Why Kentucky Derby Horse Names Are So Odd

It’s an Age Old Question: What’s in a Name? If You’re a Racehorse, a Lot. Think About It: There Are a Lot of Babies Named Sarah or John. Many a Dog Bears the Title Spot or Fluffy; Many Cats, Mittens or Felix. These Are All Classic Names, and for Good Reason. They’re Solid and Timeless. but When It Comes to Horses, What Names Come to Mind? Secretariat and Seabiscuit Are Valid Responses, but So Are the Names Mucho Macho Man, Dr. Devious, and Soup and Sandwich (Yes, These Are All Real Racehorse Names). with the Kentucky Derby Coming up on May 6, You May Find Yourself Wondering — Where Are the Fluffys and Felixes of the Racehorse World? Why Are All Their Names So Dang Bizarre? Keep Reading to See Why Kentucky Derby Horse Names Are So Unique, and What This Year’s Competing Horses Are Named.