Last updated on November 9th, 2023 at 01:24 pm
If you’re looking for some amazing cat names to help you come up with something spectacular to call your new feline friend, you’re in the perfect place.
Below, you’ll find well over 1,000 ideas inspired by everything from different breeds to colors to pop culture and more.
Let’s start with some general popular ideas, then we’ll explore every category imaginable to help you find just the right one for your kitty based on your personal tastes.
Best FeMale Cat Names
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with sticking with tried and true ideas! Here are some of my favorites among the most popular female cat names.
| Angel | Bella | Bluebell |
| Polly | Rose | Pippa |
| Cupcake | Lucy | Kitty |
| Petunia | Stella | Roxie |
| Lily | Chloe | Nala |
| Sophie | Daisy | Molly |
| Princess | Cocoa | Zoe |
Aside from my darling Alex the Fuzz, I’ve always had girl cats. Over the years, I’ve had: Gypsy, Mally, Tabatha, Sabrina, Piper, Prue, Willow, and Zoe.
Do you see a theme emerge?
If you guessed “most of them are named after TV witches,” you’re right! It was our thing for a long time.
If you like to steer clear of popular names, though, check out these girl kitten names.
Most Popular Kitten Names for Males
| Oliver | Leo | Milo |
| Charlie | Simba | Max |
| Jack | Loki | Tiger |
| Archie | Bandit | Casper |
| Maverick | Merlin | Romeo |
| George | Felix | Rocky |
| Sam | Teddy | Fritz |
When it comes to the most popular male cat names, Oliver and Leo almost always make an appearance near the top of the list. In fact, Oliver was #1 for 2020 and Leo came in at #2.
The others depend on what’s trending at the moment. Simba, for example, hit peak popularity back when the Lion King first debuted, but it’s remained in the top 5 ever since.
Again, if you prefer to steer clear of common names, you can find plenty of unique ideas below. I personally love these adventurous cat names!
Best Unisex Cat Names
| Pumpkin | Shadow | Phantom |
| Butterscotch | Angel | Midnight |
| Ember | Caramel | Bear |
| Peaches | Alex | Alchemy |
| Harley | Paws | Patches |
| Stripes | Sunny | Mittens |
| Cloud | Smokey | Riley |
While these rank among the most popular gender-neutral names, literally any idea can be unisex if you want it to be.
If you want to name your girl cat Simba or your boy Daisy, go for it! Don’t ever let society’s myopic idea of what constitutes a masculine or feminine name keep you from choosing the name you want.
Need more amazing unisex cat names?
You’ll find plenty here (including ideas for cat pairs):
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Pop Culture Cat Names
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Harry | Luna | Chi |
| Felix | Pandora | Pixel |
| Azrael | Alice | Cheshire |
| Bagheera | Arya | Crookshanks |
| Diego | Irina | Blinx |
| Garfield | Jasmine | Charlie |
| Hobbes | Katniss | Pyewacket |
| Bast | Leia | Salem |
| Milo | Pink | Hats |
| Mr. Bigglesworth | Meowthra | Lucky |
Popular culture is positively bursting with clever names for your feline friend! As a total Potterhead, I’m partial to these Harry Potter names for cats.
That said, I’m also a total Disney fanatic, so I also really love these Beautiful Disney Cat Names.
Oh, and if you’re looking for something that’s perfect for your ebony kitty, check out these Mischievous Black Cat Character Names Based on Disney Movie!
If Disney and Potter aren’t your pop culture cup of tea, here are some other ideas you’ll love inspired by everything from the Silver screen to the Golden screen to no screens at all!
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- 74 Clever Game of Thrones Cat Names
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- 10 Cute Anime Names for Cats
- Fairy Names for Cats
- Artist Cat Names
- Awesome Video Game Cat Names
- Baseball Cat Names
- 98 Cute Western Cat Names
- Nerdy Cat Names
- 40 Memorable Black Cat Names From Movies
Funny Food Names for Cats
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | Mocha | Coffee |
| Amaretto | Marshmallow | Ginger |
| Angus | Pepper | Licorice |
| Big Mac | Bonbon | Pudding |
| Chowder | Candy | Skittles |
| Cracker Jack | Cayenne | Kit-Kat |
| Cheddar | Cupcake | Snickerdoodle |
| Meatball | Cookie | Brownie |
| Toblerone | Honey Bun | Cheerio |
| T-Bone | Paprika | Coconut |
For a long time, all of my ferals were named after foods.
We had Ginger and her son Ginger Snap, Cheddar, Skittles, Kit-Kat, Pepper, Orangey, Marshmallow…I’m sure I’m forgetting a few. We’ve cared for a lot of ferals over the years!
