250+ Cat Names Ideas For Your Lovely Kitten

Cat names are often determined by the nationality of their owners. While some pet parents want a name that is relatable to their nationality, others might want an exotic foreign name.

Here are some cat names based on major European, Asian, and American countries.

1. French Cat Names

French is one of the most glamorous languages today. So, it won't come as a surprise if a cat parent wants to give a French name to their feline companion.

Take a look at some of the French names that could fit your furry friend.

1. Adaline
2. Amelie
3. Beatrice
4. Cherie
5. Eiffel
6. Felicienne
7. Jacques
8. Oriel
9. Paris
10. Pierre
11. Thierry
12. Vivienne

2. Egyptian Cat Names

Ancient Egyptians considered cats to be the most special animal due to their ability to control disease-spreading pests. Carrying forward the tradition, thousands of pet parents still associate their cat names with Egypt. Some popular Egyptian-sounding names include:

1. Cleopatra
2. Giza
3. Imhotep
4. Khufu 
5. Mau
6. Nefertiti
7. Pakhet
8. Pharaoh
9. Renenutet
10. Sphinx
11. Thoth
12. Tutankhamun

3. Japanese Cat Names

Japan has been advocating for years to prohibit the eating of cat and dog meat. To return the favor, you might want to give a Japanese name to your cat from the choices below.

1. Ankokudo (Darkness)
2. Fushimi (Inner Beauty)
3. Hakuba (White Horse)
4. Hachi (Eight)
5. Ikebana (Flower Arrangement Art)
6. Kagechiyo (Cat From Ninja Hattori-kun)
7. Katana (Samurai Sword)
8. Momo (Peach)
9. Ronin (Masterless Samurai)
10. Sora (Sky)
11. Yuki (Snow)
12. Origami (Paper-Folding Art)

4. Italian Cat Names

Italians are famous for their rich cultural history and their association with the Roman Empire. While choosing a name for your cat, you can take inspiration from historical figures like Julius Caesar, Mark Antony, and Pompeii, or select one from the following list.

1. Antonella
2. Bella
3. Caesar
4. Donatella
5. Frangolina
6. Galileo
7. Luigi
8. Marco
9. Mona Lisa
10. Nutella
11. Pablo
12. Rufus

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5. Chinese Cat Names

Chinese names are ideal for cat owners looking for a mysterious-sounding name of foreign origin. Just be prepared to explain the name's meaning to your Mandarin non-speaking friends and family members.

1. Ben Ben (Beast)
2. Daoji (Buddhist Monk)
3. Fushi (God of Happiness)
4. Gengi (Golden)
5. Jun (King)
6. Lian (Lotus)
7. Mei (Beautiful)
8. Pu Yi (Last Chinese Emperor)
9. Shika (Deer)
10. Toshiko (Clever)
11. Xiang (Good Luck)
12. Zhulong (Torch Dragon)

6. Spanish Cat Names

Spanish is one of the most interesting and easiest languages to learn. So, it's not uncommon for a basic Spanish speaker to select a Spanish name for their cats.

Explore the names listed below along their meanings before you settle on a name.

1. Andres (Warrior)
2. Brillantina (Glitter)
3. Cazador (Hunter)
4. Gordo (Fat)
5. Hermoso (Handsome)
6. Itzel (Rainbow Lady)
7. Letizia (Joy)
8. Pedro (Rock)
9. Queso (Cheese)
10. Reyes (King)
11. Tonto (Silly)
12. Yolanda (Violet Flower)

7. Arabic Cat Names

Arabic cat names are primarily influenced by Islam and the teachings of the religion. Just don't use the name of the Prophets or any other historical/current religious leaders to avoid offending a follower of Islam.

1. Aladdin (Excellence)
2. Amira (Princess)
3. Faris (Knight)
4. Ghaith (Rain)
5. Habiba (Beloved)
6. Khalid (Eternal)
7. Loza (Almond)
8. Mashaal (Bright)
9. Norah (Dignity)
10. Omar (Eloquent)
11. Sultan (King/Ruler)
12. Tahir (Pure)

8. English Cat Names

Using an English name for your cat is suitable for people hugely influenced by British culture and history. To make it more distinct, you can also use titles like Lord, Lady, or Sir before the names.

