Bramble, Bonnie, Mabel and Teddy would all look at home on a Rough Collie’s tag, but they suggest quite different styles. Bramble is outdoorsy; Bonnie feels traditional; Mabel has a lovely old-fashioned ring; Teddy leans into the fluffy look. Start with the style you like, then browse the 60 names below.
Classic names
Mabel — An old-fashioned choice that works without a nickname.
Oscar
Ruby
Alfie
Nora
Hugo
Clara
Felix
Winnie
Milo
Woodland names
Bramble — For a woodland feel without an obvious coat-color reference.
Fern
Willow
Hazel
Cedar
Aspen
Maple
Moss
Clover
Acorn
Names for an outdoorsy feel
Scout
River
Meadow
Breeze
Sky
Dawn
Robin
Lark
Pebble
Flint
Warm coat associations
Sable
Amber
Goldie
Copper
Ginger
Toffee
Biscuit
Honey
Autumn
Chestnut
Playful words and relaxed call names
Teddy
Buttons
Pippin
Rory
Brodie
Mochi
Waffles
Pickle
Douglas
Ziggy
Traditional names and a familiar collie reference
Lassie
Bonnie — A traditional-sounding alternative to the direct Lassie reference.
Angus
Isla
Skye
Hamish
Flora
Archie
Maisie
Callum
Bramble, Mabel or Teddy?
A long coat gives you plenty of naming inspiration, but it needn’t decide the name. Try calling “Bramble, come here,” then “Mabel, come here.” One may feel more natural immediately. If the whole family prefers a different name, that matters more than whether it sounds suitably collie-like.
