155 Popular Cat Names to Suit Every Cat and Kitten
Been tasked with the important duty of naming your new floof? It’s a big job for any pet parent—after all, it’s the name that’ll follow your fluffy little pal for years to come.
To help you find the perfect moniker, FurPetVo analyzed thousands of cat profiles from our community to uncover the most beloved names across the board. Whether you’re welcoming a kitten or simply curious whether your furbaby’s name made the list, you’re in the right place! Here, we’ve gathered not only the top 100 classic favorites—but also celebrity-inspired picks, food-themed gems, film and TV tributes, and some truly inventive one-of-a-kind names dreamed up by FurPetVo members.
50 Popular Female Cat Names
If you’re searching for the perfect name for your girl cat, start here—these are the most beloved monikers chosen by FurPetVo members:
- Luna
- Bella
- Lucy
- Sophie
- Stella
- Lily
- Lola
- Ginger
- Kitty
- Oreo
- Olive
- Molly
- Frankie
- Cleo
- Willow
- Chloe
- Penny
- Millie
- Mia
- Coco
- Blue
- Ziggy
- Mouse
- Lulu
- Lilly
- Gracie
- Callie
- Violet
- Rosie
- Kiki
- Izzy
- Daisy
- Zoe
- Peaches
- Angel
- Ruby
- Phoebe
- Maggie
- Ivy
- Gigi
- Ellie
- Dusty
- Bonnie
- Trixie
- Sadie
- Poppy
- Pearl
- Olivia
- Maddie
- Lizzie
50 Popular Male Cat Names
For the boys—here are the top names FurPetVo members chose for their male cats:
- Charlie
- Leo
- Max
- Simon
- Oscar
- Shadow
- Milo
- Jack
- Oliver
- Rocky
- Smokey
- Buddy
- Sammy
- Toby
- Ollie
- George
- Ziggy
- Teddy
- Sebastian
- Merlin
- Yoda
- Jax
- Gus
- Winston
- Simba
- Scout
- Sam
- Pumpkin
- Peanut
- Jake
- Henry
- Chester
- Bowie
- Beau
- Rupert
- Pippin
- Murphy
- Louie
- Joey
- Jasper
- Finn
- Bailey
- Apollo
- Tommy
- Tigger
- Romeo
- Ozzie
- Onyx
- Marley
- Mac
Celebrity-Inspired Cat Names
Does your kitty have star quality? These 20 names—inspired by icons from music, science, art, and pop culture—prove that fame runs in the family:
- Ziggy Stardust
- Bowie
- Houdini
- Ada (Lovelace)
- Britney (Spears)
- Cat Stevens
- Catsanova
- Charles (Darwin)
- Fendi
- Gisele (Bundchen)
- Ice Cube
- Janet (Jackson)
- Meatloaf
- Shakira
- Biggie Smalls
- Cleopatra
- Vincent (Van Gogh)
- Prince
- Chuck Norris
- Stevie (Nicks)
Foodie Cat Names
Some cats are so deliciously charming they deserve names inspired by our favorite treats—and these 20 FurPetVo members agreed:
- Dijon
- Milkshake
- Guinness
- Pickles
- Noodle
- Oreo
- Pepper
- Taco
- Hash Brown
- Whiskey
- Taffy
- Cam(embert)
- Waffle
- Wonton
- Cinnamon
- Martini
- Walnut
- Snickers
- Mushroom
- Clementine
Film & TV-Inspired Cat Names
From fantasy realms to sci-fi sagas, our members’ viewing habits shine through in these beloved screen-inspired names:
- Katniss (The Hunger Games)
- Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter)
- McLovin (Superbad)
- Rambo (Rambo film series)
- Tinkerbell (Peter Pan, Return to Never Land)
- Stewie Griffin (Family Guy)
- Betty Boop (Betty Boop film series)
- Braveheart (Braveheart)
- Jay Catsby (a clever twist on The Great Gatsby)
- Nick Furry (a witty nod to Marvel’s Nick Fury)
Most Unique Cat Names
These standout names showcase FurPetVo members’ creativity and sense of humor—some even tell a story all on their own:
- Mac & Cheese
- Covid
- Scotch Tape
- Christmas Cake
- Monster
So—what do you think? Is your fluffy little pal a Tigger, a Pippin, or a Bowie? Or maybe they're a Mac & Cheese? If you haven’t found the perfect fit yet, don’t worry: FurPetVo.com offers even more curated inspiration—including top cat names in the US and UK, cute and funny options, and more unique ideas to spark your imagination.
