In the history of horse racing, there are many famous racehorse names that are considered as the most popular horses of their time. Some of the famous racehorses are named after the cities where they were born, others have names that are linked to the owners, and some have names that are related to the breed of horses they are.

Some of the best known names of famous racehorses include:

* Seattle Slew – This horse was born in Seattle, Washington and was named after the city where he was born. He was owned by John R. Rogers who also owned Secretariat, who is considered to be the greatest Thoroughbred in the history of horse racing.

* Cigar – This horse was born in Kentucky, USA and was owned by Robert J. Boyle.

* Seattle Dancer – This horse was born in Seattle, Washington, USA and was named after the city where he was born. He was the sire of the famous Seattle Slew.

* Northern Dancer – This horse was born in Great Britain and was owned by William H. Taylor.

* Sir Barton – This horse was born in Kentucky, USA and was owned by Harry Payne Whitney.

* War Admiral – This horse was born in Kentucky, USA and was owned by George L. Miller.

* Nijinsky II – This horse was born in California, USA and was owned by the famous impresario, Michael Todd.

* General Intrepid – This horse was born in California, USA and was owned by John A. Brinkley.

* Gallant Man – This horse was born in New York, USA and was owned by Frank M. Underhill.

* Seabiscuit – This horse was born in Texas, USA and was owned by Louis “Red” Smith.

* Secretariat – This horse was born in New York, USA and