90 Western Baby Names [For All The Yellowstone Fans Out There!]

You could say the TV series Yellowstone has taken the world by storm. The show is based in Montana and people have not only fallen in love with the beautiful scenery of the great outdoors but many of the characters as well. It’s created a desire for strong and bold western baby names that are reminiscent of old western times as well as the modern ranching & homesteading lifestyles.

I know that choosing the perfect name for your new little cowboy or little cowgirl can feel daunting, so I’ve compiled my favorite baby boy and baby girl names for you that are sure to age well and keep the spirit of the American Old West alive!

90+ Western Baby Names

Maybe you’re in search of the perfect 19th century, western baby girl name inspired by some of the strong women from the Wild West. Or maybe, you’re looking for something more modern with that western flare. Whether you want the bad boy, Butch Cassidy, in The Sundance Kid vibe or you’re looking for a Lone Ranger type of cowboy name – we’ve got you covered.

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Top 10 Western Names

Wyatt – This name is inspired by Wyatt Earp, one of the most famous 19th-century historical figures of the American West. He is best known for his participation in a notorious gunfight at the OK Corral.
Annie – Inspired by the 19th-century American sharpshooter who rose to fame in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, Annie Oakley. She was a female pioneer who played a significant role in shaping the future of women.
Jesse – The western origin of this name is from the notorious bank and train robber in the American Old West, Jesse James. He was an American outlaw and became a legend of the Old West when he was killed by Robert Ford in 1882.
Pearl – As in, Pearl Hart, who drew her inspiration from Annie Oakley. She was famously named, “The Bandit Queen,” after she was caught robbing a stagecoach in Arizona and then escaping from jail.
Wayne – Need I say more? This is simply a classic.
Beth – Straight from the Yellowstone series, Beth (short for Bethany) plays the role of a bold and loyal daughter.
Marshall – This name means “master of horses,” and fitting for a country baby boy name. If you’re looking for the “good guys,” from the Wild West, U.S. Marshals were the ones chasing outlaws on horseback during that time.
Cassidy- This gender-neutral name, comes from the famed outlaw, Butch Cassidy. He was another western bad boy.
Dakota – Derived from the name of the native peoples from the American Plains speaking a Siouan language, the name is often translated to “allies” or “friendly.” It was recorded by Lewis and Clark in 1809.
Weston – This name is an old English surname that means Western Town. It’s gained serious popularity over the last 5 years

Aside from these popular and classic names, we have a list of 80 western names that you’ll love!

Western Baby Boy Names

Conrad
Cooper
Bowen
John
James
Levi

Wes
Denver
Holden
Brockton
Clyde
Dillon
Ennis
Hardin
Lee

Jordan
Lewis
Miles
Ronan
Troy
Walker
Benson
Chandler
Clifton

Wade
Lloyd
Payson
Luke
Colton
Colby
Cash
Remmington

Taylor
William
Jackson
Collin
Thomas
Kayce
Tripp
Tate

Western Baby Girl Names

Elsa
Cheyenne
Savannah
Harper
Laurel
Libby
Helena
Sheridan
Virginia

Winifred
Margaret
Cara
Emma
Elizabeth
Sierra
Montana
Eden

Holly
Lena
Madison
Marigold
Morgan
Alma
Taylor
Winona

Bonnie
Ruby
Georgia
Hayden
Anna
Brooke
Magnolia

Tula
Sage
Kenedy
Shannen
Aurora
Clara
Stella
Cora

These names are certainly reminiscent of the American Old West, homestead times, western stagecoach journeys, and more from the 19th century. However, even if you aren’t planning on letting your baby grow up to be a cowboy, these names are timeless and bold.

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