So you've just brought home a new cat or kitten. After shopping for all the essentials like toys, litter, a collar, and food and getting your furry friend all settled into their new home, there is still one important step left: picking out the perfect name. Why does this always end up being the hardest part? The names at the shelter are always a little wacky, so you probably will want to change it (if you haven't seen the memes, you're missing out).
What are some unique cat names?
When naming your new cat there are lot of things to consider. What color are they? What is their personality like? Do you have a friend or relative with the same name? Do you actually like your name idea or will you get sick of it after a week? Good thing nobody knows your cat better than you. We have compiled 173 name ideas for cats to give you some inspiration. With names inspired by food, nature, mythology, celebrities, everyone's favorite fictional characters, and some classic and popular options, you're bound to find at least one name worthy enough for your cat or kitten. Now, stop wasting quality bonding time with your new pet racking your brain for a name, and just pick one already! You can't keep calling him or her "kitty" forever (unless of course that's their name)!
Popular Cat Names
We've all met a cat or ten with one of these names. But, hey, they're popular for a reason! If you love one of these names, don't let their popularity sway your opinion.
- Luna
- Nala
- Oliver (Ollie)
- Leo
- Simba
- Luna
- Milo
- Tigger
- Max
- Lola
- Bella
Cat Names Inspired by Food and Drinks
I don't know what it is about cats named after foods and drinks, but we're obsessed! From names inspired by alcohol to food names that will have you laughing out loud, there is a food or drink inspired cat name for everyone.
- Whiskey
- Oreo
- Cappuccino
- Wasabi
- Mango
- Mocha
- Kiwi
- Cookie
- Tito
- Mochi
- Clementine
- Ginger
- Maple
- Pepper
- Pickle
- Waffle
- Chip
- Miso
- Peanut
- Brownie
- Honey
- Jameson
- Butterscotch
- Cheerio
- Godiva
- Kit Kat
- Nilla
- Truffle
- Cheeto
- Java
- Olive
- Sushi
- Cheddar
- Meatball
Cat Names Inspired by Movies, TV, and Books
Name your new cat after your favorite movie, TV, or book character of the feline or human variety. Here are a few examples that would make great cat names to get your gears turning.
- Buttercup (The Hunger Games)
- Binx (Hocus Pocus)
- Garfield
- Mufasa (The Lion King)
- Hyde (That '70s Show)
- Mowgli (The Jungle Book)
- Gatsby (The Great Gatsby)
- Pip (Great Expectations)
- Atticus (To Kill a Mockingbird)
- Loki (Marvel)
- Buffy (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
- Malcolm (Malcolm in the Middle)
- Mifflin (The Office)
- Rajah (Alladin)
- Mittens (Bolt)
- Crookshanks (Harry Potter)
- Puss (Shrek)
- Toulouse (The Aristocats)
- Aslan (The Chronicles of Narnia)
- Salem (Sabrina: The Teenage Witch)
- Scratchy (Simpsons)
- Smelly (Friends)
- Zazzles (The Big Bang Theory)
- Lord Tubbington (Glee)
- Cher (Clueless)
- Elsa (Frozen)
- Regina (Mean Girls)
- Beatrix (Kill Bill)
- Ferris (Ferris Bueller's Day Off)
- Yoda (Star Wars)
- Lucifer (Cinderella)
- Sylvester (Loony Toons)
- Catzilla
Cat Names Inspired by Mythology
The Ancient Egyptians literally worshipped cats so, the least you could do is give your furry friend a name worthy of the gods. There are a ton of good naming possibilities to choose from in Greek, Roman and Nordic Mythology.
- Zeus
- Aries
- Hercules
- Nyx
- Titan
- Apollo
- Athena
- Medusa
- Delia
- Ajax
- Hades
- Mars
- Remus
Classic Cat Names
These names might not all be trending right now, but they won't ever go out of style. Give your sophisticated cat a classic name or confuse everyone by naming your spicy cat something like Angel.
- Whiskers
- Felix
- Oscar
- Smudge
- Fluffy
- Angel
- Lady
- Lucky
- Bear
- Duke
- Coco
- Vera
- Patches
- Winston
- Bandit
- Princess
- Penny
- Bella
- Sasha
- Socks
Cat Names Inspired by Nature
Some of the best names for kids and pets come from nature. There are tons of nature-themed names to choose from, but these ones are perfect for your feline friend. If your cat will be spending time outdoors, ever better!
- Willow
- Clover
- Birch
- River
- Ivy
- Topaz
- Blossom
- Petunia
- Midnight
- Onyx
- Snowflake
- Rose
- Dandelion
- Fern
- Agate
- Opal
- Summer
- Bluebell
- Orchid
- Daisy
- Pearl
- Jade
- Ruby
- Chestnut
- Buckeye
- Badger
- Moose
- Weasel
- Rain
- Everest
- Ginko
Celebrity Inspired Cat Names
If you're celebrity obsessed you might like one of these celebrity inspired cat names. There are few things funnier than a cat with a human name unless of course you go for a play on words like Katy Purry or Katdashian.
- Dolly (Parton)
- Stormi (Webster)
- Ozzy (Osbourne)
- Gaga
- Elvis
- Jesse (Owens)
- Doja Cat
- Mila (Kunis)
- Dash (Kardashian)
- Kanye
- Oprah
- Bruno (Mars)
- Usher
- Shakira
- Beckham (David)
- Mamba (Kobe Bryant)
- Venus (Williams)
- Whoopi (Goldberg)
Maggie Horton is the Associate News Editor at Country Living. She covers all things entertainment from celebrity news to TV shows and movies. When she's not posting to social media, researching the latest celebrity gossip or binging the hottest new TV series, you can find her at a local concert or outside enjoying nature.
