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Looking for some of the most beautiful and meaningful Chinese cat names for male and female kittens?

Perhaps you just adopted a Chinese Li Hua and want to honor his heritage.

Or maybe you really want to pay homage to your own ancestors through your kitty moniker?

Either way, below, you’ll find fabulous ideas inspired by popular Chinese names and words.

Popular Chinese Cat Names

Check out the top ten most popular Chinese cat names! If you don’t find one you love here, then keep reading.

1. Zhen – precious
2. Mao – Chinese word for cat
3. Xiong – ambitious
4. Ming – shining, bright, clear
5. Nuo – graceful
6. Mulan – magnolia blossom
7. Bai Ze – a fictious creature who holds the list of all demons
8. Toshiko – clever child
9. Guang  – light
10. Xiāo – mountain demon 

Personally, I adore Nuo. After all, cats are definitely graceful! Then again, every kitty has a little demon streak, so Xiāo is definitely one of the best funny Chinese cat names!

Like I said, if you don’t love any of those, we have a TON of different choices for you below, starting with ideas for your boy cat!

Male Chinese Cat Names

1. Cheng‐Gong – success
2. Chi – an energetic cat
3. Chiang – a strong cat
4. Da – a short and sweet name for a big cat
5. De – virtuous; a name for a peace-loving cat
6. Fai – “brilliant light”; a cute name for a white cat
7. Feng – speedy like “the wind”
8. Fu – fortunate
9. Maneki-neko – it’s the Chinese lucky cat name!
10. Heng – eternal companion
11. Huli jing – the spirit fox
12. Jingwei – a mythical bird
13. Howin – “loyal swallow”; a unique name for a loyal cat
14. Hui – intelligent or wise
15. Joe – heroic; a charming name for brave and courageous cats
16. Jun – a handsome cat
17. Jiaolong – sea dragon
18. Rui Shi – guardian lions
19. Keung – the universe
20. Kong – a nice name for cats with bright and lovely eyes
21. Huan – always happy
22. Hundun – chaos
23. Liang – good or bright; a good name for a fine-looking cat
24. Lol – joy
25. Long – dragon; for a fierce and respectable cat
26. Cheung – good luck
27. Chin – a musical instrument; a nice name for your cat if you love music
28. Dilong – earth dragon
29. Yinglong – water dragon
30. Manchu – innocent and pure-looking cat
31. On – piece; the perfect name for a quiet cat
32. Huo – fire
33. Ying Yue – reflection of the moon
34. Jiufeng  – a bird with nine heads
35. Shun – obedient
36. Fucanglong – treasure dragon
37. Na – graceful
38. Fenghuang – the Chinese equivalent of the Phoenix
39. Wan – “scholar”; a name for a smart cat
40. Shu – a well-behaved cat
41. Wang Shu – the name of a god who drives a carriage to the moon
42. Ying –  a brave and “heroic” cat
43. Zhi – a cat that thinks he is a lion or a human
44. Zhulong – celestial torch dragon
45. Mo Chou – free of sadness
46. Wonton– definitely one of the funniest Chinese food names for cats
47. Yaling – graceful or refined
48. Qing Niao – mythical bird
49. Bao – treasure
50. Yun – cloud; great for a fluffy cat

While there are too many great male Chinese cat names to choose a single favorite, I really like Rui Shi! My cats are like my tiny guardian lions!

Bao is another wonderful pick because all of our kitties are treasures to us. Fenghuang would be a neat pick for a rescue cat who metaphorically rose from the ashes like a Phoenix.

Now, even though some of the names above would fit well for a female kitty, we do have another batch just for girly girl cats!

Female Chinese Cat Names

1. Ai – love
2. An – peace/quiet
3. Bai – white/pure; perfect for pure white cats
4. Bik – jade; a perfect name for a cat with jade green eyes
5. Zhulong – torch dragon
6. Feng – maple; from the brown and red-like maple leaves
7. Rika – true fragrance
8. Heng – a persistent cat
9. Hua – a splendid cat
10. Huan – happiness
11. Shika – deer
12. Shizuko – quiet child
13. Jia Li – good and beautiful
14. Jiahao – home or family
15. Li Hua – pear blossom; a name for a pretty cat
16. Li Mei – pretty rose; a pretty name for any female cat
17. Riko – child of truth
18. Yijun – joy/harmony
19. Li Ming – pretty and bright; perfect for female kittens
20. Lian – lotus; a cat with a lotus-like beauty
21. Ling – dawn
22. Sora – sky
23. Jing – quiet or gentle
24. Kuan Yin – refers to the Buddhist deity of mercy
25. Huang – a perfect name for a yellow or orange cat
26. Jia – a beautiful cat
27. Natsuki – summer hope
28. Lan – a cute name for your elegant cat
29. Lixue  “pretty snow”; a pretty name for all-white cats
30. Ryoko – refreshing child
31. Mei – beauty
32. Natsumi – beautiful summer
33. Xinyi – happy or joyous
34. Xiulan – luxurious or elegant
35. Ning – calm/serene
36. Shang-Yang – a rain bird
37. Yu Yan – beautiful smile
38. Naomi – honest beautiful
39. Yue – moon; perfect for cats with faces as round as the moon
40. Tianlong – the celestial dragon
41. Niu – girl
42. Qi – fine jade
43. Masumi – true clarity
44. Qing – perfect name for cats with clear blue or green eyes
45. Shenlong – rain dragon
46. Xiang Liu – nine-headed monster
47. Xiuying – luxurious or elegant
48. Xue – snow; perfect name for cats with snow-white fur
49. Teng – the flying dragon
50. Ya – graceful/refined
51. Ying – flower; flower-like beauty
52. Masa – just or true

Again, it’s just too hard to choose a favorite! Masa is gorgeous, and cats are true in so many ways (true friends, true loves, truly wonderful, you get the idea).

Xue is one of the most wonderful white cat names and a lot more unique than just calling her Snowball! Qing would be perfect for my Russian Blue, as she has gorgeous green eyes!

Wrap-Up

Choosing a Chinese-inspired name for your feline companion can be a great way to pay homage to the rich culture and history of China.

From names inspired by Chinese mythology to names that simply sound beautiful, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Whether you decide to name your cat after a famous Chinese historical figure or opt for a more modern name, there are plenty of options to suit every cat’s personality and appearance.

Remember, a name is a significant part of your cat’s identity, and it’s essential to choose one that you and your furry friend both love.

So take your time, do some research, and find the perfect Chinese-inspired name for your beloved feline companion!

Your turn! What are your favorite Chinese cat names? Share below!