200 Funny and Cute cat Names for your New Feline Friend

Funny and Cute Names for Your New Cat Friend

Congrats on your new cat! When you have brought them home and stocked up on all new cat essentials, there is just one thing left to do: choosing a perfect list of 200 cat names should help you find the right one.

Unique ideas. From cute to funny to Disney-inspired and beyond, we promise you will find the perfect match here.

Looking for this year's top cat names? Here are Chewy pet parents' most popular picks:

Top Cat Names

Shadow - a great black cat name for those who follow you around the house
Kitty - This name means "pure" or "clear". But it's the cutest way to call your best friend.
Leo - Leo makes you think of lions, your new pet's relative.
Milo - The feline sidekick from "The Adventure of Milo and Otis"
Charlie - A name that uses the "ee" sound, which is guaranteed to get your cat's attention.
Max - it's a popular dog name because it means "greatest". You can also use Maximum, the Roman original. The name Maximum Cat sounds good!
Lucy - This name means dawn-born. It also means shiny or light skin, perfect for a pale cat.
Oliver - The cute cat featured in "Oliver and Company."
Bella - The name means "beautiful" in Italian and Spanish, so it's perfect for your kitty
Luna - Luna means "moon" in Spanish and Italian. Luna was the Roman moon goddess.

Best Christmas Cat Names

Jesus of Nazareth - The location from where Joseph and Mary left for Bethlehem and returned after the birth of their child.
Fraser - Yes, he was a well-known television character from shows like Cheers and Frasier, but it's also the name of the Fraser fir, a favorite option for Christmas trees.
Little Tim - This name from "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens is a great choice if your furball is on the smaller side.
Shoes - These are essential for surviving the winter, whether it's for the rain or the fluffy white stuff.
Figgy - Following pudding is a festival treat known by other names, such as plum or Christmas pudding. It's not a custard but rather a cake that has been drenched in brandy or rum.

Best Food Names for Cats

Baguette - This name sounds elegant and will make your cat and you look sophisticated
Mousse - Celebrate your sweet addition with this delicious name
Whisky - Without food liquor is chosen. Whisker can be shortened to this name.
Quince - Girls and boys can be named after these apple-like fruits.
Pisco - Cat name can be inspired by Chile and Peru's national spirits.
Gelato - Despite being an Italian frozen dessert, save this sweet and loving name for your cat.
Latte - Coffee lovers, this is the name for your café-colored cat.

Best Funny Cat Names

Salman Rushdie - A play on author Salman Rushdie, and maybe your cat's favorite fish
Meow Farrow or Meow Hamm - Named for actor Mia Farrow and athlete Mia Hamm.
Scratchmo - Satchmo was the nickname for jazz great Louis Armstrong.
Catrina - A play on the name Katrina.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mouse-art - For the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Kitty Purry - For all the Katy Perry fans out there
Chaka Khat - In honor of the one and only Chaka Khan.
Don Draper - If Mad Men had been cast with cats instead of humans, this character would be the star.
Harry Potter - Perfect for a long-haired cat
Clawdia - A play on the name Claudia.
Santa Claws - You don't have to call your cat the full name, just use Claws.
Cat Spayed - You might have Kate Spade bags in your closet.
Alexander Puss-kin - Alexander Pushkin was a famous 19th-century Russian poet and novelist

More Funny Pet Names

Mr. and Mrs. Fluffy Pant Longtail
General Furrington
Houdini
Chonk the Destroyer
Fish Sticks
Wahoo
Whispurr
Romeo
Porgy

Sweet and Cute Cat Names

Kit Kat
Button
Bubbles
Pumpkin
Munchkin
Taffy
Dipsy
Candy
Cookie
Pixie
Muffin
Flurry
Marshmallow
Beans

Best Girl Cat Names

Stella
Arabella
Ella
Sasha
Zoe
Lily
Daisy
Rose or Rosie
Zelda
Roxie
Emma
Trixie
Dolly
Angel
Tessa
Sofia or Sophia
Lia
Cleo
Brooklyn
Chloe

Best Boy Cat Names

Riley
Luke
Zack, Zach, or Zac
Jamie
Fitz
Ryder
Jake
Mickey
Alex
Zeke
Mack
Nico or Nick
Jack
Tiger
Buddy
Loki
Moose
Theo

Unique Cat Names

Briggs - This common English surname would make a unique cat name.
Atlas - Greek mythology Atlas carried the world. Although we don't want to burden your cat, it's a cool name.
Athena - A name from the Greek goddess of wisdom and war suits cats because they are wise
Ajax - A Trojan War hero
Gaia - For eco-conscious pet parents, Gaia may be the name.
Einstein - Believe your cat is smart.
Cheyenne - Western cities and countries, capital and named after Native American tribes
Montana - The West is called "The Treasure State" and your cat is a treasure.
Sonora - Another interesting Mexican state.
Bahia - Its beaches, laid-back vibe, and samba birthplace make this Brazilian state famous. So try it for your cat

Best Siamese Cat Names

Jade
Jim Jim
Jasmine
Mali
Violet
King or Queen
Prince and Princess
Sky
Indigo
Lapis
Chakri
Pad
Tawny
Sapphire
Khaki

Best Disney Cat Names

Berlioz - Disney for the gray piano playing kitten in "The Aristocats"
Figaro - The black and white cat Geppetto owns in "Pinocchio."
Duchess - Berlioz and Marie's mother in "The Aristocats."
Tibbs - Pongo and Perdita rescued their pups in "101 Dalmatians." Sergeant Tibbs helped.
Rufus - Cat in "The Rescuers."
Dinah - The cat Alice owns in "Alice in Wonderland"
O’Malley - The street cat who loves upper-class Duchess
Toulouse
Marie - The white-furred, pink-bowed sister of Berlioz and Toulouse in "The Aristocats"
Mochi - The Big Hero 6 cat
Nala - Simba's female counterpart in "The Lion King"
Peppo - Italian alley cat in "The Aristocats"
Simba - The cocky cub who became the Lion King in "The Lion King" is maybe the most famous Disney character.

Best Cat Names from Movies

Buttercup
Tonto
DC
Sassy
Keanu
Jiji
Fat Louie
Rajah
Binx
Snowbell

Best Harry Potter Cat Names

Harry
Hagrid
Hermione
Sirius
Ludo
Crookshanks
Cho Chang
Ravenclaw
Fleur
Dobby
Draco
Fawkes
Hermes
Minerva
Mrs. Norris
Padma
Scabbers
Snape
Trevor

Best Black Cat Names

Nero
Inky
Jet
Ebony
Onyx
Raven
Beltza
Midnight
Licorice

Best Orange Cat Names

Laranja
Saffron
Mango
Papaya
Peach
Coral
Cara
Clementine
Ginger
Butterscotch
Marmalade
Tigger
Amber

Best Black and White Cat Names

Checkers
Oreo
Ace
Sundae
Domino
Panda
Sylvester
Puffin
Dot or Dottie
Orca

Best White Cat Names

Coco
Sugar
Opal
Tofu
Ivory

Conclusion

The right name for your new cat can be fun. You can choose from 200 adorable, funny, unique, and pop culture cat names. Each name has its own charm and character, making it easier to match your cat's personality.

FAQs

How do I give my cat a good name?: Look at the special qualities your cat has. Pick a name you like that matches the cat.
Can I name my cat after a person?: Sure! Any name for people is also great for cats.
Do cats like names that are funny?: Of course, giving your cat a funny name can make it more interesting and fun.
Should I pick a short or long name for my cat?: Most of the time, cats and people can understand short names better.
If I get a new cat, can I change its name?: Yes, cats can learn their new name easily.