1. Cinnamon
2. Daisy
3. Finn
4. Ginger
5. Heather
6. Oliver
7. Missy
8. Poppins
9. Ruby
10. Simba
11. Snowflake
12. Willow

9. Indian Cat Names

India is a hub for cultural diversity with 121 languages spoken throughout the sub-continent. So, you'll possibly never run out of ideas for a cat name if you are planning to take an Indian name.

1. Akash (Sky)
2. Chanda (Moon)
3. Devdas (Popular Movie Character)
4. Indra (God of Rain)
5. Jannat (Heaven)
6. Lavanya (Grace)
7. Kalpana (Imagination)
8. Pari (Angel)
9. Sardar (Leader)
10. Shiva (God)
11. Uday (Rise)
12. Vijay (Victory)

10. American Cat Names

A commonly known fact about Americans is that they love their pets more than other human beings. So, they have every right to select an American name for their cats; some of which are listed below:

1. Andy
2. Bonnie
3. Charlie
4. Dolly
5. Hunter
6. Iris
7. Minnie
8. Nutmeg
9. Remy
10. Simon
11. Teddy
12. Whiskers

11. Russian Cat Names

Russian cat names are mainly variations of names used in other languages. Determine the meaning of the name before you finalize one.

1. Anastasia (Resurrection)
2. Boris (Wolf)
3. Igor (Warrior)
4. Liliya (Lily Flower)
5. Karina (Pure)
6. Olga (Holy)
7. Polina (Little)
8. Ryzhik (Ginger Haired)
9. Sasha (Defender of Humans)
10. Svetlana (Shiny)
11. Vladimir (Ruler of the World)
12. Zolotse (Gold)

12. Greek Cat Names

Greek mythology consists of several interesting characters that serve as a source of inspiration not just for humans but also for their feline pets. Check out some popular Greek names that might fit your cat's personality.

1. Artemis
2. Chimera
3. Ethos
4. Genesis
5. Helios
6. Icarus
7. Kyra
8. Medusa
9. Oceanus
10. Prometheus
11. Uranus
12. Zeus

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Choosing a cat name based on its color and/or appearance is one of the basic ways to do it. Use a name famously associated with the color or any other physical features exhibited by your pet.

1. Orange Cat Names

Orange cats can be named after a variety of things associated with the color. From monarch butterflies to pumpkins, you can chose any item that represents the color orange.

1. Cheeto
2. Garfield
3. Goldfish
4. Ginger
5. Marigold
6. Marmalade
7. Mimosa
8. Peaches
9. Tigger
10. Turmeric

2. Black And White Cat Names

Black and white cats are also called tuxedo cats due to their matching color with the outfit. These common household cats should be named after items connected with the iconic pattern.

1. Ash
2. Barcode
3. Chess
4. Domino
5. Inkblot
6. Panda
7. Polkadot
8. Shadow
9. Tuxedo
10. Zorro

3. White Cat Names

Naming a white cat should not be hard as there are countless options to choose from. Anything from ice to wool is a rational choice due to its link with the color.

1. Albino
2. Blizzard
3. Casper
4. Cotton
5. Frosty
6. Glacier
7. Milky Way
8. Nimbus
9. Snow White
10. Sugar

4. Grey Cat Names

While it's considered pretty basic to name a cat based on its color, it's still the go-to choice for thousands of cat parents. If you don't want to spend hours, or even days, thinking about a clever name, here are a few to consider.

1. Cloud
2. Dusty
3. Goose
4. Moon
5. Oyster
6. Pebbles
7. Rocket
8. Steel
9. Stormy
10. Zinc

 5. Black Cat Names

Black cats are often unfairly neglected by potential pet owners as they are wrongly portrayed as evil. However, you can turn the stereotype into a powerful weapon by giving a name that matches the color of your black cat. 

1. Asphalt
2. Coal
3. Crow
4. Ebony
5. Eclipse
6. Grim Reaper
7. Midnight
8. Nazgul
9. Panther
10. Smokey

Popular movie characters are often the go-to names for pet owners all around the world. It's best to go skip trendy names and stick to classics as not all trends age well.

1. Harry Potter Cat Names

Harry Potter has been one of the most significant pop culture influences of the 21st century. It's not uncommon for a fan of the wizard universe to name their pets after popular characters from the franchise.

1. Bellatrix
2. Crookshanks
3. Harry Pawter
4. Hermione
5. Mrs. Norris
6. Petunia
7. Professor McGonagall
8. Salazar
9. Weasley
10. Phoenix

2. Disney Movies Cat Names

Disney movies often include a feline character, especially in their animated projects. You can choose one of the following if you are looking to name your pet after a Disney cat.

