printed on the reverse of his coins.
• Cappy: Playing on the words Caprine, Capricorn, and capricious, Cappy is a cute name for a boy goat.
• Casper: For a friendly white boy goat, or one who always seems to disappear.

• Cedar: For a strong boy with reddish brown coloring to his coat.
• Chevy: After the car manufacturer or Chevy Chase, this name is derived from chevre, the french word for goat.
• Cyan: A name that calls attention to a boy Nigerian Dwarf goat with blue eyes.
• Edgar: A more common version of Egidio, which is the name of a shield that Zeus had made of young goat skin.
• Gabe: After the Old Irish “gabor,” meaning goat
• Gandalf: Gandalf the Grey in Lord of the Rings would be a noble namesake for a gray buck goat with a bit of a mischievous side.

• Giles: “Young Goat” or the distinguished teacher in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
• Gruff: Billy is an obvious goat name, but what about Gruff, as in The Three Billy Goats Gruff? If you have a buck who makes deep, funny, and gruff noises, this is a good name choice.
• Guy: After the patron Saint of "animals with horns," St. Guy of Anderlecht.
• Linus: A sweet name for a boy goat with flax-colored fur; Linus comes from the Latin word Linum, meaning flax plant.
• Merlin: For a wizard of a goat who is wise beyond his years.
• Mr. Tumnus: Did you enjoy The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe as a kid? Mr. Tumnus was the name of the faun.
• Orion: Like the hunter constellation, for a goat with a bold and adventurous spirit.
• Pan: After the playful greek god who was half goat and half human. Fittingly, Pan was the god of shepherds.
• Puck: Puck the Buck, after the playful nature sprites of folklore featured in Midsummer Night’s Dream
• Rick: Shortened boy’s name for Goat’s Milk Ricotta, of course.
• Rufus: A sweet name for a boy goat with reddish coloring.
• Sylvester: From the word “of the wild/woods” this is a play on Silvanus, the Roman name for Pan.
• Tanner: A play on the names of the goats that pulled Thor’s chariot in Norse mythology, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjostr. These names translate to “Tooth Gnasher” and “Gap-Tooth” - and if you’ve ever seen a buck in rut around a doe in heat…you’ll see that this can be an appropriate name.

• Salix, or Sal for short: After the botanical genus for the Willow plant.
• Sterling: A distinguished name for a buck with a shimmering silver or grey coat.
• Valentino: Wondering what to name a chatty boy goat? Valentino is the name of the goat who wishes to talk in Disney’s animated movie, Wish.

Doe Names:

• Amalthea: Translating to “tender goddess” in Greek, this is the name of Zeus’ nurse. She is often depicted as a goat, who lived on Goat Mountain in Crete (Mount Aigaion).
• Artemis: Archer Goddess of the hunt and the forest, goats were associated with Artemis. According to Terri Windling, goat milk was given to her as an offering in ancient times.

• Avena: After the latin word for “oats,” a tasty treat that all goats enjoy.
• Berry: A sweet name for a doe who likes to snack on wild grown berries of all kinds.
• Brie: A play on the name Bria, meaning “energetic” in Italian, and tasty goat brie cheese.
• Cajeta: After the Mexican caramel made from goat’s milk, for a caramel-colored doe.
• Calliope: Lyric poet o Greek myth, Calliope means “beautiful voice.” If you have a Nubian goat, chances are this would be a good name to match her sing-songy voice.
• Capella: “little she goat,” a sweet name for a sing-songy goat or the runt of a litter

• Cassia: After the cinnamon-like spice, for a cinnamon-colored goat.
• Chloe: Translates to “blooming” in Greek, after the color Green. A good name for a doeling born in springtime.
• Galega: The botanical genus of the plants “goat’s rue.” This is a plant that was traditionally made into a tea to promote lactation, it seems like great name for a doe that you will be milking. Like “Galaxy” after the Milky Way.
• Fawn: A sweet name for a doe with fawn-like markings. Also a play on Fauns, the part goat creatures in Greek mythology.
• Flax: A pretty name for a flaxen-colored blonde goat. Goats can eat flax, and it’s an excellent source of fiber.
• Julie: In Nordic countries, there is a tradition of a Yule Goat. This goat is called Julbocken, but that’s kind of a mouthful to say. Jul=Yule, and bocken means goat. In Finland, Santa is still called Yule Goat!
• Hazel: For a doe with warm, brown eyes or a nutty personality.
• Heidi: This name for a girl goat has two sources. One, from the book Heidi, where the main character tends to goats. The other, from Heidrun, a goat in Norse myth who makes mead instead of milk! She also snacked on the leaves of the Norse world tree, Yggdrasil.
• Marigold: Ideal for a doe with a rich golden-brown coat, like the petals of a marigold flower.

