200+ Lamb and Sheep Names
For the Love of Sheep
My mother grew up on a thousand-acre farm in the Midwest, and her favorite animals then, and still to this day, are the precious baby lambs. She can go on for hours talking about how playful they are, how gentle they are, how adorable they are, and how sweet their cry for their mama is. Let's just say, there are many reasons to adore these gentle little animals!
Of course, my mom grew up with these little guys all around, but did you know it's possible to care for sheep of your own, even if you don't live on a farm? If you happen to adore sheep as much as my mom does, you're in luck, because owning a pet sheep might be more possible than you ever realized!
Things to Know Before Getting a Pet Sheep
Before you bring home your first sheep, there are some things you should think about first. Here are some frequently asked questions about owning and caring for a pet sheep.
Can I keep a sheep as a pet?
Absolutely, any breed of sheep can make an excellent pet. Keep in mind, they are considered livestock, so you'll need to make sure your neighborhood/city allow livestock to be kept as pets.
Can you house-train a sheep?
If you're interested in keeping your pet sheep indoors, then you should know that the easiest way to house-break them is while they're still young. A bottle-fed lamb is much easier to house-break, while an adult sheep would likely be very difficult and worth avoiding.
How many acres do you need for a sheep?
Sheep, much like goats, don't need a lot of land to be happy. One acre can be home to up to a half dozen sheep, while flocks of 100 or more can be kept on 30 acres.
Can you keep one sheep?
You can, but you shouldn't. Sheep are social animals and thrive in groups. If you're not ready to adopt a flock of sheep, that's okay. Sheep can also enjoy the company of other animals like donkeys, goats, or dogs.
The Benefits of Raising Sheep
These sweet animals come with a fair number of benefits for their owners. If you're interested in raising sheep or expanding your current flock, here is a quick reminder of the benefits to raising sheep.
- Wool: Sheep's wool is used in a large variety of manufacturing processes, making it an extremely sought-after and versatile fiber.
- Milk: Sheep's milk is super nutritious, having twice the amount of calcium than cow's milk! It can also produce more cheese per fluid ounce!
- Meat: Obviously if you're getting a sheep as a pet, this benefit is not for you, but it's good to note that meat from sheep is delicious!
- Breeding: Also not for pet owners, but breeding sheep can be a great side income. People will buy and sell sheep for their genetics.
- Lawn Maintenance: Like goats, sheep will graze on tall grass, working as natural lawn mowers. However, they will be much kinder to the trees than goats will be!
If you're interested in learning more about the benefits of raising sheep on your homestead, check out this video!
5 Reasons to Consider Sheep for Your Homestead
Name Ideas for Lambs and Sheep
Now if you're planning on owning sheep, or growing your flock, chances are, you're going to want some great name ideas. Here are over 200 sheep name suggestions to consider for your new fluffy friends!
Male Sheep Names
Chex
| Prince
| Freddie
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Willy
| Amos
| David
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Norman
| Shep
| Washington
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Barry
| Jack
| Lawrence
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Moses
| King
| Noah
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Max
| Cooper
| Dutch
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Jasper
| Raymond
| Peabody
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Frans
| Mack
| Rolph
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Winter
| Casper
| Barley
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Holland
| Shepherd
| Levi
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Goober
| Beau
| Lloyd
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Macintosh
| Abber
| Willis
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Wickham
| Bear
| Moe
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Female Sheep Names
Mary
| Fannie
| Emma
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Liliana
| Dahlia
| Maple
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Sophie
| Chloe
| Wilma
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Madeline
| Buttercup
| Dolly
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Precious
| Pixie
| Blossom
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Aster
| Meadow
| Freesia
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Grace
| Destiny
| Rosemary
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Autumn
| Tulip
| Dawn
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Lady
| Edelweiss
| Cinderella
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Sweet Pea
| Apricot
| Gloria
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Rosette
| Pearl
| Peony
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Annabel
| Margaret
| Amber
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Jade
| Ariel
| Bella
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Rebecca
| Aurora
| Julia
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Petal
| Tinker Bell
| April
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Luna
| Bunny
| Magnolia
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Shanna
| Patience
| Charity
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Funny Sheep Names
Serta
| Lambchops
| Sweater
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Mutton
| Wooly
| Lambert
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Simpleton
| Whitebeard
| Curly
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Merino
| Sheepfaced
| Gyro
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Sheepdog
| Q-Tip
| Shepherd
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Cotton Ball
| Cool Whip
| Fleece Machine
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Mr. Fuzzyface
| InfLAMBable
| Dolt
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Lanolin
| Roquefort
| Shearly
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Black Sheep
| Holy Sheep
| Rammstein
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Pirate Sheep
| Wooly Bully
| Mike Donnelly
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Cool Whip
| Sherpa
| The Baa Baa Bandit
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Bo Peep
| Shaun
| Christmas Dinner
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"Ewe" Names—Because Wordplay Is Fun!
Ewe Hefner
| Ewelia Roberts
| Ewe Jackman
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Ewenique
| Ewenity
| Ewe Grant
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Ewelia Childs
| Ewelie Andrews
| Jewedy
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Jewel
| Trewedy
| Sewezie
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Jewedy Garland
| Drewe Baahrymore
| Lewena
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Lewecy
| Petewenia
| Eweliette
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Cute Sheep Names
Little One
| Dewdrop
| Sunshine
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Twinkle
| Happy
| Downy
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Sugar Pie
| Whisper
| Cream Puff
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Socks
| Sherbert
| Snowflake
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Bashful
| Cupcake
| Cottonball
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Vanilla Bean
| Lamby
| Mittens
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Skittles
| Frappuccino
| Baby
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Winnie
| Frosty
| Pookie
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Felt
| BahBah
| Bug
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Buttercream
| Flannel
| Fleece
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Black Sheep Names
Velvet
| Espresso
| Minky
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Ganache
| Shadow
| Midnight
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Licorice
| Onyx
| Blackie
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Dark Chocolate
| Coffee Bean
| Ebony
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Smokey
| Oreo
| Domino
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Raven
| Bean
| Charcoal
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Soot
| Pepper
| Black Jack
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Blacksmith
| Black Beauty
| Jet
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Famous Sheep in History
Montauciel
| Montauciel the sheep, along with a duck and a rooster, flew in the first flight of a hot air balloon in 18th century France.