1. Archimedes (The Sword in the Stone)
2. Cheshire (Alice Through the Looking Glass)
3. D.C. (That Darn Cat!)
4. Dinah (Alice In Wonderland)
5. Figaro (Pinocchio)
6. Jake (The Cat from Outer Space)
7. Lucifer (Cinderella)
8. Mittens (Bolt)
9. Oliver (Oliver & Company)
10. Sassy (Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey)
11. Thomas O'Malley (The Aristocats)
12. Thomasina (The Three Lives of Thomasina)

3. Cat Names From Anime

Famous animes like Pokemon, Ninja Hattori-kin, and Doraemon, feature plenty of interesting cat characters. Adopting a popular cat from one of the anime franchises is the primary option for anime fans with a feline companion.

1. Arthur (Code Geass)
2. Baron (The Cat Returns)
3. Blair (Soul Eater)
4. Doraemon (Doraemon)
5. Karupin (Prince of Tennis)
6. Kirara (InuYasha)
7. Kuroneko (Trigun)
8. Kori (Dragon Ball)
9. Nekotalia (Hentalia)
10. Nekobasu (My Neighbor Totoro)
11. Meowth (Pokemon)
12. Sakamoto (Nichijou)
13. Sorata (Sekai-ichi Hatsukoi)
14. Jiji (Kiki’s Delivery Service)

4. Cat Names From Cartoons Characters

Cat cartoon characters like Garfield, Tom (Tom and Jerry), and Mr. Jinks have inspired pet names for decades now. Take a look at some of the few cartoon cats below:

1. Butch (Tom and Jerry)
2. Claude Cat (Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies)
3. Felix (Felix the Cat)
4. Garfield (Garfield and Friends)
5. Mr. Jinks (The Huckleberry Hound)
6. Nermal (Garfield and Friends)
7. Oggy (Oggy and the Cockroaches)
8. Penelope Pussycat (Looney Tunes)
9. Princess Carolyn (Bojack Horseman)
10. Puss in Boots (Shrek)
11. Sergeant Tibbs (101 Dalmatians)
12. Tom (Tom and Jerry)

5. Minecraft Cat Names

Minecraft features multiple stray cats but they have any names. Here are some names inspired by missions and accessories of Minecraft:

1. Archie
2. Button
3. Charlie
4. Chewie
5. Claws
6. Ghost
7. Jelly Bean
8. Monet
9. Muffin
10. Pixie
11. Tina Spay
12. Trixie

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One way to give a unique name to your pet pal is to base it on the cat's personality. Choose an alias that matches the behavioral pattern shown by your four-legged companion.

1. Cute Cat Names

Cats are adorable by default which makes it the primary responsibility of their owners to find a fitting name. Take a look at some of the names below and find one that fits your pet's personality.

1. Boo
2. Cookie
3. Jasper
4. Mittens
5. Miss Kitty
6. Momo
7. Piper
8. Pumpkin
9. Rocky
10. Tiptoe

2. Funny Cat Names

Cat parents go for a funny-sounding name if they are into comedy. The fun element, however, caters to the owners and not the cat itself.

If you are also looking for a funny name, the list below could be helpful.

1. Catbury
2. Catzilla
3. Chairman Meow
4. Cuddles
5. Gandalf the Grey
6. Jingle Bells
7. Kit Kat
8. Lady Marmalade
9. Meowser
10. Miss Piggy
11. Paw Paw
12. Sir Catalot

3. Unique Cat Names

Your cat is special and deserves to have a unique name. We have listed some lesser-used cat names, below.

1. Barney
2. Catsby
3. Doja
4. Comet
5. Doodle
6. Dude
7. Felton
8. Hamilton
9. Meatball
10. Millicent
11. Toast
12. Turbo

4. Cool Cat Names

Cool names for cats can be derived from pop culture references to famous fictional/non-fictional figures. Here are a few you can choose from:

1. Bane
2. Cosmo
3. Dusk
4. Gypsy
5. Katniss
6. Julius
7. Loki
8. Moonlight
9. Octavia
10. Peanut
11. Petunia
12. Thunder

5. Strong Cat Names

Cats are strong creatures who don't necessarily depend on their owners for survival. So, adopting a strong name seems the only logical to do.

1. Claw
2. Don Vito
3. Justice
4. Leonidas
5. Machete
6. Ninja
7. Optimus
8. Voodoo
9. Whiskey
10. Wolverine

6. Silly Cat Names

Cat behaviors are often considered silly by their human friends, be it endlessly chasing a beacon of light or acting weirdly in front of their owners.

