300+ Cute Cat Names for Every Kind of Kitty

From classic to celeb-inspired and funny to food-based, this list of cute cat names is sure to inspire your naming adventures.

By

Lacey Howard

and

Jessica Comstock

Updated on April 1, 2022

Whether your cat is white, black, gray, orange, or something in between, the sweet little ball of fur deserves a cute cat name that fits just right. And you should have fun brainstorming the purr-fect name for your kitty!

Consider naming your male or female cat after something or someone you already love. Look to your favorite TV shows and movies for inspiration, for instance. Are you (or your kiddos) a fan of "Sesame Street"? How about Elmo or Ernie? Do you love Disney or Pixar movies? Olaf or Nemo might come to mind as cute Disney-inspired cat names. Actors', musicians', and sports stars' names—both first and last names—are a wealth of inspiration: Oprah or Winfrey, Bruno or Mars, Tiger or Woods.

cute kitten with stripes — Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty

Funny cat names like those inspired by the grocery store's produce section (Celery, Blueberry, Peaches) or junk food (Nugget, Taco, Oreo) might be perfect for your family pet. Unique, unisex names like Aster, Basil, or Monroe can be inspired by nature, cooking, a city, or a famous female (or both, as is the case with Monroe–tied to actress Marilyn Monroe and many towns around the country). Classic male and female names can also be cute monikers for kitties with a certain cattitude: Fred, Frank, George or Ava, Betty, Dorothy.

Enjoy the process of getting to know your cat and finding a name that captures his adorable looks and personality in one easy-to-say name that he'll recognize as his own. Here's a list of 200+ cute cat names to consider.

Cute Girl Cat Names

If you just brought home your kitten, give her an adorable name. to match her personality.

Margot
Angel
Honey
Ellie
Gladis
Gigi
Sheba
Callie
Millie
Bailey
June
Georgia
Roxie
Piper
Maisy
Eleanor
Beverly
Sally
Penny

Cute Boy Cat Names

Have a new beautiful boy in your family? Here's a few names to get you started on your search!

Ralphie
Wally
Bubba
Odie
Andy
Winston
Aimsley
Charlie
Theodore
Tubby
Ricky
Bobby
George
Alvin

Plant and Flower-Inspired Names for Cats

Is your kitten as sweet as a rose? Name her after your favorite flower or plant!

Rose
Tulip
Pansy
Lily
Lavender
Dandelion
Flower
Fern
Holly
Jude
Maple
Ash
Mulberry
Magnolia
Basil
Rosemary
Sage
Peppermint
Thyme
Lavender
Ivy
Willow
Daisy
Iris
Buttercup
Violet
Poppy
Camellia
Petunia
Aster
Dahlia
Jasmine
Daffodil

Food-Inspired Names for Cats

Whether she's sweet or sour, one of these names will fit your new feline.

Twix
Cocoa
Gelato
Soda Pop
Chili
Cinnamon
Pepper
Nutmeg
Ginger
Paprika
Nugget
Nacho
Cookie
Lucky (Charms)
Oreo
Blueberry
Pumpkin
Kiwi
Mango
Apple
Okra
Peaches
Clementine
Cherry
Tomato
Celery
Snickers
Sugar
Caraway
Basil
Clove
Sage
Hazel
Sesame
Cardamom

adorable tiny white kitten with one paw waving — Getty

Harry Potter-Inspired Names for Cats

What goes better together than cats and the Wizarding World?

Fluffy
Padfoot
Sirius
Dobby
Norbert
Pixie
Black/Blackie
Hermione
Dumbledore
Fleur
Luna
Weasley
Malfoy
Ginny
Hedwig

Sports Figure-Inspired Names for Cats

Is your new kitty super active? Name them after a legendary athlete!

Tiger (Woods)
Venus (Williams)
Brady (Tom)
Kobe (Bryant)
Ali (Muhammad)
Beckham (David)
Magic (Johnson)
Jackie (Robinson)
Babe (Ruth)
Bambino (Babe Ruth's nickname)
Bolt (Usain)

Celebrity Names for Cats

Our cats already act like they're on the red carpet, so put all the eyes on them with one of these celeb-inspired names.

Niro (Robert De)
Kanye (West)
Kardashian
Dolly (Parton)
Butch (Cassidy)
Mel (Gibson)
Benedict
Cumberbatch
Kylie (Jenner)
Hemsworth (Chris)
Reynolds (Ryan)
Bullock (Sandra)
Hudson (Kate)
Winfrey (Oprah)
Newman (Paul)
Brando (Marlon)
Monroe (Marilyn)

Musician Names for Cats

Ready to put your records on and jam out with your cat? Name him or her after your favorite musician.

Beyonce
Elvis
Bruno (Mars)
Frank
Sinatra
(John) Lennon
Stevie (Wonder)
Bruce (Springsteen)
Prince
Mozart
Chance (the Rapper)
(Bob) Dylan
(John) Denver
Ozzy (Osbourne)
Elton (John)
Usher
(John) Legend
Billie (Eilish)
(Johnny) Cash
(Miley/BillyRae/Noah) Cyrus
(Chris) Cornell
Harry (Styles)
(David) Bowie
Kitty Purry
Ziggy
Ringo
Lizzo
Madonna
Dolly (Parton)
Billie

Book Character Names for Cats

If your shelves are lined with all the classics, give your new kitten a name after your favorite character or author.

Gatsby
Darcy (Pride and Prejudice)
Scout (To Kill a Mockingbird)
Jo (Little Women)
Pippi (Pippi Longstocking)
Boo (To Kill a Mockingbird)
Radley (To Kill a Mockingbird)
Jacob (Twilight)
Edward (Twilight)
Bella (Twilight)
Alice (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland)
Cheshire (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland)
Sawyer (The Adventures of Tom Sawyer)
Rue (The Hunger Games)
Tigger
Piglet
Pooh
Eeyore

Disney Names for Cats

Who doesn't love Disney? Give your feline a moniker inspired by one of these timeless characters.

Ariel
Mushu
Mickey
Minnie
Elsa
Goofy
Belle
Jasmine
Olaf
Simba
Aristocat
Beast
Pluto
Baloo
Lilo
Stitch
Bambi
Moana
Max
Rufus
Mochi
Nala
Oliver
O'Malley
Mirabel
Isabela
Pepa

Pixar Names for Cats

Whether you're into the classics like Toy Story and Monsters Inc. or a fan of newer Pixar movies, give your cat a name after one of these iconic characters.