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Methuselina
| Domestic sheep live between 10-12 years, but Methuselina lived to the very old age of 25 years and 11 months, making her the world's oldest sheep ever!
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Shrek
| Shrek was a male Merino who was avoided his annual sheering for 6 years. When he was finally captured, his wool weighed 60lbs!
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Lance Corporal Derby XXX
| This Swaledale ram was the highest ranking sheep in the British Army. He was the official mascot of the Mercian Regiment..
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Dolly
| Dolly was the first mammal cloned from an adult somatic cell, using the process of nuclear transfer.
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Sheep in Cartoons and Movies
Shaun
| "Shaun the Sheep"
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Sheep
| "Word World"
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Samuel the Sheep
| "Charlotte's Web"
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Bellweather
| "Zootopia"
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Doug
| "Zootopia"
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Woolter & Jesse
| "Zootopia"
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Lambie
| "Doc McStuffins"
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Billy, Goat, & Gruff
| "Toy Story"
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Mr. Woolensworth
| "Chicken Little"
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Mrs. Sheep
| "Lambert the Sheepish Lion"
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Comments
We just bought 4 Suffolk sheep and we called them Merida, Flopsy and Lady Violet ( from Downton Abbey )
but we couldn't decide what to call the fourth one - that is until we found your amazing website!
This is so cool
My few of my family ewes had lambs so now we have 6! with more on the way, there names are (In age order)
Mung ( Hope in korean )
Popcorn and Oreo ( Popcorn and Oreo had problems when the two baby girls were born because there mother was attacked by a dog and the first sign that Popcorn would survive is she popped up as if she was popcorn, and oreo looks like an oreo black white black )
Packston von Cotton budington ( Cotton bud bud or buddy for short, im glad his mother is feeding him cause his older siblings which were disowned so i raised em, tehre names are CottonBall and CottonCandy )
And last ( for now ) we named these two using your website
Meadow and Dawn ( I sprained my ankle the night after they were born oops )
and the last lambs ( for now )
we have a few sheep the last pair of twins were called Mona and Lisa both ewes and there mother is about to drop again
We have two female baby lambs and I've called them Dolly and Daisy. I think its so cute!
Hey guys what’s a good name starting with G for a female lamb and it has to be creative
im getting a sheep very soon and I come up with lots of funny names like: Wooly Wonka and Dude Wiggles. My next lamb is gonna be named Lady Bahbah
i like sheep so mrs sheep would be my favourite
I LOVE POOKIE IM 9 YEARS OLD
Saffron!!!
these are really cute names and might name my sheep one of these
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If you only have three sheep: Baaaa, Ram, Ewe lol
im getting a lamb in the spring if its a boy ill call it shawn and if its a girl itll be cloe
i love sheep people
I'm not sure if any of these names fit but i really liked some of them....Just not for my lamb
If I ever do get a sheep I am going to call it Michael after the Archangel Michael
I like barry and wooly I am getting a lamb soon too and I can't wait
I liked the names, but I would perfer better ones.
I love the female names. You should check them out!
I named mine rosemary this really helped
Brass or mocha
Annie is a great name! You should add it!
calling mine baaaa-bara and wooliam :)
I’m calling my orphan lamb socks
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great! i have decided to call my sheep Mr. Fuzzyface and Lanolin
For twins
Great information..... my sheep name will be Black Jack.
You have so many great ideas and names on here I love it
ahhh i love those names! I named my new lambs from this website! thx!
are you calling me the sheep whose wool weighted 60lbs
I love this was very very helpful
My girl is Minty and no she isn’t going to the plate, my goats are Maple and Sugar. My next lamb is going to be Rosemary.
I named my black sheep Wiggles.
I love these names in the past i have had a goat named ranger and sheep named after the voice and roy rodgers.
I would recommend looking up dog names their are some great ones for sheep and goats.
I love this
Mine goat was named Ace I would recommend it. I’m trying to find a name like that for my other leepie lamb, any ideas?
I like the name bandit
I looked at your post for ideas for my new adopted white doggie who looks so much like a lamb, the name Lambert made me laugh, so cute and funny! Thkuuuuuu
You need to add Jeff
These names are so cute!!!
What about Cardigan? Cute name from a sheep in a Charlotte's Web sequel.
Our new ffa lamb's name is Clarice.
I am going to name my New baby boy lamb
I just got a new tup lamb and I think I will call him Mr fuzzy face
So many beautiful names just got 2 yesterday and one died this morning
my lamb is called tank
I am calling mine April!
Socks and Skittles are perfect for the lamb twins!
I like the names
TWINKLE!! Such a cute name I love it, I’m calling my lamb that
Cute love lams
This was really helpful to figure out my sheep’s name
each time i look at this website i always say lamby cause i like this name
This website is really good because I'm getting a sheep for calf club and I can't even finger out a name.
So this website is a thumbs up
It's settled then. If I ever get a sheep, I'm naming him Serta.
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