These sharp-toothed mammals deserve a silly name as much as Gotham deserves Batman.

1. Cat Stevens
2. Catastrophe
3. Catatonic
4. Catsup
5. Clawdia
6. Don Drapurr
7. Hairy Potter
8. Kitty Purry
9. Lucifurr
10. Picatso
11. Purrito
12. Santa Claws

7. Classic Cat Names

A person's class can be judged by the name they choose for their feline pets. Think of a classic name that suits your cat before checking the names, below:

1. Brownie
2. Domingo
3. Duke
4. Oscar
5. Patches
6. Rusty
7. Scout
8. Sparky
9. Zeus
10. Benji

8. Evil Cat Names

Cats are unfairly called evil creatures, simply because they are harder to tame than dogs. As a cat owner, it's only fair to give a fitting name so that your pet can live up to its reputation.

1. Beelzebub
2. Cruella
3. Devil
4. Doctor Hell
5. Gollum
6. Nightmare
7. Nihasa
8. Ouija
9. Roadkill
10. Salem
11. Smaug
12. Vader

9. Grumpy Cat Names

If you have one of the mean and grumpy-looking cats at home, you're probably looking for a matching name. Worry not, we've got you covered.

1. Boomer
2. Crabbypants
3. Crankenstein
4. Furiosa
5. Griper
6. Ignatius
7. Mad Max
8. Moses
9. Punk
10. Snarky

10. Clever Cat Names

Cats are extremely smart creatures with fast-processing brains. Giving a clever name is one of the few ways to honor the intelligence shown by your furry pal. 

1. Anderson Pooper
2. Brad Kitt
3. Cat Damon
4. Cat-Man-Do
5. Catapult
6. Catrick Swayze
7. Copy Cat
8. Dalai Clawma
9. Empuress
10. Fur-gie
11. Jakie Meowling

Gender-specific names for cats can be based on the traditional norms of feminity and masculinity. Alternatively, you can also go with a gender-neutral name for your pet.

Girl Cat Names

Gir cat names can be inspired by actual names used by women or names associated with the feminine gender in some way.

1. Brooklyn
2. Bunny
3. Chloe
4. Daisy
5. Destiny
6. Fiona
7. Lily
8. Mellow
9. Pinky
10. Raven
11. Roxy
12. Suzy

Boy Cat Names

If you are looking for a name for your boy cat, go with a masculine-sounding name or a name influenced by a popular/historical male figure.

1. Bob
2. Bowie
3. Freddie
4. Jack
5. Logan
6. Max
7. Milo
8. Mochi
9. Orion
10. Ranger
11. Sampson
12. Toby

Gender Neutral Cat Names

Gender-neutral cat names are common in households with a non-binary resident. Take one of the names below if you want to show others how progressive you are without actually saying it.

1. Beast
2. Catpernicus
3. Clownfish
4. Dakota
5. Hocus Pocus
6. Lucky
7. Marbles
8. Mosaic
9. Onyx
10. Pewter
11. Purrfessor
12. Umber

Nature gives us millions of opportunities to get inspired, be it the waves of the ocean or the chirping sound of birds. If you looking for a nature-inspired name for your cat, we've got you covered.

1. Amber
2. Autumn
3. Celeste
4. Dawn
5. Europa
6. Everest
7. Flora
8. Forrest
9. Indigo
10. Jupiter
11. Nebulla
12. Pine
13. Platinum
14. Ruby
15. Spring
16. Summit
17. Timber
18. Twilight
19. Vega
20. Venus

Naming a pet after food or drink is not as remotely enjoyable to a cat as it is to its owner. Nonetheless, our feline masters have given us the privilege of naming them after a famous beverage or food item.

Here are a few names inspired from food or drink to consider:

1. Brisket
2. Butterscotch
3. Candy
4. Caramel
5. Cocktail
6. Coco
7. Fries
8. Honey
9. Hot Dog
10. Ketchup
11. Lemonade
12. Lobster
13. Mandarin
14. Maple
15. Meatloaf
16. Mocha
17. Moonshine
18. Mozzarella
19. Mustard
20. Nacho
21. Patty
22. Peaches
23. Pepsi
24. Porky
25. Potato
26. Pudding
27. Sushi
28. Strawberry
29. Vanilla
30. Wasabi