Derby 2023: Racehorse Name Rankings, The Good, The Bad, And The Lucky
We are just a few days away from the 2023 Kentucky Derby!
While fans and attendees are anticipating the mint juleps, finest fashion statements, and iconic hats — they’re also gearing up to place their bets!
To help get a head start, a new nationwide survey reveals the top five best and worst racehorse names for 2023.
The name of a horse can be a crucial factor in deciding which one to bet on, along with other factors such as odds, jockey, trainer, and breeding. Among the best names:
- Confidence Game
- Cyclone Mischief
- Blazing Sevens
- Sun Thunder
- Major Dude
Meanwhile, the worst horse names overall include Jace’s Road, Continuar, Verifying, Skinner, and Derma Sotogake.
Curious to see what your horse name would be? Take a look at the full survey which includes a horse name generator — giving you a personalized name for your own hypothetical racehorse in this year’s Triple Crown races!