One of the most enjoyable parts of horse racing is seeing the colourful, quirky and sometimes downright bizarre names that appear on a racecard. But have you ever wondered "how racehorses get their names, who chooses them, and what rules owners must follow before a name can be officially registered?" While some names have obvious meanings, others are inspired by family traditions, famous bloodlines or clever wordplay. Here's how the naming process works. It All Starts With th