150+ Names for Your New Black Cat
So, you’ve just adopted a black cat—or maybe you’re planning to—and you’re thinking about ideal names for your new black kitty. First of all, thank you. Sadly, black cats have the lowest rate of adoption (10 percent) compared to cats of other colors. This is largely due to old superstitions from the Middle Ages that unfairly labeled black cats as “bad luck.”
But let’s set the record straight: Black cats are just as loving, playful, and amazing as any other kitty—and they’re definitely not bad luck. In fact, black cats are seen as a good omen in many places, including the United Kingdom and Japan.
Now that we’ve cleared that up, it’s time to tackle the fun part: finding the perfect name for your new black cat. Read on to discover name ideas that will capture your cat’s sleek beauty and unique personality.
How to choose the best name for your black cat
Here are some tips to help you pick a name that’s best suited for your new kitty:
- Think about their personality: Draw inspiration from your cat’s personality. A playful and mischievous kitty might be a perfect “Binx,” while “Velvet” might suit a calm and elegant one.
- Test it out: Use the potential name for half a day—or even a full day—to see how it fits. It should feel natural and be a name you’re comfortable saying often.
- Draw inspiration from interests: Are you a big Harry Potter fan? Or maybe you love cooking? Let your passions guide you.
- Avoid confusing names: Steer clear of names that sound too similar to those of other pets or people in your household—this can make it harder for your cat to recognize when you’re calling them.
- Don’t overthink it: If a name from this list catches your eye and feels right, trust your instincts and go with it. Your initial instinct is often the best one.
Male black cat names
If your new dark-coated boy cat is all mystery and charm, a name as sleek and bold as his look could be the perfect fit to complement his inky fur:
- Cinder
- Erebus
- Sirius
- Ashen
- Cypress
- Smudge
- Orion
- Mochi
- Poe
Female black cat names
If you’re looking for a name that captures her midnight beauty and fierce personality, these names blend sophistication with a nod to her striking, shadowy coat:
- Ember
- Veyra
- Midnara
- Umbra
- Domino
- Thistle
- Nebula
- Stella
- Wren
Cute names for a black cat
If your new black cat melts your heart with their sweet personality and adorable antics, a cute name could be a great choice. These names highlight their charm while giving a nod to their dark coloring:
- Inky
- Olive
- Cosmos
- Cosmo
- Tux
- Dot
- Dottie
- Velvet
- Bear
- Checkers
- Blackie
- Pudding
- Shadow
- Luna
- Moon
- Beetle
Cool names for black cats
A cool name is the way to go if your black cat has a sleek, edgy vibe or a striking presence:
- Midnight
- Storm
- Eclipse
- Raven
- Vesper
- Hades
- Panther
- Dante
- Crow
- Galaxy
- Ninja
- Black Jack
- Diablo
- Nyx
- Gotham
- Zelda
- Gypsy
- Ichabod
Spooky, Halloween-themed black cat names
Black cats and Halloween go hand-in-hand, making a spooky or seasonal name perfect for your feline family member:
- Spooky
- Spook
- Pumpkin
- Trick
- Hex
- October
- Boo
- Spell
- Hocus Pocus
- Bat
- Blair
- Magic
- Jack (like jack-o’-lantern)
- Wicked
- Goblin
- Mystic
- Venom
- Omen
- Dracula
- Bones
- Charm
- Candy corn
- Eve (as in All Hallows’ Eve)
- Tarot
- Pluto (as in the Roman God of the underworld)
Color-inspired black cat names
A color-inspired name is a simple way to celebrate your black cat’s striking coat. Here are some creative options:
- Ebony
- Charcoal
- Coal
- Slate
- Dusk
- Sable
- Jet
- Soot
- Obsidian (Obie for short)
- Onyx
- Smokey
- Smoke
- Noir
- Twilight
- Dusty
- Ash
Unique names for black cats
If you have a sense of humor, choosing an ironic name can be a fun and unusual choice. These names playfully contrast with their dark fur, making them memorable and unique:
- Casper
- Ghost
- Whitey
- Snowball
- Blizzard
- Marshmallow
- Polar
- Cloud
- Sunny
- Frosty
- Ivory
Black cat names from movies and TV
Pop culture is full of iconic black cats, making movies and TV shows a great source of inspiration for naming your new kitty:
- Salem (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)
- Luna (Sailor Moon)
- Lucifer (Cinderella)
- Bagheera (The Jungle Book)
- Felix (Felix the Cat)
- Binx (Hocus Pocus)
- Figaro (Pinocchio)
- Isis (Star Trek)
- Cobweb (Hocus Pocus 2)
- Sylvester (Looney Tunes)
- Jiji (Kiki’s Delivery Service)
- Miss Kitty (Batman Returns)
- Kitty (The Munsters)
Human-inspired black cat names from movies and TV
Human characters with a spooky or mysterious edge can also be a great source of inspiration:
- Morticia (The Addams Family)
- Gomez (The Addams Family)
- Wednesday (The Addams Family)
- Thing (The Addams Family)
- Buffy (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
- Sabrina (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)
- Winifred (Hocus Pocus)
- Bellatrix (Harry Potter)
- Hermione (Harry Potter)
- Draco (Harry Potter)
- Crookshanks (Hermione’s cat in Harry Potter)
- Harry (Harry Potter)
- Hedwig (Harry Potter)
- Edward (Twilight)
- Bella (Twilight)
- Jasper (Twilight)
- Eleven (Stranger Things)
- Lydia (Beetlejuice)
- Laszlo (What We Do in the Shadows)
- Colin (What We Do in the Shadows)
- Pablo (Ash vs Evil Dead)
- Coraline (Coraline)
- Marceline (Adventure Time)
- Sookie (True Blood)
- Ursula (The Little Mermaid)
- Batman (Batman)
- Darth (as in Darth Vader from Star Wars)
- Vader (as in Darth Vader from Star Wars)
Food-inspired black cat names
Calling all foodies—these food-inspired names are a creative way to highlight your black cat’s personality and unique look:
- Licorice
- Pepper
- Cocoa
- Brownie
- Bean
- Mocha
- Espresso
- Oreo
- Molasses
- Blackberry
- Nori
- Chia
- Coffee
- Fig
- Guinness
Adopt a black cat
Despite some outdated (and untrue) superstitions, black cats make great companions and are just as wonderful as any other cat. If you’re ready to adopt a cat (black or otherwise), you can search furpetvo.com for cats available near you. You can even filter your results by color to specifically search for a black cat. You can also visit your local pet shelter, where there is likely to be a black cat waiting for a loving home.