• Mora: After the Spanish and Italian word for “blackberry,” but sounds like the girl’s name Maura. Goats’ love for blackberries is so famed that people will call in a herd of goats to help control an invasive patch of brambles.
• Nigella: Inspired by Nigella sativa, or black cumin. For a graceful black coated doe.
• Nyala: pronounced knee-ah-la, this Ethiopian name means “mountain goat”.
• Olive: A symbol of peace, this name is perfect for a tranquil and harmonious doe
• Pearl: A gentle and lustrous name for a doe with a soft, white coat.
• Phyllis: A greek word for “foliage,” this would be a good name for a goat that likes to forage outside

• Polly: A cute name for a poled doeling.
• Princess Buttercup: After the endearing character in The Princess Bride.
• Pudding: For a cutie-pie of a goat.
• Raven: A strong name for a beautiful all black doe.
• Xanthe: Greek for "golden," a suitable name for a doe with a shining blonde coat.

Wether Names

Wethers are more than just fair-weather friends: they provide essential companionship for other goats, rain or shine.

Here are some boy names that mean “friend,” making them good names for your wether pal.

• Alden: “Old friend” in British, an endearing name for a goat BFF.
• Chewbacca: George Lucas says this  name means “honored friend” in the Wookiee language

• Clyde: Scottish in origin, this name means “warm” or “friendly” - with a bit of a rebel connotation to it due to Bonnie and Clyde.
• Dakota: Meaning friend or ally, derived from the Native American tribe name.
• Edwin: A British name that means “wealthy friend,” the kind of noble goat anyone would want in their herd.
• Jebediah: A sweet and fun-to-say Hebrew name that translates as “beloved friend.”
• Oscar: For a kind yet grumpy wether, Oscar means “deer friend,” which is close to “goat friend!”
• Phil: After Philoi, the Ancient Greek word for “friend”
• Samir: Perhaps you’ll call him Sammy as a nickname, but this Arabic name has such an endearing meaning: “a friend to talk with in the evening.”
• Winton: Oddly enough, this name means “friend’s farm”

Themed Names for groups of siblings

1. Ramble + Bramble: A name set for a boy and girl pair: Ramblin’ Man and Bramble for a blackberry munching doeling.
2. Hem and Haw: For a girl and boy pair who were born well past their due date.
3. Blanche, Sophia, Dorothy, and Rose: For a set of golden girls (although Blanche means white and Rose is reddish)
4. Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, Thyme: For a fab foursome of aromatic flavors and distinct personalities.
5. Sol, Luna, Stella: A good goat name theme for your sun, your moon, and your stars.
6. Almond, Hazel, Pecan: A themed trio of goat names for a nutty bunch.
7. Sappho, Enheduanna, Murasaki, Christine: Famous women authors early in history from Greece, Sumer, Japan, and France.
8. Alli, Raph, Piper, Zea: After the botanical names for onions, radishes, peppers, and corn.
9. Elowen, Ivo, Cullen, Dara: This group of tree names for goats also has a classical tone to them. They mean elm, yew/archer, holly, and oak.
10. Abilene, Prado, Prairie, Henley: All of these names mean “grass,” or “meadow” fitting for a group of goats who graze on pasture.

We hope this extensive list of goat names has sparked your imagination and helped you find the ideal name for your goat companion. The name you choose serves as more than just a label; it's a reflection of your goat's identity and your bond with them.

From the majestic "Agni" for your fiery buck to the tranquil "Olive" for a peaceful doe, each name holds the potential to be a perfect fit.

As you embrace the joy of goat-keeping, may the name you select bring a smile to your face every time you call out to your four-legged friend. Now, go ahead and give your goat a name that they—and you—will love for years to come!

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