Cat Names

Cat names are an important part of a cat's identity. A name can reflect a cat's personality, appearance, or owner's interests. Choosing the right name for your feline friend can be a fun and enjoyable process.

When selecting a name for your cat, consider its physical characteristics and behavior. For example, if your cat has bright green eyes, you may want to consider a name like "Emerald" or "Jade." If your cat is playful and energetic, a name like "Boots" or "Whiskers" may be fitting.

It is also important to choose a name that you and your family will feel comfortable calling out in public. Avoid names that may be embarrassing or offensive to others.

There are many resources available to help you choose the perfect name for your cat. You can look up cat name lists online, consult books on the subject, or ask friends and family for suggestions.

Cute Girl Cat Names

If you just brought home your kitten, give her an adorable name. to match her personality.

• Margot
• Angel
• Honey
• Ellie
• Gladis
• Gigi
• Sheba
• Callie
• Millie
• Bailey
• June
• Georgia
• Roxie
• Piper
• Maisy
• Eleanor
• Beverly
• Sally
• Penny

Cute Boy Cat Names

Have a new beautiful boy in your family? Here are a few names to get you started on your search!

• Ralphie
• Wally
• Bubba
• Odie
• Andy
• Winston
• Ainsley
• Charlie
• Theodore
• Tubby
• Ricky
• Bobby
• George
• Alvin

Plant and Flower-Inspired Names for Cats

Is your kitten as sweet as a rose? Name her after your favorite flower or plant!

• Rose
• Tulip
• Pansy
• Lily
• Lavender
• Dandelion
• Flower
• Fern
• Holly
• Jude
• Maple
• Ash
• Mulberry
• Magnolia
• Basil
• Rosemary
• Sage
• Peppermint
• Thyme
• Lavender
• Ivy
• Willow
• Daisy
• Iris
• Buttercup
• Violet
• Poppy
• Camellia
• Petunia
• Aster
• Dahlia
• Jasmine
• Daffodil

Food-Inspired Names for Cats

Whether she's sweet or sour, one of these names will fit your new feline.

• Twix
• Cocoa
• Gelato
• Soda Pop
• Chili
• Cinnamon
• Pepper
• Nutmeg
• Ginger
• Paprika
• Nugget
• Nacho
• Cookie
• Lucky (Charms)
• Oreo
• Blueberry
• Pumpkin
• Kiwi
• Mango
• Apple
• Okra
• Peaches
• Clementine
• Cherry
• Tomato
• Celery 
• Snickers
• Sugar
• Caraway
• Basil
• Clove
• Sage
• Hazel
• Sesame
• Cardamom 

Harry Potter-Inspired Names for Cats

What goes better together than cats and the Wizarding World?

• Fluffy
• Padfoot
• Sirius
• Dobby
• Norbert
• Pixie
• Black/Blackie
• Hermione
• Dumbledore
• Fleur
• Luna
• Weasley
• Malfoy
• Ginny
• Hedwig

Sports Figure-Inspired Names for Cats

Is your new kitty super active? Name them after a legendary athlete!

• Tiger (Woods)
• Venus (Williams)
• Brady (Tom)
• Kobe (Bryant)
• Ali (Muhammad)
• Beckham (David)
• Magic (Johnson)
• Jackie (Robinson)
• Babe (Ruth)
• Bambino (Babe Ruth's nickname)
• Bolt (Usain)

Celebrity Names for Cats

Our cats already act like they're on the red carpet, so put all the eyes on them with one of these celeb-inspired names.

• Niro (Robert De)
• Kanye (West)
• Kardashian
• Dolly (Parton)
• Butch (Cassidy)
• Mel (Gibson)
• Benedict
• Cumberbatch
• Kylie (Jenner)
• Hemsworth (Chris)
• Reynolds (Ryan)
• Bullock (Sandra)
• Hudson (Kate)
• Winfrey (Oprah)
• Newman (Paul)
• Brando (Marlon)
• Monroe (Marilyn)

Musician Names for Cats

Ready to put your records on and jam out with your cat? Name him or her after your favorite musician.

• Beyonce
• Elvis
• Bruno (Mars)
• Frank
• Sinatra
• (John) Lennon
• Stevie (Wonder)
• Bruce (Springsteen)
• Prince
• Mozart
• Chance (the Rapper)
• (Bob) Dylan
• (John) Denver
• Ozzy (Osbourne)
• Elton (John)
• Usher
• (John) Legend
• Billie (Eilish)
• (Johnny) Cash
• (Miley/BillyRae/Noah) Cyrus
• (Chris) Cornell
• Harry (Styles)
• (David) Bowie
• Kitty Purry
• Ziggy
• Ringo
• Lizzo
• Madonna
• Dolly (Parton)
• Billie

Book Character Names for Cats

If your shelves are lined with all the classics, give your new kitten a name after your favorite character or author.

• Gatsby 
• Darcy (Pride and Prejudice)
• Scout (To Kill a Mockingbird)
• Jo (Little Women)
• Pippi (Pippi Longstocking)
• Boo (To Kill a Mockingbird)
• Radley (To Kill a Mockingbird)
• Jacob (Twilight)
• Edward (Twilight)
• Bella (Twilight)
• Alice (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland)
• Cheshire (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland)
• Sawyer (The Adventures of Tom Sawyer)
• Rue (The Hunger Games)
• Tigger
• Piglet
• Pooh
• Eeyore

Disney Names for Cats

Who doesn't love Disney? Give your feline a moniker inspired by one of these timeless characters.

• Ariel
• Mushu
• Mickey
• Minnie
• Elsa
• Goofy
• Belle
• Jasmine
• Olaf
• Simba
• Aristocat
• Beast
• Pluto
• Baloo
• Lilo
• Stitch
• Bambi
• Moana
• Max
• Rufus
• Mochi
• Nala
• Oliver
• O'Malley 
• Mirabel
• Isabela
• Pepa

Pixar Names for Cats

Whether you're into the classics like Toy Story and Monsters Inc. or a fan of newer Pixar movies, give your cat a name after one of these iconic characters.

• Buzz (Lightyear)
• Nemo
• Woody
• Sulley
• Mike
• Jessie
• McQueen
• Rex
• Edna
• Mater
• Violet
• Doc
• Dash
• Bruce
• Russell
• Dory
• Remy
• Boo
• Doug 
• Luca
• Coco
• Wall-E
• Remy
• Miguel
• Merida

Superhero Names for Cats

It's a bird...it's a plane...it's your kitty!

• Bucky
• Thor
• Hulk
• Loki
• Flash
• Groot
• Marvel
• Joker
• Hawkeye
• Nebula
• Shuri
• Captain
• Carter
• Fury
• Robin
• (Peter) Parker  

Cartoon Names for Cats

Whether you're into anime or childhood classics, these cute cat names are perfect for cartoon lovers.

• Sylvester
• Tom
• Garfield
• Blue
• Cosmo
• Oscar
• Winnie
• Elmo
• Bert
• Daffy
• Ernie
• Kermit
• Scooby
• Tweety
• Patrick
• Jiji
• Chi

Other Animal Names for Cats

Your cat isn't like other cats—name him or her after another animal!

• Bear
• Raven
• Lupa/Lupo
• Grizzly
• Alpaca
• Moose
• Panther
• Crow 
• Corgi
• Pig