From tasty desserts to our favorite hot drinks, there’s definitely no shortage of cute ideas! Here are some more that you’ll love:
- 34 Funny Food Names for Grey Cats
- 194 Purr-fetto Italian Food Names for Cats
- Asian Food Names for Cats
- 100 Totally Terrific Tea Related Names For Cats
Luxury Cat Names for Totally Posh Kitties
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Cartier | Duchess | Burberry |
| Philip | Queenie | Diamond |
| Franc | Diana | Paris |
| Laurent | Prada | Goldie |
| Pierre | Kate | Amaro |
| Kors | Meghan | Bottega |
| Duke | Sophie | Dio |
| Hermes | Pearl | Fendi |
| Valentino | Jane | Miu Miu |
| Baron | Zara | Yves |
A totally spoiled kitty deserves a posh and luxurious name, don’t you agree? The ideas above are inspired by famous high-end brands as well as royalty.
If they don’t fit your kitty’s personality, though, try these amazing cat names instead:
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- 71 Regal Cat Names
Mythical and Mystical Names
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Akasha | Phoenix |
| Storm | Aziza | Sphinx |
| Orion | Aurora | Ash |
| Sirius | Celeste | Mystic |
| Draco | Dahlia | Samwise |
| Juju | Selena | Spooky |
| Leo | Luna | Ariadne |
| Salem | Maya | Chakra |
| Specter | Twinkle | Pluto |
| Merlin | Lilith | Skye |
Most of my cats were named after my favorite TV witches: Willow, Piper, Prue, Sabrina, and Tabatha. If you don’t love those, though, we shared 200+ more amazing witch names for cats to inspire you.
I also really love gypsy cat names. In fact, my very first cat ever was named Gypsy Rose. And before you ask, no, I didn’t know that was the name of a “burlesque” dancer! I just thought it sounded pretty.
Of course, if you like mystical or ancient-inspired names, check out these:
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- Plant Names for Cats
- Crystal Pet Names
- Yoga Cat Names
- Spiritual Black Cat Names
Funny Names For Your Cat
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Catabunga | Furmione | Americat |
| The Great Catsby | Agatha Chriscat | Kitty Kitty Bang Bang |
| Furlock Holmes | Sassafras | Cat-22 |
| Captain Wow | Kittles | Waffles |
| Catatouille | Winky-Tink | Milkshake |
| Spuds | Catsy Cline | KitKat |
| Sir Purrs Alot | Mrs. Norris | Catatonic |
| Bacon Bit | Bombalurina | Catastrophe |
| Prince of Purrsia | Catsablanca | Catzilla |
| Puck | Ninsha | iCat |
I’m a big fan of funny names and love how creative they can be. I had a cat called Madam because when she walked, it sounded like she was wearing high heels. She was so prim and proper, I felt the name suited her and was funny too.
If obviously funny names don’t quite fit your cat, maybe these more subtle ones will:
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Cool Names for Badass Cats
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Thunder | Luna | Madara |
| Goth | Eloise | Aspen |
| Kuro | Fifi | Juicy |
| Poyo | Ivy | Lexus |
| Alfred | Violet | Kali |
| Chandler | Symphony | Akemi |
| Broderick | Chloe | Gemini |
| Cobalt | Coco | Nova |
| Atlas | Stella | Comet |
| Franklin | Amethyst | Orbit |
Cats have a cool, mysterious way about them, so a badass name will make your kitty the most popular on the block. I had a Max, who was so cool, he had friends that came to the front door to wait for him to come out.
I would then see them all handing out together on the wall surveying their kingdom.
If your cat isn’t quite the cool type but has a spunky or tough personality take a look at these names:
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Rescue Cat names
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Bill | Freya | Fluffy |
| Eric | Peaches | One Eye |
| Floki | Liz | Lucky |
| Miles | Bridget | Patches |
| Chance | Daisy | Boots |
| Oliver | Princess | Clover |
| Sammy | Mimi | Nox |
| Charlie | Halley | Pickles |
| Tiger | Pam | Star |
| Prince | Tulip | Jupiter |
All my cats have been rescued. Two came from the shelter, one was abandoned when her family moved away, and the other I found nearly starved to death.
Rescue cats make the most wonderful companions and they deserve a name fitting what they’ve been through.
If your cat is a warrior, like mine, take a look at these awesome names for survivors.
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- One Eyed Cat Names
- Cat Names That Mean Miracle
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- Cat Names That Mean Survivor or Fighter
Cat Names Inspired by Colors & patterns
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Fire | Elsi | Carrot |
| Nachos | Roxy | Pancake |
| Aslan | Ginger | Brandy |
| Davis | Honey | Freckles |
| Garfield | Paprika | Pumpkin |
| Marble | Robin | Speckles |
| Orange | Saffron | Toffee |
| Simba | Amber | Bubble |
| Archie | Apricat | Cinnamon |
| Julian | Aurora | Puffy |
I personally love Apricat. Perfect for an orange or tortoiseshell that has a playful personality. And of course, it’s funny!
If those names don’t quite fit your cat, there are hundreds of others that match how your kitty looks.
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Breed-Specific Cat Names
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Bogdan | Anastasia | Ocean |
| Cosmo | Bluebell | Sky |
| Dimitre | Annipe | Musa |
| Aten | Cleopatra | Khepri |
| Cairo | Aislin | Phoenix |
| Alessandro | Augusta | Daiki |
| Ellsworth | Kittery | Kali |
| Hermes | Naomi | Nova |
| Mercury | Penelope | Unity |
| Oro | Suki | Dita |
With so many different and amazing cat breeds, who wouldn’t want a name that matches their beauty? I have hundreds to give you inspiration.
Cat Names Inspired by Places Around the World
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Aiken | Alexandria | Amsterdam |
| Beaufort | Alaska | Chile |
| Berlin | Asia | Dallas |
| Cuba | Atlanta | Dublin |
| Diego | Brittany | Sydney |
| Madrid | Chelsea | Alpine |
| Nevis | Dakota | Arizona |
| Orlando | Florence | Brooklyn |
| Barts | Georgia | London |
| Aspen | Paris | Norway |
I just love names for cats that are based on place names. There are so many amazing places around the world with interesting names.
I’m thinking for my next kitty, I’m going to use a place name. What, I’m not sure yet, it will depend on the cat’s personality and looks.
Seasonal & Holiday Cat Names
| Male | Female | Unisex |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen | Autumn | Storm |
| Frosty | Valentina | Stocking |
| December | Bunny | Winter |
| Santa | Summer | Christmas |
| Valentine | Blanche | Hallow |
| Patrick | Vixen | January |
| Blizzard | Holly | Snowflake |
| Klaus | Eve | Mittens |
| Rudolph | Mrs. Klaus | Candy |
| Icicle | Carol | Sparkle |
I love holidays and the changing of seasons. You can find some great name inspiration from these themes. Imagine introducing your kitty as Mrs. Klaus, how cute is that?
I have over 500 names for this theme, so you’re certain to find one that is perfect for your cat!
Take a look here:
- Sun Names for Cats
- Best Winter Cat Names for Boys & Girls
- Festive Christmas Cat Names for Boys & Girls
- Fall Names for Cats
- Halloween Cat Names for Male & Female Kitties
- Black Cat Names Halloween
Cat Names by the Letter
You might have a fondness for a certain letter or name all your pets using something starting with the same letter. If so, you should check out these great name guides for letter inspiration.
- Cat Names That Start With A
- B Cat Names
- C Cat Names
- Cat Names that Start with D
- Cat Names Beginning with E
- Cat Names That Start With K
- Cat Names That Start With M
- Cat Names That Start With S
- Girl Cat Names That Start With T
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Still want some ideas? Phew, the above isn’t all I have. The following fantastic cat name guides have hundreds more ideas.
Whether you want quirky, themed, unusual or classy, I’ve got them. Check out the following for more inspiration!
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- Flower Names for Cats
- Space Names for Cats
- Fancy Female Cat Names
- Star Wars Cat Names Puns
- Nautical Cat Names for Your New Kitten
Conclusion
Did you find something from these amazing cat names for your kitty? Do you follow a theme when naming your pets?
I’d love to know what name you used! Let me know in the comments.
Andreea is a very passionate content creator and her purpose is to provide you with the most interesting articles, while constantly discovering new facts. She’s been freelance writing for the past five years and has created numerous articles and educational materials while managing her own business.
There are so many great cat names. You included some really cute ones in there.
These are lovely names for a cat. I’m more of a dog person.
Such a great list of names for cats. I like cupcake the best.
What an extensive list of names. If you can’t find a name you like here, you’ll choose a name.
Haha! I do not know but the Loki one got my attention. Sounds cool!
I got our kitten from the pound. They usually already have a name but mine didn’t because they just got her and siblings in. I could have used this list. But I ended up naming her whiskers because her whiskers are so long and beautiful.
Wow! Such an awesome compilation of cat names and every name is just so perfect for any cat we own. I’ll note it for reference for our future additional cat! Thanks!
Missed oppurrtunity to take advantage of a pun!! “Purrfect”! Cute list of names though!
Those are adorable names, I’ll keep them in mind if I ever adopt a cat. Thanks for sharing!
Aww! These are such cute names 😍. I’ll share this list with my cat-lover friends.
wow! So many beautiful and particular names. I Love Lily. It’s short and nice!
What a great list of names. I like the name pumpkin a lot. Maybe because fall is my fave season. 🙂
It is always so hard for me to figure out what to name our pets. These are good suggestions!
I have bookmarked this post to come back to as I am thinking of getting a new cat and this lost is perfect! Yo always have the best pet posts!
I love all of these names. We used to have a Max. He was the sweetest.
There are so many cute options on this list. I love Mocha! We have a Mittens but we call her Mittzy.
This is really informative, this is such an awesome list of cat names.
I needed this list a few months ago when I adopted a cat. She ended up with the name Whiskers because her whiskers are very long.
These are great names that I would consider naming any that I would choose thanks for sharing this with us.
I love so many of the names you listed but I have always watched my cats and name something that seems fitting.
How cute is the Chance name? I would like to have a pet with this name?
Such a nice selection of names. I like the plant and food names a lot!